The gastrointestinal system is another area that is affected. Appetite may decrease, but the stress associated with this period often leads to an increase in appetite. The associated weight gain doesn’t do the mood any good either.
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Oestrogen is responsible for the female “pear-type” fat distribution and a lack of oestrogen will cause the fat distribution to change to the male “apple-type” fat distribution. This type of fat distribution is associated with an increase in the risk of developing cardiovascular disease.
Other symptoms associated with menopause include nausea, flatulence, constipation or diarrhoea.
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