Do women tend to gain more weight just before menopause or after?

Women in menopause don't have as much muscle in their bodies as they used to, which can lead to weight gain.

Watch this Dr. Oz video to find out more about why women gain weight after menopause.

Generally, women gain more weight before menopause than after. However, if you take in more calories than you burn, you will gain weight at any age. Weight gain is not a definite as women age. It is important to understand that as women age, they will normally burn fewer calories because of the loss of muscle mass. If you eat what you usually eat and move as you usually move, you will naturally gain weight. Simple diet adjustments and small increases in activity can offset weight gain.