“Spurred on by
her post-baby bulge, naturopath Narelle Stegehuis created
a winning weight loss
strategy.”
Featured in Australian New Idea in Feb. 2005, this article highlights not only
why the Mass Attack program works, it's proven with just two of the program's
many success stories.
Mandy and Joanne (shown here with Narelle, centre) were
more than happy to show their post-program smiles for the
camera.
“It’s Salsa Dancing
for me!” Marina of Hawthorn lost
22 kgs in 23 weeks
Menopause driving
you mad?
Many menopausal women experience weight gain particularly
around the abdomen region. A recent study found an average
weight gain of 8 kilograms was quite normal for women nearing
menopause, with hormonal changes considered to be significantly
responsible. Even if you are not over weight an effective
health program can do wonders to combat Menopausal symptoms.
Hormonal balance refers to the way estrogen, progesterone,
testosterone, insulin and other hormones entering the blood
interact with each other. Hormone production continues after
menopause, although menstruation ends, because a weaker form
of estrogen, estrone, is produced by the adrenal glands.
Some estrogen is produced by bacteria in the intestines from
foods (such as flaxseeds, beets, lentils, squash, sweet potatoes
and garlic) containing isofalvones and lignans.
Fluctuations in any one of your hormone
levels affect the
others & corresponding body functions. Progesterone directly
affects adrenal and thyroid function, and low levels can
result in a drop in blood sugar, headaches, lethargy, depression,
water retention or puffiness. Your MassAttack program will
specifically address this within your prescribed foods tables
and recommended supportive nutrients.
Generally, a women’s metabolism traditionally declines
at the rate of at least 5% per decade of life, starting at
age 20. So, regular and sustained aerobic exercise will also
help to boost metabolism along with strength training to
increase muscle mass.
With aging, comes a decrease in muscle bulk and metabolism.
Research supports that estrogen may influence body fat distribution.
Estrogen is the female sex hormone responsible for ovulation.
Some of the factors that contribute to weight gain around
the abdomen and hips during and after menopausal transition
are a shift towards fat-accumulating hormones (cortisol & insulin)
and away from fat mobilizing hormones (progesterone & estrogen).
Other contributing factors leading to your weight gain after
menopause could be loss of muscle tissue, lowered metabolism,
sedentary lifestyle, altered habits – for example more
freedom to eat out.
MassAttack indeed takes a natural approach to holistically
addressing your bodies’ unique needs whilst going
through Menopause. Your program will prescribe specific
foods, nutrients, exercise and lifestyle changes that will
benefit your hormonal profile and thus your overall health.
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