Does HRT cause weight gain – or is that a myth?
Many women worry that starting HRT will make them put on weight – but is this fear actually backed by science? Liz explores the link between hormones, metabolism and midlife weight changes, and explains why fluctuating oestrogen, poor sleep and stress may be more to blame than HRT itself. Plus: supportive supplements…
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