Lots of my patients feel no matter what they eat or how much exercise they cannot seem to shift their weight.

Some insight into why it is so difficult to loose weight during menopause……..

• When estrogen decreases:our resting metabolic rate drops (you burn fewer calories at rest)
• The fat distribution shifts to the abdomen
• Our body becomes a bit more insulin-resistant, making fat gain easier and fat loss harder

This means you may gain weight even if your habits haven’t changed.

Also our cortisol has an impact – Perimenopause and menopause can increase stress reactivity.

High cortisol causes:

• Belly fat storage

• Sugar cravings

• Insulin resistance

The role of estrogen also impacts our gut health meaning we feel like we have more digestive issues than normal. It can also lead to food sensitivities that we previously may not have had. Again the role of estrogen plays a part in this.

Estrogen helps maintain:

• Gut lining integrity

• Gut motility

• The gut microbiome

So when our estrogen levels drop our gut permeability is affected causing leaky gut type symptoms, bloating, gas, brain fog or joint pain.

Supporting the gut with remedies and food make a huge difference in strengthening gut permeability.

⭐ HOMEOPATHIC REMEDIES FOR MENOPAUSAL DIGESTION & WEIGHT BALANCE

1. Calcarea Carbonica

Best for: Slow metabolism, weight gain around the abdomen, fatigue, sluggish digestion

Indications:

• Craving eggs or sweets
• Feeling cold, tired, overwhelmed
• Easy weight gain despite moderate eating

2. Lycopodium Clavatum

Best for: Bloating, gas, and hormonal indigestion

Indications:

• Bloating worse in the late afternoon/evening
• Craving sweets and starchy foods
• Weight gain around waist
• Constipation with gas

3. Nux Vomica

Best for: Digestive issues caused by stress, overeating, or sluggish bowels

Indications:

• Menopause-related irritability
• Acid reflux, indigestion, constipation
• Sensitivity to foods, coffee, alcohol

4. Sepia

Best for: Hormonal imbalance + weight gain + low motivation

Indications:

• Weight gain around hips/abdomen
• Craving chocolate or sour foods
• Fatigue, low mood, PMS-like symptoms during menopause
• Digestive sluggishness

5. Graphites

Best for: Slow digestion with stubborn weight gain

Indications:

• Constipation
• Very slow metabolism
• Tendency to skin issues (eczema/dryness)
• Feeling heavy or sluggish

⭐ TISSUE SALTS FOR DIGESTION, METABOLISM & HORMONAL BALANCE

Tissue salts are gentle and safe for long-term use. Below are the most relevant for menopause.

1. Nat Phos 6X – “The Digestion Salt”

Supports:

• Acid reflux
• Gas and bloating
• Metabolism of fats Often used for weight balance and acid–alkaline regulation.

2. Calc Fluor 6X – Supports elasticity & metabolism

Helps:

• Strengthening connective tissue
• Preventing sagging skin as weight shifts
• Supporting thyroid and metabolism Often paired with Calc Phos or Nat Sulph.

3. Nat Sulph 6X – Liver & fluid balance

Helps:

• Sluggish liver
• Water retention
• Hormonal bloating Useful for menopause-related puffiness or digestive heaviness.

4. Calc Phos 6X – Metabolism & nutrient assimilation

Helps:

• Low energy
• Poor digestion of proteins
• Overall metabolic support

5. Ferr Phos 6X – Low-grade inflammation

Helps:

• Mild digestive inflammation
• Supports oxygenation and energy Useful when bloating is accompanied by discomfort.

⭐ HOW TO COMBINE THEM (Simple, Safe Approaches)

For Weight Gain + Slow Metabolism

• Calc Carb 30C (once daily, every other day for 1 week)
• Nat Phos 6X (2–3 times daily)
• Calc Fluor 6X (2–3 times daily)

For Bloating + Gas + Acid Reflux

• Lycopodium 30C (evening or if symptoms flare, deep acting remedy so not to be repeated more than 3 doses)
• Nat Phos 6X (after meals, 2–3 times daily for 1 week)
• Nat Sulph 6X (morning & evening)

For Stress-Related Digestive Issues

• Nux Vomica 30C (evening for up to 3 doses in total)
• Nat Phos 6X (after meals)
• Support with magnesium if needed (not a homeopathic remedy).

For Hormonal Imbalance + Weight Around Abdomen

• Sepia 30C (once daily or every other day for 1 week)
• Calc Phos 6X (2–3 times daily)

⭐ DOSING GUIDELINES (GENERAL) PLEASE NOTE THESE  ARE GUIDELINES AND SHOULD NOT REPLACE MEDICAL ADVICE FROM YOUR HEALTHCARE PROVIDER 

• 30C homeopathic remedies: Typically once daily or a few times for 1 week – for chronic issues you need to consult with a homeopath
• Tissue salts (6X): 2–3 tablets, 2–3 times per day FOR 2 weeks
• Let tablets dissolve under the tongue
• Avoid eating/drinking 10 minutes before/after for best absorption

⭐ LIFESTYLE SUPPORT THAT BOOSTS HOMEOPATHIC EFFECTS

• Protein with each meal → stabilizes blood sugar and supports metabolism
• Strength training 2–3× weekly → combats menopause-related muscle loss
• Reduce late-evening eating → helps digestion and cortisol balance
• Support liver (lemon water, dandelion or artichoke tincture)
• Good sleep hygiene → crucial for weight regulation

If you’d like a personalized plan

Just tell me:

1. Your main digestive symptoms
2. Where you tend to gain weight
3. Any cravings
4. Energy and sleep patterns
5. Emotional or stress-related symptoms

I can create a custom homeopathic + tissue salt protocol specifically for your menopause profile so reach out if you’d like to know more .