How To Stave Off Extra Pounds At Every Life Stage

How To Stave Off Extra Pounds At Every Life Stage

It's true that there are certain times in your life (after getting married, post-kids, during perimenopause) when extra poundage seems to appear out of nowhere -- and settle on you. In fact, experts have honed in on the exact moments when you're most vulnerable to weight gain.

"Life transitions, having a baby, and going through menopause cause many women to pile on pounds," says Susan Albers, Psy.D., author of "But I Deserve This Chocolate!: The 50 Most Common Diet-Derailing Excuses and How to Outwit Them." "But with planning and prep, you can stay thin."

We asked top experts for their strategies to help you ward off weight creep -- and even shed pounds -- at these tricky stages. Solutions ahead.

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