It’s one of the most predictable metabolic shifts of the menopausal transition: your cholesterol has been great all your life, then suddenly it’s not. But none of your doctors explained why. Here’s why losing estrogen pushes cholesterol up, and what you can do.

Belly fat can be stubborn — and the deeper fat carried around your middle is tied to serious health risks. But here’s encouraging news: Packing the right workout into just one day could be an effective way to shrink your waist and reduce body fat.