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Weight gain: Women and others with female reproductive systems change shape in their 50s, and it’s not a bad thing—in fact, it’s essential for good health. But as always, there’s a balance. Some are shocked by their changing shape and how
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I've reached this stage of my life early (so lucky) and this made me feel worse about it, not better. It seems like the acceptability of this framed by diet culture. Am I being too harsh on the writer? Should I just go and admire my plump cheeks and not worry about the fact the weight gain is concentrated on my waistline?
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