Dear Doctor

HI,   I was wondering if estrogin thin liquid really helps lose some weight.  I have tried everything from joining a gym  to eating healthy and  all i do,  is gain weight.changing my whole life style, and the pounds keep coming on. I am so discusted with myself. Been to the doctors,had my blood checked out, says i am healthy. By the way i am 55yrs YOUNG, but feel 90. I have been going through menapause for 5 years. Is there hope?                                                                                                                                                                                                                SINCERELY                                                                                                                                BARBARA

[Machelle Seibel, MD]

Of course there is hope. But it seems the things you've been doing aren't working too well. Estrogen is not a treatment for weight loss. If it helps you sleep or have more energy, it may be helpful because you feel like exercising more. But it does not trim off weight. Weight loss requires a real plan of action. First, try talking with a nutritionist. See how much you really are eating and if your food choices are the best ones. Be sure your thyroid hormones are in balance. See if there are any triggers that encourage you to eat such as stress or depression and avoid or correct them. Exercise regularly for a specified amount of time such as 30 to 60 minutes at least 5 times a week. Encourage eating more fruits and vegetables and smaller portions of carbohydrates such as bread and desserts. Meet with friends regularly. All these things are helpful.
Machelle M. Seibel, MD