Q: I’m a year past menopause and, for the first time, I have belly fat. I’ve also gained weight. How can I reverse this trend and lose the fat? -- Lanny F.
A: You’re not alone; almost 75-percent of women over age 55 in the U.S. are overweight or obese. Combating that is a priority for maximizing length -- and most importantly, quality -- of life.
One of the reasons older women gain weight is that bl…