WeightWatchers unveils menopause program for weight and symptoms

As October marks Menopause Awareness Month, WeightWatchers has unveiled a program aimed at helping women manage weight and menopausal symptoms through tailored nutrition, symptom-management strategies and community support. The offering, billed by the company as WeightWatchers for Menopause, is designed to support women during perimenopause, menopause and postmenopause with a combination of personalized plans, expert-led content and in-person and virtual workshops.

Weight gain is frequently reported during the menopausal transition as hormonal shifts alter metabolism, appetite and body composition. WeightWatchers says its menopause program was developed with input from doctors and women’s health experts and uses an evidence-based, whole-body approach intended to address those physiological changes rather than relying solely on traditional calorie-reduction plans. The company describes the program as including menopause-specific nutrition guidance, personalized food plans to manage cravings and sustain energy, practical strategies for symptoms such as hot flashes and sleep disruption, and expanded educational material delivered through the WW app.