Menopause actually starts when a woman hasn't had a menstrual cycle for 12 months. During this time, she may find it very hard to lose weight. In fact, many women notice that they actually start putting on weight during perimenopause, which can begin a decade prior to menopause. Several factors play a role in weight gain around menopause. Watch this video to find out how you can loose weight and also control it during this time.