Feb 25 2025 32 mins 2
Have you ever wondered if the food you eat could be making your menopause symptoms worse?
In this episode, I explore a topic that impacts every woman navigating midlife: how nutrition can either ease or intensify menopause symptoms. From sudden hot flashes to sleepless nights and stubborn weight gain, I share how simple changes to your diet can help you feel more in control. And no, it’s not about giving up your favorite foods or following restrictive plans—it’s about tuning in to your body’s needs and making shifts that actually work.
I opened up about my own journey through perimenopause, where I faced the frustrating reality that all the health rules I’d followed for years suddenly stopped working. Like so many women, I experienced brain fog, joint pain, and energy crashes that made me feel like a stranger in my own body. Through trial and error, I learned how to interpret these changes as my body’s way of asking for something different—and discovered how to meet those needs through balanced nutrition and self-care.
I’ll show you how to identify common triggers, like alcohol or processed carbs, that might worsen your symptoms, and how to build meals that support your hormonal health. I’ll also challenge some common myths about menopause—like the idea that weight gain is inevitable or that medication is your only solution. Instead, I’ll walk you through a personalized, health-first approach that helps you reclaim your energy, improve your mood, and feel better than you have in years.
Menopause doesn’t have to feel like an uphill battle. This stage of life is an opportunity to reconnect with your body and step into a confident, vibrant, and thriving version of yourself. Let’s redefine what midlife can look and feel like together. Tune in—I promise, it’s a game-changer!
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