What Do You Know About Food & Menopause?

What is a phytoestrogen?

That piece of chocolate or bag of crisps is calling you...What do you do?

Food cravings are a direct result of the hormonal changes during menopause .

There is no scientific evidence to support the theory that weight gain is due to hormone decline for men and women.

How many of these are considered common food cravings for people during midlife?

There is evidence that supports the belief that certain foods can relieve symptoms of menopause, such as hot flushes (hot flashes), poor sleep, low bone density, anxiety.

By incorporating some dairy products, healthy fats, whole grains, fruits, vegetables, foods high in phytoestrogens and good quality protein into your diet, it may relief some menopausal symptoms...

Studies have shown that caffeine and alcohol can trigger hot flushes (hot flashes) when going through menopause...

In our 40's, and beyond, our body's nutritional needs are different than they used to be in our 20' & 30's

Bone density can be improved through diet

Pumpkin seeds and Sunflower seeds contain healthy fatty acids which can help combat depression

Some herbs and spices such as cardamom, cinnamon, cumin, coriander, ginger, fennel and turmeric, can help aid digestion and keep our blood sugar levels in check

Which of these foods are high in magnesium, needed during menopause?

Scientists have recognised that in certain cultures and countries, for example Japan, women experience much less symptoms of menopause due to their diet being rich in phytoestrogens...

Probiotic foods contain bacteria which help improve gut function, and protects against harmful bacteria

Which of the following statements are true?