Menopause can be quite an intense experience for women. Many hormonal changes and fluctuations with symptoms come with it. Diet is very important, eating nutrient rich whole foods makes a big difference. Eating fruits, vegetables and meats can set a great foundation to nourish the body, and reduce inflammation, that also prevents bone loss, and allows women to avoid excess weight gain. Omega-3 wild caught salmon, grass fed meats, flaxseed oil and borage oil. B-Vitamins are very important. Eating carrots, beets, radishes, leafy green such as kale, spinach and chard; fresh or dried fruits along with avocados and seafood.

Best supplements: Amino Acids; Magnesium; Selenium; Iron; Zinc; Fiber

Amino Acids: collagen from grass-fed cows, sardines, and pastured eggs

Magnesium: Seaweed, figs, bananas, avocado; dark leafy greens

Selenium: turkey, liver, red meats, garlic and spinach

Iron: organ meats, dark leafy greens; shellfish and red meats

Zinc: grass-fed beef, lamb and oysters

Fiber: vegetables such as carrots, broccoli, beets and cauliflower.