169: Pre, Peri & Post Menopause: Weighty Matters – Liz Ward & Hillary Wright

There is no reason for women to deprive themselves of delicious, nourishing foods as they navigate the years before, during and after menopause. 

Registered Dietitians Hillary Wright and Elizabeth Ward have teamed up to author the new book, The Menopause Diet Plan. With a comprehensive approach to better health, this book helps women take charge of their well-being and live life to the fullest.

Wright and Ward share insights on nutrition and lifestyle habits for before, during, and after menopause because what happens to your body before and after menopause are important, too.

They suggest that women start taking the transition to menopause seriously in their mid-40s or even earlier. And, if you're past menopause, to eat in a way that keeps your brain, heart, bones, and the rest of your body in good shape.

Tune in to this episode to learn about:

1. why the Menopause Diet Plan is not really a “diet”
2. the three different “paths” of the MDP  
3. the menopause diet “plate”
4. diet vs. non-diet approaches
5. the role of circadian rhythms
6. the importance of building or maintaining muscle mass
7. mindful eating, feelings of hunger and fullness
8. inflammation, brain fog, stress, anxiety and depression  
9. the connection to heart health, brain health, bone health, cancer and diabetes risk
10. how aging changes vitamin and mineral needs

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