Nutritional Needs Change as We Age. Here’s What to Eat, and Avoid, During Menopause

Fill up on lean protein and stay away from those chili peppers.

This menopause-friendly Protein Power Bowl pairs protein- and fiber-rich farro with low-fat roasted chicken, avocado, and lemon hummus. Gretchen McKay/Pittsburgh Post-Gazette/TNS

By Gretchen McKay From Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Learning to navigate menopause can be challenging—and, let’s admit it, also pretty frustrating—for some women going through this natural change of life.