Menopause Nutrition: Top 10 Hormone Balancing Foods

8 August 2025


Menopause Nutrition: Top 10 Hormone Balancing Foods



Navigating menopause can bring challenges like low energy, weight gain, and mood swings, but the right foods can make a world of difference. In this comprehensive and practical guide, you’ll discover the top 10 hormone-balancing foods that naturally support hormonal health, boost metabolism, and ease symptoms. These nutrient-rich foods are the secret to feeling better naturally. They are easy to include in your meals and offer real, lasting benefits. Watch to the end to learn how these foods can transform your menopause journey.

You’ll Learn:
• How specific foods support healthy hormone production and balance.

• Why plant-based and nutrient-dense options are key during menopause.

• The role of anti-inflammatory and digestion-enhancing foods in easing symptoms.

• Practical tips for incorporating these foods into your daily meals for long-term health.

🎬 Video Overview:
– How to naturally balance hormones during menopause
– Understanding your body: The impact of hormonal changes on health
– High-fiber foods: Normalize fluctuations and support gut health
– Adaptogens and phytoestrogens: Reducing stress and balancing hormones
– Digestion-enhancing foods: Improving nutrient absorption and reducing bloating
– Slow-release carbohydrates: Stable energy and managing cravings
– Easily digestible protein: Supporting muscle tone and energy
– Anti-inflammatory foods: Easing symptoms and reducing weight gain
– High-quality natural fats: Essential for hormones and brain health
– Dark leafy greens: Detoxifying and supporting hormonal health
– Seeds: The nutrient powerhouses for hormone regulation
– Nuts: Satisfying snacks that reduce cravings and support health
– The three keys to feeling better during menopause

Have questions or thoughts? Post them in the comments below, and I’ll make sure to respond with care and understanding 😊💞

👉 Related Video: The Menopause Diet Series: https://bit.ly/what-to-eat-on-a-menopause-diet
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Disclaimer:
This video provides general nutritional guidance only and is not a substitute for personalised dietary advice. For specific nutritional recommendations tailored to your individual needs, please consult a qualified nutritionist, dietitian, or healthcare professional. If you have existing health concerns, medical conditions, or dietary restrictions, always seek advice from your doctor before making dietary changes. By following the nutritional suggestions in this video, you agree that you do so at your own discretion and risk, and the creator is not liable for any injury, loss, or damage arising from your participation.

if you're going through perimenopause or menopause and looking for a way to feel better naturally with the right hormone balancing Foods then this video is for you I'm going to show you how easy it is to balance your hormones through eating the right types of foods at the right time of the day and share the one big thing you must know about losing weight during menopause so make sure you watch this video right to the end because I don't want you to miss out on any of the valuable information I'm about to share right now you might be feeling stressed stuck frustrated overwhelmed by all the hormonal changes you're going through and maybe you're just feeling like there's so much information out there but today I'm going to simplify everything and show you how to get unstuck so you can start feeling like yourself again but first you need to understand and accept that everything is different now and there's no going back on this menopause Journey the simple truth is your body is changing your metabolism slowing down so you're gaining weight more easily you're more sensitive to blood sugar fluctuation and that's why you're experiencing Cravings especially in the afternoon it's harder to produce energy from the food that you're eating so you feel more easily fatigued and maybe you're suffering from digestive issues bloating and gas and food sensitivities and of course the inflammation is getting worse so that's why you've got symptoms like joint pain and headaches and here's the thing you're probably starting to also lose muscle strength and tone so you're feeling flabbier and the cellulite's getting worse and this is why the old way of eating just doesn't work anymore Habits Like skipping meals especially breakfast under eating during the day and then overeating at night limiting certain food types like cutting out carbs or fats and drinking too much caffeine and of course alcohol and snacking on foods high in sugar processed carbs and unhealthy fats and just eating a limited range of healthy foods you'd be surprised how many women just eat a handful of healthy foods each day and as a result they're undernourished you're overfed and overweight and lacking the vital nutrients their body and hormones need your body is also more sensitive to stress now right so if your diabeticality skip meals or limit certain food types you'll end up gaining not losing weight so here's why this is so important the nutrients in the food you eat are the raw materials your body uses to produce energy and there are certain foods that can affect the production of hormones right and support your body's natural balancing functions through your digestive system so this is why improving your eating habits is such an easy and simple way of treating your menopause symptoms and you'll also be able to balance your hormones and boost your metabolism right quickly to help you lose weight more easily now here's the one big thing that you need to know the secret to feeling better and losing weight is eating the right Foods at the right time of the day in the right portion sizes so let me show you the top 10 food types for balancing your hormones during perimenopause and menopause here they are here are the top 10 foods you need to be eating high fiber foods phytoestrogens and adaptogens digestion enhancing Foods slow release carbohydrates foods high and easily digestible protein anti-inflammatory foods high quality natural fats dark leafy green veggies seeds and nuts and all these foods will provide the amino acids the plant nutrients the vitamins and minerals that your body and hormones need to for healthy hormone production as well as reducing inflammation and boosting your metabolism now you'll notice there's a lot of plant-based Foods here right and that's because they're rich in phytonutrients which are vital for balancing our hormones naturally so let's take a quick look at these individual food types and why they're so good during menopause so first the high fiber foods fiber is really important for us during menopause because it helps to normalize the hormonal fluctuations and eliminate toxins and there's two types of fiber soluble fiber which comes from the outer part of the plant so this forms a thick gel that slows the digestion of food to keep your blood sugar levels stay stable and reduce Cravings the soluble fibers fermented by the bacteria in the large intestine to improve the microbiome of our gut which is essential for for our hormones insoluble fiber comes from the outer skin of the plant right so it helps to remove toxins and regulate your bowel movement so these are a few of my favorite high fiber foods leafy green veggies beads and legumes flax seed and linseed almonds avocado figs kiwi and pear and lastly high fiber grains like oats but wheat and quinoa next adaptogenic and phytoestrogenic Foods now adaptogens help our body cope better with the stress of menopause they're especially good for improving energy and sleep and reducing inflammation now there are certain types of plant-based phytoestrogenic foods that are classified as secondary adaptogens because they help support our immune system and our nervous system right through the endocrine system so my favorites are Korean ginseng holy basil or Tulsi red Maca and seeds like pumpkin sunflower flax hemp and sesame next we have digestion enhancing Foods now I know many of you suffer from digestive issues and that's because the hormonal changes of menopause affect our gut microbiome the good bacteria That's essential for our health and hormones so your body's struggling to break down and absorb nutrients so these digestion enhancing foods will help your body produce good bacteria so you can digest the food more easily and here's why this is so important because it'll help you absorb the nutrients better without absolutely putting on weight from the calories right and these are some of my favorites kefir yogurt kiwi fruit fennel broccoli asparagus berries and seeds next we have slow release carbohydrates now slow release hypo hydrates are high in fiber slow digesting starch and resistant starch so this means that help to keep you satisfied and full for longer they'll keep your blood sugar levels stable to prevent Cravings now here's what you need tonight the time of the day that you eat your starchy carbs is really important in maintaining a healthy weight and managing symptoms so make sure you eat more of these during the day and less at night now here's another important point so listen carefully not many women know this that cooking and cooling the starchy carbs increases the levels of resistance start which makes them healthier so that's why many of the recipes on my program are designed for batch cooking ahead of time to make this really easy so here's a few of my favorite slow release carbs still cut oats beads and legumes especially chickpeas dry roasted sweet potato buckwheat and parboiled brown or wild rice next we have easily digestible protein so here's the thing as our body changes during perimenopausal menopause we don't break down and absorb protein as easily as we used to so our hormones and energy and muscle tone suffers so we need to increase our protein intake so plant-based protein helps to reduce the health risks of too much meat protein however plants usually lack one or two of the essential amino acids right so if you're vegan or vegetarian you need to consume a wiring of veggies veggie beans legumes fruits and Grains right so you've got all the amino acids you need so here's a few of my favorite high protein food lean venison beef chicken without the skin fish eggs nuts seeds beans and legumes peace Brown and wild rice and oats lots and lots of options next we have anti-inflammatory foods so estrogen is an anti-inflammatory hormone so during menopause inflammation starts to increase as estrogen decreases and that leads to weight gain around the waist which makes the inflammation worse so for many of you just cutting back on store-bought foods that have added chemicals and sugar will go a long way to reducing inflammation once you've done this then you need to increase the anti-inflammatory foods and here's my favorite salmon seeds berries leafy green veggies extra virgin olive oil avocado and sweet potato next high quality good fats now these are really important for our hormones and our brain health right during menopause so healthy fats will also help you feel more satisfied after eating and reduce Cravings making it easier to lose weight so here are my favorites Seafood especially salmon seeds and nuts beans olives and oils like extra virgin olive oil flaxseed and hemp seed oil next dark leaf figurine cruciferous veggies these help the liver to break down and eliminate toxins and excess estrogen metabolites to help maintain a healthy hormonal balance and they're also high in fiber which helps with that that Health metabolism and weight loss so my favorites are broccoli spinach brussels sprouts and bok choy it's second to last seeds I love seeds because they're the heart of the plant they're concentrated in the nutrients the plant needs to help it grow which means they're rich in vitamins minerals amino acids and fatty acids and phytonutrients which are vital for our hormonal Health the phytoestrogens in seeds especially help to support a healthy balance between estrogen and progesterone so my favorites are flaxseed or linseed hemp seed or hemp hearts sunflower seeds pumpkin seed chia seed and sesame seed and lastly nuts they had the same benefits as the seeds plus they're great for satisfying and suppressing our appetite which makes them perfect as a snack between meals so my favorites are almonds and cashews and walnuts and you just want a handful okay so that's my top 10 hormone balancing food types we need to be eating now if you watch this video to the end then you've probably had some significant hormonal challenges and you want to feel better and the truth is that the the old way of doing things just won't cut it anymore right you need to be vigilant with the foods you're eating and taking care of your body right so if you take one thing from this video This Is It feeling better naturally during menopause and losing weight easily simply means doing three things eating the right food types at the right time of the day in the right portion sizes now maybe you're feeling like goodness me this all feels too hard but it doesn't have to be right even if you don't feel supported by those around you like your family or friends you can get the help you need to start feeling better and losing weight just like the thousands of other ladies I've helped on my program with the right guidance and support you'll see results without guessing right what's right for your body and wasting precious time and energy my team of coaches and I are waiting to take you by the hand and guide IG step by step to feeling better quickly and easily so if you're ready to get in the driver's seat of your hormonal health and just click the button under this video to learn more about my program I would love to help you

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  2. There’s no health risk to too much red meat. The ‘Studies’ were debunked.
    Our bodies NEED red meat!

  3. What are your thoughts on Soy? Ingesting soy has helped me so much!

  4. So my GI doctor wants me to stay away from seeds (diverticulitis) and I have a tree nut allergy – what’s the alternative?

  5. These foods have been my staples for years but haven't made much difference to how I'M feeling hormonally.

  6. I’m in post menopause am 55 don’t have cravings for junk food I never had weight on me I eat generally good but I notice I’m loosing muscle mass in my body one side of my cheek I guess I don’t have any more estrogen and progesterone I want to gain a few pounds so I will start weight training so I was told to do

  7. I keep replaying 2:44. That’s how clear things should be.

  8. I shared this with my mom, and now we’re both doing stretches every morning. Your content is literally changing lives, one step at a time.

  9. Ginger, beetroot, apple 🍏, carrot juice, fish with salad, fresh mint tea 🍵, cherries 🍒, apricots, much more ,

  10. This video has helped me at 48 woman going through menopause and having to keep up with my 5 year old daughter .

  11. Thank you so much very much. My periods are so wonky and anxiety provoking. ❤

  12. Thank you so much, it's very important for me, but I have just one question about cholesterol 7.5 we can have all those?

  13. 1. HIGH fiber foods 2. Seeds and nuts 3. Dark greens 4.flax seeds avocado,oats, yogurt, kiwi, berries, sweet potatoes, parboiled rice,eggs,fish,lean meat, salmon,olive oil, broccoli, spinach, walnuts,flaxseed, sunflower oil, sesame oil,chai seeds, sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds,ginseng.

  14. June 2025… I'm just now needing this information. Thank you, this has been a very helpful video. You touched on quite a bit of my symptoms & you offered natural suggestions. I plan to add these suggestions to my day-to-day meal prep. It's a lifestyle change @ this point in my life.

  15. Amen I did get early nebopause

  16. I am turning 48 this month and I am in the middle of menopause (started 2 yrs ago). I got hot flushes, night sweats (really bad), not sleeping correctly (kept on waking up at 2 or 3 am in the morning), mood swings, emotional rollercoaster, lethargic, low motivation and weight gain. Even though I now have to take a hormonal gel to help me with most of this stuff… The weight gain bothers me. The doc said, there is no wonder pill for this but to do sport on a regular basis: cardio and strength training.

    I work full time, have 2 kids under 14 and I have a dog… Therefore my time is limited in the day. No doubt like every mama out there.

    Not to mention I had a back OP in Sep last year and it has been a hard road to get where I am today. It is now 8 months down the track and I am slowy getting back into the swing of things… going out 30 to 45 mins a day with my dog, doing 1-2 hr power walks (1 or 2 a week depending on time), I bike ride with my husband and kids on the weekend (depending on the weather- more a summer activity) and I am back at sport (which is roughly 3 to 5 days a week). As you can see, I am quite an active person… But I am so frustrated that i can't loose my weight the way i want it.

    Out of desperation or loss of hope, one starts looking on the internet for answers to see how they can improve things in their life, but mostly find things where you need to spend loads of money on (tablets, sport apps, supplements etc).

    Then I stumbled on your link… I found it very interesting and it gave me hope. All I need to do now, is try to change my diet in my daily life and see how that works for me.

    Thank you and I will look at your other links with the food plans.

  17. Okay, I'm stressed that everyone is talking about it when other people are telling me that their are really no symptoms.

  18. I got a question for you.Is instant oatmeal good for a person?With hypothyroidism and going through the change

  19. Like frustration,lake of sleep,get bored,loose focus,some weight gain,slowed down,muscle soreness,digestion issues,slow digestion

  20. Very helpful, thank you so much!! I just subscribed 💯🥰♥️👌

  21. I’m almost 51 and have struggled with every menopause symptom, thank you for this 👏👏👏👏

  22. I wholeheartedly agree with this advice and have implemented many of these foods. My issue is when I eat flax seed, chic peas, any type of beans, I have EMERGENCY uncontrollable bowel movements. And broccoli, Brussels sprouts and cabbage lead to MAJOR gas and bloating. So as much as I would love to incorporate these things the negative effects are detrimental. Please advise I really want to manage my symptoms of perimenopause naturally.

  23. I think sun exposure is very helpful

  24. Low carb/sugar and meno = 10 years of hell for me. I finally did what my body wanted, and needed, and ALL of that stopped within a week. Low fat, lots of carbs/sugar, high fiber, lean protein. Ladies…if you're like me and finding that the high fat/protein, low carb approach isn't working, ditch it. Not kidding. I'm an athletic trainer and nutritionist, have been for 35 years. Master's in Biochem, PhD in Nutritional Anthropology. I was all on board the anti-sugar train, but I was wrong. Everything from low energy, brain fog, mood swings, insomnia, weight gain, terrible digestion, reliance on caffeine to function…ALL GONE when I dropped fat, ate lean protein and fiber, and bathed in carbs and sugar. I am not alone. So many women are having the same success this way. I'm not selling anything or promoting anyone. I'm basically retired, lol. But I wish I had dropped the low-carb dogma 10 years ago. Now, I feel like I'm 25 again, at 55. If low carb isn't working for you, or it was and has ceased to be positive, please try this way.

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