Episode 189: Staying Healthy After Menopause | What Matters Most

What really matters for staying healthy after menopause? Do you need more protein, fewer carbohydrates, or a completely different way of eating? With so much conflicting advice, it's easy to lose sight of what actually supports our long-term health. In this episode I share five areas worth protecting as we age, drawing on nutrition research, my personal experiences and the lessons I've learnt from working with women. You'll discover: Why maintaining muscle and strength matters more than chasing protein targets. How to protect your bones through nutrition, movement and appropriate health checks. Why carbohydrates don't need to disappear from your meals after menopause. How sleep, relationships, stress and time outdoors contribute to healthy ageing. Why preventive health checks and screening deserve a place in your self-care routine. Whether you're approaching menopause or have been post-menopausal for years, this conversation will help you focus on what matters for your individual health and wellbeing. Because staying healthy after menopause isn't about finding the perfect diet. It's about what you protect, what you practise, and what you check. ☀️ What do you need today? Looking after your health after menopause doesn't mean changing everything at once. Sometimes the most helpful place to begin is simply noticing how you're feeling and what you need. My free Morning Check-In Postcard offers one simple question to help you make your wellbeing a priority, one day at a time. 🎁 Download your free postcard (No email or details required to download) Next week , in Episode 190, we'll explore why focusing on the number on the scales can sometimes make healthy eating harder. Subscribe to the Eating for You podcast so you receive all of the episodes in our women’s health series. If you'd like personalised guidance on nourishing your mind and body without restrictive food rules, book a complimentary Mindful Eating Strategy Call.