10 Foods That Ease Menopause Symptoms

By Dr. Carrie Jones Expert HERWriter

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In order to reduce synthetic hormones entering the body, protein should ideally be hormone-free. Increasing protein while lowering carbohydrate and sugar intake also helps with maintaining weight and reducing elevated glucose levels. A small protein-only snack before bed may help those who wake up in the middle of the night due to crashing blood sugar.

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The symptoms of menopause can feel overwhelming, especially if they seem to be happening all at once. Hot flashes, night sweats, sleep disruption, brain fog, joint pain, decreased sex drive and weight gain are just a few of the many hormonal changes that typically occur between the ages of 40 and 55 years old. Simple dietary changes might make a big difference in how you handle this often challenging phase of life. Here are 10 foods to try eating to improve your menopause symptoms.