Right around the time I turned 40, I felt like I was aging at warp speed.
I know I’m not alone in this experience.
Thehormonal shifts of menopauseleave many women in midlife feeling frustrated, tired, and anxious.
One of theprinciple regulators2of estrogen is the gut microbiome.
When estrogen levels are altered, you could experience weight gain or brain fog.
Increased stress:So many midlife women I talk to say they are stressed.
Some are stuck in self-defeating patterns of overexercising and overeating.
Others have become empty-nesters and are not sure what to do with the second part of their lives.
Thehealth of the gut microbiomeis so important to every aspect of our bodies.
If a person comes to me feeling drained or depleted, the first place I look is their diet.
Oftentimes, I find that people are not eating the right bang out of carbohydrates for their body.
Energy carbs are those that give you energy without spiking your blood sugar too much.
They also provide your body with important nutrients like antioxidants andfiber to support digestion and gut health.
Some of my favorite energy carbs are sweet potatoes, jicama, and apples.
Seeds are also beneficial sources of fiberespeciallychia seeds.
Two tablespoons of chia seeds have almost 10 grams of fiberthat’s around 40% of therecommended daily intake4.
They are also very satiating and highly nutritious, containing omega-3s and magnesium.
The takeaway
The menopausal period can come with some new gut health challenges.
