Article: Importance of Nutrition in Menopause and Perimenopause—A Review

This article supplements the content presented during the Roadshow and expands on the evidence-based nutrition principles relevant to perimenopause and menopause care.

This peer-reviewed open-access article provides a comprehensive review of the role of nutrition during perimenopause and menopause. It examines how hormonal changes during this life stage may contribute to weight gain, increased abdominal fat, reduced muscle mass, insulin resistance, cardiovascular risk, bone loss, sleep disturbances, and other common symptoms.

The authors discuss evidence-based dietary strategies—including balanced eating patterns, adequate protein intake, fiber, healthy fats, calcium, vitamin D, hydration, and weight management—to help improve symptoms, support long-term health, and promote healthier ageing in midlife women.

After reading this article, answer a set of multiple-choice questions to pass the activity and qualify for CEUs.

This activity is accredited for 3 general CEUs.

Key points will be provided at the end of the activity.

The content of this activity was developed by Jessica Byrne RD(SA)