Season 6 Kickoff: Kitchen Table Talk: My Sister and I Dish on Menopause and My New Book
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This week’s episode is extra special for TWO reasons! For one, we are kicking off Season 6, and my sister Friedel is interviewing me! We’re diving into my new book, Eat to Thrive During Menopause, and why I felt called to write it after my own surprising start to perimenopause at 37.
Instead of talking about what to cut out, I share why I focus on what to add, such as fiber, phytoestrogens, and carbs that actually satisfy. We also bust some common menopause myths and talk about how intuitive eating can help you feel at peace with food in this season of life.
Friedel shares some of her favourite recipes from the book (pumpkin flax muffins, anyone?) along with some of her behind-the-scenes memories of me while I was writing it!
Join us for a sweet conversation about food, midlife, and finding joy in this season of life.
You'll Learn:
- Why I had to turn to food to help manage my hot flashes and other symptoms of perimenopause
- Why I wanted to combine intuitive eating with menopause-specific nutrition
- The most common myths about perimenopause (spoiler: hot flashes aren’t universal!)
- How to make food simple, joyful, and satisfying, even in the busiest season of life
- Why “nutrition by addition” feels so much better than cutting things out
- The role Friedel played as recipe tester, taste-tester, and co-pilot along the way
Key Quotes:
“Intuitive doesn’t mean automatic. It’s a process, and it gets easier with practice.”
“Nutrition by addition is the gift of intuitive eating. You don’t have to say no to anything.”
“A peaceful relationship with food in menopause is one of my wishes for everyone.”
📚 I wrote a book! Eat To Thrive During Menopause will be out on October 21st, 2025. Pre-order your copy today and help get the word out!
Like what you learned? Check out these other episodes!
- Intuitive Eating in Menopause: A Conversation with Evelyn Tribole
- Hot Flashes 101: Can You Eat To Beat The Heat
- The Truth About Soy in Midlife
- 5 Things My Sister Wants You To Know About Perimenopause
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