Menopause Relief Kit

Menopausal hot flashes were rare in countries, like Japan, whose diets emphasized foods from plants, such as rice, vegetables, and soy products.As Japan’s diet Westernized—including more burgers, chicken, and cheese—hot flashes became more common.So doctors tested a plant-based diet for women with hot flashes.It reduced moderate-to-severe hot flashes by 88%.Half the participants had no further moderate-to-severe hot flashes at all.

The diet that worked included three steps:Avoid animal products. For example, use soymilk or almond milk on your cereal. Or have tomato sauce on your spaghetti instead of meat sauce. Instead of meat chili, try bean chili. We will show you many possibilities. It is easier than you’d think.Reduce fatty and oily foods.Include soybeans.

You will have questions about food and will encounter an occasional challenge. Click below for more help:Video on using foods to counter hot flashes.Video comments from women who’ve tried a diet approach.How to find a dietitian to guide you, if you need help.Join a nutrition or cooking class.Where to get competent medical care, if you need it.Books, videos, and other resources.Scientific reports supporting nutrition for menopause.