Eat to Stay Strong: Rethinking Nutrition for the Active Woman During Menopause

One of the most overlooked shifts during the menopause transition is nutrition. The same foods and habits that fueled you through your 30s may not serve you as well now. This is especially true if you’re active and want to maintain your energy, strength, and endurance. Whether you’re running, lifting, hiking, skiing, or just keeping up with a busy life, the way your body uses and needs energy changes with age and fluctuating hormones.

Why Nutrition Matters for Women during Menopause

For decades, most sports nutrition research focused on young men. Thankfully, we’re finally seeing studies that center on women. The findings are changing how we think about fueling, recovery, and strength. The common thread? Most women simply aren’t eating enough to support their performance, recovery, and long-term health.

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