Dealing with the physical and mental changes of menopause can feel like an uphill battle, but small wins can make all the difference. I’ve found that eating well has helped me manage some of my perimenopausal symptoms, and I always feel better when I have time to cook from scratch.

I spoke to menopause nutritionist Karen Newby , author of The Natural Menopause Method Cookbook, to see what she recommends for women in this transitional period.

“Often my advice is actually to eat more—especially at breakfast and lunch. This helps to fuel our brain and body when we need the energy—in the daytime—not at the end of the day when it’s more likely to be laid down as fat. You may like

If I wanted to improve my peri- and menopause symptoms I’d follow this expert’s dietary advice

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