Menopause snacks that are a 'better option' for losing weight – what to eat

Snacking has always been considered something of a bad habit, especially for menopausal women trying to lose weight. In general, it is often the cause of weight gain in the first place but people do have options, with an expert offering some key foods to focus on instead of sugary treats.

Wellbeing expert and entrepreneur Liz Earle, revealed that it’s important to consider a few things before choosing a snack.

When hunger cravings set in people typically reach for a chocolate bar or a bag of crisps – treats that are usually high in sugar or unhealthy fats.

Eating too much sugar can make blood sugar levels sky-rocket, as it is easily digested and quickly enters the bloodstream.

This could worsen menopause discomfort as it will then suddenly drop.

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She believes there are other foods that could trigger discomfort without people realising but eating foods that mimic oestrogen in a menopausal women’s body, could help ease symptoms.

Foods that contain the plant nutrient phytoestrogen, have been found to help alleviate a number of symptoms, including weight gain and hot flashes.

They can be found in several different types of food such as soy products, grains, beans, and some fruits and vegetables.

Eating food with phytoestrogens could help combat a number of weight loss symptoms, as Liz explained: “Phytoestrogens can help ease many menopausal symptoms, but they’re also tasty and nutritious in their own right.

“Soya milk and soya flour, linseeds, tofu, Japanese tempeh and miso, pumpkin seeds, sesame seeds, sunflower seeds, celery, rhubarb and green beans all contain phytoestrogens.”

source: express.co.uk