Ep. 39 | Menopause Macros: A Personalized Approach to Nutrition That Actually Works
You've heard the word "macros" a hundred times. But what does it actually mean for your body right now — in perimenopause or menopause — when everything has changed and the old ratios don't seem to apply anymore?
This episode breaks it down in plain language and gives you a flexible, personalized framework you can actually use.
In This Episode, You'll Learn:
Understanding Your Macronutrients
Protein, carbohydrates, and fats — what each one does in your body and why the balance between them matters more than ever during menopause
Why your macro needs are different now than they were in your 20s and 30s
Tailoring Macros for Your Health
How to adjust your macro approach for specific conditions like prediabetes, insulin resistance, and menopause-related metabolic changes
Why a personalized approach matters — what works for one woman won't necessarily work for another
The 5-Step Flexible Macro Process:
Determining your baseline needs — where to start based on your body, your goals, and your health
Tracking and monitoring — how to gather data without becoming obsessive about it
Making informed food choices — using your macros as a guide, not a prison
Adjusting and refining — why flexibility is built into the system and how to adapt as your body responds
Incorporating lifestyle factors — exercise, stress, sleep, and how they all influence your macro needs
This approach lets you eat with intention and flexibility — managing your health without rigid meal plans or all-or-nothing rules. It's personalized, sustainable, and designed to work with your life, not against it.
The key is understanding that nutrition during menopause isn't just about what you eat — it's about working with a holistic approach that includes your hormones, your stress, and your overall health picture.
This episode is for you if: You're a woman over 40 in perimenopause or menopause who wants to understand macros and how to use them — without the obsession, the rigidity, or the confusion. You want a practical, flexible framework that makes sense for your body right now.
Links & Resources:
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