How does my diet influence how I feel?

In a new feature looking at how we can live a healthy, happy life during perimenopause and menopause, we talk to nutritionist Dr Alona Pulde to find out more about how our food has an impact

- By Dr Alona Pulde

We all want to thrive - not just survive - through the decade or so that encompasses perimenopause and menopause. So what can we do to ensure that? 'Healthy eating can have positive impacts on menopause symptoms,' says Dr Alona Pulde, a family doctor who specialises in nutrition. 'Plant foods contain phytoestrogen, which can mimic oestrogen in the body and help with symptoms such as hot flashes.'

Try to include: