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Perimenopause: If you are over 40, start a pre-menopause diet, what foods to include
Samira Vishwas | July 6, 2026 7:24 PM CST

  • Symptoms that appear before menopause are called perimenopause
  • A proper diet during this period definitely benefits women
  • Doctor’s advice on what to eat during such times

At different stages of life, women’s body undergoes many hormonal changes, which their on health results. Whether it’s menstruation, pregnancy, postpartum, perimenopause or menopause, women’s bodies undergo many changes as they age, making it very important to take special care of their health.

After the age of 40, when perimenopause begins and the body gradually Towards menopause When moving, a woman’s body undergoes many changes. Its symptoms include irregular periods, hot flashes, night sweats, mood swings, weight gain and irritability. During this period, it becomes very important to include certain foods in your diet. Dietician Manpreet Kalra has told what foods women should eat during perimenopause on his social media.

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Which foods should be consumed?

  • During this period, women should include fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds and spices in their diet, which reduce inflammation, balance estrogen, control blood sugar levels and give the body energy.
  • Also eat foods that improve skin, mood and heart health
  • Pomegranate, apple, amla and berries should be eaten during perimenopause. It is rich in antioxidants and nutrients. They reduce inflammation, balance hormones, and improve skin and heart health
  • Vegetables should include broccoli, carrots, spinach and cabbage. It is rich in fiber and calcium. They help balance estrogen, strengthen bones and flush out toxins from the body
  • Eat onion seeds, pumpkin seeds, walnuts and sesame seeds. It contains phytoestrogens, omega-3s and minerals, which reduce hot flashes, improve mood and balance hormones.
  • Apart from this, include turmeric, fenugreek, cinnamon and fennel in your diet. These help control blood sugar levels, reduce inflammation and ease the hormonal changes of perimenopause.

According to experts, women should take special care of their diet and routine during menopause and perimenopause.

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