The food that can help support you through menopause 

As menopause moves from taboo to a hot topic, we’re becoming more aware of how diet can play a part in dealing with its symptoms

Four out of five people surveyed for the Department of Health agreed with the statement that menopause is not openly discussed.

It was known as ‘The Change’; we just didn’t talk about it. Like so many issues to do with women’s reproductive health, menopause was one of those things that were whispered about in corners and many issues to do with this normal ageing process were swept under the carpet. It’s not like it’s something rare or unusual: menopause affects 50% of the population.

Recent research by the Department of Health as part of its Menopause Awareness campaign launched in October 2022 noted that almost three-quarters of Irish women over 35 have either started perimenopause, are dealing with the symptoms of menopause, or have completed menopause. That could be your sister, your mother, your wife, your work colleague — or you. And knowing what is happening with our bodies and how we can make life better for us.