09/04/2025
Menopause is not only about hot flashes and hormones. It is also a crucial time to care for your gut health. During this stage, estrogen levels drop which can shift gut bacteria, slow digestion, and affect how your body handles blood sugar and cholesterol.
That is where fiber and prebiotics step in:
✨ Gut balance: Prebiotic fibers feed beneficial bacteria, helping restore diversity that supports digestion and immune health.
✨ Hormone metabolism: A healthy gut helps the body process and eliminate excess estrogen, reducing bloating and irregularity.
✨ Blood sugar and weight: Fiber slows down digestion, helping stabilize energy and manage midlife weight changes.
✨ Bone and mood support: Research shows gut health influences nutrient absorption such as calcium and magnesium and is connected to mood regulation. Both are essential during menopause.
Simple swaps to add more:
• Add basil seeds (ZenBasil) or chia to smoothies or yogurt
• Include beans, lentils, and colorful veggies daily
• Try resistant starches such as green bananas or cooked and cooled potatoes
Your gut and hormones are in constant conversation. Feeding your microbiome is feeding your future self.
