Menopausal Nutrition: Improving Belly Fat, Snacking and Heart Health with Sarah Berry PhD

Sarah Berry is Associate Professor, Department of Nutritional
Sciences at King’s College London, and the chief scientist at
Zoe. In this episode, she’s got some juicy insights into the
world of nutrition science. She talks about the ‘food matrix’,
the ups and downs of different types of fats, and the tricky
world of nutrition info on social media. She also shares a study
that shows how diet can help with menopausal symptoms. Dr. Berry
sets the record straight on myths about seed oils, oats, and the
fear surrounding certain foods. This is a must-listen for anyone
curious about diet, health, and the menopausal transition.


Episode Overview (timestamps are approximate):
(0:00) Intro/Teaser
(3:00) Understanding the Food Matrix
(5:00) Impact of Food Processing on Health
(14:00) The Power of Healthy Snacking
(31:00) Myths About Seed Oils
(42:00) Managing Cardiovascular Health During Menopause
(48:00) Dietary Fat Types & Cholesterol
(52:00) Menopause Symptoms and Dietary Changes
(1:01:00) Menopause Symptoms, Bio-Individuality, and
Nutribollocks
(1:11:00) Benefits of Balanced Oat Consumption
(1:18:00) The “After-Party” Wrap-Up


Resources mentioned in this episode can be found at
https://drstephanieestima.com/podcasts/ep411/


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