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High-Sugar Foods and Beverages
Consuming too much sugar can also negatively affect blood glucose regulation and insulin function. These foods include sweets, desserts, sodas, and many packaged foods.
Processed Foods
Processed foods are typically high in calories and low in nutritional value. They contain a lot of refined carbs, sugar, saturated fat, and sodium.
Saturated Fat
During menopause, an increase in body fat and loss of muscle mass can raise blood lipid levels and increase the risk of cardiovascular disease. Additionally, eating too much saturated fat can impair insulin function.
High-Sodium Foods
Sodium has a significant effect on hypertension. It is critical to limit and monitor sodium intake during the menopause transition and afterwards.
Refined Carbohydrates
Choosing refined carbohydrates over whole grains reduces dietary fiber intake, which is essential for metabolic, cardiovascular, and digestive health.
Alcoholic Beverages
Heavy drinking is linked to a variety of health issues, including brain, metabolic, heart, and liver disease. The health benefits of moderate alcohol consumption remain debatable.