Worst foods & drinks for menopause

Over the last two weeks, I have spoken about good foods for menopause, but there are some foods and drinks that aren't so good. From triggering symptoms to making them worse, certain foods and drinks can have a negative impact on your menopause, so it's important to know which ones you should be trying to limit or avoid if you can.
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[@janetfreidel2476]

You don't have to give up everything. I recommend keeping a food and mood journal. It helped me track which foods were affecting my mood.

[@AvogelCoUk]

Great idea Janet, thank you!

[@paulamariniello8265]

I have. And it helps sooooo much 😊

[@sangeetasrivastav4704]

1.sugar and foods containing artificial sweeteners 2. High saturated fat 3.Caffeine 4.Salty foods 5.Spicy foods 6.Refined carbohydrates

[@snirks8635]

Onions, onions wreck havoc and make me smell like onions when I sweat 😞

[@sangeetasrivastav4704]

@@snirks8635 True

[@lookupnow7493]

@@snirks8635 or garlic 🙄

[@danakaleb4882]

Coffee is ok

[@deerheart87]

I’m Not giving up sugar for anyone 🎉

[@icevoss9917]

So, if you are in menopause, you are screwed. No more good coffee, chocolate, fatty foods, a drink, you might as well die. Who wants to eat all this healthy stuff?

[@suededogs9670]

Basically dont drink or eat anything.

[@terrijohnston8803]

Exactly! In the last 4 months I started breaking out in hives when I eat any sugary food 😩

[@japanesemaple2462]

😂😂

[@dorothygale5032]

Ikr! Geez talk about depressing 😕 literally nothing to look forward to at this stage of life. Not even food or drink.

[@deerheart87]

And think of the days when you had Aunty flow and u moaned and now u wish u still had Aunty flow and not this hideous men o pause crap 😂

[@melmel8343]

😂

[@maureengannaway8635]

Thank you so much. I used to love coffee from Mc D, now I drink organic only. It's more expensive eating healthy, but worth going thru the menopause. I'm going to share your videos. Women of all ages need to know how to take care of themselves. Thank you for your kindness😊

[@AvogelCoUk]

Hi Maureen Thank you for sharing us, much appreciated! :)

[@foxywhitetip7387]

Maureen Gannaway organic / nonorganic coffee is not going to solve your serious issue of sudden hormone loss

[@marlenehernandez2444]

Love ur advice madam. Thank u. I'm 51yrs old turning to 52 may the lord give us a longlife and a healthy body. As I'm I. My menauposal stage right this time. Thnks again and take cr too. I'm marlyn from Bahrain ❤️

[@AvogelCoUk]

Hi Marlene You're welcome, take care too! :) Best Wishes Eileen

[@lambylambcurly]

Please keep doing the great work, love your videos, thank you so much for them

[@AvogelCoUk]

You're welcome! :) Best Wishes Eileen

[@hessjean4403]

Thank you for these reminders!

[@jjsanchez5340]

Menopause is very hard, esp to avoid the foods esp coffee esp when u r working shift work☹️

[@DC-ef8op]

Thank you for all that you do. You have helped me more than my doctor. I wish I could buy your products online but I am in the US

[@AvogelCoUk]

Hi DC You're welcome, glad to be of help. You should be able to get similar products in your local health store :) Best Wishes Eileen

[@auramartin2382]

Thank you for all the advice..its helps alot 😊

[@nkechifavour1527]

Thanks for the good work. God bless you.

[@sindialbert7628]

Thank you for all the wonderful work you do for us it is very useful

[@AvogelCoUk]

Hi Sindi You are very welcome! Best Wishes Eileen

[@sandratjauw8709]

Thank you for the reminders, Dr. Aileen. 👍👍

[@AvogelCoUk]

You're welcome Sandra Best Wishes Eileen

[@monie2514]

December 24,2020 I know that this is a very old video but I thank you so very much for making it. I'm just starting to experience menopause and I didn't know what to expect I came across your video about a year ago and I think if I had a just started listening maybe it could have been better for me. Vaginal dryness so real and is nothing to play with I advised that people you know start to listen to their bodies cuz sometimes what you don't pay attention to can just get worse in time.

[@AvogelCoUk]

Hi Moni Unfortunately, preparation for the menopause can often really help as time goes on but, hopefully, you can start from now. You could try the supplement Sea Buckthorn Oil as this is known to be helpful for vaginal dryness. Best Wishes Eileen

[@monie2514]

@@AvogelCoUk when looking up what the benefits of sea Buckthorn oil I don't see how this would be a help for vaginal dryness as it says this oil is known to irritate skin what is good for scalp but not vaginal Health just thought I'd let you know I looked it up on Google have a happy New Year thank you😤🤦🏻‍♀️🤪‼️💯🤔🌬🤷🏼‍♀️

[@AvogelCoUk]

Hi Moni You don't apply the oil but take it as a supplement, see www.omega7.co.uk for research on this :)

[@janetfreidel2476]

Your advise is so helpful. 😁 Thank you.

[@diannejolly2071]

I love how you talk us through menopause.I dont get anxiety attacks when u do.Thank you.

[@AvogelCoUk]

You're welcome Dianne, glad to be of help! Best Wishes Eileen

[@madziam7893]

Just a healthy diet and we feel great 👍

[@anamariesolas7538]

knowing this info is great for me.thank you😍😍😍

[@abdulrahmansudaisadiza7891]

Thank you so much,am learning so much

[@AvogelCoUk]

You are very welcome!

[@japanesemaple2462]

I love the whole vibe she has very calming approach!

[@AvogelCoUk]

Thank you! :)

[@tj87889]

Thank you. Love from India.

[@janetfreidel2476]

Thank you so much. I feel this happened to me.

[@AvogelCoUk]

You are so welcome

[@janetfreidel2476]

I agree with all the foods mentioned in this video to avoid.

[@janetfreidel2476]

Thank you so much for your advice. I quit eating refined sugar totally since early last September. I do not eat any artificial sweeteners at all. I do eat bananas and apples. I also like 6 dark chocolate almonds like Blue Diamond. That satisfies my sweet tooth. I really try to restrict caffeine as well. I like sea salt.

[@AvogelCoUk]

Fantastic Janet, even making small changes and still enjoying some treats will make a difference, keep up the good work! Best Wishes Eileen

[@lizpahlke9255]

Thank you.....you’re awesome

[@AvogelCoUk]

Thank you Liz!

[@luznavarro7591]

Thank you lady🥰

[@AvogelCoUk]

You are welcome!

[@dollyshaw8493]

A thousand thanks for all your invaluable information. Lately, I found whenever I eat brown rice my stomach hurts like I am having heart attack. I switched to white rice and no pain. I make sure to have ample veggies along with it though. Is white rice still so bad if I do it that way? Ps: rice is the staple in my country :-)

[@AvogelCoUk]

Hi Dolly Brown rice is better but it does need cooking properly otherwise it can be difficult to digest; I usually cook it until it is quite soft. You also really need to chew it well and that can make quite a difference! However, if you try both of these and they don't help then you would need to go with the white rice. Good idea to have lots of veg with it to replace the lost fibre.

[@dollyshaw8493]

@@AvogelCoUk Thanks for replying. You are a life saver.

[@AvogelCoUk]

You're welcome!

[@foxywhitetip7387]

Indians have one of the healthiest diets . So do Japanese’s women

[@LAgifts1]

Hi Dolly, Iv also learned and now applying eating first the food with less sugar breakdown in them so it will also help to eat the white rice after you have the better stuff like vegetables or meat, this reduces any sugar spikes. I have found that grapefruit has helped me alot in reducing any hot flash or night sweat. I realized this accidently by seeing ripe grapefruits growing in my area, picking them and then saw my symptoms reduce, then I heard a fertility doctor recommend it and Im sure Eileen has mentioned it too. Thanks to your videos I eat avocado and egg for breakfast.

[@sarahbrennan1342]

It’s so cold lately... I love a cuppa and a biscuit lol 😆

[@heidicash4772]

I have porridge most mornings made with soya milk and topped with banana and blueberries (yum)

[@AvogelCoUk]

Sounds great Heidi, maybe add in some ground nuts/seeds for extra protein and healthy fats :) Best Wishes Eileen

[@TV-xp1rl]

Pray that my will power stay strong and determined 😔

[@Katzeyes65]

Agree even sauces have sugar

[@janetfreidel2476]

Salad dressing and other foods I would not even suspect. I am leaving to read labels.

[@silvia0224]

Processed food, sugar and alcohol hit me so bad I really can’t have them anymore. I’m goi g through a fatigue stage of menopause and some foods can really make it worse for me. Unfortunately I had to cut dairy out of my diet due to inflammation. Great video.

[@AvogelCoUk]

Thank you Silvia, hope you've managed to find a good dairy alternative! Best Wishes Eileen

[@phuongngo2105]

Thank you ❤

[@svetlanalazovskaya6912]

Very informative video, thank you. I would like to make a comment on saturated fat. Eating organic bacon or sausage can really help with stabilizing insulin and producing hormone leptin that can tremendously manage the hunger. As for dairy products-it is not that "full fat" is a problem, it is also that they affect your estrogen levels and regular GMO dairy contains vegetable oil that hugely impacts cardiovascular health by building plaque with its toxins and in many cases leads to heart attacks. If you want to switch from dairy to no dairy-also only organic oat or coconut due to non organic contain soy and vegetable oil. Good qualitative salt is crucial for the good health due to it contains minerals such as iodine, potassium and others. Lack of it causes fatigue and dizziness as well as it affects the heart rate. Organic pink and sea salt in moderation make a huge difference.

[@AvogelCoUk]

Hi Svetlana Thanks for your great advice! Best Wishes Eileen

[@Teresa-cx9rq]

Hi, I just have a quick question, I always had a good appetite but since officially starting menopause, I have no desire to eat and after eating sometimes I feel nauseous, I also have an underactive thyroid...any advice please.

[@AvogelCoUk]

Hi Teresa Although this isn't very common, it can happen to some women. It is important to get this checked by your doctor first just in case it is not menopause related. Also ask your doctor to make sure that your thyroid medication is at the right dose; the thyroid gets easily unbalanced in the menopause and needs monitoring regularly.

[@Teresa-cx9rq]

Thank you so much for the reply and advice and thank you for your videos they are so helpful

[@AvogelCoUk]

You're welcome! :)

[@onewomansjourney760]

I have been this was also, it's interesting. I'm 47 & have been told many times I'd probably start menopause phase before age 50. I've had many perimenopause symptoms & issues for last 10 years but signficant in last 5 years. I haven't had a period now for several months (not pregnant, tubes are tied). But I've had new symptoms for several months where I just feel nauseous, especially if I look at certain things, smell certain things, after eating, etc as if I were pregnant. I do know heart conditions can definitely cause this as it happened to my mother & she has serious cardiovascular issues, heart failure, etc & the cardiologist stated it was due to poor blood flow & other cardiovascular processes. She has clogged arteries in the abdomen as well. But I've recently gone through a complete work up (chest xray, abdominal pelvic CT scan, upper endoscopy with biopsy, cardiac, blood tests, etc) to rule out any possible issues. Everything is normal. Other than now some of the small fibroids I've had for years are now calcified. I am hypothyroid (cancer twice, no thyroid & lymphnodes removed) in 2012 & 2013. My thyroid levels changed a tiny bit, so normal. I'm thinking I'm going through the menopausal process. My hair has become more dry, my skin is dryer especially around my eyes like what seems suddenly overnight I've noticed crepier skin around my eyes. Just other symptoms to. My mother thinks it's all "the change". My cholesterol levels suddenly went up. I was even checked for Covid antibodies & that was negative. Some people are experiencing weird things after having Covid but I've thankfully never had Covid. But it's like some food is no longer appealing to me, I don't have an appetite alot of times, just different. I have a gynecologist appointment here soon & will discuss my concerns with my gynecologist. But the last several years my period changed. I would have regular cycles then very irregular cycles. Heavy gushes then normal bleeding. Night sweats, quick weight gain, other symptoms. Some months I'd bleed normal like 5 days then other times it'd be 12 days.

[@margaretsmall8917]

U are so true i just started watching ur so true

[@AvogelCoUk]

Thank you Margaret! Best Wishes Eileen

[@tammystegall5130]

Dose the stomach ever go away ? Haha

[@deerheart87]

Bloody stomach it’s awful

[@a.b.1184]

Hi. I used to buy organic wine until I found out that ALOT of chemicals are allowed anyways and aren't half as good as I thought... Don't know if the rules are the same in al countries but it's a tip :)

[@AvogelCoUk]

Hi AB Thanks for sharing! Best Wishes Eileen

[@xiaoyulin1390]

Very good video. I wonder how about red wine? It is not good to drink red wine for menopause?

[@AvogelCoUk]

Hi Xiaoya Alcohol of any kind can often make menopause symptoms worse, however, if you enjoy a little wine now and again this is fine. Do try and get organic wine if you can as this is better.

[@darjascherkenbach6863]

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[@sangeetasrivastav4704]

Hello ma'am I need an advice from you I am 47 years of age and I have thyroid My thyroid ,,,whenever,, I checked it ,, was always stable but my doc asked me not to leave the eltroxin But I feel so lazy ,,,so I am taking vitamin b12 supplements since two months and I found myself in a burst of energy But suddenly since two days ,, my limbs are aching What do you say ??? Please suggest

[@AvogelCoUk]

Hi Sangeeta Unfortunately, we are unable to make comments about a diagnosis by your doctor, sorry. If, after a physical examination and taking notes on your health and lifestyle, your doctor has come to a conclusion and either diagnosed you or prescribed a treatment plan for you then we do advise you to follow this. If you have any queries about your health or treatment plan you do need to go back and ask them to explain this further for you. I am sorry that I am unable to help in this instance.

[@madziam7893]

A little planning of meals and no need for junk food💖

[@rekhaharihar4411]

Hi madam does menuphouse may occur early is it their chance of immune disease or to much of medication. Because my sister periods started at the age of 15 but now she is 38 so early she is getting menuphouse. But mother got menuphouse at the age of 50 y my sister is facing the problem . Does genetic of mother pays role know for their daughters.

[@AvogelCoUk]

Hi Rekha I am sorry to hear that your sister is worried about an early menopause , it can be hereditary but, as I have mentioned before, there can be lots of different reasons so she really does need to seek medical advice and ask to be referred to a fertility expert.

[@jacquelinemoore7839]

ohhhh i'm going to try that. (note to self don't drink coffee after 12) I stopped drinking Soda water and wow what a difference no gas, no stomach ache.

[@AvogelCoUk]

Great, Jacqueline, let me know how you get on!

[@jacquelinemoore7839]

@@AvogelCoUk No this made no difference to the night sweats. Sage and promensil is what turned hot to cold.

[@lingdelavega7360]

Thanks a lot! By the way! You look gorgeous pretty 😍! More Power

[@marlenerobinson1635]

❤thank.you.for.all.that.you.said

[@matildamaher1505]

Bacon, sausages, processed food I can go without it. Alcohol I drink 4 times a year, but last time I consumed it, I had really bad anxiety next day, so no more Alcohol for me. But Im not giving up basmati rice, curry and Indian sweet. I'll eat in moderation. Does these symptoms go away when you take HRT and when do menopause end so we can start eating normally

[@AvogelCoUk]

Hi Matilda HRT may help but it just depends on the individual and how severe the symptoms are. It is difficult to say when the menopause ends as it is different for everyone. For some, symptoms may stop quite quickly after periods stop but for others symptoms can continue for a long time. Best Wishes Eileen

[@lisaedwards931]

Since I’ve been in the menopause for a few months an jus turned 51 I’ve noticed a big change in my body, but my hot flushes have stopped strangely enough but my joints I wake up often in the night because I’m in so much pain with my joints , I need a new wardrobe as I can’t get my mum jeans done up 😩

[@AvogelCoUk]

Hi Lisa Some women do find that symptoms come and go and different ones appear and joint aches are really common. I have posted a video blog on this and what you can do to help yourself so please do take a look. www.avogel.co.uk/health/menopause/videos/joint-aches-and-pains/

[@foxywhitetip7387]

Nature meant us to be dead by menopause time. Because we are living longer , we need to replace the lost hormones to prevent osteoporosis, heart disease and Alzheimer’s

[@deerheart87]

Be grateful the hideous heat pumps have stopped for a while ❤

[@matildamaher1505]

I get anxious when new symptoms appear.

[@kimberlybars9182]

What I eat salty foods my arteries in my arms start to move around and I'm baffled I don't know what that is and Bone pains My Bones start to everybody too much salty like processed food and muscle start to move what is that I'm confused

[@AvogelCoUk]

Hi Kimberly High salt foods can quickly cause dehydration and that can affect your circulation and dehydration can cause inflammation in the joints so may be a factor in your joint pains. Maybe make sure that you are drinking plenty of plain water and see if that helps. Best Wishes Eileen

[@janetfreidel2476]

Refined carbs, sweets are worst for me.

[@savitaoliveira7829]

Hi madam Pl tell me if I have to avoid all these foods n drinks even in post menopause.

[@AvogelCoUk]

Hi Sativa These foods are best avoided all the time, if possible. Best Wishes Eileen

[@privacyconcerns1077]

could you please trun off captions showing by default, i have sensey and neurilogical issue and i hav to go in and manually turn off captions every time i watch one of your videos, thankyouo

[@AvogelCoUk]

I am very sorry to hear that our subtitles are affecting you in this way. Unfortunately, it is our policy to always have our subtitles turned on by default because not everyone can hear audio, and many people don’t or can’t turn on audio to watch videos, amongst other reasons. We used to embed the subtitles into our videos so they always showed but changed this to allow them to be turned off, for those who don’t want or like them to be able to watch without them. Best Wishes Eileen

[@terrijohnston8803]

I’m wondering if I can eat flavored yogurt

[@AvogelCoUk]

Hi Terri Most ready made flavoured yogurts contain sugar or artificial sweeteners or flavourings which are not good for you but you can make your own. Just get a plain, organic yogurt then you can add natural flavourings such as fruits, berries, nuts or seeds or even some cocoa powder for a chocolate taste. Best Wishes Eileen

[@SPOKENWORDZ1970]

Is sea salt good for menopause or is it bad for menopause

[@AvogelCoUk]

Hi Neo We do need a certain amount of salt in our diet, especially if you get regular sweats. Sea salt is much healthier than table salt so I would always recommend this kind but in moderation, of course! Best Wishes Eileen

[@JesusTheMightyGodMinistries]

I like you. God bless you.

[@AvogelCoUk]

So nice of you, thank you.

[@traceystewart6232]

I’m not doing to bad. Don’t have dairy, no fizzy drinks, no process food….do have salty foods for my blood pressure is low and dark choc.

[@AvogelCoUk]

Great to hear Tracey! Best Wishes Eileen

[@susangoddard9257]

Is organic soya milk bad? I read so much conflicting information

[@AvogelCoUk]

Hi Susan I don't recommend it as it is very processed (just Google to see how soya milk is made!). Other non dairy milks such as almond or oat milk are slightly less processed so I tend to recommend these if organic dairy is not suitable. Best Wishes Eileen

[@m.g3347]

Basically as we get aged our looks goes 1st, then all the tasty foods have to leave. Less salt, no sugar, no spicy food, no coffee or tea, not even milk is good. Not cold drink, no alcohol, not even white bread and white rice. Thanks for your valuable information. I will try let's see.

[@AvogelCoUk]

Hi M.G You're welcome, just remember you can have the odd treat, life is too short to deny yourself everything! Be aware, though, that if you do have something 'naughty', to monitor your symptoms afterwards to see if it makes them worse. If not, then you know that you can have that now and again. Best Wishes Eileen

[@dorothygale5032]

Is there anything left to enjoy or look forward to? Everything I read about this time in a woman's life is so depressing 😞 stop this, stop that, feel crap for years and find your own help coz gps are usually rubbish and private costs too much. Great.

[@irenedasilva4693]

Is methi seed is good during menopause

[@AvogelCoUk]

Hi Irene We call this fenugreek and there are a lot of known benefits so if you find it helpful there is no reason why you can't add it to your diet. Best Wishes Eileen

[@bobblebec12]

Water helps 👍

[@AvogelCoUk]

Absolutely, the best drink for the menopause! :)

[@janetfreidel2476]

Just water for me.😁

[@sharlenebozeman8994]

Do you ship to the US?

[@AvogelCoUk]

Sorry, no, Sharlene, what are you looking for and I may be able to suggest something similar that you can get locally? Best Wishes Eileen

[@sharlenebozeman8994]

@@AvogelCoUk was looking at your electrolytes drink.

[@ilvaliva561]

Hi. I`m that rare person, who can eat up to 10 Medjol dates at once. But these are much better than sugar, of course. 😋

[@AvogelCoUk]

That's true!

[@liajohnson4841]

Is decaf coffee fine?

[@AvogelCoUk]

I tend not to recommend it unless you can get a water extraction brand. To decaf coffee, a chemical extraction process is used and this may leave some of the chemicals in the coffee! Best Wishes Eileen

[@mariacolburn3300]

Your Bmi ? Equal to Hot flashes ?

[@AvogelCoUk]

I've not seen a specific connection Maria but being overweight could put extra pressure on the body making symptoms worse. Best Wishes Eileen

[@sangeetasrivastav4704]

7.alcohol

[@mariacolburn3300]

I'm going on a keto diet is it okay during menopause?

[@AvogelCoUk]

Hi Maria I tend not to recommend it as it can be rather restrictive, however, if you wish to try it just monitor how you feel. If your energy levels go down, you feel bad, symptoms get worse or you get new ones then it is advisable to stop. I usually recommend a general low carb diet with plenty of protein, healthy fats and veg but with leeway for other foods if needed.

[@mariacolburn3300]

@@AvogelCoUk thank you so much for answering my questions

[@foxywhitetip7387]

It’s a fad which promotes heavy animal protein that clogs arteries and harms the environment not to mention. Promotes animal abuse

[@traceystewart6232]

I have chicory instead of coffee.

[@AvogelCoUk]

Fantastic!

[@kalebremillard7720]

👍

[@katiavera2086]

Does it ever end?

[@AvogelCoUk]

Most women do find that symptoms ease over time but if you still have symptoms or they are getting worse after 5 years or more, it is wise to see your doctor. Other health issues can often prolong menopause symptoms or cause ones that are identical so a general health check may be advisable Best Wishes Eileen

[@katiavera2086]

@@AvogelCoUk Thank you for your answer!

[@marlenerobinson1635]

Thank..ýóu.for.your.expĺane.havé..góod.night

[@AvogelCoUk]

You're welcome Marlene! Best Wishes Eileen

[@kimethamiller9397]

I drink organic coffee I didn’t have any issues

[@AvogelCoUk]

Great to hear Kimetha!

[@foxywhitetip7387]

Do you have medical credentials ?

[@AvogelCoUk]

Hi I have worked for A Vogel for 23 years as a product and health adviser and the last 6 years researching the menopause and working with menopausal women who come to us for advice and help. I also present menopause workshops to organisations such as local councils and businesses and post the weekly video blog on KZbin. Plus, I have experienced the menopause myself! Best Wishes Eileen

[@foxywhitetip7387]

A.Vogel UK so you’re Not a medical professional * why not present all options to some of these miserable women ? Has any of your research led you to HRT by any chance ? I’m sad to hear how may of these women are suffering

[@foxywhitetip7387]

A.Vogel UK every woman experience the menopause and its FOR the rest of her life !

[@kalebremillard7720]

👍☀️🙏

[@suzieg9076]

Just stop eating

[@MrChiptatum]

Might as well not live if u can’t eat most things

[@AvogelCoUk]

There are many other amazing foods for women if they find these things make their menopause worse. Many women feel so much better when focusing on healthier foods and removing the ones that make their symptoms worse.