In this episode of Empower Your Menopause, we tackle one of the biggest nutrition challenges we see in women over 40: not understanding that protein matters, but knowing how to eat enough of it consistently in real life.

We call it the Protein Gap — the gap between knowing what you should do and actually doing it. We explore why protein becomes more important as we age, how it supports muscle, metabolism, energy, recovery, healthy ageing, and appetite regulation, and why so many women unintentionally under-eat it despite trying their best to make healthy choices. We also discuss the link between protein, cravings, afternoon energy crashes, strength training, and long-term independence, along with practical ways to increase your intake without tracking every gram or turning your life upside down.

If you've ever found yourself thinking, "I know I should eat more protein, but I don't know how," this episode is for you.

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