During this episode, host Heather L. Maurer, MA, CAE, sits down with Jenna Braddock, MSH, RDN, CSSD, ACSM-CPT, to discuss the role of protein in women’s diets and why it matters at every life stage. Together, they investigate soy protein and its health benefits for women during the perimenopause and menopause phases of their lives, specifically impacting hormones and long-term health outcomes.

This episode is sponsored by Soy Connection by U.S. Soy.

Show Notes:

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Jenna Braddock, MSH, RDN, CSSD, ACSM-CPT

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References:

Nutrition Guidebook (approved CA6106 05292025_NPPA_NutritionGuidebook)

“Protein and Amino Acid Requirements During Pregnancy”

“Adequacy and Sources of Protein Intake among Pregnant Women in the United States, NHANES 2003–2012”

“The Evolutionary Origin and Significance of Menopause”

“The Importance of Nutrition in Menopause and Perimenopause—A Review”

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