Wondering what you should eat during perimenopause? In this episode, menopause specialist Dr. Taniqua Miller sits down with registered dietitian Jessica Jones, MS, RDN, to break down what actually matters when it comes to midlife nutrition, blood sugar, protein, weight changes, and sustainable healthy eating.

Nutrition advice during perimenopause and menopause can feel overwhelming. Eat more protein. Cut carbs. Try intermittent fasting. Count your macros. Buy the supplements.

But what if the healthiest approach isn't about doing more—it's about doing what actually works for your body?

In this episode of Midlife Revival, Dr. Taniqua Miller is joined by registered dietitian and Diabetes Digital co-founder Jessica Jones, MS, RDN, for a refreshing conversation about nutrition during midlife. Together, they explore how hormone changes affect metabolism, why restrictive diets often backfire, and how women can build a healthier relationship with food without guilt or perfectionism.

Whether you're navigating weight changes, prediabetes, insulin resistance, or simply wondering what you should be eating during perimenopause, this episode offers practical, compassionate guidance grounded in science—and real life.

In this episode, you'll learn:

Why nutrition needs change during perimenopause and menopause
The connection between hormones, metabolism, and blood sugar
Why protein and fiber matter—and how to incorporate them without obsessing over numbers
How meal timing can support energy, mood, and metabolic health
The truth about intermittent fasting for women in midlife
How to move away from restrictive dieting and build a healthier relationship with food
Simple nutrition habits that are realistic, sustainable, and empowering

Key Takeaways

✨ Food is fuel and pleasure—not a moral test.

✨ Small, consistent habits are more powerful than perfection.

✨ Your body isn't broken. It's adapting—and it deserves nourishment, not punishment.

Resources Mentioned

Diabetes Digital
Body Kindness by Rebecca Scritchfield

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