The Menopause Dietitians - Ina Benkova RD

01/16/2026

Motivation struggles in perimenopause aren’t a character flaw, they’re a signal.

Hormonal shifts, sleep changes, and increased stress sensitivity change how motivation works in midlife. Trying harder isn’t the answer — support is.

If you’re ready to stop blaming yourself and start working with your body:
✨ Join the Menopause Relief Program or book a free 20-minute Menopause Strategy Call with us today! 🥰

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01/12/2026

January is Alzheimer’s Awareness Month in Canada, and it’s an important time to talk about memory changes without fear.

Many women experience brain fog, forgetfulness, and reduced focus during perimenopause and menopause due to hormonal shifts, sleep disruption, stress, and metabolic changes.
That does not automatically mean dementia.

Understanding what’s normal and what deserves further evaluation is empowering.

If memory changes are affecting your confidence or quality of life, support matters.
✨ Join the Menopause Relief Program or book a free 20-minute Menopause Strategy Call with us today! 🥰

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12/29/2025

Before the year ends, we wanted to pause.

This year, we heard the same things over and over from women in perimenopause and menopause:
“I’m doing everything right, but my body feels different.”
“I’m exhausted.”
“I don’t feel like myself anymore.”

If that sounds familiar, this matters…you weren’t failing, your body was changing.

Perimenopause and menopause affect energy, weight, mood, sleep, and how your body responds to food and stress. Trying harder wasn’t the answer. Understanding what was happening was.

As we step into January, we’re carrying this forward:
✅less pressure, more clarity
✅less restriction, more support
✅care that works with your hormones, not against them

If you’re looking for support that finally feels right, comment CALL and we’ll help you get started with our Menopause Relief Program.

You don’t have to navigate this alone. 😊

12/22/2025

If holiday eating feels harder in perimenopause or menopause, it’s not because you “lost discipline” — it’s because your hormones, metabolism, and stress response have officially entered their don’t-mess-with-me era.

The problem isn’t the shortbread.
It’s the misinformation.

So let’s clear this up:
✨ You don’t need to “save calories” for a party.
✨ Skipping meals will not help with weight gain, it spikes cortisol and cravings.
✨ Carbs are not plotting against you.
✨ And you definitely don’t need to “burn off” holiday food like it’s a moral crime.

During midlife, your body needs stability, protein, balanced blood sugar, and nervous system support, not restriction and guilt wrapped in tinsel.

The real holiday glow-up?
Feeling energized, calm, and actually enjoying your food without the stress spiral.

If you want support navigating midlife weight changes, cravings, blood sugar balance, or holiday eating without guilt, I’d love to help.
✨ Book a free 20-minute call or join the Menopause Relief Program.

Save this for the next time someone suggests you “just eat less.” Your hormones deserve better. 😉

12/10/2025

Holidays don’t have to derail your energy or cravings, and you don’t need a full nutrition overhaul to feel better.
Most women in perimenopause and menopause simply need more protein to stay full, stabilize blood sugars, and support muscle health.

These three swaps are cozy, simple, and don’t change the flavours you love.
They just make your holiday plate work with your hormones rather than against them.

If you want more ideas like this or personalized support balancing cravings, energy, and weight changes, you can always book a free 20-minute call. Comment “CALL” and let’s make this holiday season feel easier in your body. 🤍

12/01/2025