<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Dietitian For Women | Navigating perimenopause, menopause and beyond with the right nutrition]]></title><description><![CDATA[At Dietitian For Women, we provide personalised, evidence-based nutrition advice tailored specifically for women in the perimenopause life stage.]]></description><link>https://www.dietitianforwomen.com.au/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 07:05:56 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.dietitianforwomen.com.au/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Afternoon cravings? Try these protein and fibre rich Granola cookies]]></title><description><![CDATA[Recipe Preheat fan forced oven 160 degrees Lined two baking trays with baking paper Ingredients 1 cup granola 1 cup oats 90g raw mixed nuts chopped 1/2 cup puffed quinoa 1/2 wholemeal self raising flour 1/3 cup shredded coconut 1/3 cup brown sugar 1/4 cup dark choc chips 3 tbls mixed seeds 1 whisked egg 100g melted plant sterol butter Method Mix all ingredients together, use tablespoon and roll in to approximately 12 balls, place on to baking tray and flatten slightly with back of spoon. Cook...]]></description><link>https://www.dietitianforwomen.com.au/post/afternoon-cravings-try-these-protein-and-fibre-rich-granola-cookies</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a386ca2bfacb36e35463351</guid><pubDate>Sun, 21 Jun 2026 23:08:41 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/99c313_550302fef165412c93c2f1c190530bbb~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>sdsmith7</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Fibre Matters In Perimenopause]]></title><description><![CDATA[During perimenopause, hormonal changes, specifically declining oestrogen levels, can slow gut motility, this refers to the muscle contractions that move food from the oesophagus to the rectum. As gut motility decreases, digestion becomes slower, potentially leading to gastrointestinal symptoms like bloating, and constipation. For some women, menopause is also associated with elevated LDL cholesterol levels(commonly known as 'bad' cholesterol), as well as insulin resistance. These biomarkers...]]></description><link>https://www.dietitianforwomen.com.au/post/why-fibre-matters-in-perimenopause</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a161a4ace062e4a09f1cc51</guid><pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2026 23:14:38 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8a28c6cccebe4df5a522ae929108b65b.jpg/v1/fit/w_800,h_800,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>sdsmith7</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Perimenopause/menopause, what's happening to your body?]]></title><description><![CDATA[What is menopause? Menopause marks the phase in a woman's life when she has gone 12 months without a period, and her ovaries have stopped producing eggs. While the average age for this transition is between 48 and 52 years, it varies for each individual. Some women may encounter early menopause before turning 40, while others may experience late menopause around the age of 60. The phase before menopause is known as perimenopause. During this period, hormonal changes can lead to various...]]></description><link>https://www.dietitianforwomen.com.au/post/perimenopause-menopause-what-s-happening-to-your-body</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a16652db22ef328630eb712</guid><pubDate>Sat, 13 Jun 2026 04:28:25 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_c882dc061aa84f7a9d5bed4ef17bd587~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>sdsmith7</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gut loving bean salad]]></title><description><![CDATA[This salad is perfect as a base salad for the week ahead, kept in a sealed container and optional extras can be added each day. Providing nourishing fibre for your gut and protein for your muscles, as well as phytoestrogens, antioxidants, vitamins and minerals to support you throughout this transitional stage of life, this salad can be eaten on it's own or added to your plate. **Important to note, if you are sensitive to legumes or have been eating a low fibre diet, this salad should be added...]]></description><link>https://www.dietitianforwomen.com.au/post/gut-loving-bean-salad</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a14e248183a32d20e3212d2</guid><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 00:20:59 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/99c313_0205556fb22e418e9fb0c6d877baf6af~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>sdsmith7</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>