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Coping With Menopause Naturally
Alternatives to HRT
by Monique N. Gilbert, B.Sc.
 Ever since the NIH stopped its major study on the
risks and benefits of HRT, many women have begun to look for safe and effective natural
alternatives to treat their menopausal symptoms. In this article from Certified Personal
Trainer/Fitness Counselor Monique Gilbert, she tells us how exercise and the using natural
estrogens in the form of soy can lead to better health. Included is a recipe for
"Golden Tofu Strips" which is a tasty way to serve tofu.
Old Fashioned Oatmeal
This recipe, along with hundreds more can be found in
Molly Siple's book "Recipe for Change Gourmet: Wholefood Cooking for
Health and Vitality at Menopause." Ms. Siple and her partner Lissa
DeAngelis, both nutritionists, created a cookbook specifically for the needs of the
perimenopausal and menopausal woman. The ingredients in these recipes work to control such
symptoms as hot flashes and enhance good health and well being.
Eat Your Way to Better Health
by Monique N.
Gilbert, B.Sc.
 Making the right dietary choices
can have a profound impact on our health and longevity. As a society, we have the largest
assortments of foods in the world, both good and bad. However, this availability can tempt
us to eat unhealthy foods. Fortunately, overcoming these temptations is easier than you
think. A few simple changes in your diet can make the difference between being healthy and
unhealthy. So, you may ask, what kind of diet do researchers recommend for promoting and
maintaining good health?
Red Clover
Red clover, a member of the legume family, is
rich in phytoestrogens compounds that function like estrogen in the body) , plant
estrogens, and is one of the few plants that contain all 4 types of isoflavones. Red
clover, because it's so high in phytoestrogens, can help balance fluctuating estrogen
levels- boosting them when low and blocking stronger estrogens when they're higher.
Vegan Lasagna
 This is a great recipe that was sent
in to us by long time friend, Martha Wisniewski. It is a lively mix of onion, garlic,
basil parsley, and organo spiced with red pepper. It uses tofu
which is a great source of low fat protein and may be very important for women who symptoms of menopause
or perimenopause as well as those interested in losing weight.
Veggie Pizza Squares & Dip
This week's Recipe of the Week features a
delicious appetizer, Veggie
Pizza Squares and a great vegetable
dip. Veggie Squares are great for cocktail and holiday parties. We received both of these
terrific recipes from one of our online cooking club members, "Sunny Mail" It's
easy to prepare for any holiday gathering.
The
Menopause Cookbook:
How to Eat Now and for the Rest of Your Life
by Hope Ricciotti, Vincent Connelly, Carol B. Ricciotti
also see
FitAndTrim Support Group
  
Susan Love, M.D., author of Susan Love's
Hormone Book and Dr. Susan Love's Breast Book says:
This is a wonderful guide to cooking with phytoestrogens. Although the book is titled The
Menopause Cookbook, the whole family will enjoy these recipes which answer the
oft-repeated question: How do you cook with tofu and flaxseed?
Meet the Author
Larrian Gillespie, MD
"The Menopause Diet"
FREE
recipe
 & FREE book excerpt, "Female, Fat, and Forty
hosted by Sue Spataro, RN, BSN
Millions of women in perimenopause and menopause ask themselves in frustration,
"Why am I gaining weight when I'm still eating the same amounts of food and continue
my exercise program?" Her books work hand in hand for any woman in her forties who is
trying to lose weight and feel great. Dr. Gillespie recipe's are delicious and easy
to prepare. Her book The Menopause Diet is excellent and educates us to how our body
actually works against us during perimenopause/menopause. Find out more.
Meet the author
Marie Oser
"Soy of Cooking"
Interview & FREE recipes
 
Marie is a freelance food writer who contributes to gourmet
vegetarian and environmental publications. In her book, she defines 30 new and traditional
soyfoods, most of which can be found in supermarkets and health food stores around the
country. It also includes a guide to useful cooking techniques, tips on using spices, and
soyfood exchange information. In this interview, Marie discusses the anti-cancer benefits
of soy and suggestions for how much do you actually need. She also explores the beneficial
properties of soy for diabetics and where you can find the newer and tastier soy products.
Classic French Omelette
This week's Recipe of the Week is brought to us by Dr.
Larrian Gillespie the author of The Goddess Diet. Dr. Gillespie, in addition to learning
how to cook from the very best chefs, has developed a successful weight loss and
maintenance program for all women. Her Classic French Omelette is a terrific dish for
breakfast, lunch, or dinner. She says, "The first thing I was taught at cooking
school in France was how to make an omelette. I've adapted this recipe to
include soy and my favorite herb de Provence."
Chocolate Soy Brownies
 This weeks' Dessert of the Week is brought to us by Patricia Greenberg author of the
nationally popular book The
Whole Soy Cookbook. Now that medical research has confirmed
that soy really can lower your cholesterol, slow bone loss, fight heart disease and
cancer, and even moderate the symptoms of menopause, this is one of 175 delicious ways to
incorporate soy products into your diet. Patricia has created this delicious brownie which
will be loved by your entire family!

Introduction
to Soy
Soy is the most exciting and talked about food
of our generation. Soy is a popular, inexpensive, protein derived totally from a
plant source; the soybean. Find out more.
- Can I learn
to Love Soy?
what is the active ingredient that makes soy
work?
- Recipe-of-the-Week
a weekly favorite recipe that you can try out
for yourself
- Osteoporosis
info about this important problem
Soy Recipes
Tofu Pumpkin Pie
This is a pumpkin pie recipe from our good
friend Martha Wisniewski who tells you how to make a pie out of tofu.
Whole Grain Muffins
& Sunflower & FlaxSeeds
Old-fashioned
Oatmeal
 Raisin Cookies
Chicken
Chicken Paprika &
Yogurt
Braised Chick &
Vegetables
Soups
Tofu Ginger Soup
Salads
Marinated Tofu, Cucumber & Radish Salad
Desserts
Tofu Pudding
Lemon Tofu
Cheesecake
Jam Dot
Cookies (Tofu)
Tofu Almond Dip
Vegetarian Meals
Black Beans
Tofu Nuggets
Fried Rice with
Tofu
Soybean Sukiyaki
BBQ tofu
Sauteed Tofu &
Veggies
Stir-fried
Asparagus, Tofu
 & Red Pepper
Sesame Tofu
Soy Kitchen
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For the 40 million American women who will reach the age of 50 by the year 2000,
award-winning cookbook author Cathy Luchetti provides delicious recipes for health and
well-being during menopause featuring wholesome ingredients such as fresh herbs, root
vegetables, nuts, and fish, inspired by a variety of delectable ethnic flavors and
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