Protein Important During Menopause

Women falling short of protein needs in menopause

Women who are in menopause aren't meeting their daily protein needs, falling short by 35g.

Protein important during menopause

New analysis from CSIRO has identified a protein gap among women aged 40-55, with survey data showing weight gain is commonly reported by women in this typical menopausal transition age.  According to an online survey of 1303 female CSIRO Total Wellbeing Diet members, almost eight in 10 reported weight gain during this life stage.  CSIRO Research Scientist Dr Gilly Hendrie says the findings highlight that eating less isn’t always the answer to m…