Eating for Your Hormones Made Easy!


Hi Reader,

When I first started learning how food impacts hormone balance, I thought I had to completely overhaul my kitchen—and my life.

Not so.

Hormone-smart eating doesn’t have to be complicated, I promise.

Some of the most powerful changes I’ve made came from simple shifts:

  • Adding protein to breakfast instead of reaching for a muffin or just coffee
  • Swapping processed snacks for real, whole food alternatives
  • Making sure I get healthy fats like avocado or olive oil with lunch or dinner

These small tweaks help keep blood sugar stable, reduce inflammation (and bloating), and give your body what it needs to support hormone production—not fight against it.

Here’s one of my favorite hormone-friendly lunch ideas:
A big leafy salad with:

  • grilled salmon or lentils
  • 1/4 avocado
  • a drizzle of olive oil and lemon
  • a side of sweet potatoes or quinoa

It’s satisfying, supports my energy and mood, and keeps me feeling steady—not starving. Not to mention super easy & delicious!

If you want more done-for-you recipes like this, I send a new batch each month inside The Perimenopause Club.

Want to learn more? Check it out here: The Perimenopause Club

💜 Leslie

Turning Point Women's Health Transitions, LLC

Offering women navigating perimenopause & menopause practical ways to feel better without extreme diets or frustration. My content is designed to give actionable strategies that support hormonal balance, energy, and metabolism—without the overwhelm. I share simple health tips, easy meal ideas, and realistic ways to move your body so you can feel stronger and more balanced. As well as relatable insights on managing stress, improving sleep, and making small shifts that create big results over time.

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