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What is a good diet for menopause?

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General suggestion:: Eat more fruits and vegetables, more beans, more soy products like tofu, add flaxseed, and calcium-rich food.

Dr Brown and another doctor agreed

Answered 7/5/2012

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Dr. Francine Yep answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Good for everyone: Eat fruits and veggies. Whole grains instead of white flour, white rice. Limit caffeine, alcohol. Drink 8-10 glasses of water. Eat 2 tablespoons of ground flaxseed every day. Good luck.

Dr Ferdowsi and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 10/4/2016

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