When you hit menopause, it’s important to make sure you’re getting enough calcium in your diet. Join expert Cheryl Forberg, RD, author of the book Positively Ageless (Rodale Inc., April 2008), for this 1-minute video. In Foods for Youth: Amp Up Your Calcium, learn how to select foods rich in calcium. Follow along with Cheryl and see which foods are packed with the calcium you need to maintain the health of your bones. Lean dairy foods such as low-fat cheese, yogurt, and milk give you a delicious and easy source of calcium. During menopause, it’s also important to minimize hormonal hot flashes with foods that contain soy protein. Try tofu and edamame for quick and easy way to get the benefits of soy. Remember to talk to your doctor before supplementing your diet with soy protein if you have breast cancer or are concerned about it. Keep your bones strong with the right diet and stay healthy through menopause. Watch this and the entire Foods for Youth video series for great tips from Cheryl.
