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PauseAndFlourishMenopause Wellness Reviews & Guidance

Cross-Sectional

Mediterranean Diet Linked to Milder Symptoms and Lower BMI

A cross-sectional study of 702 women demonstrated that higher adherence to the Mediterranean diet is associated with lower BMI, reduced psychological complaints, and better cardiovascular risk awareness. These findings support dietary interventions for promoting early postmenopausal health and symptom management.

Citation

Dumlu Bilgin G, Keküllüoğlu Tan M, Usta Ulutaş P, Kaya Cebioğlu İ, Keleş YN, Kural A, Böcek AC. From hot flashes to harmony: Mediterranean diet, menopausal symptoms, and cardiovascular risk awareness. Nutrition. 2026 May 17;150:113293. doi: 10.1016/j.nut.2026.113293. PMID: 42287755.

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