# #11: What to Eat in Perimenopause (Without Restricting Food or Dieting)

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Podcast: [You're Not Crazy! It's Perimenopause with Jenny Smith](https://stenobird.com/podcast/you-re-not-crazy-it-s-perimenopause-with-jenny-smith-7725196)
Published: 2026-05-05T12:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

In this episode, Jenny explores the often-overlooked connection between food, mood, and hormones in perimenopause. She shares how childhood conditioning, relationship with food, and long-held beliefs about food may be shaping the way women eat today. She also introduces her simple Balanced Plate Method and explains how nourishing the body using this method can support more energy, calmer moods, and fewer cravings. If you’ve ever felt confused about what to eat after 40 or stuck in the cycle of restriction and overwhelm, this episode offers a refreshing, practical approach to help you start feeling better in your body. Download the Protein Fix Guide here: https://www.simplifiedlifestylecoaching.com/protein-fix Connect with Jenny here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jennyaz_simple/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SimplifiedLifestyleCoaching TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jennyaz_simple Learn more at https://www.simplifiedlifestylecoaching.com/ Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended to substitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The host is not acting as your medical provider. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical condition or health-related decisions.

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