The New Menopause Kitchen: Targeted Nutrition to Help Fight Symptoms, Lose Weight, and Thrive in Perimenopause, Menopause, and Beyond

Take control of your menopause journey with #1 New York Times bestselling author Dr. Ian K. Smith’s empowering nutrition and lifestyle advice and 50+ energizing recipes from Rachael Ray

Your body no longer responds the way it used to. Energy is fleeting. Your favorite foods cause weight gain and bloating. And no matter what you do, you can’t kick the sleepless nights, hot flashes, joint pain, or mood changes making you miserable. But you can take control of your health—you just need a new approach for this chapter of your life.

Drawing on the latest research on perimenopause, menopause, and beyond, Ian K. Smith, MD, shares science-backed nutritional guidance, along with a supportive exercise plan, to tame symptoms, preserve muscle mass and bone density, boost energy, and manage weight.

With The New Menopause Kitchen , you’ll be prepared to navigate menopause with:
More than 55 power nutrient–packed recipes from award-winning chef and TV host Rachael Ray —including Gumbo Z’herbes, Chicken in Salsa Verde, Lentil Bolognese, and Thai Red Curry with Shrimp—designed to be adaptable for busy schedules and all dietary preferences such as gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian, and vegan A detailed 10-week meal plan , with a focus on alleviating symptoms like hot flashes, weight gain, and mood changes through anti-inflammatory and nutrient-dense foods 75 simple snacks to support your changing nutritional needs during menopause, plus the treatments, therapies, and lifestyle interventions proven to make a difference A 30-day exercise plan to keep your muscles, bones, and heart strong as you age, along with QR codes to guided workout videos A deeper understanding of the physiological and psychological changes that come with age
While menopause is inevitable, suffering through its symptoms isn’t. With the right nutrition, you can stay vital, strong, and clear-headed, even as estrogen dips and the rules for long-lasting health, metabolism, and energy change.

A comprehensive guide for menopause-smart living, The New Menopause Kitchen empowers you to work with your body—not against it—to cut through the chaos of midlife with confidence and reconnect with a stronger, more vibrant you.