Menopause is often discussed as an inevitable season of decline, marked by hot flashes, sleep disturbances, and unexplained weight gain. However, looking through the lens of evolutionary biology and reproductive endocrinology, this transition can be managed—and even mastered—through high-density, animal-based nutrition. Transitioning to a carnivore diet offers a powerful biological reset for women navigating the hormonal shifts of midlife.
The drop in estrogen during menopause often leads to increased insulin resistance. When the body becomes less efficient at processing carbohydrates, the resulting "insulin spikes" can exacerbate menopausal symptoms.
By eliminating plant-based sugars and starches, the carnivore diet keeps insulin levels low and stable. This metabolic shift may support a balanced inflammatory response, which plays a role in overall menopausal wellness. When insulin is quiet, the body can better manage the remaining output of the adrenal glands, which take over some hormone production during this stage.
It is a common misconception that dietary fat and cholesterol should be avoided. In reality, cholesterol is the fundamental "building block" for all steroid hormones.
During menopause, the ovaries decrease their production of estrogen and progesterone. To support the body during this shift, providing ample raw materials is essential. Animal fats—found in ribeye steaks, egg yolks, and butter—provide the saturated fat and cholesterol necessary for the adrenal glands and peripheral tissues to synthesize the hormones that maintain bone density, skin elasticity, and cognitive function.
The decline in estrogen is closely linked to an increase in pro-inflammatory cytokines, a process sometimes called "inflammaging." This inflammation can lead to the joint pain and "brain fog" many women report.
The brain is nearly 60% fat. By fueling with long-chain fatty acids and avoiding the "glucose roller coaster," many women find that menopausal mood swings and cognitive fog dissipate. The high protein content of an animal-based diet also triggers the release of satiety hormones like peptide YY, naturally addressing the "menopause belly" by regulating appetite without the need for restrictive calorie counting.
Menopause does not have to be a period of suffering. By returning to a nutrient-dense, animal-based way of eating, the body is provided with the precise tools it needs to navigate hormonal changes with grace and vitality. It is about removing the biological noise of modern processed foods and allowing the body’s innate wisdom to take over.
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