7. It’s officially time to try soy
Edamame, tofu, soy milk, and tempeh are nutrient-rich options you should take into consideration after 40. “While many women may be concerned with the risk of breast cancer in eating too much soy, there is little evidence to support this is true,” Scritchfield explains.
“These foods are rich in plant estrogens which can help reduce hot flashes.” And they’ve also been shown to minimize the risk of osteoporosis and heart disease. Brissette advises to seek out minimally-processed soy such as edamame and tempeh (made from soybeans and healthy bacteria) rather than soy protein bars or heavily processed soy hot dogs.
