Hot Flushes

Try tofu, soy and linseed.

For phytoestrogens. ‘Foods such as soy, linseed and tofu contain plant oestrogens, which some women say help to reduce flushes over time and may contribute to healthy cholesterol levels after menopause,’ says Kathy, who’s also author of Menopause: The One-Stop Guide (£9.99, Profile). These plant oestrogens are believed to help replace your body’s oestrogen levels, which fall during menopause and cause most symptoms.

And… avoid spicy foods, which can trigger hot flushes.