In this honest and myth-busting episode of Things I Want My Daughters to Know, Jacqueline sits down with Esther Donoff, a nutritional therapist with decades of experience helping women rebuild healthy, sustainable relationships with food. Together, they explore the shifting landscape of nutrition advice — from the low-fat craze of the 80s and 90s to today's obsession with "superfoods" and weight-loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy. Esther shares her grounded, science-based approach to eating that celebrates balance, nourishment, and the individuality of each woman's body. The conversation moves beyond calorie counting and diet labels, diving into what it truly means to eat for health, energy, and longevity — especially during perimenopause and menopause. Esther and Jacqueline also address the cultural pendulum swing from body positivity back to body comparison, exploring how we can support younger generations in cultivating body confidence rooted in self-awareness, not social media ideals. We explore in this episode: How nutrition advice has evolved and why the low-fat diet trend did more harm than good. The crucial role of healthy fats for brain health, hormone balance, and cellular function. Why variety and not restriction is the foundation of a truly healthy diet. The truth about GLP-1 weight-loss medications (like Ozempic): what they can and can't do. The importance of empathy and understanding when discussing body weight and medical treatments. Practical, real-world nutrition tips for busy midlife women — including store cupboard shortcuts and supplement essentials. How to model body acceptance and balance for the next generation. This conversation is a refreshing reminder that nutrition isn't about perfection it's about connection: to your body, your food, and your life. 🎙️ If this episode resonated with you, please subscribe, rate, and review the podcast—it helps more women and practitioners find these conversations. ✨ Resources & Links Mentioned in This Episode: https://www.facebook.com/estherdonoffnutrition https://www.linkedin.com/in/esther-donoff/ www.estherdonoff.com - go to my website for a free e-book ✨ Let's Stay Connected: 📌 Join my Newsletter: https://preview.mailerlite.io/forms/1225699/160641692811134066/share 💜Learn more about my Menopause Informed Training Program: https://www.jacquelinerosehealth.com/mitprogram 🖥️ Website: https://www.jacquelinerosehealth.com/ ▶️ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@jacquelinerosehealth 🛜 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacquelinerose-womenshealth/ 🔅 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theyogaroom120 🗨️ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacquelinerose_womenshealth/

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