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They make you feel better. On another level, so many traditional comfort foods — soups, stews, omelettes, milk puddings — calm inflammation and nourish us. Chicken soup — Jewish penicillin ...

Menopause symptoms can be worsened by certain foods. Avoid snacks, coffee, fast food, red meat, and spicy foods for relief.