Melissa Beston- Mindful Nutrition

Melissa Beston- Mindful Nutrition Melissa Beston is a Clinical Nutritionist (BSc. MSACN) who works to improve overall health Melissa is a certified Clinical Nutritionist (BSc. No diets.

MSACN) and author of the Mindful Cleanse, a detox program designed to rid your body of toxins, while teaching you how to attain a clean and healthy diet. Melissa is passionate about teaching people how to eat REAL food in a way that is proven to prevent disease and improve your overall health. Despite the vast amount of information available on the internet and in books grocery shopping and eatin

g the right foods can be quite a task. Melissa will help you understand the concepts of healthy eating, which food products are good, which are bad, and she will help you balance your diet on an individual basis depending on your needs. Unlike many nutritionists and dietitians around, Melissa will never teach you to count calories, but rather, she will help you form a healthy relationship with food. Just clean eating! Melissa also provides healthy lunches for those who are interested, Monday-Friday. Please call Melissa at 272-8475 for more information.

05/06/2026

Your hormones don’t need a prescription — they need the right food on your plate. 🍽️

Every single meal you just saw was built with one goal in mind — to support your hormones through perimenopause and beyond.

Here’s what’s on the menu and WHY:

🧡 Pawpaw Chia Pudding
Vitamin C in pawpaw fuels progesterone production and supports your adrenals. Chia seeds deliver lignans that help your body metabolise estrogen properly.

🥗 Hormone Strong Salad
Walnuts bring the omega-3s your body needs for hormone production. The probiotics in tzatziki support your gut — and a healthy gut is essential for hormone balance.

🥦 Cauliflower Rice Bowl
Cruciferous vegetables like cauliflower, kale and arugula help your liver clear excess estrogen. Chicken protein stabilises blood sugar, keeping cortisol in check and protecting your progesterone.

This isn’t diet food.
This is intentional, hormone-supportive eating — and it’s delicious. 😍

Inside Hormone Strong 40+ this is exactly how we eat. No guessing. No restriction. Just real food working for your body.

Are you ready to feel the difference?
Link in bio to learn more

03/06/2026

No crash. No cravings. No guessing.

Just a box full of food that actually works for your body — not against it.

✅ Lean protein to stabilise blood sugar
✅ Lentils for fibre + plant-based iron
✅ Spinach for magnesium (your stress mineral)
✅ Eddoes for slow-release energy
✅ Plantain because balance includes joy 🫶🏽

This is what a Mindful Nutrition meal looks like — local, nourishing, and built with your hormones in mind.

Ready to eat better without the stress of figuring it out? Drop a 🥦 below or tap the link in bio to order.

01/06/2026

🌿 A balanced plate with benefits beyond just macros. 🌿

Today’s bowl is packed with:
✨ Lean grilled protein to support muscle repair and satiety
✨ Fiber-rich vegetables to support digestion and gut health
✨ Sweet potato for steady, sustained energy
✨ Beans for additional fiber and blood sugar support
✨ Fresh pineapple, which contains bromelain, a natural digestive enzyme that may help support protein digestion

When we build meals with protein, fiber, and nutrient-dense carbohydrates, we’re supporting more than just our weight goals—we’re supporting our hormones, digestion, energy, and overall well-being.

💛 Every balanced meal is an opportunity to nourish, fuel, and support your health from the inside out.

🍠 Slow-Release Carbohydrates = Steady Energy in Perimenopause ✨Hormonal shifts can make blood sugar feel like a rollerco...
20/05/2026

🍠 Slow-Release Carbohydrates = Steady Energy in Perimenopause ✨
Hormonal shifts can make blood sugar feel like a rollercoaster — but the right carbs can help you feel calmer, more stable, and less hungry between meals.
In Part 5 of our Perimenopause Nutrition Series, we’re focusing on slow-release (low-GI) carbohydrates that support insulin regulation, reduce cravings, and give you all-day energy without the crash.
Best foods to include:
✅ Quinoa – complete protein + slow carbs
✅ Oats – beta-glucan fibre that helps regulate insulin
✅ Chia Seeds – fibre slows sugar absorption
✅ Sweet Potato – low-GI + fibre + beta-carotene
✅ Black Beans – protein + resistant starch
✅ Root Vegetables – complex carbs, minerals & fibre
Your body is giving you clear signals right now — it needs a different kind of nourishment.

Chronic inflammation is often the hidden driver behind bloating, brain fog, mood swings, and other hormonal rollercoaste...
19/05/2026

Chronic inflammation is often the hidden driver behind bloating, brain fog, mood swings, and other hormonal rollercoasters. The good news? Supporting your gut and reducing inflammation can help your body metabolize estrogen properly and feel more balanced.
✨ Top Anti-Inflammatory Foods to Include:

Walnuts – Omega-3s + polyphenols
Extra Virgin Olive Oil – Oleocanthal (nature’s ibuprofen)
Turmeric & Ginger – Powerful duo that fights inflammation + bloating
Kimchi & Kefir – Probiotics to restore healthy gut flora
Pomegranate – One of the strongest antioxidants
Cruciferous Veggies – Broccoli, cauliflower, kale etc. (support estrogen balance)

Your body is asking for a different kind of nourishment.
Which of these are you already eating ?
Part 4 of 5 / menopause Series
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🦴 Your bones are changing after 40 — here’s how to fight back.Declining oestrogen doesn’t just affect your mood and ener...
18/05/2026

🦴 Your bones are changing after 40 — here’s how to fight back.
Declining oestrogen doesn’t just affect your mood and energy. It quietly speeds up bone loss too. The good news? What you eat makes a real difference.
These 6 foods are calcium and vitamin D powerhouses that belong in your weekly rotation:
🥦 Broccoli — calcium + vitamin K for bone density
🥬 Kale — highly absorbable calcium + vitamin K
🧀 Feta Cheese — calcium-rich with less lactose
🟤 Almonds — calcium + magnesium + vitamin E
🫙 Tahini — sesame paste packed with calcium + healthy fats
🥬 Bok Choy — one of the best plant-based calcium sources
This is part of my Perimenopause Nutrition Series — because your nutrition strategy needs to evolve with your hormones, not against them.

💪 Muscle loss starts at 40. But it doesn’t have to.From perimenopause onwards, your body needs MORE protein — not less. ...
17/05/2026

💪 Muscle loss starts at 40. But it doesn’t have to.
From perimenopause onwards, your body needs MORE protein — not less. Hitting 100g+ daily helps you preserve lean muscle, stabilise blood sugar, and stay energised through the hormonal shifts.
Here are the 6 high-quality sources I recommend most:
🐟 Salmon — complete protein + anti-inflammatory omega-3s
🍗 Chicken Breast — lean, versatile, and endlessly easy
🥚 Eggs — choline for brain health + quick protein
🫘 Lentils — plant-based protein with fibre + iron
🥩 Lean Steak — highest protein per serving + iron + zinc
🫙 Greek Yoghurt — protein + probiotics for gut health
This is Part 2 of my Perimenopause Nutrition Series — save this post and come back to it when you’re meal planning this week. 📌

🌿 Your hormones are shifting — your plate can help.During perimenopause, oestrogen starts to fluctuate. But nature gave ...
16/05/2026

🌿 Your hormones are shifting — your plate can help.
During perimenopause, oestrogen starts to fluctuate. But nature gave us a gentle ally: phytoestrogens — plant compounds that mimic oestrogen and can help ease hot flashes, mood swings, and night sweats.
Here are 6 foods to start adding in:
🫛 Edamame — the richest food source of isoflavones
🟤 Flaxseeds — top source of hormone-balancing lignans
🍵 Miso — fermented soy for gut-friendly isoflavones
🌾 Sesame Seeds — lignans + calcium + healthy fats
🥛 Soy Milk — an easy, convenient daily source
🍑 Dried Apricots — gentle plant oestrogen + iron
Small, consistent food choices add up. This is Part 1 of my Perimenopause Nutrition Series — save this post and follow along for the full guide. 💚

12/05/2026

Mindful Nutrition protein snack box. that’s ~90grams of protein in one snack box 👀
no shakes. no bars. just real food 💚

05/05/2026

This Protein Snack Box is built with intention — to support your body with real, balanced nutrition that keeps you satisfied and centred through your day.

• 6oz grilled chicken breast
• 6oz hummus
• ½ cup edamame
• Boiled eggs
• 3oz almond flour crackers

≈ 90g protein

You’re getting a balance of quality protein, fibre, and healthy fats — helping to stabilise blood sugar, support hormones, and keep your energy consistent.

No rushing for snacks an hour later. No feeling depleted.
Just food that truly nourishes.

Prepared fresh for busy days when you still want to eat with care.


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