Evidence-informed recipes built around the nutrition that matters most in midlife — protein for muscle, fiber and whole foods for blood sugar and the heart, calcium and iron for bones and blood.

Whole-grain toast topped with a chunky mash of edamame, avocado, lemon, and seeds for a 15-minute snack rich in plant protein and healthy fats.

A quick soy-forward stir-fry rich in plant protein and phytoestrogens, with plenty of colorful vegetables and a light sesame-ginger sauce.

A high-protein, high-calcium parfait with Greek yogurt, ground flax, and berries — a cooling, no-cook snack for hot-flash days.