Menopause Awareness Month 2026 : Nourish Through Menopause – 21st October 2026

What we eat can play an important role in how we feel, function and thrive through perimenopause and menopause. But with so much conflicting information out there, how do we separate nutritional science from the noise?

For World Menopause Awareness Month 2026 join Women in the Food Industry at the University of Greenwich – recognised as the first university in England to achieve Menopause Friendly Employer accreditation – for an engaging, interactive afternoon exploring the role of nutrition in menopause and perimenopause, bringing together leading nutritional experts, women’s health advocates and innovative food and drink brands.

Whether you’re navigating menopause yourself, supporting others, working in nutrition and wellbeing, or developing products for the women’s health market, this event offers an opportunity to learn, share experiences and make valuable connections.

Join our panel of leading experts for an open, engaging conversation about the relationship between nutrition, hormones, mood and wellbeing during perimenopause and menopause.

Our panel brings together a wealth of experience from clinical nutrition, nutritional education, food innovation and academia including:

• Christine Bailey MSc, BSc (Nutrition), PgDip IOPN – Award-winning Registered Nutritionist, author of The Personalised Nutrition Guide to Menopause, breathwork practitioner and Head of Nutrition Science & Education at Metagenics UK & Ireland.
• Nicola Moore – Highly respected nutritional therapist, educator and Fellow of the Institute for Optimum Nutrition, with over 20 years’ experience in nutrition, mental wellbeing and behaviour change.
• Lynette Lisk – Project Manager at the University of Greenwich, leading the Generator’s #GreHacks Knowledge Exchange Project, with a passion for education, enterprise, empowerment and strategic partnerships.

1:15pm – 2pm Panel Discussion

Moderated by Mex Ibrahim, Co-Founder of Women in the Food Industry, our fishbowl-style discussion will encourage audience participation, questions and the sharing of perspectives, creating an opportunity to explore the topics that matter most to you.

From mood, energy and gut health to eating behaviours, changing nutritional needs and the future of women’s wellness, expect practical insights and thought-provoking conversations.

Why Attend

• Learn from the experts: Gain insights from experienced nutritional professionals and specialists in women’s health.
• Get involved: Take part in an interactive discussion and ask the questions that matter to you.
• Discover innovation: Explore and sample food and drink products focused on women’s wellness.
• Make connections: Network with nutritionists, food entrepreneurs, wellness professionals and others passionate about improving women’s health.
• Feel empowered: Take away practical ideas and a better understanding of how nutrition can support wellbeing through menopause.

2pm–3pm | Networking, Product Showcase & Tasting

Discover a selection of innovative food and drink producers developing products for perimenopause, menopause and women’s wellness.

Explore new products, enjoy samples, meet the people behind the brands and find out more about the ideas and innovation shaping the future of women’s nutrition. Products include:

O’Seedy – nutrient-dense seeds, seasonings, and blends that are simple everyday rituals : from sprinkling more seeds over meals to exploring seed cycling… making healthy eating easier, tastier and more joyful.

This is also your chance to continue conversations with our panel, meet like-minded people and build valuable connections across the food, nutrition and wellness industries.

Whether you’re looking for practical advice, professional inspiration, new business connections or simply a welcoming space to explore the subject, we’d love you to join us.

Come curious, leave inspired, and connect over the power of nutrition.

Book your Nourish Through Menopause ticket today and be part of the conversation. (UNIVERSITY OF GREENWICH STUDENTS CAN APPLY FOR A FREE TICKET).