Episode 9: Nosh with Nish: Cutting Through Protein Hype, Creatine & Nutrition Noise
In this episode, Jenn is joined once again by Coven’s Registered Dietitian Nishta Saxena to answer the nutrition questions the Coven keeps asking - from protein overload and creatine hype to whether the latest fitness trends are actually worth your time.
Together, they unpack why nutrition advice feels so overwhelming during perimenopause and menopause, how desperation and misinformation fuel fads, and what actually matters when it comes to supporting muscle, bone, energy, and metabolic health as hormones shift.
This conversation blends practical education with real talk, helping you cut through the noise and focus on nutrition choices that are evidence-based, realistic, and tailored to your body - not trends or algorithms.
In this episode, we’re talking about:
Why nutrition fads feel especially tempting when you’re struggling with symptoms
Weighted vests: what they actually do, who they may help, and when to skip them
What truly supports bone density and muscle mass in perimenopause and menopause
Creatine 101: what it is, how it works, and why consistency matters
Why creatine isn’t a magic fix and how to use it safely
The truth about protein needs for women as hormones change
Why “more protein” isn’t always better (and can sometimes backfire)
How to think about protein intake in a way that’s individualized, not extreme
Whole food protein sources versus protein-fortified everything
How to build meals that support energy, blood sugar, and hormones without overthinking it
