Spain Scrutinizes Menopause Guidelines After Critics Note Male-Only Data Basis
Spain’s food safety agency is reviewing menopause nutrition guidelines after critics noted the advice relied exclusively on male study data. The document, released in March 2026, recommended protein, calcium, and strength training to address bone and muscle loss but failed to warn that the underlying European Food Safety Authority studies involved only men. Female scientists and the Minister for Equality have called for a formal review, highlighting how male-centric research ignores distinct female hormonal and nutritional needs, such as higher calcium and iron requirements for post-menopausal women.
