Menopause is not a pause—it’s a pivot. As our bodies undergo significant hormonal shifts, our nutritional needs evolve alongside them. The Women of the J are proud to present an evening dedicated to cutting-edge, evidence-based nutrition designed to help you navigate midlife with strength, clarity, and resilience.

Join our panel of experts specializing in Menopausal Nutrition as we dive into the specific dietary strategies that support long-term vitality. This session will provide actionable insights into the metabolic and physiological changes of menopause, offering a roadmap for long-term health.

Featuring:

Rachel Cruz, National Board Certified Health & Wellness Coach, Certified Functional Nutrition Counselor, and Lifestyle Coach for Diabetes Prevention

Jo Schaalman, Best-Selling Author, Board Certified Nutrition Therapist and Health Coach, Nationally recognized yoga teacher and speaker

Dr. Malia Swanson, MD, Board Certified family medicine physician, and a certified menopause expert with The Menopause Society

Kim McCormack, Board Certified Nutrition and Health coach with a license from the American Association of Drugless Practitioners

About the Presenters

Rachel Cruz is a National Board Certified Health & Wellness Coach, Certified Functional Nutrition Counselor, and Lifestyle Coach for Diabetes Prevention. She helps people to understand the connections between balanced blood glucose, vibrant energy, and overall health. Through one-on-one and group programs—including her signature "Glucose Wise" Health Coaching Program, a Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM)-based program—she translates complex science into actionable health. Rachel’s calm, non-judgmental approach empowers clients to master their energy and understand their bodies.

Jo Schaalman is a nutrition therapist and yoga teacher dedicated to transformative healing. After overcoming debilitating allergies and a devastating bike crash, she founded the Conscious Cleanse to share the recovery tools she mastered. Drawing on her work with pioneers like Ana Forrest and Dr. Theron Randolph, Jo empowers others to achieve optimal health through yoga and targeted nutrition.

Dr. Malia Swanson is a board-certified family medicine physician and a Menopause Society Certified Practitioner. Specializing in an integrative, whole-person approach, she helps women transition from feeling "off the rails" to being confident and informed. Beyond menopause, Dr. Swanson provides expert care for complex hormonal conditions, including PMDD, PCOS, and endometriosis. Her advanced training covers a comprehensive range of midlife health needs, from metabolic health and preventive cardiology to bone density and sexual wellness.

Kim McCormack is a Board-Certified Nutrition and Health coach licensed by the American Association of Drugless Practitioners. She also has a certification as an Autoimmune Paleo coach and in the Estima protocol for women's health. She continues her education through the Institute for Functional Medicine and other seminars and summits focused on nutrition and health. Kim focuses on women's health, autoimmune disease, overall wellness, gut health, and athletic performance. She is also a certified massage therapist. Practicing massage since 1989, Kim has worked with many world-class athletes worldwide, using deep tissue as her specialty. Most importantly, she aims to help people simply find the route to their own optimal health and wellness so they can achieve their highest quality of life.

This program is presented in partnership with the Boulder JCC, with promotional support from Boulder Hadassah.

Thursday, April 16 | 6:30 - 8:30 pm | $20 per person

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Women of the J Programs are Underwritten in Honor of Marc H. Monheimer by the Mervyn L. Brenner Foundation