From menstruation to menopause: Why iron should be part of every women’s health conversation
Australian/NZ dietitians: The live webinar is Wednesday, 25 February 2026 at 12:30 – 1:30 pm AEDT (Sydney/Melbourne time). CPD hours are applicable for Australia and New Zealand dietitians.
US dietitians: The live webinar is Tuesday, 24 February 2026 at 8:30-9:30 pm ET (New York time). CPEUs from CDR are NOT available for this webinar.
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About the webinar:
Iron remains one of the most common nutrient shortfalls among Australian women – but are we talking about it enough in practice? Join Dr Joanna McMillan to explore how to better support women at every life stage with evidence-based tools and food-first strategies.
You’ll learn how to:
- Tailor iron recommendations for adolescents, pregnancy, perimenopause and 50+
- Translate the latest data on iron intake and deficiency
- Understand haem vs non-haem iron and the role of absorption enhancers/inhibitors
- Use simple, everyday meal ideas to boost intake
- Know when to consider supplements or infusions
About the speaker:
Dr Joanna McMillan is a PhD-qualified nutrition scientist, dietitian and lifestyle medicine fellow, as well as an accomplished author, engaging speaker, visionary food futurist, passionate cook, and charismatic TV presenter. With her ninth book, The Fibre Factor, released March 2026 and four Audible originals under her belt, she brings a wealth of knowledge and experience. Her TEDx talk has captivated over a million viewers worldwide. Originally from Scotland, she has called Australia home for 26 years and speaks at public, scientific, and corporate events globally.
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| Continuing Education (USA) | |
|---|---|
| Duration | 1 hour |
| CPEUs Awarded | N/A |
| Performance Indicators | N/A |