Hi Reader, This might be an unpopular opinion in the vegan community, but it’s something I see every day in my coaching practice:Many vegan women in midlife aren’t getting enough protein. Now before you roll your eyes and think, “Not this again…”, let me unpack this. Of course we can get enough protein from plants. We’ve all heard it, said it, and probably defended it.But in midlife, the body changes, and so do its needs. Here’s what I often see with my clients:Weight gain, fatigue, and loss...
16 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, Do you ever catch yourself wondering if menopause means the best years of your life are over? In our youth-driven culture, it’s easy to believe menopause marks the beginning of decline. You might feel like your confidence and sense of attractiveness are slipping away — like your sparkle is fading and there’s nothing you can do about it. But menopause is not the end of your best years. It can actually be the start of an incredibly powerful new chapter. With the right mindset,...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, When women find out that I help vegan and vegetarian women in menopause feel better, lose weight, and improve their hormone health naturally, one of the first things they ask is: “So… what actually happens during the sessions?” I get it — coaching can feel mysterious if you’ve never experienced it before.You might wonder whether I’ll address your specific challenges, like stubborn weight gain, hot flashes, digestive issues, bladder infections, or the brain fog and energy dips that...
3 months ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, One of the biggest mindset traps I see for women in the menopause transition is the idea that we have to “feel ready” before we start taking care of ourselves. We tell ourselves we’ll start after work slows down… or once life feels less hectic… or when we’re a bit more motivated. But that moment rarely comes — and in the meantime, weeks, months, or even years can pass. This is something I wrote about in my latest blog post, and I wanted to share this short excerpt with you: “You...
3 months ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, Does this sound familiar? You want to feel good in your body again, maybe slip back into your favorite clothes, but the idea of giving up chocolate or counting every calorie makes you want to throw in the towel. You’re not alone — and the good news is, you don’t have to go on a restrictive diet to see real results. If you’re a vegan or vegetarian woman navigating menopause, you might feel like your body is working against you. Between busy workdays, stress, and shifting hormones,...
4 months ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader! If you’ve been feeling frustrated, thinking that you should be spending hours at the gym to see results during menopause, I have good news: You don’t need to hit the gym for an hour every day to see results. In fact, combining structured exercise with regular, everyday movement (like walking, housework, or taking the stairs) can actually be more effective for menopausal weight loss. When I lost my 25 pounds of menopause weight, I didn’t go to the gym at all — I simply added short...
5 months ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, Many of the women I work with -- vegan or plant-based and navigating perimenopause or menopause -- have asked me: Should I be using protein powder? The answer isn’t one-size-fits-all. But if you’re struggling with fatigue, cravings, muscle tone, or hair health, getting enough protein might be more important than you think. In my latest blog post, I discuss: Why protein needs increase in menopause When protein powder might be helpful What to look for in a quality vegan protein...
6 months ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader! Today I want to talk about an often overlooked nutrient in menopause. Zinc! Here’s what you need to know about zinc and menopause: Zinc is absolutely essential when it comes to hormone balance, ovarian health, thyroid, and even hair and skin. Zinc helps support everything from immunity to mood regulation. Low zinc levels can also affect your taste buds and appetite, something that can sneak up on you if you're not paying attention. Symptoms of low zinc include thinning hair, white...
7 months ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, You come home from a long day and just want to collapse on the couch… …but as soon as you open the door, it’s “What’s for dinner?” Shoot. Dinner. So you start to improvise. Or order takeout. If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone. It’s happened to me so many times, I started a collection of quick, healthy dinner recipes. Here’s one I often share with my clients. It's simple, it's fast, it's loaded with vegan protein. And it's delicious. My omnivore husband loves it too. Tempeh...
7 months ago • 1 min read