Want to feel more alive and radiant than you did in your 20s and 30s? I am a registered health & nutrition counsellor using stress reduction, mindset, and vegan nutrition to help women have the best possible experience with menopause. I'm also the host of the Vegan Menopause Podcast. Join me for nutrition and lifestyle tips, as well as interviews with special guests.
This was my sign to rest -- maybe it's yours too?
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Hi Reader, How are you feeling this week? I've been getting over a cold -- my first one in over two years! It finally caught up with me, and my body made it clear that I needed to slow down. So, this past week has been all about broccoli chickpea soup (thankfully, I had lots stored in the freezer!) with a few tablespoons of hemp seeds for extra protein and healthy fats, and endless mugs of hot water with lemon and fresh, grated ginger. Simple, nourishing, and exactly what I needed. Looking back, it’s no surprise I got sick -- I had been pushing myself too hard and not getting enough sleep. My body was sending signals, but I wasn’t really listening… until I had no choice but to spend several days on the couch (which can also be a form of medicine, especially during menopause!). It’s such a good reminder that sometimes, the best thing we can do for our health isn’t a superfood or workout -- it’s rest, hydration, and paying attention to what our bodies are asking for. Lesson learned (again!). Have you ever noticed your body trying to tell you something before you got sick? Recent Blog Posts Here are my latest blog posts: How to Minimize Osteoporosis Risk as a Vegan -- Interview with Brenda Davis Four Things I Would Do If I was Starting My Vegan Perimenopause Journey Again 25 Vegan-Friendly Tips for a Healthy Menopause in 2025 Stay well, and if you need that broccoli chickpea soup recipe, let me know! :) Anna |
Anna Pelzer
Want to feel more alive and radiant than you did in your 20s and 30s? I am a registered health & nutrition counsellor using stress reduction, mindset, and vegan nutrition to help women have the best possible experience with menopause. I'm also the host of the Vegan Menopause Podcast. Join me for nutrition and lifestyle tips, as well as interviews with special guests.
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...
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...
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...