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.
Hello Reader, I just posted a new podcast interview with Vesanto Melina, an 82-year-old registered dietitian who co-authored the books Becoming Vegan and Plant-Powered Protein. In the interview she shared: Her thoughts on whether vegans are really getting enough protein Some easy and delicious ways to get more vegan protein into your diet The biggest challenges with menopause and weight loss What she does to thrive in her senior years, and how you can too! You can read the blog post...
Hi Reader, I was walking through my local health food store recently and was shocked at just how many supplement options there are. No wonder everyone is so confused! Without guidance, how would you ever know which supplements to choose? So today I’m rounding up my top 5 vegan supplements that I recommend for menopause! An omega-3 supplement containing DHA and EPA – decreases inflammation and supports brain health, eye health, and mood. Magnesium bisglycinate – a natural sleep aid, important...
Happy New Year, Reader! 2024 was FULL of exciting things happening in both my business and personal life, and I’d love to share some updates with you! I moved to Prince George, BC, which is much more vegan-friendly than the small northern town where I was living. I am currently planning a vacation in Egypt! I released my Weight Loss Quick Start Mini-Course to help women create their personalized weight loss strategy. Here are my favourite Instagram posts from 2024: Five things vegan women...