Good Morning,
We’ve long been told weight management is just “calories in vs. calories out.” But if you’re in menopause, you’ve likely noticed, it’s not that simple anymore.
As estrogen drops, metabolism slows, muscle mass declines and your body reacts differently to food. Cutting calories alone can leave you tired, bloated or even gaining weight. The key isn’t eating less, it’s eating smarter.
Here’s what your body really needs now:
Nutrient Density: Whole, plant-based foods rich in fiber, antioxidants and phytonutrients.
Balanced Blood Sugar: Slow-digesting carbs like quinoa, beans and veggies instead of refined carbs.
Healthy Fats & Protein: Avocados, flaxseeds, tofu (phytoestrogens) and tempeh support satiety and balance. On a low-fat plan? Use them sparingly, even as condiments and still reap the benefits.
Anti-Inflammatory Foods: Cruciferous veggies, berries, turmeric and leafy greens to calm internal inflammation.
It’s not about restriction, it’s about fueling your body with the right tools to thrive in this season of life.
Counting calories might have worked in your 20s, but now it’s time to shift from less to smart.
Curious how to build a menopause-friendly, plant-based plate that actually works? Hit reply, I’ll guide you through it.
With clarity and confidence.
I started out over 10 years ago watching Forks Over Knives, decided to “try out” the plant-based meal plan and had shockingly incredible results. I’ve never turned back. I have lost nearly 50 pounds, and that is just one side effect that me, my family, friends and clients have experienced after making the change.
Having been an incredible cook my entire adult life, I started my own personal chef service, NuYu Nourish, to extend my help to others. I interned under a celebrity chef, became a celebrity chef myself and have been expanding my reach and goals ever since! My plan follows strictly and simply those of Dr. Mcdougall, Dr. T. Colin Campbell and Dr. Esselstyn.
