Good Morning,
If you’re navigating menopause and wondering why things still feel “off”, even though you’re eating all the right plant-based foods, let me share a truth, Movement is non-negotiable.
Your hormones are shifting. Your metabolism is recalibrating. Your body is working overtime to find its new balance. Food is powerful, but it’s only half of the wellness equation. The other half? Daily, intentional movement.
Now, before you think of grueling gym sessions, let me assure you, it doesn’t have to be intense. Brisk walks, gentle strength training, stretching or even mindful pilates can transform how you feel.
Movement helps regulate your blood sugar and insulin levels, which means fewer energy crashes and stubborn cravings. It also supports bone density and muscle strength, both of which naturally decline during menopause.
Ever feel that foggy brain moment? Movement enhances circulation, lifting your mood and sharpening mental clarity. It even improves digestion and gut motility, a huge plus when hormones are fluctuating.
Think of exercise not as a chore, but as the key that activates your plant-based nutrition. The right foods nourish you, but movement ensures your body uses those nutrients efficiently. It reduces inflammation, boosts metabolism and helps maintain a healthy weight, all critical pieces for menopause success.
So this week, let’s make a daily appointment with yourself to move. Your future self will thank you.
If you’d like simple ideas for starting a sustainable movement routine that complements your plant-based journey, just hit reply, I’m here to help.
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.
