Anna Araujo, M.S.

05/22/2026

05/04/2026

Can someone explain what GLP-1 friendly means?😆

❤️,
Anna.

05/02/2026

Sharing what I do when I feel blah, or depressed or unmotivated.
I give myself a day. That’s it.
Force myself to move the next day.
No excuses. You plan it. You follow through.
It works 90% of the time.
You control WHAT you do, HOW you react or deal with the situation.
You’re not a victim. You’re a warrior. A life warrior.

❤️,
Anna.

03/20/2026

Is there a problem ???

03/11/2025

It’s a real tragedy!

😬😆

❤️,

Anna.

03/03/2025

If you have to pick one area that you need to get it right during menopause, that’s your NUTRITION.

Why?

Because poor nutrition habits can make menopausal symptoms worse and can increase your risks for developing serious health conditions such as cancer, heart disease, diabetes, obesity, Alzheimer’s disease, high blood pressure, osteoporosis, arthritis, etc.

The good news is that if you pay attention to your nutrition now and add some important foods into your daily eating habits, chances are that you will overcome many of the symptoms and enhance your quality of life.

Here are my top 5 foods:

1. Yogurt

Rich in probiotics and calcium. Greek yogurt is high in protein and can be a great option for a snack or breakfast.

✔️calcium is important for bone health and to prevent osteoporosis

✔️ probiotics are beneficial to our gut microbiome

✔️ high protein foods that are nutritionally dense like yogurt can help with weight loss

2. Salmon (or other fatty fish)

Rich in protein and omega-3’s these types of fish are a real powerhouse in terms of nutrients and benefits to health.

Omega-3’s help with:

✔️Lowering inflammation

✔️Heart and brain health

✔️Can help with weight loss for being a high protein, nutritionally dense food

3. Legumes (beans, lentils, chickpeas, peas)

Source of fiber, prebiotics and minerals. Also an excellent plant-based protein source.

✔️Helps with digestion

✔️Blood sugar regulation

✔️Can be helpful as a nutritious choice of protein for weight loss

4. Berries

Rich in vitamins and minerals and have an antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effect, these are great options for fruits.

✔️Reduce inflammation

✔️They are considered “brain foods” for having antioxidant functions

✔️Can be a great low-calorie addition to a weight loss routine

5. Cruciferous vegetables

For perimenopausal women, cruciferous vegetables can

✔️Provide fiber and many nutrients

✔️Help with estrogen regulation by converting indole-3-carbinol into DIM – Diindolylmethane.

Hope this helps!

❤️
Anna.

02/28/2025

One of the most common questions I get asked is, “Why is my body not responding to things as it did before?”

It can be really frustrating, especially when you’re are eating right and exercising and nothing happens.

To answer that question, I’ll list some possible factors - what applies depends (genetics, lifestyle habits, etc).

1. Hormonal changes

The decline of estrogen during perimenopause can affect our physical body in many ways. One way is to increase fat storage in the abdominal and upper trunk areas. It also can interfere with hunger/satiety hormones which can increase caloric intake and eventual weight gain.

2. Cortisol levels

Lower estrogen decreases stress tolerance - so we activate a stress response (releasing cortisol) more often or for longer periods than before. Cortisol induces abdominal fat storage and preservation of energy.

3. Changes in metabolism

Perimenopause itself does not change our metabolism, but lower muscle mass can.

4. Carbohydrate sensitivity

Not a proven fact, but some women seem to become more sensitive to eating carbs during perimenopause. What evidence has shown though is that we can become more resistant to insulin during perimenopause, so we should watch our carb intake.

5. Lower energy expenditure

With busy lives, joint pains, and more responsibilities, we might not be exercising as much. But that’s not always the case. I have many clients who say they are working harder than before and still not seeing results.Energy balance can vary drastically between individuals. So yeah, it could be that you’re not moving as much, or it could be something else.

The reality is that each woman might have different factors that contribute to their weight gain during perimenopause. It’s important to sort them out so you can apply the proper strategies that can help you achieve your goals.

❤️,
Anna.