Aging Well, Living Fully
– My Korean Wellness Journal
Supporting women through menopause with nutrition, exercise, and mindful living.
-
Beef Miyeok-Guk Recipe, Its Powerful Benefits for Midlife Wellness
Introduction: One Bowl of Comfort & Strength Miyeok-guk—Korean seaweed soup—is a childhood favorite, a postpartum staple, and now, a midlife superfood. Made with beef and dried wakame seaweed, this soup nourishes the body, soothes the gut, and supports metabolism. I love it because even when nothing else sounds good, one bowl revives my spirit and…
-
[Day 24] Switch On Diet : Choosing Flexibility – My Second 24-Hour Fast and a Renewed Commitment
Today marks Day 24 of my Switch On Diet journey—and it was another 24-hour fasting day. But unlike the first time I fasted on Day 22, this one came with a few twists. Originally, I had planned to fast on Day 25, but I have a social engagement that day—a dinner I didn’t want to…
-
[Day 23] Switch on Diet : Celebrating 5 kg of Fat Loss & 1 kg of Muscle Gain, Healthy Aging
![[Day 23] Switch on Diet : Celebrating 5 kg of Fat Loss & 1 kg of Muscle Gain, Healthy Aging](https://kchopstick.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/ex-scaled.jpg)
Real Shape, Real Joy with Switch on Diet Today marks Day 23 of the Switch‑On Diet, and I am thrilled: I’ve lost 5 kg (11 lbs) of body fat and gained 1 kg (2.2 lbs) of muscle. Those numbers on the scale are meaningful—but what excites me more is how my body looks, fits, and feels each day.…
-
[Day 22] Switch on Diet : Fasting Fatigue & The Deep Meaning of Week 4
Today marks Day 22, another fasting day in Week 4 of my Switch On Diet journey. It was tougher than before. After enjoying well-prepared meals over the weekend, returning to a strict fast stirred stronger food thoughts and irritation. I felt that familiar pang when realizing I’d skip lunch again. By mid-morning I was restless—last…
-
Korean Bibimbap Recipe :One Bowl of Happiness 🥗 – My Lighter, Healthier
A Heartfelt Introduction Bibimbap is one of my all-time favorite Korean dishes. Even when nothing else sounds appetizing, one bowl somehow revives my appetite—and brings joy. Yet eating it too often can raise “am I overeating?” thoughts. So today I’m sharing my lighter, more mindful bibimbap recipe—with reduced seasoning, no sesame oil or seeds, and…
-
[Day 21] Switch on Diet : 4kg of Body Fat Lost Without Losing Muscle – Here’s What Really Worked
![[Day 21] Switch on Diet : 4kg of Body Fat Lost Without Losing Muscle – Here’s What Really Worked](https://kchopstick.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/fruits-1.png)
Three weeks into the Switch On Diet, I’ve officially lost 4 kilograms of body fat—without losing significant muscle mass. Honestly, this is the most satisfying part of the journey so far. Unlike past diets where I lost “weight” only to realize it was mostly water or muscle, this time the focus on metabolic health, not…
-
Nourishing Doenjang Soup with Tofu & Zucchini & Potato
Hello, lovely readers!As someone in her mid-40s on a journey toward better health, I’ve found myself spending more time in the kitchen than ever before. Not just to lose weight, but to nourish my body with intention—especially as I prepare for the changes that come with menopause. And let me tell you, I never thought…
-
[Day 20] Switch on Diet : Staying Balanced During Gatherings
![[Day 20] Switch on Diet : Staying Balanced During Gatherings](https://kchopstick.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/moving-and-walking-2.png)
Today marks Day 20 of my Switch On Diet journey. Weekends can be tricky when you’re on a structured diet plan—especially when they involve family gatherings. Today was one of those days. I had a meal planned with my in-laws, and although I was a little anxious about staying on track, I’m proud to say…
-
[Day 19] Switch on Diet : Fasting Frustration, Gentle Compromises & the Healing Power of Sunlight
![[Day 19] Switch on Diet : Fasting Frustration, Gentle Compromises & the Healing Power of Sunlight](https://kchopstick.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/산책-1-scaled.jpg)
Today was another fasting day in my Switch On Diet plan, and I have to admit—I woke up feeling uneasy. Even though I had enjoyed my meals yesterday and went to bed with a full stomach and a light heart, the knowledge that I wouldn’t be having lunch today left me a little grumpy by…
-
[Day 18] Switch On Diet : Preparing for My Second Fast of the Week – Embracing the Power of Fasting
![[Day 18] Switch On Diet : Preparing for My Second Fast of the Week – Embracing the Power of Fasting](https://kchopstick.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/gasting-scaled.jpg)
As I reach the 18th day of my Switch On Diet journey, I’m feeling more centered and mindful than ever before. Tomorrow marks my second 24-hour fast of the week, and although a part of me still feels a little nervous before each extended fast, I now see fasting not as something to fear—but as…
- Beef Miyeok-Guk Recipe, Its Powerful Benefits for Midlife Wellness
- [Day 24] Switch On Diet : Choosing Flexibility – My Second 24-Hour Fast and a Renewed Commitment
- [Day 23] Switch on Diet : Celebrating 5 kg of Fat Loss & 1 kg of Muscle Gain, Healthy Aging
- [Day 22] Switch on Diet : Fasting Fatigue & The Deep Meaning of Week 4
- Korean Bibimbap Recipe :One Bowl of Happiness 🥗 – My Lighter, Healthier
Healthy Living
Welcome to Kchopstick, where we empower women to embrace menopause through effective Korean dieting methods, balanced nutrition, and holistic wellness.
Nourishing body and mind.