Indulge in two holiday treats that prioritize nostalgia and time-honored, seasonal comfort. From chocolate chip mandel bread, perfectly crunchy yet tender, to sugar cookie bars brimming with sweetness, these recipes celebrate family tradition and festive cheer. Get ready to bake, reminisce, and savor every moment.

Thanksgiving is about more than just food—it’s a time for gratitude, connection, and celebration. If you’re looking to stay mindful of your nutrition goals while enjoying holiday flavors, these macro-friendly recipes are perfect for your table. From mashed butternut squash to a festive cinnamon-spiced cranberry mule, these dishes offer a lightened-up twist on Thanksgiving classics.

Choosing a maintenance phase during the holidays can help you enjoy seasonal celebrations without sacrificing your long-term nutrition goals. By focusing on balance rather than restriction, maintenance reduces food-related stress, supports energy levels, and allows you to savor the festivities. This approach helps you build skills for future maintenance phases, setting a strong foundation for the new year.

Transforming your nutrition journey starts with mindset just as much (if not more!) than it starts with food. Shifting from a fixed to a growth mindset allows you to approach food and health with patience and resilience, making room for balance, flexibility, and lasting change. Embracing self-compassion, setting meaningful goals, and valuing progress over perfection are key to sustainable health.

This high-protein, bean-less chili is a perfect weeknight meal as the weather cools down. With just 10 minutes of prep time, it's easy to throw together and makes plenty for leftovers. Plus, it’s macro-friendly and customizable to your taste preferences—add cheese, sour cream, or spice it up with chipotle powder!

With Halloween around the corner, candy is everywhere, making it tempting to indulge or restrict. Finding balance is key! This blog explores how to enjoy Halloween candy without feeling guilty or out of control—before AND after the big night. Learn to build self-control, practice mindfulness, and foster a healthier relationship with food during the spooky season!

Batch prepping by macro helps streamline your meal prep, ensuring you have balanced, high-quality meals ready to go. By prepping your proteins, carbs, veggies, and adding flavorful dressings or marinades, you can easily create nutritious, macro-friendly meals without spending hours in the kitchen every day.

Batch prepping PART 2! Batch prepping is about more than just cooking in bulk—it’s about adding flavor and variety to your meals all week long. By using seasonings, sauces, and smart meal assembly, you can keep your prepped proteins, carbs, and veggies exciting and delicious. This week’s blog post highlights easy ways to mix up your meals without spending extra time in the kitchen, so you’ll always look forward to what’s on your plate!

Low on time, energy, or decision-making? Batch prepping is a time-saving strategy that makes meal prepping even more efficient by cooking large quantities of proteins, carbs, and veggies in advance. It can help cut down on cooking time, reduces decision fatigue, and helps you stay consistent with your nutrition goals. With prepped foods on hand, you can easily mix and match ingredients to create balanced meals throughout the week. Give batch prepping a try to simplify your meals and reduce food waste!