I scream, you scream, we all scream for ICE CREAM! Warm outside? Craving a something sweet? Try whipping up a batch of rich and creamy Banana Soft Serve! With one main ingredient, banana, and a few fun add-ins, you'll be enjoying this homemade "nice cream" in no time flat! Ingredients 4 frozen bananas (be sure to peel prior to freezing!) 1/4 C unsweetened vanilla almond milk (or low fat milk of choice) Optional add-ins 1 Tbsp natural creamy peanut butter (can also use po

Don't you just love this time of year? The days are longer, warmer, and fresh berries are ripe for the picking. It's a great time for Strawberry Banana Muffins! I am a sucker for fresh berries and I must admit I often tend to go a bit overboard, getting as many fresh strawberries as I can get my hands on! So to maximize them I not only enjoy eating them fresh, I freeze them for later, use them in smoothies and add them to baked goods like this! And aside from being deliciou

When it's warm outside, doesn't a nice cool tropical beverage sound delish'? Time for a tasty Tropical Smoothie! A fresh and healthy way to kickstart your morning, a great afternoon sip on a warm day, and a delicious way to fuel up for your next adventure! Complete with complex carbs, protein, healthy fats and a variety of essential vitamins and minerals, all this smoothie is missing is the white sand and ocean breeze! 💡  Coach Mindy’s Tip:  A good blender makes all the diff

Get ready to enjoy a deliciously fresh & healthy meal, loaded with essential vitamins and minerals, all in under 30 minutes! Eating heart healthy just got a whole lot easier with this simple recipe, Baked Salmon Asparagus! Aluminum foil packets offer a great alternative to traditional grilling or baking methods, enabling you to lock in all the flavor while marinating your meat dish throughout the cooking process, so your meat stays nice and moist, all while making clean up a

I'm a BIG fan of hearty and flavorful salad! And I don't just mean the green kind. I love salads with fruits, grains, veggies, pasta and more! When you get creative with what you have in your pantry and fridge, the possibilities are endless. This Black Bean & Corn Quinoa Salad is one of my favorites. It's so simple you can whip it up in a flash and have it on hand for healthy grab-and-go meals all week long! Boasting foods from the rainbow, it's colorful, flavorful, and full

Change can feel exciting… at first. A new routine. A fresh start. A different direction. But then reality sets in. Things feel unfamiliar. Messy. A little harder than expected. And suddenly, what felt motivating can start to feel overwhelming. In midlife especially, change shows up in a lot of ways — schedules shift, priorities evolve, energy fluctuates, and what used to work… doesn’t always work anymore. It’s easy to want to avoid it, delay it, or go back to what feels comfo

Who doesn't love a time saving recipe that makes eating better easier too? Enter these tasty Blender Banana Muffins! As the recipe's name implies, you just place the ingredients in a blender, whip, pour, and bake. That's it! To save even more time, why not double the batch and pop some in the freezer for later? Full of nutrient dense ingredients like Greek yogurt, eggs and bananas, you'll love the tasty simplicity of this moist muffin! It's honestly no wonder this recipe ha

Do you love sweet potatoes? Do you also love Mexican food? Then you're going to really love these Sweet Potato & Black Bean Wraps! Loaded...

This tasty recipe is perfect for fueling busy mornings or a midday energizing boost snack: Peanut Butter Banana Oatmeal Bars! Who doesn't love a quick and easy breakfast bar you can eat on-the-go that not only tastes great, but will keep you going strong all morning long? Packed with protein, complex carbs and healthy fats, it's a simple way to support your eat better goals too! But why limit them to the morning? Enjoy them as a midday pick-me-up or after dinner "treat" too!

Make your weekly meal prep easier with these Easy Shredded Chicken Burritos! A simple high protein recipe that you can easily add more fun flavors to using the suggested add-ins below. This recipe yields a big batch so you can also repurpose the chicken to use in a hearty salad, pasta dish or other tasty leftover meal the next day! Pro Tip: double the batch of the shredded chicken base to freeze and have your protein ready-to-go for simple meal prep later. Ingredients 2,

Yes, Chocolate and Peanut butter, it's a winning combination! Add some hearty oats and you have yourself a delicious and satisfying little bar! That's what these Chocolate Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bars are all about! And bonus - because this recipe yields a big batch, you can share it with friends and family or just freeze half the batch to pull out and enjoy whenever you want them! Ingredients 1 C creamy natural peanut butter (or nut butter sub) 2 large ripe bananas, mash

Do you love chocolate? Then you are in for a real treat! This recipe is a chocolate lovers dream, so deliciously rich and satisfying it's sure to soothe even the toughest sweet tooth craving: Chocolate Banana Muffins! Plus we've leveled up a few of the ingredients with few fun swaps to help you better support your eat better goals without sacrificing any of the delicious flavor! Whip up a batch and let us know what you think! Ingredients 3 bananas, mashed 1/4 C honey 1 ts

Looking for a way to satisfy your sweet tooth without all the added sugar and fluff? You're going to love these Sweet Potato Brownies! A rich and creamy brownie so delicious, they quickly became a client favorite! Have you ever tried a "healthy" brownie before and instantly noticed what's missing? Yep, been there, done that. And friend, that's just one reason I'm so passionate about making eating better simple and FUN! Because you shouldn't have to give up your favorite fun

Looking for a simple and satisfying snack? Not sure what to bring to your next social gathering? Want to wow family and friends without spending hours in the kitchen? This rich and creamy Black Bean Hummus Dip puts a fun spin on a traditional snack favorite....and with just a few flavorful ingredients! The easy to make recipe calls for three healthy ingredients you can easily have on hand, beans, your favorite hummus, and diced tomatoes, making it a simple anytime, throw to

When you think of exercise, what comes to mind? A grueling cardio class? Heavy weights clanking in the gym? Or forcing yourself through something you don’t enjoy? It’s no wonder so many women struggle to stay consistent. But fitness doesn’t have to look like that. And it definitely isn’t one-size-fits-all. You don’t need a gym membership — or a routine you dread — to make it work. Because if it’s not enjoyable, it’s not sustainable. The key? Finding ways to move your body tha

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Do you ever feel like you start strong with healthy habits… but struggle to stick with them? You’re not alone. In midlife especially, life is full — busy schedules, low energy days, shifting routines — and it’s easy for even the best intentions to fall off. It’s not about a lack of motivation. It’s often that the habits you’re trying to follow don’t quite fit your life right now. Because let’s be honest — it’s easy to tell yourself: “I’m too tired” “I don’t have time” “I’ll s

If you're looking for a simple yet satisfying dish to support your healthy eating goals, look no further. This simple soup recipe will warm you from the inside out while offering up some essential vitamins and minerals too --- Carrot Apple Ginger Soup! Calling for just a handful of ingredients you can whip it up in a flash! Hearty and flavorful, its delicious aroma will fill your kitchen and have your mouth watering. And bonus: a blender recipe makes prep and clean a snap! T