Ditching restrictive dieting and creating sustainable habits to never have to lose weight again or be a prisoner to a diet plan! That is what women over 35 I work with in my weight loss nutrition practice say they want to achieve as their goals. They want sustainable habits. They want to lose weight and keep it off until they're 85 years old, but they don't know how to do it after years, often decades of restrictive dieting. They feel like losing weight is impossible after years of food plans and diets that didn't work. Imagine a young girl dieting since they were 10 years old because they th ..read more

This Healthy Fish Sandwich is made low calorie with almond flour baked in the oven making a healthy breaded fish sandwich recipe that's flavorful and gluten free. I've paired it with a tasty 2-ingredient fish sandwich sauce adding flavor. It's Gluten Free + Low Calorie + Paleo + Low Carb! I'm obsessed with fish sandwiches! I've yet to find one that isn't processed and made with healthier ingredients though. So, here we are making homemade fish sandwiches. It's super simple to make them at home and you can freeze them for a future meal too! This healthy fish sandwich recipe is baked in th ..read more

Your before you lose weight checklist! These are 9 prerequisites you must do before losing weight, looking for another diet or tracking calories. This Dish On Ditching Diets podcast episode is not your typical eat protein, eat fiber, count your calories and get your steps. In this weight loss podcast, I share the less talked about things that need to be addressed before losing weight, before attempting a fat loss phase or expecting to see the scale to go down. Think about this... If I could snap my fingers and get all your weight off of you, would losing weight fix all your problems? Will losi ..read more

Healthy Zuppa Toscana is a lightened up twist made with nutritious ingredients and is insanely delicious! Creamy, savory, and well-balanced for a yummy winter meal. Gluten-Free + Low-Calorie + Paleo [feast_advanced_jump_to] This healthy twist on Zuppa Toscana is made lighter and healthier, but equally creamy and delicious as the real deal! Fewer calories and better balanced nutrition than the one served at The Olive Garden. I've seen a lot of other versions called "healthy" on the internet too that aren't that healthy.  A "healthy" recipe is one that's always balanced in nutrition (carbs ..read more

Low Calorie Banana Oat Muffins are made with no flour or oil and no added sugar. These low calorie muffins are made in a blender and cook up so moist and delicious! Both Low Calorie + Gluten Free! [feast_advanced_jump_to] Low calorie muffins are one of my favorite snacks! It's no secret I'm a muffin lover and if you've been following for awhile, there's a good chance you've tried a muffin or two from this blog. They're an easy way to enjoy a perfectly portioned treat without going overboard. Balancing lighter treats with healthy food is something I promote with my clients. In fact, many of th ..read more

Can you not lose weight in a calorie deficit? I posted this question in my Skinny Fitalicious Facebook page recently and I did not realize how many individuals misunderstand how fat loss works. If this is you, it's not your fault! With the number of diets and books on the market along with crazy social media people telling you to do this detox, drink this shake, eat these gummies and avoid specific foods to lose weight it's no wonder why so many people are confused. We are not taught proper nutrition in school (I firmly believe we should be!) and we are also not taught how fat loss works and h ..read more

Sausage Breakfast Pizza cooks up on a sheet pan for easy cleanup! Now you can enjoy your favorite breakfast pizza turned healthy. It's made with layers of healthy ingredients and is perfect for serving a crowd. This sheet pan breakfast pizza has big flavors for fewer calories. It's both gluten-free and low-calorie too! My perfect morning starts with a hearty breakfast, coffee, and a sweaty workout. It's been that way for so long now it's hard to believe I used to be someone who didn't eat breakfast and couldn't stand working out. It seems the only constant in my life has b ..read more

What foods to eat when dieting? This is a question I constantly receive as a weight loss nutritionist. In this Dish On Ditching Diets podcast episode, I explain exactly what foods to eat when losing weight and what foods to eat in maintenance. I make the foods you eat to lose weight this as simple as possible for you (and for my clients) so you can make weight loss much easier than you have in the past. Often, I find women over 35 are very confused about food and what diet to follow when trying to lose weight. They've done all the diets - Weight Watchers, Noom, Whole30, Paleo, Keto, Low Carb ..read more

This Healthy Lasagna Soup Recipe is packed with protein, vegetables and fiber for a delicious and flavorful low-calorie and gluten-free pasta soup. This healthy soup recipe is a family favorite and simple to make! Gluten Free + Low Calorie [feast_advanced_jump_to] Soup is delicious. Pasta is delicious. Pasta soup is doubly delicious! I know you and your family will love this lasagna soup recipe. It's made with simple ingredients that are satisfying and filling in a balanced and low calorie way! Carbs are not the enemy when balanced with protein and fat! In fact, studies show that when calorie ..read more

Healthy Protein Overnight Oats is a low-calorie breakfast recipe that's simple to make for a delicious protein breakfast on the go! It's easy to customize to your liking and perfect for a well-balanced breakfast with the right amount of protein. Low Calorie + Gluten Free [feast_advanced_jump_to] Why You Will Love These Protein Overnight Oats Balanced Breakfast. Your meals should be balanced with all three food groups - protein, fat, and carbohydrates. Oatmeal is a carbohydrate which means you want to enjoy it with fat and protein added to it. Low Calorie. Calories are not everything when it ..read more