This Warming Butternut Squash, Chickpea and Spinach soup makes a hearty and nutritious dinner that’s rich in flavour and brimming with nutrients to support wellness during menopause. It’s thick, cozy, and ideal for meal-prepping, too, so you can enjoy it throughout the week. I hope it brings you warmth, nourishment, and all the comfort you crave this season!

The truth is, nothing about menopause makes you healthy. It’s up to each of us to actively make the changes to our diet and lifestyle that will promote a long and healthy life. Here are the top changes I’ve prioritized in my diet that have made a significant impact on my wellbeing - physically, mentally and emotionally. What changes have you made that have made a difference?

Whether mornings are a rush or not, this Banana Bread Overnight Oats are sure to become a new favourite in your household. When you can’t wake up to the smell of freshly baked banana bread, these oats are the next best things! Made with a sneaky serving of protein powder, plus all the super foods you know will make you feel amazing, this make-ahead breakfast is a nutritious and satisfying start to your day.

Life is too short to waste it on things that drain your cup. Fill your cup. Let it overflow. Nothing matters more than cherishing the time you have with your family and friends. And if you have the space to help others feel this way too, use it.

Crispy Chicken Cutlets with Arugula Salad is the freshest and most satisfying meal! It's basically 7 ingredients (if you count salt + pepper) and is delicious and simple. You know I love when my food tastes unhealthy but is actually very healthy. The chicken basically tastes like one big chicken nugget top with fresh arugula and zesty lemon.

Pumpkin Penne alla Vodka is a seasonal take on your favourite vodka sauce with the addition of pumpkin purée, which adds an irresistible richness to the pasta. We've upped the nutritional value by adding baby spinach and a little prosciutto for richness and protein. You'll want to make this every week this fall!

I love a classic Caesar salad but I love it even more when it gets a mood boosting upgrade! Enter this delicious and simple Super Salmon Caesar - a midweek dinner that tastes delicious and is filled with mood boosting superfoods to support your wellness from the inside out.

High Protein Pumpkin Pie Overnight Oats is the epitome of a cozy and delicious autumn breakfast! And this couldn’t be easier to whip up. Simply mix the ingredients, let them sit overnight in the fridge, and you’ve got a high protein, nourishing breakfast ready to go! It’s perfect for meal prep and will make your mornings feel like a breeze.

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Creamy Apple Cider Braised Chicken Thighs in a luscious sauce of fennel, shallots, and rosemary is what fall dreams are made of! Serve this on a regular Wednesday or to company for a one-skillet meal that will impress and comfort.

Dopamine menu is a list of personal joy-inducing delights. Happiness doesn’t always have to come from grand gestures. Sometimes it’s the small, everyday moments that can create the biggest dopamine boosts. What would you add to your list?

When life gets busy, weeknight meals need to be quick, easy, and of course, delicious! This Grilled Ginger Marinated Flank Steak paired with a fresh bell pepper, cucumber, and avocado salad checks all the boxes. It’s packed with flavour, nutrient-rich, and best of all—simple to make. The ginger dressing works double-duty as both marinade and salad dressing.

High Protein Cookie Dough Bark is a delicious but healthier alternative to traditional desserts. This edible cookie dough bark will satisfy a sweet craving while giving you a boost of protein in every bite. They are easy to make, and perfect for a post-dinner indulgence.

This dip combines all the flavours you love in a Caesar salad with the creamy, cool, indulgent texture of a dip. Using store-bought Caesar dressing, cream cheese, shredded chicken from a rotisserie chicken, crisp romaine lettuce, and a generous sprinkle of parmesan cheese, you'll have a crowd pleasing appetizer or snack for any party, game night or cozy night in!

This Sheet Pan Sausage, Sweet Potato and Apple weeknight dinner is comforting and filling but not overly heavy. This dish is an easy way to nourish your body while celebrating the flavours of the season. Whether you’re cooking for yourself or feeding a family, this sheet pan dinner will become a weeknight favourite!

This hearty and comforting Autumn Harvest Chicken and Veggie Bowl with tender and juicy chicken breasts, butternut squash, brussels sprout and spinach is not only filling and delicious, but you know you are getting a salad's worth of gut friendly veggies in there. The Brussels sprouts and squash get caramelized and sweet which balances out the earthy texture of the brown rice. This harvest bowl makes an excellent weeknight dinner and an even better lunch the following day!

This super easy weeknight sheet pan Chili Crisp Salmon dinner needs a place in your meal plan rotation! Not only are the flavours are incredible, this is a healthy and hearty dinner that you can get on the table in about 20 minutes! Even if spice isn't your thing (you can adjust!) I urge you to make this tonight.

These pumpkin spiced nuts are a perfect snack at home or on-the-go, providing a quick energy boost while satisfying those autumn cravings. Enjoy the warmth of the season with every crunchy bite! 🧡

This Easy Weeknight Chicken Curry recipe is the most wonderful transition summer-to-fall meal! Let the beautiful late summer produce shine in this comforting yet light dish that is all at once a main, a side and a salad. If eating veggies is on your to-do list, you've got to try this delicious curry.