Healthy Watermelon Sorbet (Easy Summer Dessert)

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Healthy Watermelon Sorbet (Easy Summer Dessert)

There’s nothing quite like cold watermelon on a hot summer day — and this refreshing watermelon sorbet is one of the easiest healthy summer desserts to make with just a few simple ingredients.

Made with frozen watermelon, raw honey, and a touch of sea salt, this naturally sweet frozen treat is light, hydrating, and incredibly refreshing during warmer months. It’s the perfect option for pool days, beach weekends, cookouts, or anytime you want something cool and satisfying without feeling overly heavy.

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10 Healthy Mediterranean Everyday Desserts

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10 Healthy Mediterranean Everyday Desserts

One of the things that always feels like it’s missing when eating healthfully or starting a new healthy nutrition protocol is dessert. Guess what - it doesn’t have to be that way at all. Dessert in the Mediterranean lifestyle isn’t about cutting things out — it’s about simplicity, quality ingredients, and enjoyment. In fact, the Mediterranean lifestyle is all about balance and that includes those foods that you love.

Instead of oversized portions or ultra-sweet treats, Mediterranean desserts tend to focus on fruit, nuts, yogurt, dark chocolate, and natural sweetness. They’re meant to be enjoyed regularly, without guilt or overthinking.

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8 Healthy Desserts That Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth (Without the Sugar Crash)

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8 Healthy Desserts That Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth (Without the Sugar Crash)

Dessert doesn’t have to be something you “avoid” or something that derails your progress. When made with nourishing, whole ingredients, dessert can absolutely be part of a balanced lifestyle — one that supports your energy, your hormones, and your long-term health.

These 8 healthy desserts are naturally sweetened, rich in nutrients, and free of the ultra-processed ingredients that make you feel sluggish afterward.

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Matcha Mousse: A Fun & Nutrient-Packed Dessert

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Matcha Mousse: A Fun & Nutrient-Packed Dessert

If you’re looking for a dessert that feels indulgent but is also packed with nutrients, this Matcha Mousse is a must-try. Silky, creamy, and subtly sweet, it’s the perfect way to enjoy the benefits of matcha while satisfying your sweet tooth. Plus, it’s easy to make, gluten-free, and plant-based.

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3 Fresh & Healthy Summer Desserts (Refined Sugar-Free!) to Savor the Season

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3 Fresh & Healthy Summer Desserts (Refined Sugar-Free!) to Savor the Season

Summer is a season of sunshine, celebration, and connection. It’s often the time when we linger around tables, share meals outdoors, and indulge in life’s little joys. Dessert included.

We know many of our retreat guests, clients, and readers are also mindful of their health and what they eat. The great thing is that you don’t have to miss out on the sweet treats of the season. They can be added in a moderated way that work for both your tastebuds and your wellness goals.

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3 Mediterranean Diet Desserts

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3 Mediterranean Diet Desserts

Who doesn’t want dessert? Any nutrition plan or lifestyle is best rooted in balance. With balance comes a mix of some of the nutrition you need and some of the food items that you actually like. When you think of the Mediterranean Diet, you probably picture vibrant salads, fresh seafood, and heart-healthy olive oil — but what about dessert? Good news: you don’t have to give up sweets to eat well. In fact, the Mediterranean approach to dessert is all about balance, simplicity, and naturally sweet ingredients.

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3 Best Protein Cookies

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3 Best Protein Cookies

Protein cookies seem to be the new thing. Everywhere I go, everywhere I look in the grocery store or convenient store there seems to be a protein cookie staring back at me. I love the concept and I love the fact that food manufacturers are making an effort to produce something better than the regular old sugar laden cookie. I know what you’re thinking… Yes, a lot of the “protein cookies” out there are still junk but some of them aren’t so bad (in taste or ingredients).

I was curious about these new cookies and I’ll try anything once. So, I made it my job to taste test some of the most common protein cookies out there. I’ve tasted at least 10 from grass-fed whey to vegan protein cookies. It’s a hard job but someone’s got to do it! Ok but seriously, I wanted to see what all of the fuss is about. I picked three of my favorite protein cookies from the bunch to share with you.

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5 Health Benefits Of Dark Chocolate

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5 Health Benefits Of Dark Chocolate

Chocolate lovers get ready to celebrate! I love chocolate – and if I’m being honest, I love the really good stuff. Give me some good quality chocolate and I’m in heaven! A square (or two) at the end of the day and I’m not only happy but also satisfied. I also love the kind that is considered a true superfood like dark chocolate that is 85% cacao or even cacao nibs. If you love dark chocolate, you’re in luck! There are some great health benefits to consuming your daily dose. 

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Superfood Dark Bark

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Superfood Dark Bark

We all love sweet treats for the holidays right? I know we do! It’s kind of nice to mix in some superfoods with your sweet holiday recipes to bump up the nutrition content. I’ve got two awesome superfood dark bark recipes for you that are delicious and loaded with nutritional goodness – a win, win! The peppermint +  raw cacao is more of a traditional chocolate peppermint patty taste. It’s fresh and hits the holiday sweet spot! My cranberry coconut dark bark is more subdued but the tart cranberries make this combo a winner. Enjoy!

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Superfood Chocolate Chip Cookies

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Superfood Chocolate Chip Cookies

These are my new FAVORITE cookies. They are a definite go to when I want something sweet but without all of the sugar load and the grains that other cookie recipes have. Over the last few years, I’ve discovered that I’m pretty carbohydrate sensitive. For that reason, I’ve tried to avoid any refined sugars at all cost (the occasional indulgence is bound to happen) as well as most refined grains. I still want to enjoy food and enjoy my favorites – just without the junk.

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