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The Better Life Project Helping people build healthier lives through evidence-based nutrition, intentional habits, and a balanced approach that actually fits real life.

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Get Enough Protein 💪🏼If you want steady energy, improved body composition, and balanced nutrition… start with protein.Ma...
02/17/2026

Get Enough Protein 💪🏼

If you want steady energy, improved body composition, and balanced nutrition… start with protein.

Many people under-eat protein and then wonder why they feel:
• Tired by mid-afternoon
• Constantly hungry
• Craving sugar
• Struggling to build or maintain lean muscle

Here’s how to structure your day:

✨ Prioritize protein at every meal
Aim for 25–40g per meal depending on your size and activity level.

✨ Build your plate around it
Choose your protein first (chicken, salmon, Greek yogurt, eggs, beef, tofu, cottage cheese), then add fiber-rich carbs and healthy fats.

✨ Eat protein within 1–2 hours of waking
This helps regulate blood sugar and supports more stable energy throughout the day.

✨ Post-workout = essential
Your muscles need amino acids to repair and adapt.

General guideline:
👉🏼 About 0.7–1g per pound of goal body weight (adjust based on training and goals)

Protein isn’t just about muscle.
It supports immune health, metabolism, recovery, satiety, and overall body maintenance.

Start here. Stay consistent. Watch your energy shift.

If you want help determining your personal protein target, comment “PROTEIN” below 👇🏼
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Strong. Supportive. All in. Coach Missy is here to help you grow.
02/15/2026

Strong. Supportive. All in. Coach Missy is here to help you grow.

Try something new this week.Meal prep challenge: kabocha squash. High in fiber, loaded with beta-carotene for immune sup...
02/14/2026

Try something new this week.

Meal prep challenge: kabocha squash.

High in fiber, loaded with beta-carotene for immune support, rich in vitamin c with antioxidants, naturally low calorie, high satisfaction!

Wash, chop, roast, and enjoy! Don't even need to peel it.

❤️ Valentine’s Day Dessert Idea: Strawberry Chia Pudding ❤️Looking for something sweet that won’t leave you in a sugar c...
02/14/2026

❤️ Valentine’s Day Dessert Idea: Strawberry Chia Pudding ❤️

Looking for something sweet that won’t leave you in a sugar coma?

This Strawberry Chia Pudding is naturally sweet, packed with fiber, and loaded with omega-3s — the perfect balanced treat for date night or self-care night.

✨ Ingredients:
• 2 tbsp chia seeds
• ½ cup unsweetened almond milk
• ½ cup fresh strawberries (blended into the milk)
• Optional: splash of vanilla

Stir together and refrigerate for 2–4 hours (or overnight).
Top with sliced strawberries and a few dark chocolate shavings for that Valentine’s touch.

Simple. Nourishing. Festive.

Because balance > restriction — even on holidays. 💗
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The infamous waffles!  Drizzle with a little honey and add in some fruit!  (400 calories: 55 g carb, 32 g protein, 6 g f...
02/12/2026

The infamous waffles! Drizzle with a little honey and add in some fruit! (400 calories: 55 g carb, 32 g protein, 6 g fiber). Pro tip: batch prep the waffles over the weekend so that you have them to go during your busy mornings!

Carbohydrates have gotten a bad reputation over the years.But here’s the truth:Your body needs them.Carbs fuel your brai...
02/11/2026

Carbohydrates have gotten a bad reputation over the years.

But here’s the truth:
Your body needs them.

Carbs fuel your brain so you can focus at work.
They fuel your muscles so you can get through your workouts.
They help stabilize your energy so you’re not crashing at 3pm or raiding the pantry at 9pm.

For busy parents juggling careers, kids, workouts, and life — under-fueling often backfires.

More fatigue.
More cravings.
More frustration.

Instead of cutting carbs, try choosing them intentionally.

Fruit.
Potatoes.
Rice.
Oats.
Beans.

Balanced nutrition > strict food rules.

You don’t need extremes.
You need consistency and enough fuel to support your real life.

Looking to build sustainable health habits that actually last?We’re now offering Monthly Wellness & Nutrition Coaching d...
02/09/2026

Looking to build sustainable health habits that actually last?

We’re now offering Monthly Wellness & Nutrition Coaching designed to give you personalized guidance, accountability, and long-term success.

The first step is simple.

Book your FREE 15-minute conversation to see if it’s the right fit for you. No pressure — just a conversation.

👉 Click the link in our bio to schedule your free consult.

🍕 Happy National Pizza Day! 🍕Pizza night doesn’t have to derail your goals.Try this simple BBQ Chicken Pizza made on who...
02/09/2026

🍕 Happy National Pizza Day! 🍕

Pizza night doesn’t have to derail your goals.

Try this simple BBQ Chicken Pizza made on whole wheat English muffins — balanced, satisfying, and family-friendly.

✔️ Lean protein
✔️ Whole grains
✔️ Easy to make
✔️ Ready in minutes

It’s a great reminder that healthy eating can still include your favorite foods.

Grab the full recipe here:
https://www.myplate.gov/recipes/bbq-chicken-pizza

If you’re working on building sustainable habits, this is exactly the kind of realistic swap we love to teach. 💛
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🏈 Super Bowl Sunday just got a whole lot better 🙌These Buffalo Chicken Potato Skins are bringing all the game-day flavor...
02/08/2026

🏈 Super Bowl Sunday just got a whole lot better 🙌

These Buffalo Chicken Potato Skins are bringing all the game-day flavor without the extra heaviness. Crispy potato shells loaded with shredded chicken, a kick of hot sauce, creamy goodness, and topped with fresh tomatoes & green onions? Yes please. 🔥🥔

It’s the perfect crowd-pleasing bite that gives a nod to classic wings — but with a Better Life Project twist. Don’t forget the celery sticks on the side for that full buffalo experience!

Recipe adapted from MyPlate.gov
🔗 https://www.myplate.gov/recipes/potato-skins-buffalo-chicken

Who are you cheering for tonight? ⬇️

Looks healthy… but did you read the label? 👀🍎Some apple chips contain 24g of added sugar per bag — that’s 6 teaspoons an...
02/07/2026

Looks healthy… but did you read the label? 👀🍎

Some apple chips contain 24g of added sugar per bag — that’s 6 teaspoons and the daily limit for many women and children.

“Made from fresh apples” doesn’t always mean low sugar.

Before you buy:
✔️ Check Added Sugars under Total Sugars
✔️ Read the ingredient list
✔️ Look for simple ingredients (apples + cinnamon 👏)

Healthy starts with reading the label.

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02/03/2026

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