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This fun collaboration is brought to you by Let's Feel Good (a wellness implementation resource) and Grace & Greens. We’re sharing better-for-you swaps of the meals and snacks you absolutely loved as kid!
The nostalgia of childhood snacks
There’s something comforting about enjoying a snack or sweet from childhood. Even seeing the colorful packaging of Little Bites Muffins or a Cosmic Brownie at the store reminds me of being a kid.
At the time, concerns were small and I had my whole life in front of me. My focus was purely on getting to play outside as much as I could and how I was going to have the best lemonade stand ever. Such simple times.
Now, as an adult, life moves quickly and those moments of simplicity seem to be in the distant past. It can be comforting to call an old friend from the neighborhood or cozy up to watch an old movie. There seems to be something grounding about doing something that your younger self loved so much.
Nourishing foods can be fun & flavorful
While many of the foods from childhood were lacking in anything but artificial flavors and sugars, there is still a comforting value that they have to offer. After all, food has this powerful ability to tie us to memories.
Here’s the great news! Using a few smart swaps and flavorful ingredients, it’s easy to nourish your body while enjoying flavors that remind you of your childhood.
No more sugar crashes or over-indulging in low quality ingredients. Instead you get the benefit of the nostalgic flavors you love, with added health benefits.
If you aren’t convinced yet, I’m so excited for you to try these special edition recipes! My absolute favorite is the Better-for-you mini Reese’s peanut butter cups - chocolate and peanut butter is the ultimate combination.
Which snack are you going to make first?
Healthier swaps of your childhood favorites
Nourishing your body well with good food
Nourishing your body well means you can show up as the best version of you.
Nourishing your body well means feeling good and full of energy.
Nourishing your body well means being able to live out what you were called to do.
What would it look like for you to nourish your body well next time you were craving a moment of comfort or simplicity?
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Best,
Grace
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Need to add these peanut butter cups to the line up!