Author: Alissa Dreger

snickers overnight oats

Snickers Overnight Oats

Gut Health Notes Oats and chia seeds provide soluble fiber that supports digestion and gut microbiome health. Greek yogurt adds protein and beneficial bacteria to support digestion. Balanced carbohydrates, protein and fats help support blood sugar stability and sustained energy. Using date syrup instead of refined sugar provides a more […]

strawberry pudding overnight oats

Strawberry Pudding Overnight Oats

Gut Health Notes Oats and chia seeds provide prebiotic fiber that helps support gut microbiome health. Greek yogurt adds probiotics and protein to support digestion and satiety. Keeping added sugar low helps maintain stable energy and avoid blood sugar spikes. Ingredient Notes I use Simply Delish sugar-free strawberry pudding mix for this recipe. […]

carrot cake overnight oats

Carrot Cake Overnight Oats

For the protein in this recipe, I use Naked Nutrition Naked Whey ISO (vanilla). It’s made with minimal ingredients and blends really smoothly into oats without that thick or chalky texture you get from a lot of protein powders. Keeping ingredients simple like this can be easier on digestion, especially if you’re […]

chocolate banana overnight oats

Chocolate Banana Overnight Oats

I use Naked Nutrition Vanilla Naked Whey ISO for this recipe. It blends really smoothly into oats and yogurt without clumping or giving that chalky texture a lot of protein powders have. It’s also made with minimal ingredients, so you’re getting a clean source of protein without added fillers, gums or artificial […]

chicken alfredo poblano

Chicken Alfredo Stuffed Poblanos

Gut Health Notes Using Greek yogurt and cottage cheese instead of heavy cream keeps this dish lighter while adding protein and beneficial bacteria. Spinach provides fiber and antioxidants that support gut health and overall digestion. Balanced meals with protein, healthy fats and fiber can help support blood sugar stability and […]

hawaiian chicken tacos

Hawaiian Chicken Tacos

Gut Health Notes Pineapple contains bromelain, a natural enzyme that may help support digestion. Cabbage provides fiber and plant compounds that help support gut microbiome diversity. Using Greek yogurt and cottage cheese in the sauce increases protein while providing beneficial bacteria and keeping the sauce lighter than traditional mayonnaise-based sauces. […]

homemade pistachio butter

Homemade Pistachio Butter

Gut Health Notes Pistachios are one of the most fiber-rich nuts and contain compounds that help support beneficial gut bacteria. They also provide healthy fats, plant protein and antioxidants that may help support heart and metabolic health. Including small amounts of nuts or nut butters regularly can help improve satiety […]

Pistachio Protein Mousse

Pistachio Protein Mousse

Gut Health Notes Cottage cheese provides high-quality protein and calcium while keeping the dessert creamy without heavy fats. Pistachios contain fiber and polyphenols that may help support beneficial gut bacteria. Balanced protein and healthy fats can help stabilize blood sugar levels, which helps prevent energy crashes after desserts.

coffee chia pudding

Tiramisu Chia Pudding

Gut Health Notes Chia seeds are rich in soluble fiber which supports gut microbiome diversity and helps promote satiety. Cottage cheese adds protein and calcium while keeping the pudding creamy without heavy cream. Coffee also contains polyphenols that may support beneficial gut bacteria.

chicken salad.

Jalapeño Grape Chicken Salad

Gut Health Notes Using Greek yogurt instead of a full mayonnaise base increases protein while keeping the recipe lighter and easier to digest. Greek yogurt contains beneficial bacteria that support gut microbiome balance. Grapes provide polyphenols, plant compounds that help support gut and metabolic health. The small amount of honey […]