Healthy-ish Happy Holidays: A Mom's Recipe for Honoring Family, Cooking and Being Well Through America’s Favorites Paperback – November 11, 2025

Healthy-ish Happy Holidays: A Mom’s Recipe for Honoring Family, Cooking, and Being Well Through America’s FavoritesBy Melissa Mooney-Lopez (“Be Well Mel”)Are you searching for a healthier spin on comfort food with easy-to-follow recipes? In Healthy-ish Happy Holidays, certified Integrative Nutrition Health and Wellbeing Coach Melissa Mooney-Lopez shares her heartfelt collection of nourishing, family-inspired recipes that prove healthy can still mean hearty, festive, and full of flavor.Blending modern wellness with cherished family traditions, Melissa invites you into her kitchen to experience the art of reimagined comfort food. From Christmas favorites to brunches and backyard BBQs, every recipe celebrates family traditions paired with bold flavors and the freedom to indulge without the guilt.In these pages, you will find:Wholesome recipes for all of America's favorite holidays, including Pumpkin Chili, Roasted Citrus Root Veggies, and even Boo-Nanas for the kids.Tips and tricks to simplify cooking, reduce stress, and create more joy around your table.Crafts and DIY gifts that make your gatherings more personal and meaningful.A mindful approach to holiday eating that honors health, nutrition, and tradition.Whether you’re hosting a family Thanksgiving or contributing a single dish to a St. Paddy's potluck, Healthy-ish Happy Holidays will help you create memorable meals that nourish your body, delight your family, and fill your home with love—all year round.Her love letter to her family is filled with recipes that honor her roots while offering a lighter, more nourishing twist on beloved comfort foods; it reminds us that the holidays should be about savoring, not stressing. Melissa's philosophy is simple: being well isn't about perfection-it's about creating moments of connection, joy, and love that last long after the dishes are cleared. She believes, "Cooking is one of the greatest gifts you can give to those you love." - Ina Garten.Live, Eat, Think, Be Well.Be Well Mel Read more