Melissa Urban

Melissa Urban

Melissa Urban is an 8x New York Times bestselling author (including the instant bestseller, The New Whole30) who specializes in helping people establish healthy boundaries and successfully navigate habit change. She has been featured by the New York Times, People, the Wall Street Journal, Forbes, The Today Show, and Good Morning America, and is a prominent keynote speaker on boundaries, building community, health trends, and entrepreneurship. She lives in Salt Lake City, UT with her husband, son, and two rescue doodles.
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Whole30 Citrus Kale Salad

This salad will have those who think they don’t like kale going for seconds!
5 Way The Whole30 Calms Sugar Craings
October 26, 2021, 2:29 pm
  • Diet and Nutrition

Can’t get a handle on sugar? It’s not you, it’s your brain. Here are five ways Whole30 helps.

By Dr. Nicole Lippman-Barile For years I hid under the premise of someone who just had a “big sweet tooth,” but it was more...
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July 28, 2021, 1:20 pm
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Dear Melissa: Is this Whole30 Compatible?

Dear Melissa, Is this Whole30 compatible? <attached photo of ingredient list>  Love, Everyone Dear Everyone, We have compiled 1,734 resources to help you determine...
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July 9, 2021, 2:01 am
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We quit publishing before and after photos. Here’s why.

In the early days of Whole30, the first Whole30 testimonials I shared on both my CrossFit training blog (where the Whole30 was born) and...
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July 6, 2021, 9:11 pm
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Dear Melissa: How do I continue my Food Freedom Post COVID-19 Pandemic?

Dear Melissa, I did a Whole30 program during the pandemic, and since then, have had a lot of opportunities to hone in on my...
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Whole30 Grilled Steak Salad with Peach Vinaigrette

This is a composed salad in that the elements are arranged on individual serving plates, not tossed.
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Whole30 Chicken Chopped Salad

Pomegranate arils, or seeds, give this Whole30 Chicken Chopped Salad a juicy burst of flavor and crunchy texture, while orange segments add sweetness.
Dear Melissa—Melissa Urban wearing a light blue jean top and darker blue jeans, cooking on a wooden table top, and smiling at the camera.
May 24, 2021, 2:57 pm
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Dear Melissa: I Need Ideas for Whole30 Constipation Relief

Dear Melissa, I have been looking for remedies for Whole30 constipation relief. Could you help here? – Thanks, Julie Hi Julie, I’ve collaborated with...
Whole30 Salt Lake City Dining Guide Hero
January 1, 2021, 11:00 am

The Whole30 Salt Lake City Dining Guide

By Melissa Urban I’m asked for dining recommendations in Salt Lake City ALL THE TIME, so it’s fitting that we’re finally making my guide...
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Potato Sausage Breakfast Bites

Warm up to The Whole30 Friends & Family Cookbook with one of our favorite breakfast recipes — Whole30 Potato Sausage Breakfast Bites!
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Mushroom-Stuffed Beef Roulade with Garlicky Green Beans from Cooking Whole30

Roulade is the French term for a thin piece of meat rolled around a savory filling, usually some combination of vegetables, bread crumbs, and cheese.
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  • Soups, Stews and Chilis

Smoky Sweet Potato Chili from The Whole30 Slow Cooker

This Whole30 smoky sweet potato chili is a special preview recipe from The Whole30 Slow Cooker by Melissa Urban.
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Whole30 Skin-On Garlic Smashed Potatoes with Crispy Prosciutto, Onions, and...

These Whole30 garlic smashed potatoes are made creamy with ghee and coconut milk and topped with caramelized onion, crisped prosciutto, and toasted pine nuts.
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November 16, 2020, 1:41 am

Ask an Expert: Five Perspectives on Food, Family and the Holidays

The holiday season is approaching, and although this year will look different in many households, many of your concerns remain the same. You want...
Whole30 Hot Artichoke-Parsley Dip with Roasted Fingerling Dippers
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  • Dips, Sauces and Dressings

Whole30 Hot Artichoke-Parsley Dip with Roasted Fingerling Dippers

Try this Whole30 Hot Artichoke-Parsley Dip with Roasted Fingerling Dippers from The Whole30 Friends & Family.
Whole30 Shrimp Stir-Fry over Cauliflower
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Whole30 Shrimp Stir-Fry over Cauliflower Grits from The Whole30 Fast & Easy...

This hearty Shrimp Stir-Fry over Cauliflower Grits is perfect for a cozy night in, and has all of the flavors and textures that you’ve been craving.
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Whole30 Almond-Crusted Onion Rings with Green Onion–Cracked Pepper Aioli ...

Skip the fryer, and whip up a batch of oven-baked onion rings.
Houe Ranch Whole30 Twice Baked Potatoes HERO
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Twice-Baked Ranch Potatoes

Twice-Baked Ranch Potatoes 4 medium (6 to 8 oz each) russet potatoes, scrubbedOlive OilCoarse Salt3 slices Whole30 Approved or compatable bacon1/4 cup WHOLE30 Ranch Dressing2 tbsp ghee2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley2 tbsp snipped fresh chives, plus more for garnish1 tbsp chopped fresh dill1 clove garlic, minced3/4 tsp coarse black pepper PREHEAT oven to 425°F.
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