About Me
Welcome to
Mita’s Made-Over Meals!
Hi! I’m Namita, but my friends call me Mita. I’m a self-taught cook, clean-eating foodie, recipe developer, food blogger, content creator, and freelance non-fiction television producer. I love music, my home team sports, dancing, reading, and of course—food!
This is the place where I make over those so-called “naughty” recipes into healthier dishes and tweak “healthy” ones to make them even better for you. If you’re looking for more nutritious versions of the foods you love, you’re in the right spot!
I want to show you that nourishing your body and enjoying your life go hand-in-hand. Whether it’s nutrient-dense breakfasts and breads, snacks and smoothies, dips and dressings, or dinners and desserts, I'll demonstrate not only how to make your favorite meals both delicious and packed with nutrients, but also how easy it is. Yup, that means I’ll show you how to whip up everything at home, so you won’t have to rely on the store-bought stuff anymore! Plus, everything tastes so much better when you make it yourself.
My Journey with Food
I created this space because I’ve been on a bit of a wild ride when it comes to nutrition and wellness. For years, I was caught in the cycle of yo-yo dieting, consistently trying to follow every new fad. I began seeing food as either “good” or “bad,” a mindset that just added stress and restriction to eating. If you’re like me, you probably feel overwhelmed by the constant flood of information out there. I read everything I could find and dove headfirst into “clean” living, and I mean headfirst! I threw out all of the processed food in my house, replaced everything with organic options, got rid of my toxic cookware, switched plastic containers for glass ones—you name it, I did it. I even started “helping” my loved ones by doing the exact same for them! I became a self-proclaimed health expert; even my doctors were surprised at how much I knew.
But while all of this felt empowering, it was exhausting too. All of that knowledge wasn’t making me happy or healthy. I’d spend hours grocery shopping, reading labels, washing, chopping, and cooking one day only to end up eating an entire bag of chips the next. As health-focused as I tried to be, constantly losing and gaining weight was incredibly harmful to me. It was frustrating, and I knew something had to change. I needed a way to enjoy my life and fuel my body without feeling so stuck.
It took me a while, but I realized I had developed orthorexia, an obsession with eating "clean." For too long, I avoided anything I considered "unhealthy." But restricting myself wasn’t nourishing my body or mind—it was depriving me. The turning point came when I understood that wellness isn’t about perfection; it’s about balance. Allowing myself to enjoy those "bad" foods in moderation has been healthier for me, both physically and mentally. Now, when I’m out with friends and family, I don’t worry about calories or whether something is organic at my favorite sports bar. I can enjoy the moment without stress.
Where I am today
I’m so grateful to finally have this awareness because I absolutely love food! But I’m still careful about what I put in my body. The old saying, “When you know better, you do better,” is 110% true in my book. I do the best I can, but honestly, there’s just too much out there to worry about. I can’t control it all, and embracing that feels so freeing!
I’ve also learned that I don’t need to follow one specific diet. Some of my recipes are refined-sugar-free, low-carb, or gluten-free, while others are low-calorie, vegetarian, or keto-friendly. I love baking with alternative flour such as coconut, almond, or even cassava flour. And in most of my recipes, I always try to sneak in a few veggies! One thing I can promise is that I will offer a variety of flavorful, wholesome, and satisfying made-over meals that will surprise you because you won’t believe they’re actually good for you! And for all you exotic food lovers out there, I’ll also be sharing cuisine inspired by my Indian heritage!
Why I created
Mita’s Made-Over Meals
I’m sharing my story with the hope it resonates with someone out there, so you don’t have to wander down the same road I did. Please know that you’re not alone, and there are others who truly understand what you're going through.
My goal with Mita’s Made-Over Meals is to be a resource for those looking to enjoy nourishing and delicious dishes without deprivation. I hope my recipes encourage you to join me on this ongoing journey of finding peace, balance, and enjoyment with all foods.
Because I truly believe… we can have it all!
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