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The Secret to Healthy Eating in Our 50s? A Chef in Our Pocket

Cynthia Mckinley
ByCynthia MckinleyJan 10, 2025In Partnership With CookUnity

Old habits die hard. But even at age 59, I believe the best is yet to come—so changing habits around what I eat was necessary. I roped my husband into it because I knew doing it together was the best chance for success. He happily agreed and suggested we try CookUnity to help support our weight loss goals.

I swear I dreamed of a fresh, restaurant-quality service like CookUnity a decade ago when I was out of meal ideas for my family and wished a chef could come feed us. Now it’s real, and these chef-crafted, balanced meals that come right to our door help us stay on track with healthy eating instead of falling back on heavy casseroles. Here’s how CookUnity’s dietician-backed, nutrition-packed meals keep us fed and focused. 

You can’t beat the convenience

As a former skeptic, I can’t believe I’m saying this, but CookUnity makes healthy eating effortless. Deliveries arrive weekly, so our fridge is always stocked with fresh meals made by celebrity chefs like Esther Choi and Ludo Lefebvre. They store easily and stay fresh, ready for whenever we need them. 

When it’s time to eat, we heat them up, and dinner is on the table within minutes. It removes the chance to detour to eating something “easy,” aka something lazy and unhealthy. I still can’t believe how the meals taste like they just came out of a restaurant kitchen—flavorful, balanced, and satisfying, without the hassle of planning, cooking, or cleanup.

Chef-prepared and ready-to-eat (and REALLY delicious)

Can a pre-cooked meal that’s ready in under 5 minutes actually be healthy? Could it possibly taste delicious? I had my doubts, but CookUnity proved me wrong. 

These dishes, crafted by over 80 award-winning chefs including some names I know like Fabio Viviani, arrive fresh and fully prepared. Just heat in the microwave for 2-4 minutes or in the oven for 10-15 minutes. The portions are generous, but it’s the flavor that really took me by surprise. 

I couldn’t believe how much tasty complexity was packed in—everything we’ve tried has been really satisfying, but nothing can compare to the Crispy Tilapia with broccolini. That dish was just fabulous! The best part about the balanced meals is they keep me full for longer so I’m reaching for empty-calorie snacks far less often.

Good food starts with good ingredients

CookUnity meals are crafted with fresh, high-quality ingredients—we’re talking seasonal veggies, premium proteins, and whole grains. You can taste the nutritional richness in every bite. Plus, since these dishes are prepared in small batches, the attention to detail is clear: perfectly seasoned, thoughtfully balanced, and nutrition-packed. It feels like eating at a top-notch restaurant—minus the temptation of a drink or dessert—in a way that’s sustainable to enjoy from home.

It’s right in line with our budget

Since the kids grew up and moved out, I have tried shortcuts to make meals easier, including meal kits (they created so much waste) and even seasons of eating out often, which really got costly and didn’t agree with our waistlines. 

CookUnity meals cost less than dining out and often less than takeout. At under $6 per meal with the first box discount, then $11.09 per meal with the 16-meal plan, it’s an affordable way to enjoy high-quality, nutrition-packed dishes without overspending. 

Take it from us: you should try CookUnity

As a couple who has lived long enough to see dozens of diet fads come and go, we know that the best way to stay on track with our weight loss goal is to commit to eating right. Nothing beats CookUnity for staying on track. 

The meals are fresh, nutritious, and delicious, and the convenience makes it easy to stick with healthy eating. Plus, with 50% off your first box, there’s no reason not to give it a shot. For a simple way to support your goals, CookUnity is your next move.