Mareya Eats

If it’s still July and you’re over 50...it’s not a coincidence. It’s your sign. ✨

Not because the calendar says so.

Because something inside you has been whispering, “There has to be more for me right now.”

More strength.
More health.
More confidence.
More energy.
More adventure.
More purpose.
More life.

I’m looking for 50 women over 50 who are ready to stop chasing a number on the scale and start building a life they absolutely love.

Yes, we’ll talk about nutrition, protein, strength training, menopause, hormones, healthy aging, longevity, and body composition.

But we’ll also talk about something even more important...

How you see yourself.

Because transformation isn’t just about changing your body. It’s about changing your perception.

It’s learning to trust yourself again.
It’s building habits that last.
It’s saying YES to the trip.
YES to lifting heavier.
YES to trying something new.
YES to becoming the strongest, healthiest, most vibrant version of yourself.

This isn’t another diet.

It isn’t another 30-day challenge.

It’s about building a FOUNDATION for the next 30, 40, or even 50 years of your life.

For the first time ever, I’m opening one-on-one coaching through my FOUNDATIONS program.

For years, I’ve coached groups, spoken on stages, written books, and helped millions of people through television, recipes, and wellness education. But I’ve never offered this level of personalized coaching before.

If you’ve been craving accountability, expert guidance, and someone in your corner who truly believes your Power Era is just beginning...

I’d be honored to coach you.

We begin July 31, and applications are now open.

✨ If you’ve been waiting for a sign...

This is it.

👇 Comment TRANSFORM below, and I’ll personally send you the details.

Let’s build the strongest chapter of your life—together.

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I was 56 years old when I figured this out…

One of the things I’ve learned from traveling the world is that wellness isn’t always found in the latest trend... sometimes it’s found in the oldest traditions.

Last year, I went to Evian, for example. This water begins as snow and rain in the French Alps, then spends about 15 years slowly filtering through glacial rock before it ever reaches the bottle. Nature does all the work, creating its naturally balanced mineral profile along the way.

But what fascinates me even more is the town where it comes from—Évian-les-Bains. For more than 200 years, people have traveled there because of its famous spring waters and spa culture.

Long before wellness became a hashtag, or people drank water out of fancy bottles and cans, people understood the value of slowing down, getting outside, moving their bodies, and staying hydrated.

And maybe that’s the lesson.

Longevity probably isn’t hiding in one miracle ingredient or expensive supplement. It’s built through simple habits we repeat every single day.

So here’s your Thirsty Thursday reminder from your Internet Auntie: drink your water, nourish your body, take a walk, and remember... wellness doesn’t have to be complicated. Sometimes it starts with something as simple as what’s in your hand.

🤍m

Remember, you’re never too old and it’s never too late as long as you have breath in your lungs…

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What’s the best kinda date?
The one you can eat.🧁

Summer means it’s too hot to turn on the oven which is why these No-Bake Protein Date Cupcakes that eat like CHEESECAKE are my summer obsession.

As an Egyptian, I grew up believing dates were basically their own food group—and honestly, I still do.

Fun fact: Date palms have flourished along the Nile for more than 5,000 years. Ancient Egyptians treasured them as a symbol of abundance and vitality, and they’re still one of the most beloved foods across the Middle East today. I’d like to think my ancestors knew a thing or two about good nutrition.

These little beauties are made with Deglet Noor dates—often called nature’s candy. But unlike candy, dates come packaged with fiber, potassium, magnesium, and antioxidant polyphenols. That fiber helps slow the absorption of their natural sugars, especially when paired with protein-rich Greek yogurt and heart-healthy fats from nuts and seeds, making for a much more balanced sweet treat.

Each “cupcake” starts with naturally sweet dates, then gets topped with a creamy blend of Greek yogurt and protein powder, sprinkled with my Healthy Omega 3 Blend of nuts, seeds, and dried fruit, and finished with a drizzle of rich dark chocolate and a sprinkle of pink salt.

No oven. No refined flour. No frosting overload. Just real food with a little Egyptian flair.

Whether you need a healthy no-bake dessert, high-protein snack, gluten-free treat, or a satisfying post-workout bite, these check every box.

Why You’ll Love Them

☀️ No baking required
💪 16–18 grams of protein per serving
🌴 Naturally sweetened with fiber-rich dates
🌾 Gluten-free
❤️ Healthy fats and omega-3s from nuts and seeds
🍫 Creamy, crunchy, chocolatey, and completely satisfying

Estimated Nutrition (Per Cupcake)

Calories: 175–195
Protein: 16–18 g
Carbohydrates: 18–21 g
Fiber: 2.5–3.5 g
Total Sugar: 11–13 g (naturally occurring from dates)
Fat: 5–7 g

🧁DROP a DATE for the full how to and FOLLOW if you love a good healthy hack.

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Girls on Grill with Granny Guns - don’t forget that lean protein for the gains - it’s your longevity organ!

Make sure to come join me at FIT EXPO: WEST COAST’S LARGEST FITNESS EVENT for some very special guests. 💪🏽💪🏿Aug 29-30 at the Anaheim Convention Center. Use code SUPERFOOD for a big discount.

Thank you for relieving the emotional indigestion, Spain.🏆💃🏽🤍

On behalf of all the Egyptians
XM

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Flamenco interpretive dance of the World Cup final between Spain and Argentina.

The buildup.
The stomping.
The finale.
Olé!!!
Bravoooooo, España!
💃🏽💃🏽💃🏽💃🏽💃🏽🏆

You won the hearts of all the Egyptian aunties, especially me. 🥇

And most importantly, you restored our faith that good manners, hard work and great food wins everytime.

Te ganaste el corazón de todas las tías egipcias, especialmente el mío. 🥇

Y, lo más importante, nos devolviste la fe en que los buenos modales, el trabajo duro y la buena comida siempre triunfan.

إنت كسبت قلوب كل الخالات المصريات، وخصوصًا أنا. 🥇 والأهم من كده، إنك رجعتلنا إيماننا بأن الأخلاق والاجتهاد والأكل الحلو بيكسبوا دايمًا.

Muchissima Gracias!

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Viva España!🇪🇸⚽️🇪🇸
Best game of the World Cup.

And as we say, the ball don’t lie.💯

Gracias on behalf of every Egyptian, Vamoooooooos! 🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸

Adios Messi.

I predicted this btw, look at my last post. 🤗

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Spain for the win!🇪🇸
The star dish for the summer and I don’t mean Lamine Yamal.

Espetos from the Costa Del Sol of Malaga.♥️🍽️

What’s not to love about freshly cooked sardines over flaming embers served from a boat on the beach for two euros are serving? Pull up and grab a seat.

The sardines are so good for you, full of essential fats, protein, and good for your heart. At 2 Euros a serving, eat your heart out.

Eat or Pass? ⬇️⬇️⬇️

Eat more FOOL.🇪🇬🤣كل فول أكث

True story about my experience with Egypts national dish…

What dish did you grow up on that taste better than it looks?⬇️⬇️⬇️

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There are a lot of titles attached to my name - and none really matter except…

Proud Egyptian Mama. (My son calls me PEM).

We’re built a little different.🤪Ya’any, IYKYK. We’re obsessively loving and doting and feeding you and in your business may be more than you’d like.

I can still see the little girl who reached for my ear like a security blanket😝.

And at the very same time, the woman who’s about to be married.

How can both exist at once?

Motherhood has a way of bending time like that. And it’s the greatest privilege I’ve ever been given. 🤍

People often ask how I managed to build a career.

What they don’t see are all the moments behind the scenes when everything else stopped because one of my children needed me.

A fever.
A broken heart.
A celebration.
A sports event.

A phone call.

There was never a question of what came first.

Not once.

Now, like so many Gen X moms, I’ve stepped into another season—the one where you’re still showing up for your children while also caring for aging parents. We hold hands on both sides of the generation before us and the one after us.

It’s beautiful.

It’s exhausting.

And somehow, we keep going.

So today, I just want to say this:

To every mom carrying more than anyone knows... I see you.

The sacrifices no one applauds.
The tears no one witnesses.
The love that asks for nothing in return.

You are doing sacred work.

Just promise me one thing...

Somewhere in the middle of taking care of everyone else, don’t forget the woman they all depend on, and your well-being.

Take the walk.
Book the trip.
Lift the weights.
Laugh with your friends.
Protect your peace.

Because your story matters, too.

♥️M

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