In a fitness industry saturated with misleading dieting advice and fleeting diet trends, one business is changing the narrative. Barb Bolotte, Founder of Clean Creations, found her love for nutrition through fitness. But her path to success was challenging. After breaking free from the world of competitive modeling and its detrimental dieting habits, she found herself facing weight gain that seemed uncontrollable. Determined to make a change, Barb discovered her true calling and started Clean Creations. What began as a service helping people with competitive dieting, evolved into cooking colorful, creative, and tasty meals for delivery. In this episode, Barb talks to Jen about pivoting from competition dieting to starting a business delivering nutritious meals, eating disorders in the fitness industry, and exciting recipes offered by Clean Creations. Key Takeaways [01:38] - Barb discusses her passion for arts and crafts. [02:37] - What inspired Barb’s journey into health and wellness? [04:25] - Barb discusses eating disorders in bikini competitions. [05:44] - When Barb realized what food had the right ingredients. [07:15] - What made Barb start the IIN nutrition program? [08:47] - Ingredients in Clean Creations meals. [10:58] - Popular foods offered by Clean Creations. [12:03] - Inflammatory ingredients in New Orleans shrimp and grits. [14:49] - What ingredients Barb’s customers want in their foods. [17:53] - Clean Creations client transformations. Quotes [11:46] - “It doesn’t have to be really complicated to be a great dish.” ~ Barb Bolotte [15:06] - “Unfortunately, our healthcare system is not giving them the tools or awareness that is needed to properly read labels.” ~ Barb Bolotte [18:11] - “One of my affirmations and mantras is my body is my business!” ~ Barb Bolotte Links  Barb Bolotte on Instagram Clean Creations Clean Creations on Instagram Mr Olympia The Institute for Integrative Nutrition Tony Chachere's Connect with our host Jen on Instagram Jen on Facebook Wake Up and Read the Labels! Schedule a 15 Min Breakthrough Chat with a WURL Food Coach! Subscribe and stay in touch Apple Podcasts Spotify Google Podcasts