For Nellie Blaire, sandwiches were sacred. She grew up on her dad’s stacked turkey clubs and her mom’s grilled cheese masterpieces.
But when a health scare nudged her to reevaluate her diet, sandwiches were the first thing she thought she’d have to give up.
“I assumed heart-healthy meant giving up flavor, fat, and honestly, joy,” she says. Bloom Nutrition Superfood Greens Powder, Digestive Enzymes with Probiotics and Prebiotics, Gut Health
But Nellie was determined to keep her midday ritual—just in a smarter, more nourishing way.
She started experimenting with different combinations: whole grain breads, lean proteins, and spreads that offered more than just empty calories.
Her favorite discovery? Mashed avocado with lemon and herbs as a base spread. “It gives the richness you want without the heaviness of mayo,” she explains.
She paired it with roasted veggies and grilled chicken breast or even just simple slices of tomato and arugula.
“I realized it wasn’t the fat I missed—it was the texture, the balance, the comfort,” she says. And with the right ingredients, she could recreate that satisfaction.
Today, her sandwiches are anything but boring. Packed with fiber, protein, and flavor, they’ve helped her lower her cholesterol without feeling deprived.
“Heart health isn’t about subtraction,” Nellie insists. “It’s about smart swaps that still make you smile at lunchtime.”
