Published May 3, 2026, 10:30 AM EDT Patrick is a seasoned writer with more than a decade of experience, specializing in any and all things tech. His work has been featured on platforms like CNET, Yahoo, Xfinity, and many other outlets. When not typing away, he can be found with his nose in a book.  You know what motivates you to change your cooking habits? Having a heart attack at 36. In the past month, I've had to shift away from everything I thought I knew about cooking to low-sodium options that focused on whole grains and healthy fats. That means frozen pizzas, sweet snacks, and even the vegetarian meat substitutes I loved so much are all on the no-fly list. I've basically had to re-learn how to cook. But thanks to Mealie, that's been a bit easier — and I can better plan my meals for the week ahead, so I'm less tempted to reach for something easy and convenient. Mealie now lets users import meals from YouTube and TikTok, and that has opened up a lot of doors.…