You’re at work, hungry without a meal, only have a half hour for lunch and fast food restaurants are the closest options to you. You don’t want to be stuck in this situation. It’s simple, if you pack your own lunches at home, you’re more likely to eat healthier meals. Here are some things you can do to make it happen:
Plan out meals – Take one day (perhaps a Sunday) to plan out healthy lunches for your work week. Depending on your dietary needs, try to incorporate veggies, whole grains, and fruit. Keep in mind that lunch doesn’t have to be boring. If you crave more than sandwiches, there are many other options for a healthy lunch. Look up some recipes online if you need some ideas.
Meal prepping – After you have all your ingredients, set some time aside to prepare your meal. It’s best to do it all in one day if you can, whether it’s one meal or multiple meals for the week. Don’t wait until the last minute. If it’s a matter of slicing veggies for a salad or sandwich, don’t wait until the morning of work to do. If you happen to be running late, you may not have time to prepare your meal.
Portion out food – It’s best to put your prepared lunch in containers ahead of time. For instance, you can easily place a pasta meal in portion-sized containers for each day of the week. This way, all you have to do is grab it and go in the morning before work.
Now, this doesn’t mean you can never eat out for lunch. Just try to limit how often you do, especially if you tend to choose unhealthier options. This will make it easier to maintain or lose weight as well as help with your overall health.