Healthy Eating on the Go
By Gio Gomez
Healthy eating on the go can be challenging if you don’t set yourself up for success. It’s easy to rush out the door, forgetting to have packed your lunch at home or grabbed some healthy snacks. Or maybe you slept in because you were too tired and didn’t give yourself enough time to make lunch in the morning. Whatever it is, hopefully these tips can help you stay on track and be better prepared.
1. Know your schedule
If you know that you are going to have a busy day, plan for it. Prep your food the night before, if you know it might be a little more difficult to eat something more nutritious during your work/school day. It’s better to have your food prepared than to make poor food choices based on time.
2. Choose your snacks wisely
When choosing your snacks, make sure you grab ones that are lower in sugar and high in protein. Snacks high in sugar will not satisfy your appetite in the long run; they will only make you crave more sweets and can even leave you feeling tired. A protein-filled snack will keep you fuller for a longer period, at least until your next meal. Some examples of good protein snacks include Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, nuts such as walnuts and cashews, or even a beef/turkey stick.
3. Be smart about fast food
If you do find yourself in a pinch and you get fast food, challenge yourself to not just give in and order a large cheeseburger, Coke, and fries, instead, order a small diet Coke, diet lemonade, or water with your cheeseburger and a side salad or cup of fruit. By doing this, you can still enjoy that fast food meal without all the extra calories.
Resources:
https://diabetes.org/food-nutrition/eating-healthy/tips-eating-healthy-on-go