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Even though the world outside may have slowed down this past year, it sure didn’t feel like that for most families. In between Zoom meetings and classes, running after little ones, or caring for an older family member, many had a hard time making healthy food choices. For some, that fast-paced life is far from being over. Now that summer is here; we might be adding traveling and taking kids to and from soccer, baseball, piano practice, etc. to our to-do list. Here are some tips to make healthy eating on the go a little easier.
- Prep your meals – Meal prepping can save you time and money. Plan on shopping and cooking on the weekend instead of trying to fit it in during the week.
- Prep and pack snacks – In addition to prepping your meals, prep your snacks as well! Have baggies of mixed nuts and chopped vegetables, boiled eggs, and a variety of fruit you can grab ready to go.
- Don’t forget to hydrate – Carry a water bottle with you during the day so that sipping becomes habitual. This will help you avoid mistaking thirst for hunger.
- Don’t skip breakfast – Make your first meal a priority. Include fiber, protein, and healthy fats in your breakfast to help keep you fuller longer. Cottage cheese with berries, oatmeal with nuts/nut butter, or Greek yogurt with berries or unsweetened coconut flakes are all great options that are easily thrown together. Hard boiled eggs are a great grab and go breakfast as well. Missing this meal may set you up for unhealthy choices later in the day.
- Look into meal delivery – Reduce some stress by investing in a healthy meal kit service to deliver on a regular basis.
About the Author:
Anna Valverde has always had a passion for fitness and wellness. She received her Bachelor’s in Physical Education with an emphasis in teacher education from Chico State University and has been in the fitness/wellness industry since 2002. In addition to fitness and wellness, her pride and joy are her two young boys. They are 2 and 4 and keep her on her toes. Her family loves to be outdoors hiking and swimming; and the boys love their weekly visit to the zoo! She is the Wellness Program Manager at the Sony site in San Mateo.
