PLANNING & PRE-PACKING YOUR MEALS

Before you roll your eyes, trust me I have rolled mine already.

Planning and packing meals ahead is the baggage that comes with eating clean. 
You can't just go with the flow. Annoying, right?! Tell me about it!
Deepsigh! Anyway these are some tips I believe should be helpful.

Thank me later, lol!

Here I have cooked bulgur, veggies, boiled plantain and vegetable soup aka efo riro

1. Prioritize health.

The first key is staying motivated: Keep your health goals in focus. You simply have more control over any health goal — eating more fruits and veggies, lowering calories, eating less fat — by packing your own meals.

2. Prioritize budget.

Another benefit to remember, especially if you have specific saving or financial goals: Packing a meal is nearly always cheaper than eating out!

3. Make enough dinner for leftovers.

4. Have backup staples ready to go.

Leftovers or freshly made — either way, it's good to have some fill-in staples ready to go for days when your lunch isn't quite enough.

5. Take cues from what your kids love.

If you're packing for kids, make sure they have a say!

6. Don't force yourself to eat things you don't like.

If lunch isn't something you like, then it will be a chore. Make sure you're giving yourself something to look forward to.

7. Use leftovers creatively.

Leftovers aren't just leftovers; it can get boring eating the same things day after day, so find ways to mix it up.

8. Plan the meals you want to cook. (If you wish, you can create and follow a food table).

9. Prepare…Your list of food items/grocery list.

10. Cook more than one portion and freeze/refrigerate.

11. While packing food, try pre-packing per portion (i.e. in the quantity you usually consume at once).

12. Dedicate time on weekends/ after work during the week to make your meals in advance.

13. Keep your desk stocked with essentials.

N.B -  It is advised you cook meals that you would usually consume within 3 days or thereabout, especially for those who are particular about having their meals have that "fresh-y-ness".

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