The great news is that being "on the go" doesn't mean your health and diet have to suffer. While racing from one place to another, keep these smart eating tips in mind.
Tip #1: Always keep your water close.
If you don't like plain water then add some lemon juice or fruit slices to it for flavor, or choose some flavored vitamin water for added nutrients.
Tip #2: Take breakfast on the run.
Grab a healthy breakfast bar or piece of fruit that is easy to take with you and eat in the car. Foods like bagels, low-fat string cheese or yogurt are also good options for a healthy and quick "on the go" breakfast.
Tip #3: Take your lunch with you in an insulated lunch box.
Carrots, walnuts, peanut butter on 100 percent whole wheat bread are all easy, quick foods that can be placed into your lunch box to keep you from being tempted to go through the fast food drive through. You can also keep protein bars or snack bags of almonds or raisins in your purse or glove compartment in case you're caught by hunger pangs and haven't packed a lunch.
Tip #4: Opt for Kid size meals if you must go through the drive through.
If it's absolutely necessary for you to go through the drive through, then opt for kid's meals with fresh fruit or a side salad with low-fat dressing. Most fast food chains are catching on the the fact that people want healthier options and have some type of salad or fruit menu items to appease the "health nuts" in the world. Grilled chicken is always better than breaded or fried, and skip the mayo and other fatty spreads.
Tip #5: Need a coffee break?
If you are like me and you crave that afternoon cup of coffee, opt for low-fat, sugar free versions of your favorite latte or frozen coffee, and skip the whipped cream and caramel drizzle.
So as you can see there are a few simple choices that we can make to prepare in advance for a long day of errands and shopping. Remember, you deserve to be healthy, but it is up to you to make the right choices to feed your body the healthy food it craves. Until next time, keep choosing the healthy, happy life you deserve.
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