Here are some ideas to make proper meals a part of your household.
- Take an hour on the weekend to plan meals, create a grocery list, and go shopping. Make sure to include anyone who lives in your household.
- In the grocery store, stay around the outer perimeter, where fresh fruit, vegetables, meat, and dairy are usually kept. Try to stay away from frozen and processed items.
- Take advantage of non-processed shortcuts, like pre-trimmed meat, salad kits, and pre-grated cheese.
- If you find it hard to keep fresh fruit in the house, try stocking up on frozen fruit.
- Try experimenting with slow cookers. They are inexpensive to purchase, use inexpensive ingredients, are easy to use, and they enable you to have supper ready as soon as you get home.
- Theme nights, like tacos or personal pizzas, are a great way to customize individual meals and encourage family members to try new things. Just remember to load up on the veggies and go easy on the dough and cheese.
By planning meals in advance, you’ll accomplish two things: you will reduce your stress during the week, as meals will be planned, and you will eat better and feel better!