Tips to avoid the top 5 meal planning mistakes.
Meal planning is essential to low stress healthy eating.
The 5 most common mistakes I see in my practice:
Not enough variety: Don’t eat the same thing every day. Aim for 5 different colors of fruit and vegetables daily. Plan protein so that you have a different one every third meal or so.
Ignoring Proportions: Focus on filling 75% of your plate with plants and 25% or less with lean protein for balanced, nutrient-dense meals.
Overlooking Nutritional Balance: Ensure your meal plan provides the right mix of macro-nutrients (protein, carbohydrates, fats, and micro-nutrients (vitamins and minerals) from a wide variety of foods.
Not Planning Snacks: Plan 2-3 healthy, balanced snacks like fruit with nuts, veggies with hummus, or yogurt with berries.
Failing to Plan: Meal Planning (and prepping) saves time and reduces stress. Spend a few hours prepping ingredients and portioning meals for the week ahead.
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