Eating on the run, possible?

By Suzanne Monroe, Food Coach, Inside Out Wellness Food Coach

Click this link to read: Healthy Eating On-the-Go  Part 1

Mistake #3 - Confusing a snack as a meal

Eating on-the-go may mean eating smaller meals, more frequently.  It’s important to differentiate between a snack and a meal substitute.  A snack is usually one item, something that will tide you over in between meals.  A meal substitute is more like a mini meal.  It is larger than a snack and may substitute as a meal on-the-go until you arrive at your next destination.

Eating many snacks may not satisfy you, as you can easily skip some important nutrients.  Mini meals can provide energy and satiate you, but should be chosen wisely.  You want to make sure you are getting in essential energy boosters like protein, healthy fats, and whole grains. These are the foods that will give make your mini meal go much farther than your taste buds.

Try these mini meals for long-lasting energy:

• a fruit smoothie made with nut butter and yogurt
• healthy food bars without added sugar
• a hardboiled egg
• veggie sticks with hummus
• whole grain crackers with cheese
• or yogurt with granola and nuts.

Mistake #4 – Leaving Veggies Out

We’re supposed to get in nine servings of fruits and veggies per day.  Most Americans are hovering at about 2.5.  Fruits and vegetables are antioxidant powerhouses, so make sure to include them as often as possible.

Eating fruits and vegetables on-the-go are actually the fastest of fast foods.  There’s not much to crunching into an apple, peeling an orange or even tossing a salad with your favorite dressing.

There’s no cooking involved, yet on-the-goers tend to skimp on the fruits and veggies.  Bring some veggies sticks along for the ride or find stores that carry grab ’n go salads.

Learning the tricks of the trade of eating on-the-go is essential for staying healthy.

With a little planning and prep, you’ll be eating healthy in no time.

Click this link to read: Healthy Eating On-the-Go Part 1

Suzanne Monroe is a Food Coach and certified holistic health counselor.  She is a food coach with Inside Out Wellness, where she helps busy people finally answer the question, What do I eat? Contact Suzanne at smonroe@insideout360.com or call #888-WELL-360. To get your free report - Seven Tips to Improve your Health and Wellness go to www.insideout360.com.