Meal Prep for Busy Days - Day 10

Written By Shelley Rael, MS RDN

Welcome to Day 10 of the 12 Days of Wellness 2024. Here is your tip for today.

Busy holiday schedules can lead to skipped meals or unhealthy takeout. Prepping meals in advance saves time and ensures you and your family have nourishing options ready to go.

Why It’s Important

  • Meal prep reduces stress and decision fatigue.

  • It helps you stick to balanced eating habits.

  • Prepped meals save time and money during the busy season.

Prep ingredients in advance, like chopping veggies or cooking grains.

3 Quick Tips to Implement

  1. Prep ingredients in advance, like chopping veggies or cooking grains.

  2. Make double batches of meals to freeze for later.

  3. Use slow cookers or one-pot recipes for quick and easy dinners.

Take Action Today: Plan and prep one meal to simplify your week and stay on track.

Shelley Rael, MS RDN

Shelley A. Rael, MS RDN, is a dedicated Registered Dietitian Nutritionist based in New Mexico, USA. As the owner of Real World Nutrition, her private practice, she's passionate about guiding individuals toward eating and living healthier in the real world. Beyond one-on-one consultations, Shelley is a multifaceted professional. She's a podcaster, author, speaker, and consultant known for her commitment to dispelling nutrition myths and providing evidence-based information. Her mission is to empower people to achieve improved health, wellness, and energy without resorting to restrictive diets or misinformation.

https://www.shelleyrael.com/
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