Meal prepping can be a game changer when it comes to eating healthy and staying on track with your nutrition goals. By taking some time to plan and prepare your meals for the week ahead, you can save time, money, and stress. Here are some tips for successful meal prepping:

1. Plan your meals: Take some time to decide what meals you want to eat for the week. Consider your schedule, dietary needs, and any special occasions that may impact your meals. Write down your plan and make a grocery list.
2. Shop smart: Stick to your grocery list and choose fresh, whole foods whenever possible. Consider buying in bulk to save money. Don’t forget to stock up on food storage containers to store your meals.
3. Prep your ingredients: Spend some time washing, chopping, and cooking your ingredients. This will make the actual meal prep process much smoother and quicker.
4. Cook your meals: Batch cook your meals for the week and portion them out into your food storage containers. Label each container with the meal and date.
5. Store your meals: Store your meals in the fridge or freezer depending on when you plan on eating them. Make sure to reheat thoroughly before eating.

I normally meal prep on Sundays for the week ahead. Some of my favorite meals to prep are green salads, fruit salads, and chickpea & quinoa bowls. I incorporate at least 16 to 32 oz of cold pressed juice daily that I normally prep on Sundays as well. The juices normally last 72 hours in the refrigerator and if I don’t consume by this time frame I freeze them.

Meal prepping may take some time and effort, but the benefits are worth it. By having healthy meals at ready, you’ll be less likely to reach for unhealthy options and more likely to stay on track with your nutrition goals.