We've all been there! A week so jam-packed with appointments, to-do lists and activities that you can't even fathom cooking.. let alone cooking healthy! The craziness leads to us grabbing food on the go (usually the sugar-filled, processed stuff), and spending a ton of money on eating out.
I've found the perfect way to kill two birds with one stone with these guys! Enter: The Mason Jar.
Here's how to prepare your own jars of healthy goodness to leave in your fridge for the week, take to work, or grab & go:
1. Buy some mason jars.
Mason jars are really inexpensive! You can find them everywhere, even at your grocery store. Buy the bigger size for 'meal' portion. Skip using ziplock bags for storage.. reduce, reuse & recycle! Plus, the mason jars will keep your food layered instead of mixing together!
2. Shop for produce & start chopping.
Buy foods you like! There are so many possibilities. Layer fruit, yogurt, granola & nuts for a healthy start to your day. For lunch, layer veggies, leafy greens, nuts, grains & your favorite dressing! When your ready, pour it into a bowl & dive in!
3. Plan for the week.
How many jars do you need for the week, ideally? Make enough ahead of time so you don't find yourself stranded mid-week. Make a commitment to 'brown-bagging it' (or should we say, 'mason jarring it'?) so that when you DO get to eat out, it's more enjoyable!
4. Check your bank account.
For all the money you saved, of course!
Tammy Fodrey & Biopharma Scientific
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