Meal planning and prepping for success from "summary" of Naturally Keto by Brenda Bennett
Meal planning and prepping are essential components of a successful keto lifestyle. By taking the time to plan out your meals in advance, you can ensure that you are staying on track with your goals and avoiding the temptation of reaching for unhealthy options when hunger strikes. Prepping your meals ahead of time also allows you to save time during the week and ensures that you always have a healthy option ready to go. When it comes to meal planning, start by taking inventory of what you already have on hand in your kitchen. This will help you to avoid buying unnecessary items at the grocery store and ensure that you are using up ingredients before they go bad. Once you have a good idea of what you have to work with, sit down and plan out your meals for the week. This can be as simple as jotting down a few ideas for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, or as detailed as creating a full meal plan with recipes and shopping lists. After you have your meals planned out, it's time to prep. This might involve cooking up a big batch of protein, chopping vegetables, or portioning out snacks for the week. The key is to do as much as you can in advance so that when it comes time to eat, all you have to do is heat and serve. Investing a couple of hours on the weekend to prep can save you a lot of time and stress during the week. Having a well-thought-out meal plan and prepped meals not only sets you up for success but also helps to eliminate decision fatigue. When you already know what you are going to eat, you are less likely to give in to cravings or make impulsive choices. Additionally, having healthy options readily available makes it easier to stick to your keto lifestyle and reach your goals.- Meal planning and prepping are powerful tools that can help you stay on track with your keto journey. By taking the time to plan ahead and prep your meals, you can set yourself up for success and make healthy eating a seamless part of your daily routine.
