Eating On The Go

As a college student, considering what one is to eat at every hour of the day is very important.

We need meals that will fill our abyss-like stomachs and replenish the nutrients we lose with every hour that passes whilst accomplishing our daily activities.

There is a plethora of options out there to choose from when on the run or when looking for a fulfilling snack. However, because of convenience we do not usually aim for the healthiest options simply the ones available.

To resolve this trend which deteriorates our health, we must be prepared for any situation. This means knowing what to choose when eating out or when in a rush.

Foods that will get the job done include a variety of fruits, veggies, and legumes which supply us with simple sugars to keep us awake, fiber to keep our systems clean, protein for muscle growth and a plethora of vitamins.

When eating out, I have gathered 10 tricks to keep in mind:

•  Check the menu before leaving home if possible.
• Think ahead what you may desire.
• Ask waiter to skip the bread basket.
• Stick to water and natural juices.
• Start with a side.
• when ordering, ask for things to be done your way. If you rather not have dressing, or cheese on your salad let them know.
• Ask for triple the veggies. Much smarter option than rice or fries!
• Order from the “healthy, low fat” options on the menu.
• Remember portions are important if entrée is too big take half to go.
•  Eat slowly. It takes the body around 20 minutes to feel full, so the slower you chew and the more distractions during the meal will allow for you to feel full with smaller amounts.

These tricks will bring you closer to your health goals and will help you not to stray, remember it takes 22 days to form a habit!

Fruits are the easiest and healthiest snack to obtain when in a rush, stocking up on a variety of these yummy foods will prevent you from reaching for a cereal bar or pop-tart which have no health benefits, unless you consider arterial blockage a benefit. In fact, snacks such as fruits contain fiber which is a catalyst for the digestive system to run smoothly.

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Eating high protein foods such as nuts, beans, and soy/vegetarian meats will fulfil your daily protein requirements and provide a satisfying feeling. Plant based diets are high in iron, and eating vitamin C during your meals will help your body to absorb these nutrients. The only thing to consider is taking a Vitamin B12 supplement to provide reinforcement and this can be as easy as waking up in the morning and taking a pill with a glass of water. If you wish to improve focus and improve mental processing consider taking omega 3, 6, 9 alongside the B12 for a brain power boost!