Meal Prep for Weight Loss: Easy Healthy Meal Ideas to Kickstart Healthy Eating Reset
I get asked all the time, "Is meal prep really worth it? Yes! It can make a huge difference for many people—especially busy, health-conscious women that struggle to eat healthy consistently. The key is to ask yourself a few questions when deciding if meal prepping will work for your lifestyle:
- Do you have access to healthy meal and snack options throughout your day?
- Do you have time to travel and buy healthy food regularly?
- Can you guarantee that when you're busy, hungry, and tired, you’ll be able to make a healthy food choice?
For me, meal prep has been a game changer, especially as a busy working mom. It ensures that I’ll always have a nourishing meal waiting for me, even on days when I'm too tired to cook or grab something healthy.
Meal Prep Myths: It’s Not Just Chicken and Broccoli!
A lot of people think meal prepping is just about chicken and broccoli for days. That’s a myth! In fact, I meal prep for 3-day periods at a time. Why? Because meals last better in the fridge for 3 days, and I don't get tired of eating the same food! Meal prep can be whatever you need it to be. You can prep a few healthy high protein breakfasts and lunches for the week, or make an easy ow-calorie meal with chicken breast or chop up fruits for quick snacks and meals.
Think Outside the Box with Meal Prep
Meal prep is all about making it work for your lifestyle. You don’t need to stick to basic meals—high protein pancakes, healthy cupcakes, nourish bowls, , or healthy pastas even pizza can all be prepped ahead of time. Meal prep doesn’t have to be restrictive or boring, and it definitely doesn’t mean that you need to eat the same thing every day. It’s about creating balanced, easy-to-grab meals that you can feel good about.
The Benefits of Meal Prep
Meal prep can save time in your busy week. Yes, it takes a little time upfront, but the time it saves during your week—whether for quick, healthy lunches or easy family-friendly dinners—is absolutely worth it. Whether you're looking for a 5-day reset or a quick, nutritious meal for your workday, meal prep can help you stay on track with your goals.
Start Small and Set Yourself Up for Success
Don’t feel overwhelmed—start small! Pick a day during the weekend to do a little meal prep for the upcoming week. It could be just prepping lunches, making a batch of healthy snacks, or cooking one or two meals in advance. The time you invest in preparing meals ahead of time will pay off by making it easier for you to make healthier choices throughout the week.
I promise you, meal prep will help you stay on track and make healthy eating easy, especially when you're busy and don’t have time to cook every day.
Looking for more easy meal prep ideas? Check out my time saving Real Nourish meal prep mixes. Made just for busy women, And don’t forget, meal prepping is a great way to reset your healthy eating habits, get organised for the work week and spend less time thinking about what to cook and eat!