Create a lunch station.

Designate a space in your kitchen that will hold the items you need for packing lunches. Have enough sealable containers that allow you to prepare lunches at least two to three days in advance. Keep thermoses, forks, spoons, napkins, and lunch bags in this designated spot. This prevents wasted time searching for items, making lunch prep go quickly.

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Pack your snack bag

Don't become a victim of airport food courts and gas station food. While healthier options are becoming more available, nothing beats having your own stash of snacks to turn to. Pack foods with complex carbohydrates, healthy fats, and lean protein to keep you satisfied. Try roasted chickpeas, a healthy muffin, and some fruit.

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When most people hear "malnutrition," they picture someone who is dangerously thin. That's only half the story — you can carry extra weight and still fall short on the nutrients your body needs. Researchers call this "hidden hunger," and it's more common than you'd think.

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High-protein, low-carbohydrate diets come in many forms. Doctors prescribe some to help manage conditions like diabetes, while others may put you at risk for nutrient deficiencies. Before cutting carbs, it's worth taking a close look at what the plan actually involves and whether it supports your long-term health, rather than serving as a quick fix for weight loss. Here are six things to consider first.

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There is no need to feel deprived or hungry when you are trying to lose weight. Understanding more about the energy density of the foods you eat will help you reach your goals while feeling full and satisfied.

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Research supports that a plant-based diet is beneficial to health, but cutting out animal products won't suddenly make a poor diet nutritious. Whether you are interested in becoming a healthy vegetarian or simply want to improve your eating habits, follow these nutrition tips.

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Suggested fluid intake is often used interchangeably with suggested water intake, but fluid requirements are met through both foods and drinks. In fact, food typically provides roughly 20% of your fluid needs.

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What is gluten?

Gluten is a protein naturally found in wheat, rye, and barley. Gluten provides elasticity to dough, helping baked goods rise and hold shape while giving them a chewy texture. Gluten is also used to make vegetarian meat substitutes, such as seitan.

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Is it habit or hunger? Before you grab a snack, stop and assess how you feel. If your stomach is grumbling or you can't focus, you likely need to eat. If you feel anxious, stressed, or bored, you may be eating out of habit. Find an activity to distract you, such as making a phone call or taking a short walk.

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We all know that unhealthy eating can lead to weight gain and chronic disease, but we often overlook other symptoms of a poor diet that can make daily life uncomfortable and lead to more serious issues in the future.

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