Packing a lunch bag for on the go
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Before you hit the road, pack a lunch bag that stays fresh and nutritious all day. Here's how to do it smart.
Eating on the road doesn't have to mean a gas station sandwich. With a little preparation, you can pack a lunch that keeps your energy up and stays fresh all day. Choose ingredients that can handle a bit of a knock: whole grain bread, lean meat, fresh vegetables and fruit, and swap out mayonnaise for hummus or yogurt.
Slice everything into bite-sized pieces ahead of time, make your sandwiches, and add some healthy snacks. When packing, think about temperature: ice packs at the bottom, heavy items low, light things on top. Eat within four hours or keep everything below five degrees, and it'll stay safe and tasty until your last stop.
Choose ingredients that don't spoil quickly: whole grain bread, lean meat, fresh vegetables and fruit. Swap out mayonnaise for hummus or yogurt.
Slice fruit and vegetables into bite-sized pieces and make your sandwiches or wraps with your favorite fillings.
Suggestion: Throw in some nuts or granola bars for the road.Pack with ice packs at the bottom, heavy items like drinks and fruit low, and lighter things on top so nothing gets squashed.
Eat your food within four hours of taking it out of the fridge, or keep it below five degrees in a cooler, to prevent food poisoning.
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