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Discover the art of preparing healthy brown bag lunches with insights from Registered Dietitian Kelly Morrow and nutrition expert Rachel Bishop. Start by planning your meals, shopping smartly, and keeping it simple. Learn how to stock up on seasonal produce and save money with bulk purchases and coupons. Enjoy nutritious meal ideas like Homemade Curry and Fall Harvest Minestrone that are both affordable and satisfying. Embrace healthier eating habits while saving time and money with homemade lunch solutions!
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Healthy Brown Bag Lunches Rachel Bishop with Kelly Morrow MS, RD.
Where to start 1. Plan Ahead 2. Shop appropriately 3. Keep it Simple/Resources
Plan Ahead Avoid spontaneous purchases of foods that are more expensive and less likely to be healthy. • Find your inspiration: Menu Plan • Make time to shop • Be a weekend chef • Storage
Shop Appropriately • Look for what is in season and local. • Buy in bulk • Use coupons
Keep it Simple • Load up on the vegetables • Bastyr Healthy Plate • Protein, Grain, Vegetable, Fruit
Benefits to Brown Bag Lunches • Healthier • Saves time • Saves money
Meal Ideas Homemade Curry with Tomatoes and Garbanzos -cost per serving: $1.75, Recipe makes 6 servings Fall Harvest Minestrone -cost per serving $1.36, Recipe makes 10 servings Subway vs. Homemade: Subway $4.50 + tax 6’ sandwich Lettuce: $1.99/head (10 sandwiches) Tomato: $1.25/lb (3-4 sandwiches) Sliced turkey: $3.99/lb (4 sandwiches) Whole Wheat Bread: $2.25 (10 sandwiches) Total: $5.50 for 4 sandwiches OR $1.40/ sandwich