Since I can change my own time and schedule at work, it’s a matter of priorities. I can just cook and feel that I’m not doing anything wrong by putting my health in first place.
I’m sticking to things that are easier to make-such as eggs and salad,fruits and nuts and my favorite is Quaker with milk and cinnamon
Meal prep on the weekend for a few days ahead, or on a night when you get home earlier from work. Meal prepping can even be marinating the chicken and setting it aside to cook tomorrow in the fridge.
You cook when you have nothing to do, so cook something that’s good for your health or maybe not. It’s like a hobby, but it’s even better.
I don’t! A good breakfast can be making a smoothie the night before, drinking a healthy juice and grabbing an oatmeal bar.
Sleep earlier, and wake up a bit earlier, fresher and you will have the time to cook something delicious for yourself and others :)
I choose recipes and meals that are quick to cook. If it takes longer than 25-30 minutes I find something else. In the morning I usually eat oatmeal with soy or almond milk with walnuts or almond and berries or apples. You can sweeten it with honey or pure maple syrup. For lunch I do an open face tuna salad over 1/2 avocado or leftovers from dinner. Dinner is the meal I spend the most time on. I like to roast veggies and chicken for a total of 4 servings. Then if I run out of time to make lunch or dinner the next day I have a backup plan. Snacks are usually non-fat yogurt with berries or a protein shake with veggies.
By making time, for example through waking up 15 minutes earlier. Cooking doesn’t have to take long if you know a couple of good recipes.
Meal planing is the answer. During the weekend, list what you will eat every day. Go buy the ingredients. The meals that can be prepared and put in the fridge / freezer are the fastest. For salads leave them in boxes without sauces. Every day take a box with you to work. That’s what I do.
Preparing everything the night before is a good idea if you are short on time in the morning. Maybe boil eggs and keep them in the fridge. Make sure it’s something you enjoy so you it’s easier to motivate yourself.
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