Fall into Wellness: The Power of Meal Prepping

As the weather turns cooler and your schedule fills with school events, work meetings and extracurricular chaos, one simple habit can help you stay grounded and nourished: meal prepping. More than just a time saver, meal prepping is a form of self-care. So, this fall, carve out a little time each week to nourish your body and mind. Your future self will thank you.

By planning and preparing meals ahead of time, you’ll see benefits in both your waistline and wallet.

Health Benefits

• Stay on track with wellness goals by avoiding last-minute fast-food runs.
• Control portions and ingredients, reduce excess sugar, sodium and unhealthy fats.
• Support energy, blood sugar and focus throughout the day with balanced meals.

Budget Benefits

• Save money by buying ingredients in bulk and reducing food waste.
• Avoid impulse purchases at cafés or convenience stores.
• Maximize time by cooking once for multiple meals.

To help you get started, here are three easy, batch-friendly recipes perfect for busy fall mornings, lunch breaks and when you just need that little something sweet.

Breakfast: Pumpkin Spice Overnight Oats

Lunch: Autumn Quinoa Salad

Snack/Dessert: No Bake Apple Cinnamon Energy Bites