The Fitness Magazine: Brown-Bag It: 5 Easy Homemade Lunch Ideas

Sunday, July 23, 2017

Brown-Bag It: 5 Easy Homemade Lunch Ideas

"When you are in the midst of a fog and can't see the shoreline, you need a compass. Reach out to a trusted friend or adviser for perspective. People are not hard-wired to go it alone. They need others to survive and thrive."— Edward T. Creagan, M.D.

Meals Made Easy

Get into the habit: Pack a power lunch

Are you stuck in a salad or PB&J rut? Do you supplement lunch with snacks from the vending machine on busy days? Upgrade your midday meal with these simple suggestions — plus, you'll save money and eat healthier meals in the process!

Try these easy lunch-packing ideas »

Move More
Do you sit too much?
Sitting for long periods of time has been linked to a number of health concerns. According to one study, people who spend more than four hours a day in front of a screen have a higher risk of early death in general and a higher risk of events related to heart disease, such as chest pain or heart attack. Don't believe it? Stand up and read on.

Get moving with these tips »

Today's Weight-Loss Tip
Easy ways to cut calories
You don't have to go to drastic measures to decrease your calorie intake. Try these tips: Skip one fatty, high-calorie item a day, and keep an eye on portion sizes. Stop eating before you get full, and always aim to leave food — even a couple of bites — on your plate. These small changes will add up to big results!