#brownbagging

Did you know that spending $5.00 for lunch every day for one year could cost you a total of $1,250? It also takes a toll on your waistline since it's harder to find healthy options when dining out.

Here are some helpful tips to help you achieve your health and financial goals with a brown bag lunch:

Leftovers to the rescue! Make a large healthy dinner the night before and save some leftovers for lunch!  

Pack lots of fresh vegetables and fruits that are in season to save on cost and have a delicious snack.

Try a rotisserie chicken as your lean protein source and eat it throughout the week. You can make a wrap or salad with it for some variety. Take a look below for some healthy tips to make a sandwich! 

If you are having a work party or catered lunch, make sure to pack a healthy snack or treat in your lunch bag as an alternative. Take a look at some Carb-controlled cheese snacks and High fiber snack ideas!

Try menu planning. Take a few minutes to figure out what you will bring for lunches and dinners throughout the week. You can use this plan to create your grocery list and be prepared for the whole week.

Tip: Put your meals into containers before you eat at the dinner table, so it's ready to go in the morning.

Let us know what tips and tricks you have for packing a work lunch. Post on the comments below or use #myhdl on social media with your lunch time meals!