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LUNCH
Want a healthier, less expensive lunch? Pack your own! Here are some budget-friendly,
creative lunchtime ideas:
Make a Smarter Sandwich:
• Use different breads like 100% whole-wheat tortilla wraps (choose wraps low in
saturated and trans fats) or 100% whole-wheat pita pockets.
• Besides lettuce, try shredded carrots or avocado slices with a turkey or lean roast
beef sandwich.
• Buy store brand blocks of low-fat, low-sodium cheeses. You save money when
you slice it yourself.
• Instead of lunchmeat, try leftover grilled chicken, lean pork or an egg white salad
sandwich.
• Always pack sandwiches with a mini cooler pack to keep them fresh and safe.
Love those Leftovers:
• Low-sodium tomato, vegetable or bean soups
• Chili made with lean or extra lean ground meat or turkey
• Whole-wheat spaghetti with low sodium tomato sauce
• Low-sodium baked beans, bean casserole or beans & rice
• Invest in a thermos to keep foods hot or cold
Source:
American Heart Association
Tips for a Healthier Lunch
