Tips for Eating Healthy On The Run

Whether you're traveling or rushing around taking care of your daily tasks, you don't need to give up healthy eating simply because you are on the run.  The fact is, healthy eating is even more important when you're trying to keep up with a busy schedule.

Eating a good diet will help your body handle stress better.  As you hustle about your daily routine, a healthy meal is probably the last thing you think about, but it's important.  The following tips can help you eat well no matter where your busy day takes you.

Restaurant Chipotle Mexican Grill. (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

Restaurants
With tempting menus, large portions, and a festive atmosphere, it's easy to skip healthy eating.  It's okay to splurge every now and then, but you'll pack on a lot of weight if you make it a habit.  When you eat out at restaurants, always be smart about it. Choose restaurants with healthier options, such as salads and fresh sandwiches, or one of the popular new "pick your ingredients" chains, like Chipotle or Piada - that way you can choose the ingredients you want in your food. And if they serve large portions, take half home for lunch tomorrow - you'll get two meals in one!

Airports
An airport can be a very stressful place, but you shouldn't scrap your diet because of it.  Eat because you are hungry, not because of stress, boredom, or to kill time. It's not always easy, but try to find places with healthier options that aren't fried or dripping in grease.

Nuts & dried fruit. (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

In Your Car
Keep some healthy snacks in your car at all times, so that when you get hungry, you have them on hand. Nuts are great for this - they pack a nice punch of vitamins, minerals and healthy fats, and they have enough protein to satisfy any hunger pangs until you get a real meal. If you have a sweet tooth, try a trail mix with nuts and dried fruit for a savory and sweet treat that will satisfy all your cravings at once!

At Home
Evenings and mornings are busy times in most homes. Making the time to eat can be hard, but you shouldn't run out the door without eating breakfast first.  Cereal with milk, a banana, muffin, or yogurt is a great way to start the day.

Anytime you are on the go, always make sure that you make the right food decisions.  You can take healthy food with you if you need to, so that you have it on hand when you need it.  Eating healthy on the go isn't that hard to do, once you know how.  Never sacrifice healthy food for junk, as your body will regret it later.

And be sure to check back Wednesday for some healthy sandwich ideas that are great to take with you on the run!