One of the greatest ways to sabotage a diet is to constantly eat out! Although swiping a credit card is much easier than pre-packing a midday meal, doing just that leaves people at risk of over indulging and under nourishing themselves!
In an attempt to make lunch packing as easy as it was back in the day when mom handled the task, Bento Boxes have become the latest trend. Originally a Japanese version of a traditional brown bag, Bento Boxes included a fish or meat, rice and pickled vegetables. The different lunch staples were stored in smaller covered containers within the box and commonly presented in animal or artistic shapes.
Today Bento Boxes stay true to their roots in shape and organization style, but focus less on pretty presentations and more on portion control. In addition, packing techniques attract picky eaters who prefer that their food groups remain separate and adventurous eaters who thrive on unique dining experiences!
For the finicky foodies and / or the daring diners interested in jumping on the Bento Bandwagon, here are some key tips for making the most out of your lunch:
1. Balance the Bento Box with quality carbohydrates, fats and proteins
2. Use left overs to speed up the preparation process of the Bento Box
3. Let the Bento Box inspire your meal choices - AND keep you mindful of portion control
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