5 tips for Healthy Tradie Lunches
As a hardworking tradie, it’s essential to nourish your body with healthy, satisfying meals to keep your energy levels up and perform at your best. In this blog post, I’ll explore the world of low carb lunches specifically designed for tradies. Discover tips, ideas, and delicious recipes that will help you pack a nutritious lunchbox and stay on track with your low carb lifestyle.
Who am I?
Hi, I’m Liza, a low carb Nutritionist from Jervis Bay, NSW. I specialise in Health and Weight Loss programs for Tradies!
My Top 5 Tradie Lunchbox Tips
1. Power-Packed Proteins for Sustained Energy:
Protein is the building block of muscle and provides long-lasting energy. The best protein sources to include in your low carb lunches are beef, chicken, shellfish, lamb, turkey, pork, duck, fish, good quality sausages or plant-based options like tempe. You can incorporate these proteins into salads, wraps, or enjoy them on their own!
2. Healthy Fats: Boosting Satiety and Flavour:
Contrary to popular belief, healthy fats are an important part of a balanced low carb diet. Avocado, olives, nuts, and seeds offer a dose of healthy fats, which help keep you satisfied and provide a delicious flavour to your meals. Add them to your lunchbox, whether it’s through sliced avocado in salads or wraps, a handful of nuts as a snack or using seeds as a salad topping.
3. Bread Alternatives: Low Carb Options for Tradie Lunches:
Traditional sandwiches can be high in carbs, but don’t worrk, there are lots of low carb options. No, I’m not going to tell you to wrap your tuna in a lettuce leaf! There are high protein/low carb breads and wraps, even gluten free ones. These options will allow you to enjoy your favourite lunchtime sangas without compromising your health goals.
4. Vibrant Veggies: Snack on Nutrient-Rich Goodness:
Vegetables are packed with nutrients and fiber while being low in carbs. Fill your lunchbox with a variety of colorful veggies like leafy greens, capsicum, tomatoes and cucumbers. These can be enjoyed raw as a salad or lightly cooked and seasoned.
5. Meal Prep in Advance:
Planning and preparing your meals in advance can save time and ensure you have a healthy lunch ready to go. Take some time at the beginning of the week to batch cook proteins like chicken legs or burger patties. Prepare a variety of vegetables and portion them into containers for easy assembly during the week. My favourite lunches are Jar Salads – you can make up 5 lunches on a Sunday arvo and they will stay fresh in the fridge all week.
Healthy Tradie lunches can be both nutritious and low carb-friendly, providing you with the energy and sustenance needed to tackle your workday. By incorporating high-quality proteins, vibrant vegetables, healthy fats, and exploring bread alternatives, you can create delicious and satisfying meals that will keep you going strong.
Pack your lunchbox with these low carb options and experience the benefits of fueling your body with the right nutrients!
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Liza.
Please note that the information provided in this article is for educational purposes only and should not replace medical advice.
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