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Your Health Champions’ Ideas for Healthier Lunch
There are several benefits to packing your lunch. It can be cheaper than buying lunches at restau-
rants, you can save time compared to having to find a place to buy lunch, and you know you will
have a healthful meal. Revamp your brown bag lunch by trying these healthy lunch options:
• Low-sodium turkey, low-fat cheese and avocado (no more than 2 slices) on whole-grain bread
• Low-sodium roast beef, tomato, alfalfa sprouts and red or sweet onion on a whole-grain
bun/bread spread with low-fat garlic and herb cheese spread
• Grilled eggplant and fresh mozzarella drizzled with olive oil and balsamic vinaigrette, topped
with fresh basil leaves and served on a whole-grain bun or baguette
• Smoked turkey topped with sautéed onions and mozzarella or feta on whole-grain bread
• Roasted turkey, light cream cheese, cranberry sauce and lettuce on whole-grain bread
Pack a side of baby carrots, cherry tomatoes or other veggies to go with your sandwich and
include a piece of fresh fruit or fruit cup packed in juice for dessert.
Don’t forget to pack your water bottle. Try freezing to keep them cold. Other refreshing drinks
include an iced herbal, flavored or plain tea. Sweeten tea with a splash of juice, slice of fruit or a
small amount of your own sweetener. A can of regular soda contains about 10 teaspoons of
sugar, which can add excess calories to your day.
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