A survey of 2,000 Americans examined the emotions and attributes that make people feel self-conscious about their appearance — and revealed 59% aren’t comfortable in their skin. Even worse, 20% of young people aged 2 to 19 years and 42% of adults have obesity, which can put them at risk of heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and some cancers according to the Centers for Disease Control.
As a liposuction surgeon in Omaha, Nebraska, I’ve helped thousands of patients look and feel their best through cosmetic enhancements and procedures. Liposuction is not a weight loss solution alone but just like diet and exercise, it is another great tool to lose stubborn fat. These healthy meal prep ideas are meant to inspire you and find what works best for your healthy lifestyle journey!
Here are 4 Healthy Meal Prep Ideas from a Cosmetic Lipo Surgeon
Overnight Oatmeal
Carbohydrates don’t deserve the bad reputation they get. They are necessary and wonderful for fueling your body to do all the incredible things it does. Oatmeal is rich in fiber and grains and become more beneficial when you add wholesome toppings such as berries, dark chocolate or almond butter for more antioxidants and healthy fats. Overnight oats allows you to plan ahead for a nutritious meal that will keep you fuller for longer on those busy mornings.
Egg Bites
A protein-rich breakfast idea, egg bites are great because you can truly customize it to your and your family’s choices! Prep them in muffin tins, bake and warm it up in the microwave or freeze for later! I personally love ham, cheese, bell peppers and a bit of jalapeño from time to time.
Adult Snack Trays
The delights of a childhood lunchtime favorite can also be made into an adult healthy meal prep for lunch! To make this lunch, balance this meal with a protein, healthy fat, vegetables and good carb source. I personally like to switch between ham, cheddar, muligrain crackers, grapes and carrots with hummus or turkey, swiss, multigrain crackers, bell peppers, apples and peanut butter. It’s great if you’re not a fan of eating the same thing over and over again.
Pasta Alternatives
It’s a guilty pleasure for many but that doesn’t mean you have to cut out pasta in your healthy lifestyle! There are many alternatives such as fresh zucchini noodles or chickpea protein pasta that will happily fulfill your carb desires without breaking your goals. Even regular whole wheat pasta is fine as long as it’s in moderation!
