The Lunch Bunch

School makes me think about reading, writing, & LUNCH. It's easy to get into a lunch packing rut... especially if there is a picky eater is involved or restrictions are placed on what you can bring (e.g., no fridge, no microwave, allergy or diet, etc.).

Here are some things to consider.
- US News' 5 Tips for Packing Cheap (& Healthy) School Lunches 
- Good Housekeeping's Your Biggest School Lunch Problems-- Solved!
- WebMD's Cheap & Healthy Brown-Bag Lunch Ideas (for Grown-ups)
- FoodSafety.gov's Back to School (how to keep packed lunches fresh & safe)

A filling lunch should combine protein, whole grains, fruits & veggies plus some healthy fat. (Need a review?) Each one plays a role in making you feel full & energized. For most people, skipping food groups can lead to any number of issues, from short term discomfort to longer term
deficiencies. Proper portion control is also important.

Healthy Lunch Ideas
- SquawkFox's 10 Healthy Lunch Box Ideas for Under $2
- Parents' Healthy School Lunches & Snacks
- Greatist's 7 Portable, Healthy Lunches...
- Readers' Digest's 12 Healthy Salad Recipes That Will Make Lunch Exciting Again
- EatingWell's Cheap, Healthy Lunch Ideas for Work

For more inspiration, check out our Aug. 28, 2014, post for even more links.