How I Mastered Meal Prep With The Click Of A Button

There is no reason to not take control of your diet and nutrition the way you do other elements of your health. We spend so much time trying to better ourselves but quickly slip up when we prioritize convenience. Whether it happens when we spot a drive thru on our way home from work or going to the cafeteria at lunch because you didn’t have time to pack something.

The allure of convenient meals at the click of a button is undeniable. However, not all options are created equal, and making informed choices is crucial when considering factors like cost, time efficiency, and overall health impact. In the journey towards finding your meal prep solution, it’s essential to weigh the pros and cons of various options available to you.

Fast food:

PROS

  • Quick and convenient

  • Satisfies cravings

  • Everyone can be picky and get what they want

  • Low effort

CONS

  • Need to spend time travelling to the restaurant

  • Typically less healthy

  • Costs more money for lower quality

  • Can create food waste

  • More trash created due to excess packaging

Delivery apps:

PROS

  • Instant gratification

  • Wide variety of choices

  • Some healthier options

  • No cooking required

CONS

  • Longer wait times

  • High cost due to fees and tips

  • Unhealthy options

  • Drivers can get lost and orders can get mixed up

Meal kits:

PROS

  • Delivered directly to your door

  • Often has healthier options

  • Instructs people on basic cooking skills

  • Cuts down on food waste due to specific portion sizes

CONS

  • Need to cook and clean

  • Unreliable ingredient quality and portions sizes

  • Unreliable delivery mode

  • Lots of packaging

Meal prep:

PROS

  • Saves time during the week

  • Can be tailored to your specific dietary needs

  • Reliable

CONS

  • Takes time and effort to cook and clean for prepping session

  • Lack of variety

  • Not flexible if your plans change during the week

Easy Platter personal chefs:

  • Meals fully prepared for you by a vetted chef

  • Tailored to dietary needs

  • Chefs cook and clean

  • Get recommendations to achieve wellness goals

Learn more about how these options stack up against personal chefs by visiting the Easy Platter website.

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