Meal Prep Made Easy: Quick Tips and Tricks for Healthy Eating on the Go

Mealtime Magic & Mayhem

In this episode of Mealtime Magic & Mayhem, host Tricia Clark invites mental health therapist and holistic wellness coach, Desiree Argentina, to share her expertise on making healthy eating easy through meal prepping. As the host of "The Wellness Project" podcast, Desiree engages with experts in the wellness field and individuals sharing their mental health journeys.

🥦 Eating for Mental Health:

Desiree emphasizes the mind-body connection and how the food we eat can impact our mental health and gut health, which in turn affects the brain. They discuss the importance of incorporating more vegetables and fruits into our diets to improve mental health, while also acknowledging the importance of individual dietary needs.

💪 Meal Prepping Made Easy:

Desiree provides practical tips on meal prepping to make it a sustainable habit, including organizing and automating meal planning. They encourage listeners to create folders on platforms like Pinterest for easy access to recipes based on specific dietary needs or preferences.

🌱 Vegetarian Meal Prepping:

Tricia expresses her interest in learning from Desiree about meal prepping as a vegetarian, and how to obtain a variety of nutrients and flavors throughout the week.

🥘 Repurposing Leftovers:

The upcoming episode about repurposing leftovers is mentioned, offering ideas for those who don't like eating the same thing repeatedly. Tricia encourages listeners to stay tuned, as it promises to be an enjoyable episode.

🍳 Tips for Busy People to Start Meal Prepping:

Desiree offers simple and easy tips for busy individuals to start meal prepping, such as prepping breakfast, lunch, or dinner for the week. They emphasize the importance of starting small and gradually adjusting as needed.

🧠 Diet, Lifestyle, and Mental Health:

The connection between diet, lifestyle, and mental health is discussed, emphasizing the importance of moderation and self-compassion in making dietary choices.

🎧 Connect with Desiree:

Desiree's podcast, "The Wellness Project," delves deeper into topics related to mental health and wellness. They encourage listeners to subscribe for more valuable insights. Desiree can also be found on social media and in their Facebook group, where daily content on mental health and wellness is shared.

🌍 Cultural Mindset Shift:

The need to shift our mindset towards a more mindful approach to eating is emphasized, as well as the availability of resources like apps and websites to enhance cooking skills and creativity.

🔗 Resources and Links:

-Desiree's Website: accordingtodes.com

-Desiree's IG: Instagram.com/the.wellness.project.with.des

-Desiree's FB Group: Facebook.com/groups/accordingtodes

- Desiree's Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-wellness-project-with-des/id1477570126

- Weekly Wellness Checklist: https://www.subscribepage.com/f5t5q2

- Yummly App: https://www.yummly.com/

Tricia's Links:

🔗 Click here to join Trish's Cook Connect & Conquer Club! : https://triciasbitesoflife.com/connectcookconquer

Get on the Waitlist for the Freezer Meal Workshop: https://triciasbitesoflife.com/getonthewaitlist

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Facebook Profile: https://www.facebook.com/tricia.clark.161

Website:triciasbitesoflife.com

Her YouTube channel is launching here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmGEincPtA74cyPzpggzMZw

Grab Your Free Guide to Bringing Fun Back to Mealtime Here (include a 3 night meal plan, meal planner, and 10 ideas to make everything more fun:

https://triciasbitesoflife.com/bring-back-fun

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Join in the conversation:

Tricia encourages listeners to reach out for help and guidance on their health journey, and provides links to their resources in the Show Notes.

We hope you enjoy this episode of Mealtime Magic & Mayhem, filled with practical tips and insight from Desiree Argentina. Remember, meal prepping doesn't have to be overwhelming - it can be your path to healthier and more enjoyable mealtimes! 🍽️✨