Posted on:
October 8th, 2024
Last reviewed:
January 3rd, 2025
How do I use a meal planner?
A meal planner is simply a chart with the days of the week mapped out and the days broken down into meal and snack times. It’s a really handy way of ensuring you: - enjoy a good, varied diet that contributes to better health and mood - avoid food waste - remember to eat: including what to eat, when - shop efficiently and don’t waste time or money on things you’ve forgotten to buy or impulse buys - don’t get overwhelmed by choice - can be independent and stay in control of your food choices - save money across the week by planning efficiently and using unused ingredients from one meal to create another - save time on trips to the shops or online browsing - are better able to cook from scratch - can create a shopping list and control your spending - spend more time doing the things you enjoy Creating a meal plan is simple and you can start by downloading our Meal Planner here and using it to help you think about what kind of meals you enjoy.Other relevant FAQs you might like...
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