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Don’t have time to eat healthy? Prepping food in advance will save time, money, and help you eat healthier even on the busiest of days. Learn the basics of what food prep looks like, how to simplify food prep, the 5 rules to simplify and succeed at food prep each week, and food prep meal plans to get you started. Then, learn how to prep meals in advance to save time and feel your best throughout the week, from breakfast and smoothies to soups and school lunch.   

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  • Healthy Eating Basics
    • What is Real Food
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    • Meal
      • Breakfast
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      • Lunch & Dinner Mains
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      • Muffins & Breads
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      • Fish & Seafood
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      • Einkorn
      • Spelt
      • Whole Wheat
      • All Purpose White
      • Oats
      • Almond
      • Coconut
    • Method
      • Instant Pot
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      • Hydrogen Peroxide
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