Lunch & Dinner

Though dining out can be fun and relaxing, it should be a treat rather than routine. Eating meals at home usually results in more milk products, fruits, vegetables and less soft drinks and French fries. Try these tips for planning quick and easy family dinners.

• Plan ahead – take the time to plan your meals for the week and stick to your list when shopping.
• Try the meal planner at Dietitians of Canada to get you started.
• Take the Healthy Lunches to Go Tour to find out how easy it is to pack healthy lunches for the whole family.
• Make the most of your time – when cooking make more than you will need for a meal and freeze the rest for later. Remember to handle food safety.
• Create family time – eat meals together as a family and use the time to get caught up with your family.