How to Eat Clean While On the Go + Free Printable

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Eating clean while on the go is always a challenge.  Busy schedules, being pressed for time, and limited resources while you’re out and about certainly don’t help, but with a little extra effort, it is possible to eat clean on the go and today I’m going to share how!  I’ve also created a free printable and there’s a Pure Protein Plus Bars giveaway, so be sure to check it out!  Everyone has their way of doing things, and this is what I’ve found to work best for me, so I hope these tips can help you too!

1.  Research the area before you leave

When I’m on the go, I always like to start the day by researching the area.  A quick search online will help you scope out the area and see what types of restaurants, juice, and smoothie bars are in the area.  I find it’s best to try to browse a few menus that way you’ll have some lunch, dinner, and snack options in your head for when the time comes.

2. Request a light menu + substitutions when dining out

When eating out, always ask your server for the light menu if eating clean is your priority.  Most restaurants these days have a light menu option with better for you meals around 500 calories.  Don’t be afraid to ask for substitutions either!  If you see a meal on the regular menu you’d like, but you don’t want the french fries that come as the side item, many places will let you substitute for something more guilt free, like steamed vegetables or salad.

3. Stay in a place with a kitchen

If you’re going to be traveling but still want to eat clean on the go, make it a priority to book a place with a kitchen, or at the very least, a hotel with a mini fridge.  Anytime you have the option to cook your own meal, it’s going to be the better option than eating out.

4.  Make your own coffee

If you know you’re a person that can’t function without your daily cup of coffee, plan ahead and make your own coffee instead of ordering to go at the nearest coffee shop.  By making your own coffee, you can easily save yourself over 100 calories for the day.  You’ll also be saving money too, and who doesn’t like to do that!?

5. Pack snacks

One of the easiest ways to eat clean on the go is to pack snacks that meet your ideal version of clean that you can keep in your purse.  If you’re going to be out for a while, you may want to skip foods that need refrigeration and opt for nuts, dried fruit, and protein bars instead.  Protein bars (enter to win the sweepstakes below to try my current favorites) are always a great option since they’ll keep you full between meals and will help you snack less.I recently tried the new Pure Protein Plus Bars and now they go everywhere with me while on the go.  With a variety of flavors like cookies and cream, apple pie, mocha brownie, and chocolate chip cookie dough, I never get bored! You can find these  Pure Protein Plus Bars at Walmart, and be sure to use Ibotta to earn $1.50 back.
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If you’re trying to eat clean on the go, I’ve created a printable for you to print and keep as a reminder.   Download the free printable here!  It may not always be easy, but remember, eating clean on the go is possible! 

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Are you on the go a lot?  What do you do to stay on track?  Share your favorite snacks below so we can all get some new ideas!