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How To Eat Healthy On-The-Go
Survey Finds Women Lacking in Nutrition

From overtime to family time, women today are masters at multi-tasking and geniuses at juggling. But when it comes to eating a balanced diet, many neglect basic nutrition needs. According to a recent nationwide survey of more than 1,000 women age 25-55 conducted by the General Mills company.

As many as 37 percent of the women surveyed say they often skip meals altogether. More than 67 percent leave home in the morning without stopping to eat breakfast. When they do break for meals, 41 percent say they hit the drive-through or reach for fast food. Because of these erratic eating habits, 54 percent say they regularly or often (four times per week) make unhealthy eating choices. In fact, 96 percent are concerned that they are not giving their bodies the nutrient they need.

How to Eat Healthy On-the-Go

• Stock up on healthy foods in advance. Keep your fridge and cupboards full of healthy foods like fruit, ready-to-eat veggies, dairy and whole-grain cereals and crackers.
• Keep key nutrients in mind. Learn to reach nutrition labels and make meal choices that are high in nutrients like Yoplait Nouriche. For in-between meals go for smart snack options like fresh and dried fruit or a handful of nuts.
• Be creative with healthy snacks to keep them interesting. Freeze grapes for a cool and healthy treat, spread peanut butter on whole-wheat crackers and sprinkle raisins on top of yogurt with low fat granola.
• Don't confuse hunger with thirst. Staying hydrated is also very important. When hunger pains strike, ask yourself if you've gotten enough water today.