# truenutritionista.com ## Posts - [14 Simple Tips for Easy Meal Prepping](https://truenutritionista.com/14-simple-tips-for-quick-and-easy-meal-prep/): Table of Contents Free Weekly Meal Planner & Grocery List Benefits of Meal Prepping How to Meal Prep  General Meal Prep Tips  Food Refrigeration Tips Salad Jar Meal Prep When you eat healthy and balanced meals, it gives your body the energy and sustenance that it needs to function optimally. Examples of nourishing and high-quality foods include fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, nuts and other lean proteins.   Despite knowing the benefits of eating these foods, sometimes eating healthy is hard. What if you have a busy schedule and there’s a lot on your plate? Maybe you are busy running errands […] - [7 Benefits of Butternut Squash](https://truenutritionista.com/7-benefits-of-butternut-squash/): A Few Facts About Butternut Squash Butternut squash is a winter squash that’s available all year long, and peaks during the fall and winter months. It also goes by the name Cucurbita Moschata and is part of the gourd family, which includes spaghetti squash, acorn squash, and crookneck squash. On the outside, butternut squash is tan, oblong-shaped, and may not look like much. But inside it’s bright orange and is full of nutrients. This winter squash has a nutty taste and is naturally sweet. Its texture and flavor lends itself well to roasting, soups and stews.    Keep reading to find out […] - [The Obesity Epidemic and the HAES Philosophy- Can they Peacefully Coexist?](https://truenutritionista.com/the-obesity-epidemic-and-the-haes-philosophy-can-they-peacefully-coexist/): Opinion When I first got interested in nutrition, it was because of the obesity epidemic. I was deeply disturbed by the trend in our country over the past 40-50 years of the rising number of people, who were either overweight or obese. This trend was putting more and more people at risk for developing chronic disease. Every time I’d see someone walking around who was overweight, I’d say to myself, “I wanna help shrink that person’s stomach!” But over time, I’ve learned it’s not that simple.  First of all, there’s something called the Transtheoretical Model. Basically, it states there’s five […] - [Veganuary- What it Means, and Simple Ways to Eat More Plant-Based Meals](https://truenutritionista.com/veganuary-what-it-means-and-simple-ways-to-eat-more-plant-based-meals/): Veganism has surged in popularity in recent years. A growing number of people have decided to make the transition to a plant-based diet. For some individuals being a vegan is not only about food, it’s a way of life. Part of its popularity might be due to a certain extent the Veganuary movement.  Regardless of the reason, one thing is for sure, the plant-based lifestyle will continue to grow.  Let’s dive into the origins of the Veganuary movement, what it means, and easy ways that you can include more plant-based foods in your diet. What is Veganuary? Veganuary is a […] - [Keep Track of Your Health with a Food Journal](https://truenutritionista.com/keep-track-of-your-health-with-a-food-journal/): If you want to get healthier and feel better, a food journal is an invaluable tool to include in your wellness routine.  A new year is upon us and along with that comes New Year’s resolutions. This is when people set all sorts of goals about what they wish to accomplish in the coming year. Perhaps it has less to do with starting fresh in the New Year, and it’s more about taking better care of yourself.  If you have a health concern that you are trying to improve, and are interested in keeping track of what you eat, then […] ## Pages - [Shop](https://truenutritionista.com/shop/): Meal Prepping Made Easy This in depth meal planning bundle is designed to make meal prepping and batch cooking a breeze. With a meal planning set, the days of stressing out about what you are going to eat next will become a thing of the past. Meal planners are a must have tool to use especially because it can help you become organized in the kitchen. Why a Meal Planner is an Essential Tool to Have in Your Kitchen Meal planning can save you a lot of time  because you don’t have to cook on those busy days.   Since meals […] - [Terms and Conditions](https://truenutritionista.com/terms-of-use/): Updated December 2, 2023 The following terms (“Terms of Use”) constitute an agreement between truenutritionista.com, and you that governs your use of this website and all of its associated services, content, and functionality. This policy applies to the website https://truenutritionista.com as well as any other media form, media channel, mobile website or mobile application related, linked, or otherwise connected thereto (collectively, the “Website”). Your use of the Website constitutes your acceptance of, and agreement to, the following Terms of Use. 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