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November 14, 2022

Dietitian Lyndi Cohen on how to get the most out of your lunches

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Dietitian Lyndi Cohen has shared some of her tips on how to get the most out of your lunch, as it’s revealed 2.4 million Australians consume the same lunch every single day.

Research commissioned by Arnott’s Vita-Weat shows Aussies appear to be in the grips of lunchtime fatigue but are forking out $2,615.60 a year on their typical midday meal during the average work week.

In a bid to inspire us to mix things up, nutritionist and dietitian Lyndi Cohen says there are many benefits to mixing up what features in your lunchbox.

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Dietitian Lyndi Cohen says there are many benefits to mixing up what features in your lunchbox. (Supplied)

“Supercharging your diet with a greater variety of foods each day serves us well for lots of reasons,” Cohen says.

“Not only can it help improve your metabolic health, but it may also boost your mood.

“While it’s easy to become a creature of habit during the work week, choosing from a range of nutritious food groups can help you get the most out of your lunch break.”

The research also revealed the sandwich is the number-one lunch option for Aussies, as two in three (68 per cent) Australians eat a sandwich (or wrap) for lunch on any given day.

On average, millennials are spending more than any other generation on a single weekday lunch ($13.95). Younger Australians are more likely to eat the same lunch four or five days per week compared to their older counterparts (Millennials at 32 per cent, Baby Boomers at 18 per cent).

To avoid buying lunch, Australian workers and students will on average, pack a lunch to take to work/school almost three days a week (2.69). Women are more likely than men to pack a lunch to take to work/school four or five times a week.

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Research revealed that the sandwich is the number one lunch option for Aussies. (Getty Images/iStockphoto)

Tips to get the most out of your lunch

1. Eating seasonally won’t only help you save on groceries, but it could also naturally boost variety in your diet as you mix up what you eat with the changing seasons.

2. Crispbreads are a wholesome pantry staple on which you can build nutritious, affordable, and easy lunches.

3. Reducing food waste is a super smart way to stick to a budget while eating healthily. Create an ‘eat now’ tray that is front and centre in your fridge, reminding you to dig into your favourite produce while it’s fresh.

4. Healthy eating doesn’t have to be fussy. Create a balanced lunch in no time with a simple four-step formula; aim for a source of wholegrains, some lean protein, healthy fats and colourful veg.

5. Keeping a well-stocked pantry with shelf-stable, nutritious ingredients makes pulling together healthy meals easier. Personal favourites include tins of legumes and diced tomato, Vita-Weat and plenty of spice mixes for adding a punch of flavour.

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