When life decides to throw you curve balls it can distract you from eating healthy. Whether your job has you running like a road warrior, or you are moving and the moving companies have not shown up yet with your possessions, it can be a challenge to eat right. But, it is a challenge you can overcome with a little bit of planning on your part.

Plan Snacks

In your office, in the car or standing in line at the bank, hunger can strike. Make it a habit to always carry a small baggie filled with healthy snack options with you, or store some in your car or desk drawer. Be it a bag of dried fruits, yogurt and granola, or a power bar, having healthy snacks on hand eliminates your need to hunt some down because you already have it within reach.

Plan Meals

Sit down on Sunday night or any day of the week to plan out your meals for the week. Make a list of the ingredients you need to put your healthy meal options together, grab your coupons and head out to the store to stock up on the ingredients. Post the weekly menu to your fridge or bulletin board in the kitchen and follow it. If your schedule prohibits you from cooking every night, then make the meals ahead of time and stock the fridge and freezer with healthy food that can be heated whenever you’re ready.

Choose Healthy Options

If you are on the road and stuck without the ability to carry healthy food with you, you can walk into any grocery store, restaurant or drive-thru and opt for healthy versions of the food available. Skip the burger and choose a grilled chicken sandwich. Opt for the side salad instead of the French fries. When you are conscious of what you eat you will eat healthier and feel better.