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7 ways to spruce up your lunch

These homemade lunches are healthier and more delicious than grabbing takeout.

Jan, 2026
LearnHealthy eating7 ways to spruce up your lunch
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Office vending machines and local eateries can be pricey, and don't usually offer the healthiest options. Packing your lunch is a simple and cost-effective way to ensure you'll have wholesome eats on hand, whenever hunger strikes.

A healthy meal should be made of:

  • Fruits and/or veggies
  • Whole grains
  • Lean protein
  • Healthy fats

You’re probably wondering how all that nutrition fits into a single lunchbox. Well, wonder no more. Here are seven of the best lunchtime combinations for your work bag.

Written byTaylor Lupo.
Medically reviewed byAnn Wendling, MD, MPH.February, 2024
Sources: American Heart Association. The American Heart Association Diet and Lifestyle Recommendations. August 14
  1. American Heart Association. The American Heart Association Diet and Lifestyle Recommendations. August 14, 2025.

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