Hi

I wanted to share something that happened today while I was doing my 91-year-old dad's weekly shopping.

(And I know many of you are probably juggling similar caregiving responsibilities – it's not always easy, is it?)

There I was in Tesco, rushing around like we all do, when I hit that familiar lunchtime dilemma.

You know the one – where the sandwich section seems to be calling your name, but deep down you know those gluten-filled options aren't what your body needs.

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Let's be honest – we can be good at staying on track with our hypothyroid-friendly diet when we're at home.

But it's these "on-the-go" moments that can really test us.

When we're busy taking care of others, sometimes we end up putting our own health needs last.

But today, I want to share my little "secret weapon" for these situations...

Instead of falling into the sandwich trap, I've trained myself to head straight to the protein section.

Today, I grabbed some delicious hot smoked salmon pieces.

Other times, I'll go for:

• Ready-cooked roast chicken pieces
• Char-grilled prawns
• Roasted nuts and seeds

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Here's why this simple switch is a game-changer:

1. Protein keeps you satisfied for hours (no 3 PM energy crash!)
2. It won't spike your blood sugar like bread or pasta
3. You avoid the gluteny aftermath that can leave you feeling awful
4. It's just as quick and convenient as grabbing a sandwich

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The real breakthrough comes when you realize that "lunch" doesn't have to mean "something between two slices of bread."

Once you shift this mindset, you'll start seeing convenient, healthy options everywhere.

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Quick Action Steps:

• Next time you're shopping, scope out the protein options at your local supermarket
• Keep a mental list of your favorite grab-and-go protein choices
• Consider keeping some nuts or seeds in your bag for backup

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Remember: Being busy doesn't mean we have to compromise our health.

Sometimes the kindness we show to others (like caring for our elderly parents) needs to be matched by the kindness we show ourselves.

Here's to making healthy choices, even in the busy moments,

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P.S. What's your go-to healthy lunch when you're out and about? Hit reply and let me know – I'm always looking for new ideas!

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