The Best Swaps To Eat Healthy Meals
Some things are just favorites, and they are hard to walk past. This is a list of my favorite healthier swaps, they can be ordered in bulk on Amazon, Thrive Market, or directly from the company and kept in the truck, better for your health and wallet!
Cheetos —> Barbara’s Cheese Puffs
Why? Barbara’s has a real cheese flavor and amazing crunch with no artificial colors, no MSG, and fewer ingredients.
Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups —> Justin’s Peanut Butter Cups
Why? Justin’s has a satisfying combination of chocolate and peanut butter without partially hydrogenated oils, no corn syrup, and no PGPR.
Ritz Crackers, Peanut Butter/Cheese filled Crackers—> Late July Crackers
Why? Late July Crackers are buttery smooth with cheese or peanut butter filling. They have no hydrogenated oils and no corn syrup.
Gatorade/Lemonade —> Coconut Water
Why? Coconut Water has no artificial colors, no added sugars, and it has naturally occurring electrolytes.
Soda —> Olipop
Why? Olipop contains no high fructose corn syrup, it has 2-3 g of sugar plus prebiotics, and fiber to support healthy digestion.
Mayonnaise—> Avocado
Why? Avocado can be a truck stable no refrigeration needed, a good source of heart-healthy fat, plus adds depth. Furthermore, flavor to sandwiches, salads, and dips.
Changing the way we eat can feel overwhelming, especially on the road, and starting by changing one thing, the swaps above can be a great way to be prepared and successful one step at a time.
- Eating healthy nutrients while truck driving like nutrient-rich foods supports cardiovascular health, healthy blood sugar, and fights inflammatory disease. Try to keep calories around 2000 (or whatever is right for you) per day. Be aware of the amount of protein and fat that is consumed.
- Try to sneak in those vitamins everywhere you can: beans, nuts, seeds, fruits, and vegetables are all great sources.
- Watch out for hydrogenated and partially hydrogenated oils, PGPR, high fructose corn syrup, monosodium glutamate as well as artificial color/dyes. All of these contribute to illnesses like congestive heart failure, diabetes, cancer, and more.
