Marmita reconquers Manauaras through economy and healthy eating

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Brazilians are spending an average of R$46.60/day to eat out

Manaus (AM) — Maintaining a healthy and balanced diet is a challenge for anyone, especially when it is not possible to eat meals at home. With quick options such as fast food or processed snacks, it is easy to go astray if the option is to eat on the street.

Furthermore, Brazilians are spending an average of R$46.60/day to eat out, compromising 35% of the average salary, according to research commissioned by the Brazilian Association of Employee Benefit Companies (ABBT).

These two factors – costs and the search for healthy food – brought back an old familiar idea to Brazilians: lunchboxes. Taking homemade food to work, college or the gym has been the alternative to improving physical health and your budget. And when well planned and well elaborated, the strategy brings very favorable results.

“It is possible to eat a balanced and healthy diet even if you cannot eat at home. All it takes is a little dedication and planning. The ideal is to take time during the week to organize yourself, plan the menu and shopping and prepare meals”,

indicates Pátio Gourmet nutritionist, Lívia Ribeiro.

Lívia also goes on to indicate that, when planning your menu, you should include foods of different colors to ensure a variety of nutrients, lean proteins, vegetables, whole grains and healthy fats. “You also need to be aware of the quantities to avoid excesses, prioritize fresh foods and avoid processed foods rich in additives and sodium.”

Another tip, to optimize time, is to use tools such as recipe and planning apps. “Explore quick recipes that fit into your routine”, he says.

The nutritionist reinforces that preparing your own lunch boxes gives you total control over the ingredients used, allows you to choose fresh, quality ingredients for a nutritious meal and can generate savings. “Invest in bulk ingredients and promotions,” she said.

Made to order

When preparing lunch boxes at home it is not possible, the alternative is to order them. The Marimari restaurant, located next to the Pátio Gourmet of the Morada do Sol complex, offers a personalized lunch box service, prepared according to the person’s diet and nutritional needs. The menu is prepared by chef Juliana Faingluz.

“The client delivers the diet given by the nutritionist who accompanies them and we prepare the dishes as instructed”,

commented.

In addition to lunch boxes, Pátio Gourmet has other options for those who want to maintain a balanced and healthy diet, such as the line of salads available in the chain’s three units – Djalma Batista Avenue, Morada do Sol and Adrianópolis complex – and an exclusive line of pasta and artisanal sauces, prepared by chef Juliana Faingluz, available at the Morada do Sol unit.

*With information from consultancy

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