I'm a big believer in saving leftovers. Even if it's just a dozen berries or an entire giant meatball from dinner, I pop each in their own plastic container (I always save the ones I get after ordering takeout) and store them in the fridge.
It's perfect for when I need snack-sized portion, and it helps me eat less because I always have the perfect amount. (Meatball sandwich! Berries over yogurt!)
When I go out to eat, I try to eat about half the portion of pasta or chicken and then ask for the other half to get packed up nicely for the next day's lunch or dinner.
As editor of SELF, I get some pretty great tips from our readers as well as leading experts on how to make the most of every meal. Here are a few of my recent favorites:
• "I freeze grapes to make a quick, cool, healthy treat." Patti Moyer, South Daytona, Florida
• "Put your usual amount on a plate before eating and then scoop 25 percent of that into a container for another day," suggests Roger Gould, M.D., founder of ShrinkYourself.com.
• "Rather than toss ripe fruit that doesn't get eaten, I dice it up and store it in the freezer bag to use later, when I want to make smoothies." Liz Rilling, Omro, Wisconsin
• "I cook a week's worth of mini-frittatas on Sundays. I store cooled frittatas in the refrigerator individually in plastic bags, then microwave one to eat on my way out the door." Beth Shaw, Orlando, Florida
Get Beth's frittata recipe at Self.com.
Get dozens more ideas in our Make Time for You One-Month Makeover at Self.com.
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