it depends on the type of meat you are using for lunch. some are loaded with preservatives salt etc. while others are quite healthy. chicken and turkey slices are generally good (assuming the source of the poultry is an organic farm). the same goes for sliced beef. ham bologna salami etc. are highly-processed so these should be used more sparingly. why not have meatless lunches like a salad or whole grain pasta? i'm happy to hear of your lunch meat concerns. lunch meats are full of toxins in the form of sodium preservatives nitrates and sometimes processing chemicals. this processing takes the form of cutting scraps of meat (and who knows what else) such as stomachs tongues and intestines of various animals like pigs cows and chickens the scraps are formed into the shape of a loaf and processed with preserving chemicals. lunch meat will contribute to weight gain and make a person feel sluggish. it is lacking in the nutrients necessary for energy and overall optimal physical and mental health. although some lunch meat brands may have better quality control i do not believe that there is much of a difference in their products from store to store. it's all poison to our systems and may even be responsible for facilitating some types of cancer. here are some better lunch choices: grilled chicken salad with cranberries avocado and cucumbers salmon salad mozzarella and tomato salad goat-cheese salad- cook an extra chicken breast at dinner and then toss it with pecans strawberries blueberries tomatoes and spinach chicken quesadillas. you can locate on the internet boat loads of exciting lunch-time recipes that are interesting rich in color full of natural flavors nourishing filling low in calories and promote a healthy life style. consider purchasing some relatively inexpensive container to replace your "brown bag". these containers will allow you to prepare lunch the evening before keep your lunch chilled may include built-in condiment cups and maintain a separate division for individual ingredients and side-dishes. lunch does not have to be boring or unhealthy.
is lunch meat considered healthy? is there a better alternative that isn't cooking your own meat eveyday? . looking for an easy option for lunch everyday. concerned about preservatives/nitrates in lunch meat. i'm sure it's conditional but would the deli in a grocery store generally be considered healthier?