LADO // Shutterstock More people are returning to the office which may mean more time spent commuting and less time to cook homemade meals. But spending those extra hours away from home doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice your health and weight loss goals. Frozen meals can be a convenient solution, whether you need an easy meal to prepare in the office breakroom or want something quick to make at home after a long day at work. And with so many brands and cuisine types available, you can find options that fit nearly any flavor mood you’re in. Hers looked at 30 of Amazon Fresh’s bestselling frozen meals in six categories: Mexican, Asian, pasta/lasagna, American, Indian, and pizza. Then we ranked each serving size based on the following nutrition categories to see which ones are the most health-conscious. Calories: Understanding how many calories you consume each day helps you balance your intake amount depending on whether you want to maintain or lose weight. A total daily energy expenditure calculator can help you estimate how many calories you typically burn per day. Protein: Eating more protein may lead to multiple health benefits, including benefits on body weight management and cardiometabolic risk factors. Trans fat: Trans fatty acids are shown to increase the risk of cardiovascular disease, cancer, and diabetes. Net Carbs: Measuring net carbs subtracts the amount of fiber from the total carbohydrates, providing a more accurate sense of how many carbs your body is processing in a serving. Sugar: Research shows that overconsuming sugar is linked to an increase in diseases like diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and cancer. Key Findings Frozen Indian meals skewed healthier, with the majority appearing in the top half of the rankings due to higher levels of protein and fewer calories and sugar. Vegetarian options aren’t always the healthiest and several rank in the bottom half often because of a higher carb content. Look closely at nutrition labels when comparing meat-free meals. Many pizza and pasta meals cluster in the lower half of the list because of lower protein and higher carbs. When looking at frozen pizzas, be mindful of portion size when considering nutrition facts. Bestselling Frozen Meals Ranked from Healthiest to Unhealthiest
Returning to the office? Here are 30 frozen meals ranked from healthiest to unhealthiest
