Mastering Meal Prep with the Portion Perfection Porti-Prepper

Amanda Clark is an Advanced Accredited Practising Dietitian at Great Ideas in Nutrition and creator of the Portion Perfection range. She’s kindly written a how-to for those wanting to get the best from her wonderful products. 

If you've ever found yourself struggling with portion control or navigating the complexities of managing diabetes through diet, then the Porti-Prepper could become your new best friend.  

It takes the guesswork out of portion sizes, allowing you to effortlessly divide your meals into perfectly balanced servings - in an easy to freeze, store and carry format. So, grab your apron and join me, Amanda Clark, Dietitian, to transform your approach to cooking and eating with the Porti-Prepper. 

The Porti-Prepper and the entire Portion Perfection approach to eating helps you to eat regular meals and spread them evenly throughout the day. You’ll easily spot the carbohydrate foods and lean towards low GI choices. 

So, how does it work? Let me break it down for you: 

1. Simple Design, Big Impact: The Porti-Prepper features a straightforward design that anyone can master. Made of oven safe glass and with clearly marked compartments for proteins, carbohydrates, vegetables, and fats, you can easily visualise how to build a well-rounded meal. 

2. Portion Perfection: Gone are the days of eyeballing servings and hoping for the best. The Porti-Prepper's precise measurements ensure that you're getting just the right amount of each food group. This makes it an invaluable tool for managing diabetes as well as for anyone striving for healthier eating habits.

3. Time-Saving Efficiency: Meal prep can sometimes feel like a daunting task, but the Porti-Prepper streamlines the process, allowing you to prep multiple serves at once with ease. Spend less time in the kitchen and more time enjoying your delicious creations!

4. Versatile and Portable: Whether you're meal prepping for home or on the go, the Porti-Prepper is your trusty sidekick. Its compact size makes it perfect for travel, so you can stay on track with your healthy eating goals wherever life takes you. The kit-n-karry is its perfect companion.

Now, let's talk practical application. Here are some tips for incorporating the Porti-Prepper into your meal prep routine: 

Plan Ahead: Take some time at the beginning of each week to plan out your meals. Use the Porti-Prepper to portion out meal components in advance, so you'll have healthy options readily available to take to work, for that fast dinner or when you’re out and about. 

Mix and Match: Get creative with your meal combinations! Experiment with different proteins, grains, and veggies to keep things interesting. Check out our handy meal prep chart to spur your own imagination about how to create a healthy combination. Choose your Protein + Carb or Fat + Sauce or Dressing + 3 low starch vegetables and you’ve got a lifetime of variety. 

Stay Balanced: Remember to include a variety of nutrient-dense foods in each meal. Aim for a balance of lean proteins, whole grains, and colourful veggies to fuel your body and keep your blood sugar levels stable. It’s also ok to swap out the carbs for fats – for women, swap the ¾ cup carbs portion for ½ avocado / 30g of feta cheese / 30g nuts or make it a real Mediterranean salad with an extra 3 tsp of extra virgin olive oil. The markings for men and women are clearly on the side of the glass container. 

Don't Forget to Keep it Cool: If you’re out and about consider the kit-n-karry lunch bag which comes complete with a prepper, a snacker, ice brick, napkin, cutlery and dressing or sauce bottle in just the right sizes. It holds everything you need for your day.  

Remember, meal prep doesn't have to be a chore, especially with the help of innovative tools like the Portion Perfection Porti-Prepper and kit-n-karry. By taking the guesswork out of portion sizes and streamlining the meal prep process, you can take control of your health, save time and make smarter food choices. 

So, what are you waiting for? Say goodbye to mealtime stress and hello to a happier, healthier you with the Porti-Prepper. Trust me, your taste buds and your blood sugar levels will thank you! 

Amanda Clark, Advanced Accredited Practising Dietitian at Great Ideas in Nutrition