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What You Need to Know Before Choosing a Keto Meal Delivery Service
Meal delivery services and kits abound, but they’re not all for you. To get the most out of your keto-friendly meal deliveries, ask yourself these questions before committing:
- What are my dietary preferences and can this service accommodate them?
Are you sensitive to dairy? Do you like to avoid soy? Are you diabetic? Whatever your dietary preferences or health requirements, the right meal delivery service for you will have meals that comply with those specific needs. BTW, if you are dedicated to eating clean and/or organic, that would fall under this category as well.
- Does this company ship to my area?
Many meal delivery services deliver across the country. But there are plenty that cater to a very limited delivery area as well. So before you find yourself smitten over a particular keto meal delivery service, check their delivery reach. If you’re out of their range, reach out to see if you can pay extra for shipping (that is if budget isn’t a concern). Otherwise, look elsewhere. There are plenty of options that’ll happily deliver to your door.
- How often do I want my keto-friendly meals delivered?
This is really a two-part question: How devoted are you to a keto lifestyle, and how much time do you have to devote to that lifestyle? If you are a casual observer and want to test out this trend because it seems healthy and why not, you can opt for fewer meals a week. This is also the case if you are willing to put in the time and effort to prepare your own ketogenic meals a few times a week. If that’s the case, you can supplement your diet with some prepared meals and others that you prepare on your own. On the other hand, if you are completely strapped for time or want to go full speed ahead with your keto initiative, then opt for a full week of meals and a service that will easily accommodate that preference.
COVID-19: Keto Meal Delivery Services Keep it Safe
Since the coronavirus outbreak, industry-leading meal delivery services have really stepped up to the plate. In addition to the already strict hygiene protocols, most keto-friendly meal services have enforced even more guidelines to ensure that your health is priority number one. To that end, good keto meal delivery services follow many or all of these regulations:
- Anyone handling any food products must wear gloves, face masks, hair nets, and other protective gear. This includes food preparation and packaging.
- Companies perform continuous disinfection of all surfaces during the day.
- They also have daily room sanitizing of all areas and surfaces.
- The best services perform health screenings for all employees.
- Any non-vegetarian meal delivery services must conform to all USDA requirements regarding meat preparation.
Deliveries are all contactless as well, making it more convenient than ever for you to get healthy meals even when you can’t get out of the house.
Tips on Keto Meal Delivery Services
Keto meal delivery services are really a Godsend if you are pressed for time during the day but still want to eat a healthy diet. Here are a few tips to help you get everything you can out of these types of services:
- Check out deals
Meal delivery services are wonderful about running sales, giving discounts on meal plans, and touting promos frequently. So if you’re looking to save a little, sign up for their email lists to receive discount codes and sale offers to your inbox. You can also supplement your keto meal deliveries with homemade meals, as mentioned.
- Opt for ready-to-eat meals if you want to save time
Meal delivery services can be divided into two major categories: ready-to-eat meals and meal kits. If you don’t seem to have time in the day for a drink with friends, getting all your errands done, or even a quick shower, then prepared meals will help you a lot. These services can actually save you hours every week since you’ll skip not only the cooking time, but also the meal planning and shopping hours you usually devote to these tasks.
- Opt for meal kits if you want to save money
On the other hand, if you’re looking to save money, meal kits are a better option. These ketogenic meals come with all the ingredients you need to make a bang-up meal. They also cost less than the ready-made ones.
Keto or bust
It’s a lie. Not all meal delivery services were created equal. To get what you really want out of your meals, make sure they really offer keto plans. And no, low-carb doesn’t equal keto - that's a