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Pack your lunch and join the celebration of National Pack Your Lunch Day - get creative with your recipes and make a delicious meal!
Get ready to save some money and eat healthier on National Pack Your Lunch Day on March 10! This day has been around since the early 2000s as a way to encourage people to make their own lunch rather than buy it. Not only does packing your lunch help you stick to a budget, but it also allows you to know exactly what's in your meal and control portion sizes. So grab that sandwich bag and prepare for an awesome packed-lunch experience!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1800s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Early Packed Lunches</div><div class='timeline-text'>In the 1800s, workers and school children start packing lunches for convenience, typically in metal pails or paper sacks.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1935</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Invention of the Lunchbox</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first commercial lunch box, resembling a picnic basket with a handle, is introduced by Geuder, Paeschke and Frey.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1950</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>TV-themed Lunchboxes</div><div class='timeline-text'>TV-themed children's metal lunch boxes become popular, starting with the Hopalong Cassidy lunch box.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1972</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Vinyl Lunchboxes</div><div class='timeline-text'>Due to safety concerns over metal lunchboxes, vinyl lunch boxes become the new norm.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2003</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>National Pack Your Lunch Day Inception</div><div class='timeline-text'>National Pack Your Lunch Day is created to encourage healthier and cost-effective lunch options.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Plan your lunch</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take the time to plan out a healthy meal that you will enjoy. Consider the nutrients you need and what kind of food you like.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Prepare your lunch</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather all of your ingredients and start prepping your lunch. This will save time and energy throughout the week.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Pack your lunch</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Choose a reusable container and fill it with your lunch items. Don't forget to include snacks and drinks!</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Eat together</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite some friends or colleagues to join you for lunch. Eating together is a great way to connect, catch up, and share stories.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Try something new</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Switch it up and make something creative with your packed lunch! Experiment with different recipes and cuisines to make it more fun.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It's economically friendly</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Packing your own lunch can save you a lot of money compared to eating out every day. Not only that, but it's also more environmentally friendly as there is less waste involved with bringing your own lunch than ordering takeout. Plus, you're supporting local businesses when you buy ingredients from the grocery store!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>You get to customize your meals</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>When you pack your own lunch, you are completely in control of what goes into your meal. You can choose nutritious and delicious ingredients like fresh fruits and vegetables that will keep you energized throughout the day. And if you're feeling adventurous, why not try experimenting with different flavors and cuisines?</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Less time is wasted on food shopping</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>When you make packing your lunch part of your daily routine, trips to the grocery store for dinner ingredients or last minute takeout are a thing of the past. This gives you more time to spend on activities that are actually rewarding and enjoyable. So don't be afraid to give it a try - you won't regret it!</p></div></div>
National Pack Your Lunch Day is celebrated on March 10 every year. In 2024 National Pack Your Lunch Day will occur on a Sunday.
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