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Medicated folks: What are your go-to meals to take with your medication? (infosec.pub)

submitted 3 weeks ago* (last edited 3 weeks ago) by oOAlteredBeastOo@lemmy.world to c/adhd@lemmy.world

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I often struggle with rushing out the door in the morning without grabbing something to eat. I have had this problem as long as I can remember. This changed when I started taking medication to treat my ADHD symptoms. Without a full meal, the duration and effectiveness of my morning dose would vary. I needed a solution.

I started doing meal prep once a week. Sometimes I make 4-5 days worth of breakfast burritos or a big batch of hash browns with veggies I had on hand. Healthy trail mix as a meal replacement is a good option if I'm in a rush (I like Power Up High Energy). It is ready to eat, doesn't require cooking or utensils, and is shelf stable at room temperature. I keep some in my work backpack and at my desk in case I miss lunch. What hacks work best for you?

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[–] SpikesOtherDog@ani.social 7 points 3 weeks ago

Meal prep ideas:

Sandwiches: toast, English muffins, American biscuits. Meats, cheese, eggs, premade and frozen.

Can also be wraps.

Add condiments to make them less dry.

Can bake sausages inside rolls

Fast meals: cereal, oatmeal with fruit mix in, bagels, toast.

The biggest thing is a routine. I take a berry flavored heartburn pill in the morning, so the taste confirms I took my meds. I have a set of things I have to do every morning, and a leisure activity I can perform if I'm early.