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Pure Plates Blog — meal prep burnout

Person feeling overwhelmed by food choices and meal planning, representing why healthy eating feels difficult in 2026

Why Healthy Eating Feels So Hard Right Now

by Tim Tialdo on February 07, 2026

Healthy eating feels harder than ever — not because you lack discipline, but because the system is stacked against you. Here’s why food burnout is at an all-time high in 2026 and what actually works now.

Vibrant whole-food prepared meal with grilled chicken, roasted sweet potatoes, broccoli, cherry tomatoes, and fresh greens on a white plate – effortless healthy eating solution for meal prep burnout in St. Louis 2026 from Pure Plates

Meal Prep Burnout Fix: St. Louis Whole-Food Meals 2026

by Tim Tialdo on January 23, 2026

Breaking the Cycle of Meal Prep Burnout: How Whole-Food Prepared Meals Make Healthy Eating Effortless in 2026 In the fast-paced world of 2026, meal prep burnout has become a widespread issue for busy professionals, parents, and health-conscious individuals alike. Recent surveys show that 64% of home cooks have wanted to... Read more

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