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Planning For When Life gets Tough: Chronic Illness Edition
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I have treatment resistant depression, as well as other health conditions that sometimes get in my way. Planning for the bad days is something that I find helpful. Here is a list of what I try to keep on hand for easy meals and self care. I hope you’...
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Bedside Snacking
 
Grab and Go Shelf
 
Self Care
 
Organization

Bedside Snacking

Shelf Stable Snacks to Keep Nearby
 
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A bit of protein and fibre all in a convienient package.
KIND Almond Butter Protein Bars, 4 Count
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Something to curb those salty/ sweet craving while giving you the protein you need.
KIND Almond Caramel Sea Salt Bars, 5 Ct
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Chewing of little interest? Don’t worry! Get your fruit quota and a healthy snack with some apple sauce.
Great Value Unsweetened Apple Snack
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One of my faves for when peeling an orange just isn’t on the list. The juice in the cup makes a refreshing little drink too!
Great Value Mandarin Oranges in Fruit Juice
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Something sweet hits the spot when things are tough.
Welch's Fruit Snacks, Mixed Fruit, 6 pack Snack Box, Gluten Free Snacks
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Make yourself a quick meal with crispy minis, some deli meat, cheese, and an apple sauce.
Quaker Crispy Minis Brown Rice Chips Cheddar Cheese
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Keep hydrated, without the need of a glass. Another grab and go for the bedside table. Pick one or two of your fave flavours.
Bubly Pineapple Sparkling Water 12 x355 mL, Cans
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Add this to your stash for a comforting treat.
Snack Pack® Butterscotch Pudding Cups
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Crisp and lightly salted.
Delicious Kitchen Roasted Seaweed Snacks
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If you can’t eat anything at all, try to at least have one of these.
Premier Protein Cookies & Cream High Protein Shake, 4 pack
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For a quick refresh or to drink.
Great Value Spring Water 500ml, pack of 24
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Grab and Go Shelf

When you’re feeling a bit better, these foods are easy to grab and go, as well as fresh.
 
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Fresh, simple, grab and go veggies.
Mini Cucumbers, 1 lb
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When it’s too hard to cook, dont feel bad for using prepared foods, especially something as nutritious as eggs.
Burnbrae Farms EGGS2go! Omega 3 Hard Boiled 6-Pack Pouch
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If you’re in the mood for beef, this is a good quick and easy option.
Great Value fully cooked Fajita Sirloin Beef Strips
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It’s cooked and ready for you when you’re hungry.
Great Value fully cooked Rotisserie Chicken Breast Strips
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It’s quick to make a meal when you’ve got deli meat on hand.
Your Fresh Market Oven Roasted Turkey Breast, 175 g, sliced
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The portion size is taken care of for you, which is one less thing to put out of your mind.
FRICO Gouda Snacks
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Easy prep is the name of the game. Thaw a bowlful in the microwave, or in the fridge over night.
Great Value Cooked 71/90 Pacific White Shrimp, 500 g (1.1 lb)
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Another prep-less item to keep in the fridge. Just because things are hard right now, doesn’t mean you can skip out on the fruit and veg.
SUNSET One Sweet Mini Peppers, SUNSET One Sweet Mini Peppers, 1lb
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Another go to to add to the grab and go shelf.
Natrel 1% Partly Skimmed Chocolate Milk 6x200ml
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Pre-portioned, protein, easy. When thinking about food is too difficult, keep these on hand.
Oikos Greek Yogurt, Peach-Mango, Fruit on the Bottom, 0% M.F, 4x100g
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Self Care

If getting going is too hard, give yourself some grace and use these items to boost your mood.
 
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If you just can’t do a shower, you could maybe do this. It’ll make you feel better, and that’s the first step.
No Water Rinse Free Shampoo Cap by Nurture
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Keep yourself feeling fresh with some wipes. Cleaning your face can do a world of good.
WaterWipes Sensitive+ Newborn Baby Wipes
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A pick me up for your eyes.
Systane Ultra Preservative Free Eye Drops 2x10ml
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Dry lips never helped anyone feel better!
Vaseline Lip Therapy - Original - 0.25 oz
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Doing your best to stay fresh will help elevate your mood. It doesn’t have to be perfect, just do your best.
Schmidt's Aluminum-Free Vegan Deodorant Bergamot & Lime 2.65 oz
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Keeping things stocked that you might need can help relieve the worry.
Royale Velour, 3 Ply Facial Tissue, 6 Flat Boxes, 82 Tissues per Box
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Keeping things germ free.
Hand Spray - Walmart
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Organization

A place to keep all the things you might need or want.
 
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Movable storage for bed or couch-side needs.
Homz Clear Plastic 4 Drawer Medium Home Storage Container Tower w/Wheels
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Keep trash and recycling in its place, then collapse this bin and hide it away when you’re feeling better.
Mainstays Mesh Two Way Pop Up Laundry Hamper w/ Easy Carry Handles & Side Zipper - Blue
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Don’t worry about washing up.
Great Value Eco Compostable Wooden Spoons, 30 Spoons
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Give yourself a break from dishes for a few days.
Great Value Eco Compostable Dinner Plates, 80 Plates
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