A healthy eating journey relies a lot on preparation. Whether that means having smoothie packs ready to blend [1] for breakfast or preportioning your snacks [2] out for the week, meal prep doesn't just save you time, it also circumvents the urges you can get to either skip a meal or grab something not so healthy.
If your quest to eat healthier involves mastering the meal prep essentials [4], you'd better learn how long you can freeze your healthy food staples for. Read on for a guide on just how long your food should be in the freezer.
| Food | Duration (months) |
|---|---|
| Turkey/ pork mince | 3-4 months |
| Chicken/ turkey pieces | 9 months |
| Steak | 6-12 months |
| Lean fish (eg. cod, bass) | 6 months |
| Fatty fish (eg. salmon, tuna) | 2-3 months |
| Yogurt | 1-2 months |
| Eggs (raw) | 1 month |
| Cottage cheese | 1 month |
| Milk | 3-6 months |
| Fruit | 9-12 months |
| Citrus fruits | 3 months |
| Vegetables | 8-12 months |
| Soups | 2-3 months |
| Rice (cooked) | 3 months |