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However, as Shape recently reported, it's the portion-control aspect of gourmet meal services that makes them so diet-friendly. By only preparing a serving or two at a time without leftover, excess ingredients, there's no worrying about the temptation to overeat Arcata CA 95518.

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A small study from the University of Connecticut monitored 28 women who bought groceries online from Peapod's service for eight weeks, and found that they were much more likely to stick to their shopping list and lose weight in the process.

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Need-to-know: One look at Provenance Meals’ website and you know that the company prioritizes seasonal eats and ingredients your grandmother would recognize. Order from their weekly menu of prepared meals, with nourishing options for vegetarians, vegans and Paleos alike (debuts every Tuesday)—like the Vitality Bowl of the Week (which, on a recent week, included millets, chickpeas, greens, and roasted roots with Romesco sauce). Or, if you need to detox, sign up for their super popular Whole Food Detox box. You’ll receive three clean, plant-based meals a day for one, three, five, or 20 days—your choice!

Earlier this year, a study from Rush University Medical Center in Chicago found that women who spend more time fixing their own meals from scratch are more likely to struggle with high blood pressure and increased blood sugar and triglyceride levels.

Cost: $92 for a full day (breakfast, lunch, dinner and two snacks), $32 per serving for lunch or dinner or $20 for breakfast plus a $22 delivery fee for drop-offs in Manhattan and several neighborhoods in Brooklyn and Queens. Delivery is available to other areas for an additional cost.

There are a plethora of food delivery services on the market right now and more launching every day. But how do you know if they're serving up quality ingredients and nutritionally-balanced meals? Here are six services that got the thumbs up from our favorite R.D.s.

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Need-to-know: If veggies in every color of the rainbow served in creative ways make you happy, then you’ll love The Purple Carrot. With former New York Times food columnist Mark Bittman on board as chief innovation officer, and star guest chefs like Chloe Coscarelli designing many of the weekly-changing menus, the meals are tasty and filling. (Think Pizza Burgers with Avocado-Arugula Pesto.) One word of warning to kitchen newbies: The recipes can be a bit hard to follow at times.

What you get: In each weekly kit, you’ll find three meals, each enough to feed two people, complete with recipes and step-by-step photos of exactly what your dish should look like throughout the cooking process. Have a larger family? Blue Apron also offers meal plans that feed four and six people. What it costs: The two-person plan is $59.94 a week for three meals; the family plan ranges from $69.92 to $139.84, depending on how many mouths you need to feed. R.D. says: “Blue Apron tends to be the most popular among my clients. I like the fact that they are partnered with the Monterey Bay Aquarium Seafood Watch to get the healthiest and most sustainable seafood available.”—Angela Onsgard, R.D., resident nutritionist at Miraval Resort & Spa

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Need-to-know: Pretty, patterned, biodegradable packaging makes Munchery’s tasty meals a statement piece for your desk as much as a lunch time-saver. Dishes are designed by talented chefs and range from vegan Moroccan vegetables to Asian beef stew. Same-day meals sell out quickly, though, so the ordering process can be slightly frustrating.

Delivery services, on the other hand, are particularly appealing to urban dwellers who lack time and easy access to these massive grocery stores, not to mention spacious kitchens. While such services can get rather pricey -- they're not the most economical choice for families -- and result in additional food packaging waste that is surely no benefit to the environment, they do offer a real mealtime solution for those who want food that also keeps their health intact.

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What you get: Each week, choose from eight Southern-inspired dishes (think: black-eyed pea salad) you can whip up at home. There are options for meat eaters and vegetarians alike, all highlighting seasonal produce and ingredients. What it costs: You’ll get two servings of food for $25, four for $50, six for $70, eight for $90, and 12 for $130. R.D. says: “One word—delicious. While being packed with flavor, Peach Dish’s recipes are also nutritionally balanced. This is a great company for families to use, as the meals are attractive to children and adults alike.”—Erika Castillo, R.D., of My Fit Foods

Delivery details: They deliver every Monday and Wednesday to Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, parts of the Bronx, and New Jersey (along the Hudson River between Hoboken and Fort Lee). Choose to receive your order (packaged in recyclable and compostable packaging) between 6:00 a.m. and midnight.

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Need to know: You know them for their groceries, but choose a meal kit and you’ll find the food is fresh and yummy, and the recipes are easy to follow. From Sustainable Salmon and Green Tea Soba to Tofu and Veggies with Black Bean Sauce Stir-Fry Kit, there are choices for carnivores, Paleo eaters, and vegans. They also offer ready-to-heat meals, and, hey, you can stock your pantry at the same time.

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Delivery details: This one’s unique in that you can’t get it brought to your door. Instead, you pick up your meals at one of nearly 300 partner locations in and around New York City, Long Island, New Jersey (the Shore and Northern Jersey), and northern Delaware, most of which are fitness spots. You have to place your order five days in advance and deliveries occur twice a week, but you can set a recurring order that will have meals waiting for you every time you show up to squat and snatch. And keep on the lookout—they’re planning on launching home delivery soon!

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Need-to-know: Plated is a pretty close to cousin to better-known Blue Apron, with even more fresh, high-quality ingredients. And its easy-to-follow instructions make it a great choice for those who truly need their hand held on the way to making healthy dinner (and don’t mind looking like a pro when it’s time to serve it).

Healthy factor: Recipes are balanced, with lots of veggies, and you can choose from nine seasonal dishes each week, from poultry, seafood, vegetarian options like Red Lentil Daal with Smoky Eggplant and Garlic Naan, or beef options like Seared Skirt Steak with Rainbow Carrots, Red Wine Sauce, and Whipped Goat Cheese. Ingredients aren’t organic, but the produce feels fresh (it’s local “when possible”) and they use sustainable seafood and antibiotic-free meats (our chicken was Pat La Frieda). Bonus: Nutrition labels for meals are available on Plated’s website.

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Healthy factor: Not surprisingly, meals lean toward the meaty, and attention is paid to quality, with 100 percent grass-fed beef, antibiotic-free chicken, and wild salmon filling the menus. Produce is not all organic, but every dish has detailed nutrition facts for you to check before you order.

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Delivery details: Delivery is currently available in Manhattan (below 116th Street-ish) and parts of Brooklyn, Queens, Long Island, and Westchester. You can order on-demand to get your food in about 30 minutes (although as we discovered, many items sell out), or order meals up to a week in advance. FYI, Munchery also delivers in Seattle, Los Angeles, and the San Francisco Bay Area.

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There's something to be said for not having the option of buying food in bulk, either. In analyzing geographic body mass index data between 1990 and 2010, the National Bureau of Economic Research found a strong correlation between the number of box stores and warehouse-style food retailers and obesity rates in the surrounding area. Typically when people shop bargains, they buy more, and such stores are known for large quantities of processed food that contribute to weight gain.

Each is perfect for a different kind of eater—from the foodie who wants to learn how to (quickly) cook the food she’s always Instagramming to the Paleo dude who needs fast fuel after CrossFit. Just be prepared for a freezer full of ice packs. —Christine Yu, with Lisa Elaine Held and Molly Gallagher

Healthy factor: It doesn’t get much healthier than plant-based meals made with whole foods, and a team nutritionist looks over the recipes submitted by guest chefs. They source organic ingredients “whenever possible,” with a focus on using local farmers.

Hello Fresh is all about healthier options and cleaner versions of classic comfort foods. Every week you’ll receive a box with ingredients for three meals delivered to your door and packed with fresh produce and protein. Boxes hold enough to serve two or four people, and recipes (like cheesy pork enchiladas with avocado) take no more than 30 minutes to prepare. Choose from six recipes on the Classic Plan, or receive three handpicked recipes on the Veggie or Family Plan. Outside the U.S.? Hello Fresh has quite the international presence. The company started in Germany in 2011, and quickly expanded to several other European countries and Canada.

Need-to-know: Picnic’s founders are on a mission to help you step away from the processed food by making healthy eating super convenient. The best part? For every meal purchased, Picnic donates a meal to someone in need through the Food Bank for New York City.

Need-to-know: Sakara is the go-to service for downtown women who work out at ModelFit, live in Lucas Hugh leggings, and are no strangers to green juice. Expect delicious, fresh, creative salads, soups, and sandwiches—stuffed to the brim with trendy superfoods. They switch up the menu weekly (and seasonally), so if you’re planning on becoming a regular, you won’t get bored.

What you get: This all-organic, vegetarian meal delivery program offers a ready-to-eat menu (that's right, no cooking required!) that rotates weekly, as well as seasonally, so you know you’re only getting what’s fresh from the farm. Best news? They’re now available across the continental United States. (Learn more about how to revamp the way you eat with Women's Health's The Body Clock Diet!) What it costs: You'll cough up $82 per day for the one-week program (which includes breakfast, lunch and dinner) and $69 per day for the weekly subscription. R.D. says: “I appreciate how much thought goes into making their recipes tasty and nutritious and that there’s lots of variety when it comes to their salads and veggies—something many other delivery services are lacking…. While it’s more expensive than most, it can be a worthwhile investment for a short-term plan to help get [someone's] health and nutrition back on track.”—Pam Bonney, R.D., C.D.N., a registered dietitian and nutritionist and founder of Tried and True Nutrition

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