Whether you’re an athlete cooking for yourself or a parent cooking for a family of 5, these tips will reduce the amount of time spent in the kitchen and, if done correctly, will provide healthy meals and snacks to choose from all week long. 1. Have a plan. Writing out a plan for your meals is one of the most important aspects healthy eating. It not only lays out your menu of meals but it also helps make grocery shopping much easier, cost-effective and more efficient. Knowing what meals you’re making ahead of time can cut down on unnecessary spending, impulse buys, or having to return to the store…