It’s easy to get distracted by the bright colours and sugary treats at the grocery store. Those shelves are full of foods that are packed with sugar, salt, and calories. But there are also plenty of healthy options that are tasty and good for you!
Fill your shopping cart with your favorites from the list below. These foods will nourish you and help keep you feeling great. If you’re managing a chronic condition like diabetes or high blood pressure, just be sure to check out the food label for total carbs and sodium levels.
- Nuts (like almonds, peanuts, or pistachios)
- Nut butter (like almond butter or unsweetened peanut butter)
- Whole grain English muffins
- Whole grain bread
- Whole grain tortillas
- High-fibre cereal
- Oats or unsweetened oatmeal
- Whole grain waffles
- Fresh fruit (like apples, bananas, strawberries, blueberries, or melon)
- Fresh non-starchy veggies (like zucchini, mushrooms, peppers, onions, or spinach)
- Healthy grains (like brown rice, quinoa, or farro)
- Frozen veggies
- Low-sodium canned veggies
- Skinless chicken
- Lean steak (like flank steak, to be eaten once in a while)
- Lean turkey
- Fish and seafood (like salmon or scallops)
- Tofu
- Eggs
- Unsweetened yogurt (Greek or regular)
Need extra flavour? Add some of these condiments in moderation:
- Salsa
- Horseradish
- Mustard
- Vinegar
- Hot sauce (look for low-sodium options)
- Pickles
- Low-sodium broth
- Ketchup and barbecue sauce (look for low-sugar options)
- Mayonnaise
- Salad dressing
- Parmesan cheese
The occasional treat is fine! Just remember that your daily food choices directly affect your body. So give it the royal treatment with nutrients and vitamins that you can find in the foods listed above.