➊ Produce
Include all the colors of the rainbow when buying fruits and vegetables
Buy what is in season as these are cheaper
Shop frozen produce, as these are nutrient packed and will not spoil as quickly
➋ Meats/Seafood
Choose lean cuts, like round or loin
Look for 90% lean or leaner
Choose meat that is less marbled
➌ Deli
Shop for hummus and guacamole as good sources of fat
Grilled or rotisserie chicken to cut down on meal prep time
Choose items without added nitrite or nitrate
➍ Bread
Shop for 100% whole grain
Aim for 3g of fiber per slice
➎ Dairy
Shop for Greek yogurt, it will have 3x more protein than regular yogurt
Choose low-fat or reduced-fat milk products, which have more calcium
Soy milk is a great cow milk substitute if cow's milk needs to be avoided
Almond milk only contains 1g of protein per cup
➏ Frozen Food
Look for pre-cooked frozen chicken breast
Frozen vegetables are easy to prepare and nutritious
Look for frozen stir-fry meals and stay away from frozen dinners, they tend to be low in nutrients and usually overpriced
Frozen fruits are a great option for smoothies