Grocery Transformation

There was a day when all I bought was frozen foods, bread and sweets. If I was being healthy, I would buy a banana or two. For the last couple years my grocery habits have changed for the better. I have found that my nutrition for the week is much more closely aligned with my nutritional intentions when I take a few minutes to plan out my week. I think through my day and the different food groups and add specific items to my grocery list. That way when I am in the grocery store I’m just grabbing items off the shelf instead of making impulsive decisions.  Here are a few ideas for the different food groups to get your brain going as you make your grocery list.

Fruits

Grapes

Bananas

Pears

Strawberries

Blueberries

Grapes

Apples

Pears

Clementines

Oranges

Vegetables

Fresh greens – spinach, kale, mixed greens

Broccoli

Broccoli slaw

Green beans

Onions

Peppers, green, red, yellow, orange

Carrots

Celery

Dairy

Milk

Keifer

Yogurt

Fats

Cheese (yes I put in my fat group)

Avocado

Dressing (regular, not fat free)

Protein

Chicken

Shrimp

Flounder

Salmon

Tuna

Turkey

Beef

Sausage (hey, fat helps keep you full and it is just tasty.)

Pork

Ham

Carbohydrates

English muffins

Quinoa

Rice

What do you like to eat that is healthy and satisfying?