How To Shop Healthy Grocery

A Healthy Food Grocery List

 

The grocery store is a big place and it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the numerous food choices scattered in the store. Always try to stick with unprocessed, organic foods that can be easily cooked and thrown together after a long day at work.

Below you will find the grocery list I put together to use while shopping for my favorite delectable food choices. Print it out and take it with you on your next shopping trip. Happy shopping!

Vegetables

• Edamame (frozen or unfrozen) – Soy protein and fiber lower cholesterol 
• Sweet Potatoes – Vitamin A and fiber aid heart health 
• Swiss Chard – Potassium and magnesium help control blood pressure Carrots – Cancer-fighting vitamin B 
• Spinach (frozen or unfrozen) – Neutralize free radicals with vitamins C and E
• Onions, Shallots, Garlic – Allicin and quercetin reduce heart disease risk

Fruit

• Mango – Potassium helps reduce blood pressure
• Raspberry, Blueberry, Strawberry – Highest antioxidant capacity of all fresh fruit; boost immune system
• Kiwi – Vitamins A, C and E fight against age-related macular degeneration (ARMD)
• Grapes- Flavonoids protect LDL cholesterol (good cholesterol)
• Peach – Lycopene and lutein protect against heart disease, ARMD and cancer
• Watermelon – Vitamin C and beta-carotene reduce heart disease

Refrigerated Items

• Salmon – Omega-3 essential fatty acids and protein benefit cardiovascular system
• Tofu – Soy protein lowers bad cholesterol (LDL cholesterol)
• Eggs – Egg protein aids in muscle repair
• Low Fat Yogurt – Calcium and vitamin D help in decrease chance of osteoporosis
• Soy Milk – Healthy alternative if lactose intolerant or vegetarian

Miscellaneous

• Extra Virgin or Virgin Olive Oil – Monounsaturated fat leads to healthier heart and lower LDL cholesterol
• Milled Flaxseed – Richest source of omega-3 fatty acids; enhances immune system
• Barley – Soluble and insoluble fiber lower cholesterol
• Peanut Butter – Vitamin E reduces risk of cancer and cardiovascular disease
• Tea (Green, Black, White or Oolong) – Antioxidants in green tea improve the flexibility of blood vessels and make them less vulnerable to clogging
• Oatmeal – Soluble fiber helps to manage weight

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