Healthy grocery shopping can be daunting when you're unprepared. Who hasn't fallen victim to marked-down cake or cookies on BOGO? By sticking to a list, you'll avoid impulse buys. Print this handy list to select and check-off healthy foods the next time you go grocery shopping.
Bread, Pasta and Cereal
- whole-grain bread __
- whole-grain bagels __
- whole-grain English muffins __
- low-fat, reduced-sodium crackers __
- whole-grain cereal __
- oatmeal __
- brown rice __
- whole-grain pasta __
Meat/Protein
- white meat, skinless turkey __
- white meat, skinless chicken __
- sliced turkey breast __
- lean beef (How to Choose) __
- pork tenderloin __
- dry beans __
- tofu __
- vegetarian burgers __
Fruit and Vegetables
- fresh fruit __
- frozen fruit __
- canned fruit (in juice) __
- fresh vegetables __
- frozen vegetables __
- canned vegetables (low sodium/no added salt) __
- vegetable-rich canned soups (low sodium if possible) __
Condiments
- low-fat salad dressing __
- olive oil __
- salsa __
- mustard __
- ketchup __
- jam or jelly __
- honey __
- salsa __
- herbs and spices __
Dairy
- fat-free or low-fat milk __
- fat-free or low-fat yogurt __
- low-fat cheese __
- low-fat cottage cheese __
- light margarine __
- eggs or egg substitute __
