Healthy Shopping List
One of the biggest problems we have as a consumer with goals of a healthier lifestyle is the lack of knowledge in distinguishing what foods are healthy.
I'm Shannon Wilson, Chef, Nutritionist, and Health Consultant. I've partnered with Metro Foodland Supermarket to assist in providing you information on healthier alternatives.
The Most import component to your quest for better health is your shopping list
Below I will provide you with list and tips on how to eat and live healthier.
It's not as hard as you think.
Take A Look
Here is a simple list to start
Begin with some of the Listed Items and watch the results!
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Vegetables
| Asparagus | Avocados | Beets |
| Bell peppers | Broccoli | Brussels sprouts |
| Cabbage | Carrots | Cauliflower |
| Celery | Collard greens | Cucumbers |
| Eggplant | Fennel | Garlic |
| Green beans | Green peas | Kale |
| Leeks | Mushrooms, crimini | Mushrooms, shiitake |
| Mustard greens | Olives | Onions |
| Parsley | Potatoes | Romaine lettuce |
| Sea vegetables | Spinach | Squash, summer |
| Squash, winter | Sweet potatoes | Swiss chard |
| Tomatoes | Turnip greens | Yams |
Fish & Seafood
| Cod | Halibut | Wild Caught Salmon |
| Scallops | Shrimp | Tuna |
| Orange Roughy | Tilapia | Salmon |
Fruits
| Apples | Apricots | Bananas |
| Blueberries | Cantaloupe | Cranberries |
| Figs | Grapefruit | Grapes |
| Kiwifruit | Lemon/Limes | Oranges |
| Papaya | Pears | Pineapple |
| Plums | Prunes | Raisins |
| Raspberries | Strawberries | Watermelon |
Low Fat Dairy
| Cheese, low-fat | Milk, 2% Cows | Low Fat Ricotta |
| Milk, goat | Yogurt | Feta Goat Cheese |
| Eggs | Eggs |
Dairy Substitutes
| Soy Milk | Soy Cheese | Almond Milk |
| Rice Milk | Veggie Cheese | Soy Cream |
Beans & Legumes
| Black beans | Dried peas | Garbanzo beans (chickpeas) |
| Kidney beans | Lentils | Lima beans |
| Miso | Navy beans | Pinto beans |
| Soybeans | Tempeh | Tofu |
Poultry & Lean Meats
| Beef, lean organic | Calf's liver | Chicken |
| Lamb | Turkey | Venison |
| Ground Turkey | Turkey Chops | Rabbit |
Nuts & Seeds
| Almonds | Cashews | Flaxseeds |
| Olive oil, extra virgin | Peanuts | Pumpkin seeds |
| Sesame seeds | Sunflower seeds | Walnuts |
Grains
| Barley | Brown rice | Buckwheat |
| Corn | Millet | Oats |
| Quinoa | Rye | Spelt |
| Whole wheat | Cous Cous | 100 % Whole Wheat Bread |
| Barley | Brown rice | Buckwheat |
Spices & Herbs
| Basil | Black pepper | Cayenne pepper |
| Chili pepper, dried | Cilantro/Coriander seeds | Cinnamon, ground |
| Cloves | Cumin seeds | Dill |
| Ginger | Mr. Wilson’s Incredible House Seasoning | Mustard seeds |
| Oregano | Peppermint | Rosemary |
| Sage | Thyme | Turmeric |
| Parsley | Granulated Onions | Granulated Garlic |
Natural Sweeteners
| Blackstrap molasses | Cane juice | Organic Honey |
| 100% Maple syrup | Stevia | |
| Sugar in the Raw | Agave Nectar | Raw Honey |
Cooking Oil
| Olive Oil | Canola Oil | |
| Coconut Oil | Peanut Oil | |
| Avocado Oil | Walnut Oil |
Other
| Green Tea | 100 % Juice | |
| Organic Ketchup | 100 % Whole Wheat Flour | |
| Mustard |
Here is a small shopping list of suggested items that should populate your Healthy Kitchen Pantry. Feel free to email me with questions at mrwilson@cookingwithmrwilson.com
Be Well
Chef
Shannon Wilson