Stocking your pantry with healthy foods is your first defense in eating healthy and controlling your food intake.
Making good choices in the grocery store will pay off in the future. Here’s a good starter list of foods you might not think to always keep on hand-
Frozen sliced veggies- This is perfect for all occasions. If you have a hard time getting your daily recommended amount of in, keeping a bag of mixed frozen veggies on hand is a great idea. They can be cooked up very quickly for snacks, tossed in a stir-fry, served as a side, with pasta, or just about any other way.
Frozen berries- Again, quick and easy. Keeping them in the fridge may even make you feel like you’re going in for ice cream, but you’re coming out with something so much better for you. They’re great frozen right out of the bag, or thawed for a bit, can be quick for on the go or be paired up really great with a dollop of ice cream for dessert.
Canned Beans/Tuna/Chicken- All of these are great sources of quick protein. They are quick, and can make for a few great recipes if you’re stuck in a rut.
Fruit Juice- Check out your juice carefully and you could be doing great for your diet. Grape Juice has those great benefits of red wine, and many other fruit juices can boost up your vitamin C in a second.
These are just a few ideas of great always on hand items. Shopping smartly can help your waste line tremendously. Think about incorporating some of these everyday items into your fridge! What are some always quick buys you go for when shopping?
