Dreading going to the grocery store? Are you buying out of hunger as opposed to health? More than half of our food we buy is made up of highly processed foods. Check out our slideshow and learn some healthier buying strategies.
Shop the Perimeter
More than 60% of the calories we purchase at grocery stores are from highly processed foods, such as TV dinners, cookies, chips, soda, and candy. (1) The healthier foods are located on the outside aisles. The next time you go shopping, stick to the perimeter, and you will be able to choose more fruits, vegetables, lean meats, andlow fat dairy foods. Avoid the center aisles, which are filled with highly processed food.
Dreading going to the grocery store? Are you buying out of hunger as opposed to health? More than half of our food we buy is made up of highly processed foods. Check out our slideshow and learn some healthier buying strategies.
Plan, Plan, Plan
Do not leave home without your grocery list! Help reduce your bill as well as allow yourself to stay focused on the foods you really need, and help you avoid throwing unnecessary items into the cart.
Dreading going to the grocery store? Are you buying out of hunger as opposed to health? More than half of our food we buy is made up of highly processed foods. Check out our slideshow and learn some healthier buying strategies.
Don’t Shop Hungry
You are more likely to purchase junk and less healthy foods when you are hungry. Go shopping after a meal or grab a small snack prior to hitting the store.
Dreading going to the grocery store? Are you buying out of hunger as opposed to health? More than half of our food we buy is made up of highly processed foods. Check out our slideshow and learn some healthier buying strategies.
Treats
If you must venture into the center aisles, specifically the snack aisles where chips and cookies are, ask yourself–What is the portion size for 80-100 calories, and is the daily value less than 5% for total fat?
Dreading going to the grocery store? Are you buying out of hunger as opposed to health? More than half of our food we buy is made up of highly processed foods. Check out our slideshow and learn some healthier buying strategies.
Think of DASH Diet
Did you buy enough fruit and vegetables to eat daily? Did you purchase low-fat dairy products such as milk or yogurt? Are you choosing whole grains and lean cuts of meat?
