10 Foods to Have on Hand at All Times
One of the biggest challenge we all face is which are the best foods to buy when you’re at the grocery store to get those abs to really show. There’s just so many options and so many so called “superfoods” but having a clear focus and plan when you go grocery shopping is really the key to eating healthier and in turn feeling your best.
Let’s not waste anytime though and simplify things for you a bit by looking at a list of 10 of the best foods to keep stocked in your kitchen.
This is by no means a complete grocery list, but these items all pack a serious nutritional punch, and can really go a long way to support your weight loss and training goals (sorry I had to plug the name of the website! haha).
All kidding aside, get your grocery list out, grab a pen, and find at least 5 you want to try this week.
10 Healthy Foods to Stock Your Kitchen With
Coconut
I’m going to start off this list with a food that’s really making its rounds lately. Coconut seems to be everywhere, and it really is a great food to keep on hand for a number of reasons. Coconut oil is probably the first item I’d go with. It’s really versatile, as it’s great for either baking or cooking and frying. Give it a try here – Nutiva Organic Extra-Virgin Coconut Oil
Vegetable Stock
Another great option for cooking, vegetable stock is a flavor powerhouse. Rather than cooking things in water, vegetable stock can really boost the taste of meats (especially chicken), potatoes, and other starches like rice and pasta. It also comes full of extra vitamins and minerals, especially if it’s homemade.
Avocados
You’ll always find a few avocados in my fridge. In addition to being a rich source of vitamins and minerals, one avocado contains about 7 or 8 grams of protein. Plus avocados are high in healthy omega-3 fatty acids, which can help boost your metabolism and keep you full for hours after eating them. Plus who doesn’t like a good guacamole?
Roasted Seaweed
There are a few varieties of seaweed you can buy, but all come packed with vitamins and minerals like folate, calcium, and magnesium. Roasted seaweed is great to have on hand and in addition to using it in homemade sushi, you can also make chips out of it with a little seasoning (like cayanne or cajun) and some baking, or throw it in soups and salads.
