I try to eat clean, whole, nutritious foods and find that if I keep certain items in my pantry and fridge, it's easier to avoid junk food! I've also included a few recipes that I use regularly.
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Nuts
Seeds
Extras
Lentils & Beans
Recipe Books
Hydration / Electrolytes
Nuts
Nuts contain unsaturated fats, antioxidants and fiber. I eat a handful almost every day.
If you live near a Wegmans, you can find regular and organic nuts on their shelves.
Wegmans Organic Walnut Halves & Pieces
Almonds contain fiber, fat, protein, magnesium, vitamin E and Manganese.
Wegmans
Did you know that Macadamia nuts are native to Australia? (I always thought they originated in Hawaii). They are high in calories and fat, but also creamy and delicious!
Walnuts contain omega-3 fats and antioxidants. They're good for baking and snacking.
Wegmans Shelled Walnuts Halves & Pieces, FAMILY PACK
I've been using this recipe for a grab and go breakfast option.
Paleo Chocolate Protein Balls (no dates)
I keep a few of these packs in my handbag so that I'm not tempted to buy junk food snacks while I'm running errands!
Wegmans Organic Raw Almonds, FAMILY PACK
Made in NY without additives/preservatives.
Natural and Organic Almond Butter - Once Again
Available in creamy, crunchy, salt-free or lightly salted.
Natural and Organic Peanut Butter - Gluten-Free, Crunchy or Creamy
Seeds
Seeds are a good source of protein, fat, faber and other nutrients. I sprinkle them on salads, add them to granola, or use them to make in protein balls.
I sprinkle hemp seeds in my yogurt, in smoothie bowls or into my protien ball mix. They contain vitamin E, magnesium, phosphorous and potassium.
Manitoba Harvest Organic Hemp Hearts Shelled Hemp Seeds - Case of 1 - 24 oz
I make chia pudding for breakfast, and add nuts and berries for extra nutrition and taste.
Navitas Organics Vegan Chia Seeds - 8oz
This is the recipe I use to make chia pudding…
Chia Seed Pudding - Love and Lemons
I love adding raw pumpkin seeds to soups (like butternut squash soup) and salads.
Organic Raw Pumpkin Seeds (Pepitas) - 7oz
I add flax seeds to oatmeal or yogurt for extra protein, fiber and omega-3 fatty acids.
NOW Foods Organic Flax Seed
I usually do #1 but I'm making note of all of the other uses for flaxseeds…
10 Easy Ways to Boost Recipes with Flaxseed
Yummy in salads or as a side dish.
Organic Rainbow Quinoa - 12oz - Good & Gather™
Extras
These don't fall into the oter categories, but are in some of the recipes I've listed!
I buy unsweetened shredded coconut to make protein balls.
Anthony's Organic Unsweetened Coconut, 2 lb
I add this to my coffee or into smoothies. There is a taste to it but you get used to it!
