Grocery Shopping Tips & Healthy Eating Guidelines

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The saying "You are what you eat" really does apply.
When you are working on your new health and fitness plan, a major part of your process involves what you eat so check out these grocery shopping tips and healthy eating guidelines.

However, this does not need to be an overwhelming task or project. There are many resources out there that can help you figure out what to shop for to fill your fridge and feed your body. Let's break it down and start with some basics:

1. Create a healthy foods list as your guide - Google search and have some fun. There are so many different types of fruits, vegetables, spices to choose from.

2. Use a budget and don't be afraid to use coupons. Shop around for deals and head to your local farmer's market to support your community and save money!

3. Stick to the sides of the store - Most processed food are in the middle aisles. "Ma'am, back away from the center and keep your hands where I can see them."

4. Do not shop when you're ravenous, angry, or highly irritable. It is not fair to yourself or anyone around you.

5. Limit treats to 1-2 fun foods. If you have self-control and can have things like chips, chocolate, cheese (whatever it may be) around and not indulge until your day off, that's great! I can not so I wait until my day off and make a special trip. It's fun.

6. Set a shopping schedule so you don't waste time - Avoid the busiest times if at all possible.

7. Buy what you will use. Please do not waste food or money.

8. If prone to shopping stress, throw on headphones and listen to music!

9. Stick to the basics - fruits, vegetables, dairy, chicken, fish, lean meats. Go for the Greens & Bright Colors!

10. Search for the Specials of the Week. They can save you a huge chunk of change and spice up your menu.

For your health: Safe Shopping! Get in, get out, no one gets hurt.


About the Author:
Discover more at http://www.balanceact.com and sign up to get your Free Top 10 Tips to Fitness For Life and find more nutrition resources and healthy eating guidelines. You may also contact Kass directly in North Shore, Oahu, HI at 415-350-7500.



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