Good VS BAD

Let me tell you first hand of just how much the grocery store makes me nervous when I’m on a diet. You’re family now, so I can be real and transparent with you. If I walk down a bread isle, I gain 5lbs before leaving the store. I use to shop with my eyes and not with my heart. Cause let’s face it, our brain have a mind of its on.

Not to mention going shopping on a empty stomach. I once left out of a store with over $120.82 of junk food. And yes, I remembered the exact amount! Don’t judge me. LOL!!! In the words of a southern woman, “Just big eyed!” I had to learn a few tricks to help myself make better choices while shopping. Give these a try and let me know if they worked for you.

1. Stick to a list & AVOID shopping hungry. This is one of my non-negotiables. I planned my meals ahead and write a precise shopping list to avoid impulse buying. Shopping on a empty stomach can lead to cravings and unhealthy choices, so I ate a protein-rich snack (like Greek yogurt or buts) before heading to the store.

2. I shopped on the Perimeter FIRST! Most grocery store place fresh produce, lean proteins (like meat, fish, and eggs), and dairy along the outer aisles. The inner aisles contain snacks and sugary items.

3. Choosing Single-Ingredient Foods. For example: Pick a plain sweet potato instead of pre-seasoned sweet potato fries, or plain Greek yogurt instead of flavored yogurt with added sugar.

   This simplifies healthy eating and helps you avoid hidden diet saboteurs.

   I hope these three tips assist you to make better choices when grocery shopping. Message me if you need any help along the way. You got this, I got this, WE got this.

   Toya~