Nutrition
Keeping your fitness going strong is only half the battle, and by now you know you can’t outrun bad nutrition. In these tough times, every penny counts, especially when you’re shopping for your family. Keeping your kids healthy and teaching them about proper nutrition early is the best way to prevent them from becoming overweight and unhealthy.
So what’s the best game plan when you’re grocery shopping? The first thing you want to do is look for food items that you get the most volume for your dollar. Meaning, don’t buy pre made dinners that cost you $10 per person and then it’s gone and you’re left wondering what’s for dinner tomorrow night. Look for easy to cook and versatile foods that you can use in different recipes for the week. Beans, Lentils, and Rice are examples of foods that will last in your pantry and can be cooked quickly. HEALTHY FOOD IS AFFORDABLE! You just have to know how to shop.
Here are some Heart Smart Minute Nutrition Tips, for great, easy to cook foods that are super healthy, high volume and won’t burn a hole in your wallet!
Brown RIce: A large container of Organic Brown Rice (21oz) will run you about $7.
serving size of 1/3 cup Cal 140
16 servings in total.
$0.44 per serving.
Great for side dishes, stir fry, and rice salad.
Quinoa: A large container of Organic Quinoa (26oz) will run you about $8.
Serving size 1/4 cup, Cal 170
16 servings in total.
$0.50 per serving.
Quinoa is the most protein packed grain and is considered the “super grain.” Fantastic for salads, and side dishes.
Non Fat Plain Greek Yogurt: A Large16oz container, will run you just under $5.
Serving size 8oz Cal 140
2 servings in total.
Add granola, for a protein packed breakfast or fresh fruit. Greek yogurt is also great to add into recipes from entries to desserts, it’s also a great after workout snack.
Dried Lentils: A 16oz box will cost you around $2.50.
Serving size 1/4 cup 170 cal
10 servings per box
$0.25 per serving.
Lentils are 30% protein, loaded with fiber, folate, and Vit B. Great for soup, stew, mix in with salads, and veggie burgers.
Steel Cut Oatmeal: A 16oz box of Steel Cut Oatmeal will cost you about $6.50.
Serving size 1/4 cup 150cal
11 servings per box.
$0.60 per serving–try having breakfast out for that price!
Steel Cut Oatmeal is a great way to power through your morning. Cooks in about 30mins and you can add fruit or honey for extra flavor.
