Need some healthy food ideas? I got you!
The top question I get from people who want to lose weight or have more energy is “What food should I eat?”.
I often give out lists of healthy food options to friends and family, so I thought I would create a cheatsheet with 100 different healthy foods from multiple food groups to choose from.
I want to make it easier for people to get healthy.
We are all busy with daily life, so healthy cheatsheets can be our best friend!
Print this and keep it handy when making a grocery shopping list.
Below I will list a food group along with food ideas within each group.
Vegetables
1. Kale
2. Spinach
3. Broccoli
4. Brussels sprouts
5. Carrots
6. Beets
7. Cauliflower
8. Zucchini
9. Butternut squash
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10. Peppers
11. Tomatoes
12. Eggplant
13. Green beans
14. Peas
15. Asparagus
16. Cabbage
17. Arugula
18. Swiss chard
19. Bok choy
20. Cucumbers
Fruit
21. Berries (blueberries, raspberries, strawberries, blackberries)
22. Apples
23. Oranges
24. Pears
25. Bananas
26. Mangoes
27. Pineapple
28. Watermelon
29. Grapes
30. Kiwi
31. Avocado (yep, it’s a fruit)
32. Papaya
33. Pomegranate
34. Figs
35. Cherries
36. Plums
37. Peaches
38. Apricots
39. Lemons
40. Limes
Grains
41. Quinoa
42. Brown rice
43. Oats
44. Whole wheat pasta
45. Barley
46. Millet
47. Amaranth
48. Bulgur
49. Spelt
50. Freekeh (it is similar to farro)
51. Rye
52. Teff
53. Farro
54. Buckwheat
55. Couscous (whole wheat)
Protein
56. Lentils
57. Chickpeas (aka garbanzo beans)
58. Black beans
59. Kidney beans
60. Mung beans (you can find this as a pasta too)
61. Edamame
62. Tofu
63. Tempeh
64. Almonds
65. Walnuts
66. Chia seeds
67. Hemp seeds
68. Flaxseeds
69. Salmon (wild-caught)
70. Sardines
71. Eggs
72. Chicken (skinless and organic)
73. Turkey (lean and organic)
74. Grass-fed beef
Dairy and alternatives
75. Greek yogurt (unsweetened)
76. Cottage cheese
77. Feta cheese
78. Mozzarella (fresh)
79. Kefir
80. Almond milk (unsweetened)
81. Soy milk (unsweetened)
82. Oat milk (unsweetened)
83. Coconut yogurt
84. Cashew cheese (this can be a great option or an alt cheese sauce)
Fats and oils
85. Olive oil (extra virgin)
86. Avocado oil
87. Coconut oil
88. Flaxseed oil
89. Hempseed oil
90. Walnuts or almonds (if you don’t like walnuts, like me)
91. Pumpkin seeds
92. Sunflower seeds
93. Sesame seeds
94. Tahini
Herbs and Spices
95. Turmeric
96. Cinnamon
97. Ginger
98. Basil
99. Rosemary
100. Oregano
Remember to choose mostly whole foods and foods that are minimally processed when planning your meals. I believe in moderation with eating. Eat healthy most of the time and enjoy an occasional indulgence.
Food can be a wonderful part of happy, healthy living. It can taste delicious and it can nourish and body and soul at the same time.
Here's some more reading about healthy foods:
What Is Magnesium Good for, Exactly? (Plus Quinoa Salad Recipe)
Nutritional Yeast 101: Maximizing Nutrition and Taste in Your Diet
17 Delicious Superfoods to Add to Your Life Today for a Mega Nutritional Boost
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