Healthy Items You’ll Want to Stock up on at Whole Foods
Healthy Items You’ll Want to Stock up on at Whole Foods
When you walk into Whole Foods, you know you’re going to find tons of fresh and healthy options in every aisle—and not just from brand names either. The grocery store’s own label, 365 Everyday Value, also offers products that are good for your health and your wallet.
Plus, if you’re an Amazon Prime member, you have access to benefits such as discounts on popular items and grocery delivery and pickup in as little as an hour. You can even add foods to your online Whole Foods shopping cart with the help of Amazon Alexa.
We know that figuring out what to buy at Whole Foods can be overwhelming sometimes thanks to the sheer amount of healthy products, so we’re here to help. Below, 20 of the healthiest foods the store has to offer, so you can take the guesswork out of grocery shopping.
Honey Mustard and Greek Vinaigrette Combo Pack
Primal Kitchen
amazon.com
$18.56
Both of these dressings can also be used as marinade for your meat. But the best part is that they’re made with avocado oil, so you’re getting a good dose of omega-3s that promote heart health.
Pitted Prunes
365 Everyday Value
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Full of natural carbs, fiber, vitamins, and minerals, prunes make a great snack to get you through that midday slump. They’ve also got the antioxidants needed to help keep your bones strong and reduce your risk of heart disease and diabetes.
Organic Red Kidney Beans
365 Everyday Value
amazon.com
Kidney beans are rich in carbs, protein, and fiber, which can help control blood sugar levels, prevent colon cancer, and maintain a healthy weight.
Broccoli & Kale Pasta Sauce
Whole Foods Market
amazon.com
Containing both broccoli and kale, this pasta sauce packs quite the nutritious punch, with essential vitamins and minerals like vitamins C and K, fiber, and potassium.
Artichoke Hearts
365 Everyday Value
amazon.com
The many nutrients in artichokes can help prevent certain types of cancer, boost your immune system, keep your heart healthy, and even rev your metabolism. Bake, boil, or steam them—either way, they’re delicious and nutritious.
Organic Kosher Dill Pickles
365 Everyday Value
amazon.com
Pickles make an awesome mid-ride snack—they’ve got electrolytes, can remedy muscle cramps, and can be used for hydration. They can improve gut health, too.
Organic Fire Roasted Tomatoes
365 Everyday Value
amazon.com
1.86
Tomatoes are full of healthy vitamins like vitamin C, vitamin K, and vitamin B9, plus minerals like potassium.
Avocados
Tropical Importers
amazon.com
$15.52
Avocados are rich in omega-3s, fiber, and potassium—all of which help protect your heart, keep your digestive system regular, and aids in muscle contraction.
Pure Sparkling Water (2 Cases)
La Croix
amazon.com
$35.99
If you sometimes get bored of plain, flat water, sparkling water is a great alternative. Aim for unflavored cans—sometimes ones with flavor can pack hidden added sugars—and add your favorite fruits, or herbs for an extra kick.
Organic Raw Apple Cider Vinegar
365 Everyday Value
amazon.com
Making a salad dressing or marinade with apple cider vinegar, or even mixing it into tea and juice, can have some health benefits. It has been known to lower blood sugar and cholesterol levels and can even aid in weight loss. Be careful, though—too much of it can lead to some dangerous side effects. Stick to diluting it with water or other ingredients and consuming no more than two tablespoons per day.
Green Tea
TAZO
amazon.com
10.49
Green tea is one of the best drinks for your overall health. Among its many benefits are boosting your metabolism, improves your brain function, reduces inflammation, and helps fight cancer.
Garlic
Country Creek Acres
amazon.com
$10.79
Garlic adds flavor to just about every meal. Plus, it can help reduce blood pressure and lower your risk of heart disease and Alzheimer’s.
Organic Carrots
Fresh Nation
amazon.com
Whether you add them to your salad or snack on them plain, the beta-carotene, fiber, vitamin K, potassium, and antioxidants carrots contain can help regulate your digestive system, give your vision a boost, and protect you from certain types of cancers, to name a few things.
Organic Sauerkraut
365 Everyday Value
amazon.com
Sauerkraut is full of probiotics, which promote gut health, along with fiber and vitamin C.
[Related: The Best Types of Probiotics for Endurance Athletes]
Organic Cashews
365 Everyday Value
amazon.com
$7.80
Cashews make for a great snack that helps reduce your blood pressure and cholesterol, decreases your risk of cardiovascular disease, and can also boost your eyesight.
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Add these healthy foods that you can buy at Whole Foods to your grocery list for nutritious and delicious meals.