Not everyone needs help shopping for their groceries. But we could all stand to make healthier choices when grocery shopping. From building a healthy grocery list to sharing tips on finding the most nutritious options in the store, dietitian-guided shopping can help you take control of your health and nutrition.
Is Seeing a Dietitian Worth It?
A Registered Dietitian has the education, tools, resources, and experience to educate and guide you through your health journey with food. Whether you want to lose weight and feel healthier or need help managing a medical condition, a dietitian is your friend to nutrition success.
You can schedule a day and time to go with your personal dietitian to the supermarket of your choice, where they will walk around the store with you, sharing:
- Shopping Tips
- How to Read Nutrition Labels
- Foods to Avoid
- Foods to Look For
What is a Supermarket Dietitian?
Some grocery stores now have dietitians working in their stores. They’re there to help customers with grocery shopping, educate on various food choices, and suggest alternatives to favorite foods. However, since they don’t have access to your medical information, they can’t provide patient assessments or long-term care like our registered dietitians can.
One of the most critical steps in grocery shopping is knowing what you’re going there to buy. If you go without a list or meal plan in mind, you’ll end up with a cart full of random ingredients that don’t go together or junk food. Or both. Your dietitian can work with you to develop a meal plan that meets your nutritional needs and health goals. With that meal plan, you can work with what’s in your cabinets to create a grocery list.
Weight Loss Grocery List
Studies show that increasing your intake of fruits and vegetables can counteract weight gain associated with genetics. Produce should be the majority of a grocery list geared toward weight loss.
Diabetic Grocery List
While produce is still essential for a diabetic grocery list, pay extra attention to the carbohydrates and sugars they contain. Whole grains, high-fiber foods, and lean protein can help maintain stable blood sugars.
Do I Have to Shop at a Healthy Grocery Store?
Breaking the bank shopping at Fresh Market or Whole Foods isn’t necessary. If you keep an eye on ingredients and load up on fresh fruits and veggies, where you shop doesn’t matter. Shopping healthy on a budget is easy when you follow a few tips:
- Be Prepared with a Meal Plan and Grocery List
- Shop the Outer Aisles First
- Read Nutrition Labels
- Explore the Produce Section
- Don’t Shop on an Empty Stomach.
You can succeed at healthy grocery shopping with the right tools and resources. Our registered dietitians are here to help you create a meal plan that meets your health and nutrition needs. We can act as your grocery shopping guide by helping develop a healthy grocery list that’s easy to follow. Don’t get overwhelmed with nutrition labels and diet requirements for a medical condition. Let us help. Give us a call today for your healthy shopping consultation.
Supercharge Your Cart & Unlock the Benefits of Shopping with a Dietitian
Elevate your shopping experience and make healthier choices by scheduling a shopping session with our expert dietitians – let them guide you through the aisles, provide personalized advice, and empower you to make informed decisions for a nourishing and balanced lifestyle. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to transform your grocery shopping routine – contact our Dietitian Group today and embark on a journey towards better nutrition and overall wellness.
