You might not consider shopping at traditional grocery stores like Kroger and its brand names (Smith's, Ralphs, and Fred Meyer, among others) to improve your diet. However, Kroger Health, the healthcare arm of Kroger, recently won Retailer of the Year from Mass Market Retailers for promoting the relationship between diet and health. Additionally, their renowned "Simple Truth" line, which offers natural and organic products and frequently strives for an improved ingredient list and nutrition label, has grown into a $3 billion brand. This alone makes it clear that there may be more healthy foods available at Kroger right now than previously thought.
Here, we provide you with simple guidance as to which foods—national or private brands—should be appearing more frequently in your Kroger shopping cart. Check out The Best Breakfast Foods to Buy at Kroger for Weight Loss, Says Dietitian for more useful advice on high-quality foods you can purchase there.
1. Simple Truth Lentils: Lentils are a type of legume that are high in protein and fiber. They're often used in soups, stews, and salads.
2. Simple Truth Freeze Dried Fruit Variety Pack: Freeze-dried fruit is fruit that has had the water removed through a process of freezing and then drying. This makes the fruit crunchy and shelf-stable. The variety pack may include different types of freeze-dried fruit, such as strawberries, blueberries, and bananas.
3. Bob's Red Mill Nutritional Yeast: Nutritional yeast is a deactivated yeast that is often used as a vegan cheese substitute. It has a nutty, cheesy flavor and is high in protein and B vitamins.
4. Kroger Stir Fry Starters Vegetables With Noodles: This is a pre-packaged meal kit that includes vegetables and noodles that are ready to be cooked together for a quick and easy stir-fry meal.
5. Birds Eye Steamfresh Frozen Protein Power Blend: This is a frozen vegetable blend that includes edamame, lentils, and black beans. It's high in protein and fiber and can be cooked quickly in the microwave or on the stovetop.
6. Silk Unsweetened Soy Milk: Soy milk is a plant-based milk alternative that is made from soybeans. This unsweetened version has no added sugar and is often used as a dairy milk substitute in recipes and beverages.
7. Explore Cuisine Edamame Spaghetti: This is a pasta alternative made from edamame beans. It's high in protein and fiber and is often used as a gluten-free alternative to traditional wheat-based pasta.
8. Simple Truth Hatch Queso Cashew Dip: This is a dairy-free dip made from cashews and flavored with hatch chilies. It's often used as a dip for vegetables or tortilla chips.
9. Simple Truth Mashed Avocado: This is a pre-packaged mashed avocado that is ready to eat. Avocado is a fruit that is high in healthy fats and is often used in salads, sandwiches, and as a topping for toast.
10. Mamma Chia Squeeze Snacks: These are small pouches of fruit and chia seeds that can be eaten on the go. Chia seeds are high in fiber and protein and are often used in smoothies and baked goods.
11. Planters Deluxe Lightly Salted Mixed Nuts: This is a mixture of different types of nuts, such as cashews, almonds, and pecans, that have been lightly salted. Nuts are a good source of healthy fats and protein and are often eaten as a snack.
12. Two Good Vanilla Low-Fat Greek Yogurt: Greek yogurt is a type of yogurt that is high in protein and lower in sugar than traditional yogurt. This low-fat version is flavored with vanilla and is often eaten as a snack or used in recipes.
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