I get asked all of the time what kinds of foods I eat and of course what I feed my family. Those who follow me know we eat a diet with LOTS of organic fruits and vegetables with fish, some chicken, and very little meat- only a few times a year at holidays or weddings with family.

So today, I’d like to share with you what’s in my pantry. I am such an advocate of REAL food, from the produce section that we rarely buy things shopping down the isles at the store.

I am so impressed with the organic section at Kroger though! You really can find almost anything you need there even organic turmeric! Click here to shop Kroger’s Simple Truth Organic Line – you can even use their ClickList Program for easy online ordering and quick pick up!  So let’s get started……

Ghee

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• High smoke point
• Packed with fat-soluble vitamins
• Free of lactose and casein
• Contains conjugated linoleic Acid
• Loaded with butyrate
• Has a strong, buttery flavor
• Strengthens your bones
• Promotes healthy weight loss.
• Improves digestion
• Reduces inflammation

Organic Quinoa

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• Complete protein source
• Twice as much fiber as most other grains. …
• Contains iron
• Contains lysine
• Rich in magnesium
• Rich in Riboflavin (B2)
• Rich in manganese

Coconut

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• Supports immune system health
• Anti-viral
• Anti-bacterial
• Anti-fungal
• Anti-parasitic
• Provides a natural source of quick energy and enhances physical and athletic performance
• Improves digestion and absorption of nutrients, vitamins, and minerals
• Improves insulin secretion and symptoms associated with diabetes

Organic Sunflower Seeds

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• Promotes cardiovascular health
• Contains phytosterols which promote healthy cholesterol levels
• Good source of magnesium
• Supports mood and mental health
• Contains selenium; a potent antioxidant which supports the thyroid
• Improves insulin secretion and symptoms associated with diabetes

Almonds

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• Contain healthy fats,
• Good fiber source
• Contain protein
• Help to lower blood sugar levels
• Reduce blood pressure 
• Lowers cholesterol
• Suppresses appetite
• Support healthy weight loss

Organic Olive Oil

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• Rich in healthy monounsaturated fats
• Rich in antioxidants
• Strong anti-inflammatory properties
• May help prevent strokes
• Protective against heart disease

Dark Chocolate

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• Rich in antioxidants
• Supports cardiovascular health
• Helps prevent diabetes
• Contains anti-cancer benefits
• Supports bone health
• Supports dental health
• Improves cognitive function

Organic peanut butter

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• One serving contains 3 mg of the powerful antioxidant vitamin E
• 49 mg of bone-building magnesium
• 208 mg of muscle-friendly potassium
• 0.17 mg of immunity-boosting vitamin B6
• May decrease risk of heart disease
• May decrease risk of diabetes
• Helps to protect against chronic health conditions

 

Organic Coffee

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• Helps protect against type 2 diabetes
• Helps prevent Parkinson’s disease
• Supports the liver
• Promotes a healthy heart

Organic Honey

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• May help to prevent cancer
• Help to prevent heart disease
• Contains flavonoids
• Rich in antioxidants
• May help control ulcers 
• Anti-bacterial properties
• Anti-fungal properties
• Improves athletic performance
• Reduces a cough and throat irritation

Organic Tahini

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• It’s rich in minerals such as phosphorus, lecithin, magnesium, potassium and iron
• It’s a good source of Methionine, which aids in liver detoxification
• It’s one of the best sources of calcium out there
• It’s high in vitamin E and vitamins B1, B2, B3, B5 and B15
• Helps to promote healthy cell growth
• Prevent anemia
• Helps to maintain healthy skin and muscle toneIt has 20% complete protein, making it a higher protein source than most nuts
• It’s easy for your body to digest because of its high alkaline mineral content, which is great for assisting in weight loss
• It is high in unsaturated fat (good fat!)

Organic Raw Sugar

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Everything in moderation right?! If you need sugar please just eat real sugar. I take just one teaspoon in my coffee.So you are probably saying to yourself now come on Dr. Nandi, You’ve gotta snack on something? What about your kids? Honestly, I really just snack on nuts and cut up veggies but we do buy things like Organic Pretzels and organic fishies 🙂 We put peanut butter on them for some protein.

You can find all of these items and their health benefits on my website at: https://askdrnandi.com/health-benefits-foods/

Now you know you don’t have to starve to be healthy and you don’t have to spend a fortune either! Just focus on staying as close to nature as possible. Fresh foods and foods with short, simple ingredient’s lists. 

To your health and happiness!

Make Healthy Living a Part of Every Day!

Namaste.