As you'll see, there is next to little processed food on the list. This is only a sample, there are other healthy options that aren't listed, but it's a great start.
A Simple Low-Carb Shopping List
A good rule is to shop at the perimeter of the store, where the whole foods are likelier to be found.
Organic and grass-fed foods are best, but only if you can easily afford them. Even if you don’t buy organic, your diet will still be a thousand times better than the standard western diet.
Try to choose the least processed option that still fits into your price range.
A Simple Low-Carb Shopping List
A good rule is to shop at the perimeter of the store, where the whole foods are likelier to be found.
Organic and grass-fed foods are best, but only if you can easily afford them. Even if you don’t buy organic, your diet will still be a thousand times better than the standard western diet.
Try to choose the least processed option that still fits into your price range.
- Meat (Beef, lamb, pork, chicken, bacon)
- Fish (Fatty fish like salmon is best)
- Eggs (Choose Omega-3 enriched or pastured eggs if you can)
- Butter
- Coconut Oil
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil (Do not cook with it, only use on salads as a dressing)
- Cheese
- Full Fat Cream
- Sour Cream
- Yogurt (full-fat, unsweetened. Greek.)
- Blueberries (can be bought frozen)
- Nuts
- Olives
- Fresh vegetables
- Frozen vegetables: broccoli, carrots, various mixes.
- Salsa Sauce
- Condiments: sea salt, pepper, garlic, mustard, etc.
- Oats/porridge