1. Start In The Produce Aisle First
Shauna likes to grocery shop by focusing on each category of her micronutrients. Once she walks into the grocery store, she starts by purchasing her favorite fruits and vegetables to have on hand throughout the week.
In her video, she can be seen grabbing bell peppers, cauliflower, strawberries, cucumbers, and avocados.
"I like to think of things that I'm gonna cook with, [like] vegetables, and then also finding little snacks like berries, so that I can just munch on things when I'm not really hungry but still want a snack," explains Shauna.
When you start in the produce aisle, you can follow Shauna's routine, grabbing the vegetables you'll need for lunch, dinner, and snack recipes, then getting a few extra produce items you'd like to snack on. Later on in her video, she grabs a few bags of frozen veggies as well. Getting the produce out of the way is a smart idea, as it's an essential component to fat loss that you want to prioritize.
2. Grab A Few Lean Protein Sources
Shauna is also a big fan of focusing on protein while trying to lose fat, so she stocks up on different lean meats because she'll typically eat a protein source "with every single meal."
"Normally, I like to do either lean ground turkey or chicken breasts for my protein sources," says Shauna. "Sometimes I like salmon as well."
While walking through the meat aisle, Shauna also points out the Lilydale turkey sausages, noting they're a great "lower-fat" breakfast sausage with high amounts of protein.
3. Choose Complex Carb Sources
Once her vegetables, fruits, and protein selections are made and in her cart, Shauna then moves on to grabbing some healthy "carb sources." In her video, she explains that she tends to have rice and quinoa at home as a staple, but will pick out other nutritious and fiber-filled carbs as well.
She also likes to grab sweet potatoes at the grocery store, which offer some more nutrients than regular potatoes. These are all great versions of complex carbs, which take your body longer to digest, and offer up more fiber that can assist in numerous bodily functions. You can still enjoy carbohydrates while on a fat loss and health journey, but you want to be mindful of which carbs you're picking out.
4. Find Low-Sugar Versions Of Your Favorite Condiments
Condiments like ketchup or other flavored sauces are often hidden weight loss inhibitors, as they can pack in a lot more sugar and calories than you may think. For instance, a serving of your average regular ketchup can contain around four grams of sugar in just one or two tablespoons. The same goes for other spreads and condiments like burger sauce, teriyaki sauce, and more.
Shauna suggests keeping an eye out for low-sugar condiments and sauces that have fewer ingredients and sweeteners than your average name brands. Sure, sometimes you have to splurge for these 'health' renditions, but your body will thank you. In her video, she mentions that she's been "loving" a low-sugar teriyaki sauce to put in her noodle stir-frys.
There you have it - easygoing tips for grocery shopping to help you efficiently lose fat. Good luck!