Healthy Food Lists for Better Everyday Eating
Simple beginner-friendly food lists to help you make healthier choices with confidence.
Anti-Inflammatory Foods for Beginners
- • Berries (blueberries, strawberries)
- • Leafy greens (spinach, kale)
- • Fatty fish (salmon, sardines)
- • Extra-virgin olive oil
- • Walnuts & almonds
- • Turmeric & ginger
- • Green tea
- • Tomatoes
High-Protein Foods
- • Chicken breast
- • Greek yogurt
- • Cottage cheese
- • Eggs
- • Tuna & salmon
- • Lentils & beans
- • Tofu & edamame
- • Quinoa
Low-Carb Healthy Foods
- • Eggs
- • Leafy greens
- • Avocado
- • Cheese
- • Nuts & seeds
- • Berries (in moderation)
- • Chicken & fish
- • Non-starchy vegetables
Healthy Snacks
- • Apple + almond butter
- • Hard-boiled eggs
- • Hummus + veggie sticks
- • Greek yogurt + berries
- • Trail mix
- • Cheese + whole-grain crackers
- • Edamame
- • Banana + peanut butter
Simple Grocery Staples
- • Oats & whole-grain bread
- • Brown rice & quinoa
- • Olive oil & vinegar
- • Canned beans & lentils
- • Frozen berries & vegetables
- • Eggs & plain yogurt
- • Garlic, onions, herbs & spices
- • Nut butters
Foods to Enjoy Sometimes
- • Sugary drinks & sodas
- • Packaged sweets & pastries
- • Deep-fried foods
- • Processed meats
- • Refined white bread
- • Heavily processed snacks
- • Excess alcohol
- • Sweetened cereals
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Guidance on this page is informed by general public health information from reputable organizations such as Harvard Health, Mayo Clinic, Cleveland Clinic, USDA, NIH, Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Always confirm any health decision with your own qualified healthcare professional.