Looking for fast healthy food, there are thousands of items in your grocery store that you might never have thought about. These foods are easy to prepare and store, they can be eaten with little or no cooking, so they are the ultimate "convenience" foods and they will not cause you to pack on extra pounds of fat. NutsNuts are the ultimate finger foods. You'll find them in the grocery store pre-shelled, pre-roasted and sometimes pre-spiced. Your best choices, because of the good omega-3 fatty acids they contain, are walnuts and almonds. FYI, peanuts are not actually nuts. They are not the best choice, but if you love them, choose the low-salt varieties.Berries Blueberries, raspberries and blackberries come in plastic containers perfect for snacking and deserts. When they are in season, they are relatively inexpensive. They require no cooking and will satisfy your sweet tooth, without causing a spike in blood sugar and insulin, which research suggests contributes to packing on the pounds, especially in people with an "apple" shape. Berries should be included on anyone's fast healthy food list, regardless of their shape, because of all the unique antioxidants that they contain, including anthocyanidins, lowers your blood pressure, blood sugar levels and improves blood supply to the nervous system. Carrots & CeleryCarrots and celery sticks can completely replace potato chips and other snack foods. It is the "crunchy" texture that our bodies are actually craving. If either seems bland, you can use salt, dips or spices to increase their flavor. But, as time goes by, you will start to enjoy your bag of baby carrots as much, if not more than you enjoyed a bag of chips.Oatmeal & Whole Grain Cereals Oatmeal and whole grains are ultimate fast healthy food choices. They are rich in nutritional value, low in calories and fat, high in fiber and may help you keep your cholesterol levels under control. If you don't have time to make oatmeal, buy some cheeri os or other boxed cereal that is made from whole grains. You'll need to check the ingredients label to be sure. Seafood What's easier or faster than canned tuna or salmon? Do you have the five to seven minutes that it takes to thaw out a bag of cooked shrimp? Do you have time to fire up the grill or lightly grease a fry pan with canola oil and throw in a fresh filet? I'm not sure that any main dish could be faster than seafood and it's so good for you.Soups & StewsIf you want fast healthy food, hot and hearty when you come home from work in the evening, invest in a crock pot. Crock pots are making a comeback, especially in households where both parents work, but they still need to get dinner on the table. Check the internet for great crock pot recipes and enjoy. Salads There is always time for salad, but with the pre-bagged, pre-mixed selections available today, it's even easier to throw one together. This was just a sampling of the fast healthy food that you should include on your shopping list. You might want to take the time to learn more.
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