What I Buy Each Week to Stay Healthy

A realistic grocery list to make your week easier (and more delicious)

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Hunter Stoler
August 04, 2025

The grocery store can be an overwhelming place. It has everything from tempting cookies and chips to broccoli, blueberries, and steak. That’s why I want to share my typical grocery list, breaking down the food categories I purchase weekly to create simple, healthy meals.

I’m all about convenience + health, so if that’s what you’re looking for, this week’s newsletter is perfect for you.

Proteins

In my opinion, protein is the most important food group. It helps your body recover, build muscle, and feel strong.

Here’s what I stock up on each week:

  • Ground turkey, beef, and chicken: Easy to cook with clean seasonings (I love Siete Foods).

  • Pre-made proteins: Chicken sausage and chicken burgers for no clean-up meals (my favorites: Bilinski’s and Amylu Foods, both found at many other stores nationwide).

  • Greek yogurt: Fage, Painterland Sisters, & Stonyfield are my top picks.

  • Protein powder: I love FlavCity! A yogurt bowl with a scoop of protein powder keeps me full for hours.

  • Frozen grass-finished steaks: Always in my freezer for quick, nutrient-dense dinners.

Carbohydrates

Carbs are essential for energy, fiber, and overall health. Here’s what I grab:

  • Fruit: My go-tos are blueberries and honeycrisp apples. You guys know frozen organic wild blueberries are my favorite! Kiwis are delicious as well.

  • Sweet potatoes: These are nature’s candy! I especially love Japanese sweet potatoes… they’re amazing roasted in the oven or air fryer.

  • Clean cereal & granola: Perfect for yogurt bowls or smoothies (my favorites are by Seven Sundays for that crunch factor).

Vegetables

Veggies are a non-negotiable for me, but I make them as convenient as possible:

  • Frozen vegetables (cauliflower rice, broccoli) for quick sides.

  • Pre-cut fresh veggies (baby carrots, bell peppers) to snack on or toss into meals.

  • Lettuce/greens for easy, last-minute salads (I buy triple-washed options).

Fats

Healthy fats help your body absorb vitamins and keep meals satisfying (plus, they taste amazing). Here’s what I always keep stocked in my apartment:

  • Avocados (also high in fiber + protein)

  • Salad dressings (Primal Kitchen, SideDish, and Dress It Up)

  • Olive oil & avocado oil (Chosen Foods and Primal Kitchen)

  • Grass-fed butter (Kerrygold is my go-to)
    I also get fats naturally from grass-fed steaks, greek yogurt, whole milk, and peanut butter.

If you take one thing from this newsletter: fats don’t make you fat… overeating does!

Snacks

I have a snack daily around 3-4 PM. This makes sure I am satiated from lunch to dinner, preventing me from going off the rails and overeating. Here are my repeat favorites:

  • Midday Squares: Chocolatey, protein-packed, and satisfying (Crunchy Peanut is my #1, Cookie Dough is a close second).

  • Solely Fruit Gummies: Just fruit… no added sugar. These are a perfect swap for Gushers!

  • Gheelish Popcorn: A high-volume, high-fiber snack made without seed oils or additives.

  • Protein Bars: you can’t go wrong with these options.

Main Takeaway

I hope this week’s newsletter inspires your next grocery run! Keep it simple, keep it balanced, and remember that healthy eating doesn’t have to be complicated or time-consuming.

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– Hunter

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