Navigating the Grocery Store

The grocery store can be a very intimidating place when starting a new "diet" or way of life (how I like to refer to it). There are so many products and brands today at your local health food store. So I was thinking it might be helpful if I made a list of the main products and brands that I like to stick to. I've thoroughly researched and tested these products (on myself....not my dog) and they are my favorites.


Supplements
My favorite brand is NEW CHAPTER, but they can get pretty pricey. If you have the money I would recommend buying all your vitamins and supplements from them...There are many brands that are great and wont break the bank.

NEW CHAPTER my favorite products http://www.newchapter.com/
NOW is a great brand for enzymes, vitamin D3 and so on http://www.nowfoods.com
OREGON'S WILD HARVEST is a great brand all organic and biodynamic. http://www.oregonswildharvest.com/
JUNGLE PRODUCTS best coconut oil I've come across. Coconut oil is a good fat with a high heat tolerance. It aids in weight loss, supports the immune system and so much more. I use it on my skin and hair as well. http://www.junglepi.com/products/coconut_oil.html
UDO'S is hands down the best omega fatty acids I've used http://www.florahealth.com/Flora/Home/canada/Products/R7980.asp
DR. OHHIRA'S probiotics are the best! I love these. I don't by any other brand. http://drohhiraprobiotics.com/index.html
BRAGG apple cider vinegar and amino acids are great products. http://www.bragg.com/

So that covers my favorite brands for supplements! I hope that helps.
A few things I like to do at the grocery store

*Stick to the perimeter of the grocery store. all the fresh veggies, fruits and meats are there.
*Stay away from anything packaged or with a long ingredient list. The goal is to eat fresh, unprocessed foods and anything bagged or boxed is usually processed.
*Don't go when you're hungry!
*Make a list and stick to it.
*Don't go with friends that will stray you from you focus and goals with your eating.
*Buy as much organic as you can.