6 Healthy Food & Nutrition Products I’m Buying as a Dietitian
If you’re anything like me, you’re always on the hunt for healthy, easy, actually tasty food staples that work for busy days on the go. Today I’m sharing 6 of my current favorite healthy food and nutrition products I’m buying as a dietitian!
Whether you’re packing lunches, or trying to sneak in some extra nutrients at snack time, these products are total gems. Let’s get into it!
1. Pop mmms Crackers
What they are: These gluten-free, plant-based crackers are crispy, light, and come in fun flavors that make snacking feel like a treat instead of a chore. Think Cheez It’s, but better ingredients!
Why I love them: The ingredient list is impressive for a cracker that tastes so good! They are also kid-approved! I’m obsessed with the crunch—and they don’t have that weird cardboard taste some health-focused crackers do. You know what I’m talking about. Plus, they’re baked, not fried, but still have a delicious crunch to them. The newer pizza flavor is SO good!
Where you can find them: You can find these in most grocery stores usually in the health food section. I’ve found them at Target, Walmart, and Amazon as well.
How I use them:
- Paired with hummus or guac
- Crumbled over salads for crunch
- A quick snack that I love to pair with protein like cottage cheese or a Babybel cheese. The kids will also love these, I promise!
2. Gardencup Salads
What they are: Pre-portioned, layered salads in a cup that make lunch or dinner ridiculously easy. Think mason jar salad vibes, but better. A friend recently told me about these and then Garden Cup sent me 6 jar box to try. I loved them all! They have several different types of salads, even pasta salad.
Why I love them: These are lifesavers on busy days. The ingredients are always fresh, the flavors are chef-worthy, and the dressings are great—no weird oils or added sugar. They’re easily transportable too, which is nice for us moms who live in our cars.
Where you can find them: You can grab these for 20% by visiting my Gardencup affiliate link and using the code “wholesome” at checkout!
How I use them:
- Grab-and-go lunch when I’m working from home
- Toss on a plate to make a meal
- On the go when I’m running kids in the mom taxi. I’ll just throw one in a cooler along with a fork and lunch is ready!
3. Simple Mills Tomato Basil Crackers
What they are: Grain-free crackers made with almond flour and seasoned with tomato and basil.
Why I love them: The flavor, y’all. The FLAVOR! These are low-carb, dairy-free, and packed with real-food ingredients.
Where you can find them: You can find these at most grocery stores in the health food section. I’ve also found them at Target, Walmart, and Amazon.
How I use them:
- On a snack plate with hummus and veggies
- Dunked in tomato soup
- As a crispy topping on baked chicken or casseroles
4. Just Ingredients Protein Powder
What it is: A clean, whole-food protein powder made without any artificial sweeteners or weird fillers. Available in multiple flavors (creamy peanut butter chocolate and snickerdoodle are my favorite!).
Why I love it: It’s one of the only protein powders I’ve found that tastes amazing and has ingredients I trust. All natural ingredients, no mystery gums—just goodness. Also: it blends beautifully into smoothies or baked goods. It really does have a nice creamy texture that I think you’ll love too.
Where you can find it: You can grab it for 10% off at my Just Ingredients affiliate link! I’d recommend purchasing the sample pack first to find your favorite flavors.
How I use it:
- Mixed with water or milk – it tastes great by itself!
- Stirred into Greek yogurt or oatmeal for overnight oats
- Added to pancake batter or smoothies for extra nutrition
5. PB2 Powdered Peanut Butter
What it is: A powdered peanut butter you mix with water or throw into smoothies for a boost of peanut-y goodness with less fat and fewer calories.
Why I love it: It gives you all the flavor of peanut butter without the heaviness. Great for adding to snacks without going overboard (especially helpful for kids’ snacks or portion-controlled treats).
Where you can find it: You can find this at most grocery stores in the health food section. I’ve also found it at Target, Walmart, and Amazon as well.
How I use it:
- Blended into protein shakes
- Mixed with Greek yogurt for a “peanut butter dip” – I love this with sliced apples!
- Mixed into desserts to keep the calories low but the flavor high!
- Added to baked goods (cookies, muffins, banana bread—yes please!)
6. The Miracle Worker Magnesium Supplement
What it is: A magnesium supplement that helps with sleep, stress, digestion, and muscle recovery. (Basically: mom magic in a jar.) It was developed by fellow dietitians who know their stuff!
Why I love it: It has become a nighttime ritual for me. I’ve been taking this regularly for the past few years and here’s what I’ve noticed: I have fewer headaches and it keeps things moving digestion-wise (TMI, but you get it 😅). It also has helped reduce menstrual cramps and it helps with sleep.
Where you can find it: You can shop using my Gut Personal affiliate link which will save you 10% off your total order!
How I use it:Mixed into water with some added L glutamine (Their Gut Soother is amazing!) to help soothe my GI tract.
Wrap Up
So there you have it! 6 healthy food and nutrition products that I’ve been loving and buying as a dietitian. Whether you’re trying to eat more nutritious foods, meal prep more efficiently, or just treat yourself better, these are staples I recommend over and over again.
Have you tried any of these? What are your go-to grocery staples right now? Drop them in the comments—I’m always on the hunt for new finds!
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