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1. The fastest way to your fitter-body goals starts
in the kitchen. Beyond piling high the fruits and
vegetables, stock up on these higher-protein,
lower-calorie packaged foods from every aisle
and step up your grocery-shopping game.
BY CAT PERRY & KRISTIN MAHONEY
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2016 HERS CLEANEST
PACKAGED FOODS GUIDE

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GOOD CULTURE
ORGANIC COTTAGE CHEESE
Organic, non-GMO, gluten-free, low-sugar
On-the-go packs of organic cottage cheese
come in a variety of sweet and savory flavors
like Blueberry Acai Chia and Sundried
Tomato. One of the best high-protein,
low-calorie foods you can eat, this is a staple
in any clean kitchen. Available at Whole Foods
CALIFIA FARMS
FULL SHOT
COLD BREW
Vegan, non-GMO
Get your energy boost
while you’re on the go.
One 10.5 oz serving
provides you with your
daily dose of caffeine,
but also 6 grams of
protein. Whole Foods
ORGANIC
VALLEY
GRASSMILK
Gluten-free, protein
Milk, like this one
from grass-fed cows,
has five times more
heart-healthy
conjugated linoleic
acids (CLAs) than
milk from grain-fed
cows. organicvalley.com
MUSCLEEGG EGG WHITES
High-protein, low-calorie
These pasteurized 100% liquid egg whites
come in nine flavors like Key Lime Pie,
Chocolate Caramel, or Original that are
ready to drink but can also be cooked to
create your favorite protein-packed recipes,
with 26 grams of protein per serving.
muscleegg.com
SARGENTO
BALANCED
BREAKS
Protein, healthy fats
Nut and cheese packs
make an ideal craving
calmer, with protein
and healthy fats in a
perfect portion.
sargento.com
Dairy & Eggs
Meat &
Seafood
CHOBANI
SIMPLY 100
CRUNCH
High-protein,
gluten-free,
lower-sugar
A better
breakfast
(or snack) is
served. Get
10 grams of
protein plus
a small sweet
crunch of
granola in only
100 calories.
chobani.com
SWEET EARTH GET
FOCUSED! FUNCTIONAL
BREAKFAST BURRITO
High-protein, vegetarian, whole grains
These multigrain wraps are a clean
eater’s dream, filled with rich proteins
like egg whites, tofu, peas, and quinoa,
plus chunky vegetables, balanced
perfectly with the right amount of
spices. Skip the same-old omelet and
have one of these instead.
sweetearthfoods.com
EPIC BONE
BROTH
High-protein,
Paleo-friendly,
gluten-free
So much tastier
than plain bone
broths, these
artisan blends are
made homestyle
with garlic and
herbs. Each cup
has 9–10 grams of
protein, collagen,
and minerals. Sip
it post-workout or
as a mashed sweet
potatoes stock.
epicbroth.com
TRADER
JOE’S USDA
CHOICE
FILET
MIGNON
High-protein,
gluten-free, Paleo
Premium protein
with a choice,
tender cut of meat
like filet mignon
ensures that you
get the nutrition
you need to build
stronger muscles
and recover
stronger with every
bite. traderjoes.com
UDI’S
CHICKEN
MAPLE
SAUSAGE
BREAKFAST
SANDWICH
Gluten-free,
high-protein
With egg whites
and chicken
sausage and a bit
of sweet maple
syrup, this break­
fast sandwich is a
strong start to your
day if you don’t
have time to make
your own.
udisglutenfree.com
APPLEGATE
GRILLED
CHICKEN
STRIPS
Dairy-free,
gluten-free,
low-fat, sugar-free
These grilled
chicken strips
are tender and
precooked. So just
heat and eat!
Convenience doesn’t
get any healthier.
Available at Target
TRADER JOE’S
SRIRACHA
TUNA SALAD
Low-calorie, healthy
fats, high-protein
Perfect for an
on-the-go meal,
this spicy tuna
blend from Trader
Joe’s is high in
protein and low in
calories and fat.
traderjoes.com
AL FRESCO
UNCURED
CHICKEN
BACON
Nitrate-/nitrite-free,
gluten-free,
100% natural
Chicken bacon is
a healthier pork
alternative, with
70% less fat and
just 30 calories
per serving.
alfrescoall
natural.com
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Breads, Grains,
Pasta & Cereal
SEVEN SUNDAYS BLUEBERRY CHIA BUCKWHEAT MUESLI
Protein, gluten-free, non-GMO, high-fiber
A delicious blend of chewy blueberries and apples, crispy coconut, and superfood chia
seeds, it has 6 grams of protein and only 7 grams of sugar per half cup. sevensundays.com
MODERN TABLE
MEALS CREAMY
MUSHROOM
PASTA KIT
Gluten-free, high-protein,
high-fiber
Protein-filled comfort
food? Feel free to
have a second serving.
These healthier pasta
kits are made from
beans and legumes—
like black beans and
red lentils—offering
21 grams of protein
per cup and tons of
potassium, vitamin C,
and iron.
moderntable.com
ALTER ECO
HEIRLOOM
QUINOA
Whole-grain, gluten-free
This quinoa has a
unique nutty flavor
which makes it
perfect for shaking up
your grain game.
alterecofoods.com
KASHI
GO LEAN
CLUSTERS
CEREAL IN
VANILLA
PEPITA
Non-GMO,
gluten-free, vegan
This sweet and
crunchy cereal
is made from
plant-powered
ingredients
that give you
9 grams of
protein and
6 grams of fiber,
leaving you full
and satisfied
until lunchtime.
Whole Foods
ARNOLD
EXTRA
GRAINY
BREAD
This bread has
18 grams of
whole grains
that are visible
inside and out,
along with
4 grams of
fiber per slice.
A healthier,
less-processed
option for
sandwiches
and toast.
Available at
Walmart
MINUTE RICE MULTI-GRAIN
MEDLEY
Gluten-free, whole grains
This medley of quinoa, brown, thai red, and
wild rice, is 100% whole grain and ready to eat
in just 10 minutes. minuterice.com
BFREE BREAD
Gluten-free, vegan, non-GMO
Every gluten-free bread wants to taste as
soft and satisfying as this one. BFree
makes bagels, multigrain loaves, sliced,
and pita. So satisfying, you won’t miss
the other stuff. us.bfreefoods.com
GRAINFUL STEEL CUT MEALS IN
UNSTUFFED PEPPER
Gluten-free, whole grains
A fast, flavorful, and macro-friendly frozen
dinner (18 grams protein, 260 calories) provides
you with hearty veggies, turkey, and grains in
just minutes. Comes in a ton of flavors,
including Porcini Mushroom Chicken and
Tuscan Bean & Kale, proving that oats are more
than just a breakfast food. grainful.com
SIMPLE MILLS PANCAKE
& WAFFLE MIX
Gluten-free, non-GMO, grain-free, soy-free
Delicious lower-carb pancake and waffle mix
made with almond flour is ideal for clean eating
(18 grams of carbs per two cakes). Just add in a
dash of your favorite protein powder when
mixing, for a healthy silver dollar that’s free of
refined sugars and grains. simplemills.com
NOR-
WEGIAN
PROTEIN
MAGIC
WAFFLES
Gluten-free
A single waffle is
packed with 24
grams of protein
and only 2 grams
of sugar. It’s a
perfect combo of
macros to create
a healthy and
tasty breakfast
or post-workout
snack.
vikingwaffles.com
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Sauces, Spreads,
Butters, Spices & Dips
NUTS ‘N MORE SALTED
CARAMEL PEANUT BUTTER
High-protein
This intensely delicious Salted Caramel
peanut butter has added whey protein
isolate and flaxseed for muscle-building
protein and healthy omega-3s that are
ideal for smoothies, fruit toppers, and
so much more. nuts-n-more.com
RICH & CREAMY
MELT ORGANIC SPREAD
Dairy-free, MCT oils
A creamy fruit-and-nut-oil-based butter
alternative that includes virgin coconut
oil, which offers plenty of fat-fighting
medium-chain triglycerides. It has no
trans fats and a balanced ratio of 2-to-1 of
omega-6s to -3s, plus only half the
calories and saturated fat of butter. It also
comes in flavors like Honey and
Chocolate in addition to original.
meltorganics.com
SAN
FRANCISCO
SALT CO.
SMOKED
SEA SALT
Zero-calorie
Gourmet salts with
deep, smoked flavors
like hickory and
cherrywood, these
make your meat and
veggie dishes pop,
without adding any
calories. sfsalt.com
SIX PACK
FITNESS
HOT SAUCE
Gluten-free
Add intensity
with zero-calorie
serrano mango hot
sauce. Use on
chicken, beef,
and veggies for
guilt-free flavor.
sixpackbags.com
SABRA VEGGIE FUSIONS GUACAMOLE GARDEN VEGETABLE
Healthy fats
Made famous by its hummus, Sabra is whipping up guacamole with a healthy addition of carrots, bell peppers, and
squash, which boost the vitamins and lower fat with every bite. sabra.com
Sweets
BARNANA
High-potassium
Chocolate-coated
banana bites are a
great sweet-tooth
satisfier and have
tons of potassium
to boot. barnana.com
CRUNCHIES FREEZE-DRIED
PINEAPPLE Gluten-free
You don’t need a special reason to snack on
these tasty dried-fruit bites. These healthy,
low-calorie Crunchies can be tossed into
granola or yogurt to add a little burst of tang.
crunchiesfood.com
I HEART
KEENWAH
DARK
CHOCOLATE
HIMALAYAN
PINK SALT
Vegan, gluten-free,
non-GMO
Cheat foods don’t
have to be so bad
for you. Crunchy
quinoa puffs are
coated in just-
sweet-enough
dark chocolate
with a dash of
pink salt, with
3 grams of protein
per serving.
iheartkeenwah.com
IL MORSO COFFEE
CHOCOLATE BAR Low-sugar
Coffee and dark chocolate wrapped in one
bar—what’s not to love? These low-calorie
morsels have 15–18 grams of caffeine from
fair-trade coffee and only one gram of sugar.
ilmorso.com
SMART
SWEETS
Low-sugar,
high-fiber, sugar-/
alcohol-free
Part ways with
sugar cravings
as you pop
SmartSweets
into your
mouth. These
tangy gummy
bears have
5 grams of
protein per
pack and
24 grams of a
soluble-fiber
blend, with
only 2 grams
of sugar.
smartsweets.com
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