five foods nutritionists eat every day

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Most of us, no matter how varied our diet is, eat some of the same foods every single day. (I, for example, eat a LOT of eggs!) So I reached out to some of my favorite Dietitians and Nutritionists to find out what they’re eating every day! Their answers aren’t necessarily surprising, but I love the ideas on how to incorporate these foods into your diet. (It’s time to stock up on greek yogurt!)

 

Plain nonfat Greek yogurt is my go-to food. I eat it with fruits and nuts for breakfast, use it to make dips for veggies, and stir it with various mix-ins like shredded coconut and honey or peanut butter and jelly, to make dessert. It’s a great source of calcium and protein, and at 100 calories per serving, it’s a real calorie bargain too!

Samantha B. Cassetty, MS, RD
Nutrition Director, Good Housekeeping Research Institute
@nutritionistsam

 

Cruciferous vegetables. Cauliflower, broccoli, cabbage, kale, bok choy, Brussels sprouts – I eat at least one of these veggies every day. Along with their vitamin and mineral content, they are loaded with phytonutrients that are known cancer-fighters. I like to use them in cooking because they hold up well in vegetable stir-fries, on pizzas and in pasta. They also add a great crunch to salads. The best part about these veggies is that they are fall, winter and spring crops so when fresh summer produce is scarce they are almost always available.

Lori Rice, MS
Nutritionist & Freelance Writer
fakefoodfree.com

 

Since I eat a mostly plant-based diet, I rely on plant proteins every single day. At least one meal a day I feast on beans or lentils. Sometimes I sprinkle chickpeas on my salad, other times I have a pinto bean burrito with veggies for lunch, or I will make a thick bean stew for dinner.  They supply me with protein, as well as slow-burning carbs, vitamins, minerals and lots of fiber.

Sharon Palmer, RD
sharonpalmer.com

 

I definitely believe that everyone needs a varied diet and that you shouldn’t focus on just one particular food or food group, but my day just doesn’t feel complete if I don’t eat some kind of fresh leafy green. There is just something about eating a nice cold salad that makes me feel so good and healthy inside. Whether it consists of romaine lettuce, kale or mixed greens, a fresh salad is something I strive to include in my diet every day.

Ben Troung, RD

 

It’s hard to pinpoint one single food that I eat every day (other than my desperately-needed morning cup of coffee), but if I had to choose one, I’d pick low-fat vanilla Greek yogurt – and for many reasons. For starters, it satisfies my sweet tooth without packing on unhealthy fat and calories and it’s a great source of protein and calcium. I often layer it with fresh fruit, toasted nuts, and whole grain cereal (AKA, parfait style). Greek yogurt is filling because it has double the protein of regular yogurt, and it has a rich and creamy texture which I love. I use it as a mayonnaise replacement in recipes like chicken salad, add it to fruit smoothies, and use it in baked goods like muffins and quick breads. It hits the spot!

Liz Weiss, MS, RD
Founder, Meal Makeover Moms’ Kitchen
Author, No Whine with Dinner: 150 Healthy, Kid-Tested Recipes from The Meal Makeover Moms
Co-creator of new recipe app, Meal Makeovers

 

What foods do you eat every day?