“Dr. Mercola” - Grocery-Shopping Mistakes to Steer Clear of
Dr. Mercola
March 14 2011
USA Today highlights some common mistakes consumers make, including:
Shopping without a list
Preparing a list keeps you focused on the healthiest food purchases, and saves time.
Forgetting to shop the store's perimeter
Remember that the outermost edge of the supermarket contains the healthier, non-processed foods.
Skimping on vegetables
Be aware that the deeper and more vibrantly colored produce is packed with the most nutrients.
Ignoring the nutrition label
The label helps you to identify ingredients, maximize nutrients and compare products.