Costco's BEST Healthy Options

Costco.. the mecca of oversize and over portioned food, gadgets, TVs, tupperware, samples... you name it.

Some people loathe Costco because it can be hard to get in and out of. However, I LOVE Costco! And not because I can't go in without spending at least $100 BUT because I love samples.

But as stated above, its hard to get in and out of Costco without spending minimum of $100.... but that money is going to waste if you are buying crappy unhealthy food.

Costco plays with my emotions. It has healthy options, then it has every cheat meal I could ever dream of. Did you guys see the BROWNIE brittle? I died a little inside.

But let's talk about the healthy options there....

My TOP 10 Favorite Healthy options at Costco:

• Almond Blueberry Crisps-- YUM! An awesome blend of brown rice, almonds, and  blueberries. Sweet enough and perfect as a quick snack! 

• Wholly Guacamole 4 pack-- a MUST in my house! I use guac on just about everything, eggs, sandwiches, salads, whatever I can put it on! 

• Chobani Greek Yogurt variety pack - Need a quick easy snack or breakfast side? This is my GOT TO! I love the peach flavor in this pack! 

• Seeds of Change (brown rice and quinoa packets)- LOVE this! Throw in the microwave for 90 seconds and you have some bomb rice! I LOVE these, I only use maybe half a packet per meal and it's so EASY! 

• ALL natural ORGANIC Peanut Butter 2 pack-- Organic and all it has is peanuts! But it tastes amazing. Perfect for my Shakeology! 

• Kirkland Albacore Tuna- packed in water and it's albacore, as well as dolphin friendly. Easy to make for lunch (tip: mix tuna with guac vs. mayo--healthy fats vs bad processed fats)

• ICE Water-- if you are trying to ween yourself off soda, well I have good news--this is a GREAT product to switch to. And it's with carbonated water! I indulge here and there! 

• Giant bag of Frozen blueberries or berry medley- LOVE this stuff! LASTS forever too, I love to throw in my Shakeology or other smoothies, on top of pancakes, in yogurt, or in oatmeal! 

• Coconut Oil-unfiltered and cold pressed--you can use coconut oil for so many purposes: lotion, hair masks, makeup remover, it goes on and on. 

• Organic Quinoa-- the great thing about quinoa, it's a COMPLETE protein which means it has all NINE essential amino acids. So eat up, you gotta eat good to look good! 

Welp, there ya have it! Shop on peeps! 

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Healthy Snacks While Flying

Well a busy time of year is about to come up for travel, a lot of people are flying home for the holidays to see family and friends, or maybe get away on a tropical vacation while it's freezing else where!

My upcoming trips:

NYC-Sept
Cabo San Lucas-Oct
Dec- POSSIBLY Costa Rica

And while all that travel is FABULOUS, it can seriously kill a waistline and all the hard work I've done! I'm sure you've been nervous to book a trip or fly somewhere in the midst of a workout.

The good thing about my workout routine, I just push play and get moving. Right now I'm on week 2 of the Beta Phase for T25, a 25 minute 5x a week workout program I do from home. Yep, you heard right. 25 glorious, short, yet painful workout!

Here are a FEW snack ideas for your (upcoming) trip(s):

• Cheese Sticks--opt for local made and even vegetarian. I don't personally LOVE cheese anymore--but I do like pepper jack!
• Greek Yogurt (Get 0% and add fruit and/or Stevia) or the small Chobani ones! Pack RIGHT before your flight so they don't go bad. 
• Carrot Sticks/Celery combo with hummus
• Oatmeal packets--or make your own--great for morning or early flights, just ask a barista or someone to heat it up for you!
• Food Should Taste Good Chips--mmm! 
• Granola-home made is best, watch sugar content! 
• Shakeology Packets  (have a coffee place mix for you on your layover or just shake it up with water)
• Fruit- keep in tupperware and throw in your bag right before you go to keep it cold and fresh 
• Beef Jerky--I personally do not eat meat, but this is a great option for meat lovers, but look for local made jerky or make your own. 
• Baked Pita Chips--whole grain with hummus! Already made snack packs can be found at grocery stores. 
• Nuts--don't go crazy on almonds or peanuts, moderation is key! 
• Prepped sandwiches--natural PB and jelly, turkey with avocado and cucumber, veggie sandwiches
• Energy Bars (look for lower sugar and try not to go over 200 calories--Lara Bars, Kids Cliff Bars, Cliff bars, etc.) DO NOT eat protein bars like candy! 
• Beverages: Opt for homemade juices like Hibiscus tea (Jamaica Agua Fresca) or just plain water-- airport juices are packed with sugars, dyes, etc.
• Fruit leather--found at Trader Joes, Sprouts, Whole Foods, etc.
• Hard boiled eggs--pack RIGHT before the flight so they don't go bad and eat soon!

Also STRETCHING while waiting for your flight or layover is KEY--getting the blood circulating in your body again after longer flights and give your muscles a chance to wake back up! Most people experience jet lag even if there's no time change just from sitting and air pressure change. 

**KEEP HYDRATED** People underestimate the amount of water they drink when they travel, keep chugging. 

Happy Travels!

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