G4G at the Grocery Store

Whether you’re watching your weight or wallet—or improving your health and performance—shop with G4G in mind. Use the G4G Guide to help fill your cart with “Green” whole foods. No matter if you’re shopping in person or online, G4G can help you make informed choices in every aisle.

G4G for grocery shopping success

Go for whole-wheat and whole-grain breads and wraps.

Go for Green- or Yellow-coded dressing options such as hummus, avocado or guacamole, canola oil-based mayonnaise, homemade vinaigrettes, olive oil, vinegar, or Italian seasonings.

Go for water (plain or carbonated).

Go for frozen fruits and vegetables.

Focus on food first

Keep in mind that it’s always best to choose food first over dietary supplements. Nutritious foods like fruits, veggies, whole grains, nuts, seeds, and lean protein contain a wide range of nutrients to boost your health and immunity.

• Tip from the field: If you choose to use supplements, make sure to screen them for safety. Operation Supplement Safety (OPSS) provides evidence-based information about the safe use of dietary supplements to Service Members and their families, healthcare providers, and leaders to achieve human performance optimization.

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