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Essentials: Healthy Living Must-Haves
Friends, I love nerding out on product research, reviews, supplements, the best healthy food brands and choices etc. With this store, you benefit from my grunt work! These are products, food, and supplements that meet The Fit Tutor’s standards. Click any of the links below to be taken directly to Amazon (we get a small commission if you decide to make a purchase).
VitaBreeze Turmeric
Turmeric is a natural anti-inflammatory and painkiller. A good supplement has BioPerine to help you absorb it, and this particular one has 750mg per pill, which is great. It helps prevent cancer, heart disease, Alzheimers, depression, fights free radicals, and more. 1200-1800 mg recommended per day.
$30 Buy it here
Garden of Life Whole Food Prenatal Multivitamins
This is a highly rated but affordable prenatal vitamin. Any woman sexually active of child-bearing age should take a prenatal vitamin to be safe. I like this brand because you can take one with each meal (since several make up one serving) to help ensure you absorb all the nutrients without a stomach ache common in prenatal vitamins.
$40 Buy it here
Rainbow Light Women’s One Vitamins/Minerals
This is a highly rated brand that’s very affordable. I recommend taking a multivitamin on those days you don’t get a wide variety of fresh fruits and vegetables to supplement your diet.
$35 Buy it here
Rainbow Light Men’s Organic Multivitamin
Might as well get something for the man in your life while you’re here! This is what I give to my husband. It’s an organic, food-based multivitamin that also has antioxidants and digestive support.
$25 Buy it here
NOW Foods Probiotic 10
I recommend everyone take probiotics, and this brand is quality and a great price. Getting the proper balance of good to bad bacteria in your gut is linked with numerous health benefits and reduction/improvement of diseases, as well as improved digestion and weight loss.
$14 Buy it here
Garden of Life Ultra Probiotics
This is a highly rated brand with 15 billion CFU’s (which is a good thing!). Getting the proper balance of good to bad bacteria in your gut is linked with numerous health benefits and reduction/improvement of diseases, as well as improved digestion and weight loss.
$40 Buy it here
Amazing Grass Orange Dream Greens Powder
If you don’t get your 8 servings of veggies or if you lack energy, I recommend a Greens supplement. This brand is top notch, and this is the tastiest flavor I’ve tried, hands down! Greens supplements increase alkalinity, boost immunity, contain probiotics and enzymes to support digestion, and promotes detoxification.
$20 Buy it here
Amazing Grass Berry Greens Powder
If you don’t get your 8 servings of veggies or if you lack energy, I recommend a Greens supplement. This brand is top notch, and I prefer the berry over the chocolate. Greens supplements increase alkalinity, boost immunity, contain probiotics and enzymes to support digestion, and promotes detoxification.
$38 Buy it here
Garden of Life Raw Organic Greens Superfood
This is another great brand of Greens. They are vegan and organic greens and sprouts, and contain phytonutrients, pre and probiotics. I have not tasted this brand, but it is another highly rated and recommended company with a slightly more affordable price.
$27 Buy it here
Orgain Chocolate Protein Powder: Vegan, Organic
This is my favorite brand because it’s a plant-based, organic protein powder that still has 20g of protein per serving. I think it’s yummy, but some people prefer the vanilla to the chocolate. I always have both flavors in my pantry!
$22 Buy it here
Orgain Vanilla Protein Powder: Vegan, Organic
This is my favorite brand because it’s a plant-based, organic protein powder that still has 21g of protein per serving. Some people like the vanilla over the chocolate- this goes perfect in a ginger and greens smoothie!
$27 Buy it here
Orgain Grass Fed Whey Protein Powder
Grass fed whey is a great option to help build lean muscle and lose fat! Orgain has 21g of protein and no added sugars! This link takes you to choose between both chocolate and vanilla.
$30 Buy it here
Ultima Refresher Electrolyte Drink
I recommend Ultima as a natural electrolyte drink instead of gatorade or powerade. It helps you recover from a workout in the heat, a long workout, and I sometimes drink it to fight off a headache! A yummy, natural alternative to other electrolyte drinks filled with chemicals and colors. This link takes you to a canister or individual packets!
$15-40 Buy it here
Pre Workout BCAA Supplement
If you feel like you’re lacking energy for your workouts or having trouble recovering, you might want to consider BCAAs before and/or during your workouts! Most on the market are filled with questionable chemicals. This is one is clean, also comes in Cherry Limeade flavor (!) and can help you build muscle while cutting calories. BCAA supplements aren’t needed by everyone, but can be a great addition to your workouts and help reduce the soreness!
$28 Buy it here
Viva Labs Fish Oil
Omega 3’s are hard to get into your regular diet, so supplementation is helpful. They fight depression, lower cholesterol and blood pressure, and have anti-inflammatory effects! Viva Labs is highly rated by third party tester and boasts of 2,200mg of Omega 3’s per serving. Check with your Dr. if you’re on BP meds.
$35 Buy it here
This Is Omega-3
This fish oil is sustainable, MSC Certified, has very high levels of both EPA and DHA, and very affordable. I’m using this and loving it, although there’s a teeny tiny fish aftertaste, but it goes away quickly. I hate fish burps like anyone else, but it’s so minor I don’t mind. I take before bed. I recommend everyone take a fish oil supplement, but consult your doctor first if you’re on BP meds.
$20 Buy it here
Ovega-3 Vegetarian Fish Oil
Vegetarians need their Omega’s, too! A sustainable, fish-less option that uses algae and still boasts relatively high levels of DHA & EPA. Free from ocean-born pollutants and toxins.
$40 Buy it here
Verilux Happy Lamp
OK, this isn’t a supplement. But it helps greatly with Vitamin D levels and fighting off seasonal mood fluctuations or depression. I’ve been loving mine to help reset my 24 hour cycle and fight off seasonal affective disorder. I wish I would have used one before, even in sunny NC! After a lot of research I settled on this one, and love it.
$89 Buy it here
CAP Colored Rubber Dumbbells (Varying Sizes)
These dumbbells are softer for your floors and quieter when you set them down- not to mention a little easier on you if you happen to hit yourself! I prefer these, but my black ones have left marks on some of my shirts, so watch out for that! (Sold individually, not in pairs)
$4-$70 per dumbbell depending on weight Buy it here
CAP Iron Dumbbells
These are high quality dumbbells at a good price. I have some of these and really like them. These are all iron, so they might chip after some hard use or several years, but you can always repair them easily! (Sold in pairs- great deal!)
$5-$59 Depending on weight of dumbbells Buy it here
Power Block Adjustable Dumbbells – up to 24 lbs
Adjustable dumbbells are great to save space and help you gain strength without owning several pairs of dumbbells. The Power Blocks are different than an average dumbbell, but most people can use them easily and like the convenience of them. They are sold in pairs and these range from 5-24 pounds on each dumbbell.
$160 Buy it here
Power Block Adjustable Dumbbells – up to 50 lbs
Adjustable dumbbells are great to save space and help you gain strength without owning several pairs of dumbbells. The Power Blocks are different than an average dumbbell, but most people can use them easily and like the convenience of them. They are sold in pairs and this one goes up to 50 lbs on each dumbbell. Fact: I am obsessed with mine.
$299 Buy it here
Resistance Bands
I would recommend dumbbells over resistance bands for weight loss and strength, however bands are great for travel workouts and for isolating a muscle. I use them for rehab and posture correction exercises.
$18 Buy it here
BOSU Trainer
We don’t include bosu instructional videos on The Fit Tutor yet, but it’s such a great addition to your home gym! It makes exercises harder, and you can really work your core and balance with a BOSU (both sides up!). Comes with instructions to help you get started!
$97 Buy it here
Barracuda Workout Mat
If you need a workout mat or place to sweat this is a perfect mat for your Fit Tutor workouts! You can wear your shoes on it and not tear it up, and it works well on carpet and non-carpeted floors. It’s bigger than the average yoga mat, too!
$99 Buy it here
IUGA Eco Friendly Yoga Mat
I know the temptation to grab the cheapest yoga mat at TJ Maxx or Wal-mart, but many of those are made with endocrine disrupting chemicals and cannot be recycled. Be better to yourself and our planet with this affordable yoga mat! It’s not the most non-toxic one you can get, but it is for this price. Bonus points for cool colors. :)
$27 Buy it here
Manduka PROLight Yoga Mat
This brand of yoga mat is one of the longest lasting, highest quality mats you can find. They are non-toxic and eco-friendly and won’t release harmful chemicals as you sweat. This one is a more affordable, lighter mat. The Manduka brand is highly recommended to me by yoga instructors.
$48 & up Buy it here
Exercise Ball
An exercise ball is a great addition to any home gym. It helps challenge different muscles, works your core, and is a great way to take your workouts up a notch. The Fit Tutor doesn’t include these videos yet, but it would be easy to incorporate into our workouts. This ball comes with a pump and workout guide.
$17.97 Buy it here
The Step
This step is small, compact, and can be adjustable up to a foot! Yay-
step up (literally) your at home workouts (lateral step ups, toe taps, anyone?) with this easy to hide step!
$50 Buy it here
Foam Roller
I recommend the larger 36 in foam roller. It’s great for rolling out tight muscles and knots, as well as lying on for posture stretches! The smaller ones are cheaper and also good, but lying on it to stretch out your chest is absolutely amazing.
$9-$25 depending on size Buy it here
Bob’s Red Mill Organic Rolled Oats
My favorite way to add extra energy into a smoothie, make homemade granola bars, or even add to burgers! You want organic if possible because there’s a lot of harmful pesticides on other oats. I love the Bob’s Red Mill brand!
$16/ Pack of 4 Buy it here
Bob’s Red Mill Gluten-Free Rolled Oats
Whether you have gluten intolerance or not, gluten is known to cause inflammation. These are great for gluten-free breakfast bars, oatmeal, burgers, smoothies, etc! I think they are the same consistency as the regular ones, too.
$20/ Pack of 4 Buy it here
Bob’s Red Mill Almond Meal Flour
Almond flour is essential for low carb or paleo cooking and baking. You can sub it 1:1 for white flour to make desserts, breads, and casseroles healthier. It’s also a good source of vitamin E, protein, and magnesium compared to regular flours.
$20 for 3 lb bag Buy it here
Nutiva Organic Coconut Flour
This coconut flour is sustainably sourced, finely ground, gluten free, low carb, and has a decent amount of protein for a flour. It’s a great alternative to white flour for baking and making bread!
$8 Buy it here
Think Thin Protein Oatmeal Cups
Oatmeal can contain tons of sugar and be a weight loss nightmare. This protein oatmeal is a better option, and is such an easy and filling breakfast or snack!
$10/6 servings Buy it here
Bob’s Red Mill Gluten Free Oatmeal Cups
Oatmeal cups are an easy and filling breakfast or snack! Choose plain oatmeal like Bob’s Red Mill and add your own toppings to reduce sugar and keep it lower carb.
$23/12 servings Buy it here
Nutiva Refined Coconut Oil
Every home needs coconut oil. This expeller-pressed oil has a higher smoke point that virgin, and is great for face and skin care, cooking, baking, coffee, deodorant, etc. Refined is good if you or a family member can’t handle the coconut flavor- this has a very neutral flavor.
$20 Buy it here
Nutiva Organic Virgin Coconut Oil
Every home needs coconut oil. This is a pure, organic, non-hydrogenated oil is one of the best you can get. It’s a perfect vegan butter replacement, and is great for cooking and baking. It’s also a great moisturizer and great for skin and body care, and even good to feed to your dog! Virgin Coconut oil tastes like coconut, so get the refined if you want a more neutral flavor.
$24 Buy it here
La Tourangelle Avocado Oil
Avocado Oil has a high smoke point, so it’s great for sautéing and grilling. It’s also good for a healthy salad dressing. Avocado Oil is a good way to get healthy fats and antioxidants into your diet, and it promotes healthy skin because it’s chock full of Vitamin E!
$9 Buy it here
Orgain Nutritional Shake
This shake is certified organic, full of 16g protein, 10 fruits and veggies, and 21 vitamins and minerals! It’s a great grab and go snack or meal replacement! (Contains milk)
$25/12 servings Buy it here
Vega One Shake
This shake is vegan, gluten free, has 20g protein, includes veggies and greens, as well as fiber! Another great grab and go snack or meal replacement!
$25/12 servings Buy it here
Manitoba Harvest Organic Hemp Hearts
Hemp Hearts are a nutty, nutritious, low-carb and high protein food- they are great for smoothies, granola, adding to yogurt, etc! A great vegetarian source of protein and Omega-3’s.
$12 Buy it here
Spectrum Organic Ground Flaxseed
Flax Seeds are a great source of Omega-3’s and fiber, and also a decent source of protein. Add a scoop to cereals, yogurt, smoothies, desserts, etc to make more nutritious!
$8 Buy it here
Nutiva Chia Seeds
Chia seeds are a rich source of essential Omega-3 fatty acids, protein, antioxidants and fiber. They are a great source of fat and are versatile- you can add them to yogurt, smoothies, etc or even use them as an egg substitute!
$7 Buy it here
Just Great Stuff Organic Peanut Butter Powder
Make smoothies and baked goods taste like peanut butter without all the calories and fat. This brand is organic so you’re also saying goodbye to nasty chemicals! Highly recommended over PB2
$10 Buy it here
Nutiva Coconut Sugar
Although I of course recommend limiting your sugar intake, this is my go-to sugar when baking or sweetening. You can use it as a one-to-one replacement for both brown and white sugar, and is raises blood sugar more slowly than regular sugar.
$12 Buy it here
Organic Valley Ghee
Ghee is organic clarified butter with a high smoke point. It’s lactose and casein free and great for non-dairy cooking and baking. I think it adds a yummy, rich flavor.
$12 Buy it here
Viva Labs Organic Cacao
Organic, unprocessed cacao has a chocolatey flavor as well as minerals, fiber, antioxidants, and nutrients! It’s a great, healthy alternative to cocoa and great for baking. This brand is sustainably sourced in accordance with fair-trade practices.
$11 Buy it here
Yogi Green Tea Variety Pack
Green tea is a superfood and something most people should be drinking! This variety pack lets you have plenty of flavors so you don’t get bored. Green Tea is full of antioxidants and helps boost your metabolism- and the Yogi brand is free from additives and worth the price.
$25 Buy it here
Tazo Wild Orange Tea
I always have this tea in my pantry to help fight sweet cravings. The heat helps me feel full and sweet wild orange helps satisfy cravings.
$6 Buy it here
Celestial Cinnamon Apple Spice Tea
I always have this tea in my pantry to help fight sweet cravings. The heat helps me feel full and sweet apple spice is perfect for my sweet tooth!
$5 Buy it here
Kind Bars: Sea Salt and Dark Chocolate
There are very, very few granola bars that I would recommend and say they help with your weight loss or maintenance goals. Kind nut bars are one of the only ones, and they are low in carbs and high in nutrients. The sea salt and dark chocolate is my favorite!
$15/ Box of 12 Buy it here
Orgain Protein Bars
Granola and protein bars can be filled with sugar and questionable ingredients. Orgain bars are organic and have a good nutritional profile! An easy, healthy snack or pre-workout choice! Other flavors through this link include Cookie Dough ($17/12) and Peanut Butter ($23/12)!
$24/12 servings Buy it here
Coconut Secret Coconut Aminos
This is a non-GMO, organic, low sodium alternative to soy sauce. This is an alternative that’s completely soy free. Much cheaper on Amazon than health stores!
$10 Buy it here
Paleo Wraps
These are great for wraps, tortillas, etc and help for a low carb/paleo easy meal. A great way to eat healthy with convenience. They have a strong coconut flavor.
$17 (two pack) Buy it here
Misto Olive Oil Sprayer
Since we’re focused on real, healthy food, it means we opt for an olive oil sprayer instead of cooking spray. Even “healthy” cooking sprays tend to have added ingredients. The Misto is great for spraying pans and dishes before cooking and baking, great for spraying vegetables before cooking, and great for portion control in adding olive oil to salads!
$10 Buy it here
Spiralizer
Vegetable noodles are a great way to get your pasta fix without gaining four pounds immediately. This Paderno spiralizer helps ensure you can have your zoodles without stress. It comes with 3 different blades for different cuts, sizes, and shapes!
$30 Buy it here
Chef’n VeggiChop Hand-Powered Food Chopper
This is my favorite, easy way to chop veggies. It’s much easier to get them the size you want by using this chopper- food processors chop them too small too fast. It’s easy to clean and good for the environment, too!
$18 Buy it here
Wusthof Chef and Pairing Knives Set
I got these around Christmas and have serious regret not getting them earlier! I thought a good knife was too pricey, but can you really put a price on cutting through a butternut squash like it’s nothing? These have made cooking much more enjoyable and save me time! Highly recommend!
$100 Buy it here
Cuisinart Mini-Prep Plus Food Processor
I’ve been using the 2008 version of this since we got married. It’s reliable, effective, and easy to use and clean. It’s great for hummus, salsa, sneaking veggies into sauces, etc. It’s great for finely chopping veggies, but you have little control over the size they are chopped into.
$40 Buy it here
Alpha Grillers Garlic Press
Garlic is a powerful anti-inflammatory agent and is just plain delicious. Every cook needs a good garlic press. This one is stainless steel, is easier to clean, and comes with a peeler.
$18 Buy it here
Mandolin Slicer
A mandolin slicer makes life easier in the kitchen. It’s great for quick slicing or chopping veggies- and is my go-to way to cut potatoes. This one is also good for slicing cheese and julienning vegetables.
$20 Buy it here
T-fal Stainless Steel Cookware Set, 10-Piece
If you’re still using non-stick, it’s time to consider switching over. There are a lot of health concerns over cooking with Teflon, and even more about how Teflon is harming our environment and water supply. I’ve been using these pans for several years now and love them. I confess this is my first stainless steel set, but I think they are good quality and a good price. Research how to cook with stainless steel and you’ll be glad you made the switch.
$100 Buy it here
Prepworks Citrus Juicer
I use this every week to make my lemon ice cubes, but it’s great to juice fruit for any reason- sauces, vinaigrettes, etc! It’s inexpensive and easy to use and clean up.
$10 Buy it here
Pyrex Mixing and Storage Bowl Set
I love these glass (BPA free) storage and mixing bowls! I use them all the time. Whenever I bring one somewhere people say they need something just like it- now’s your chance! They are so practical and durable it’s ridiculous.
$22 Buy it here
Pyrex Glass Storage Set
We’ve gotten rid of most of our plastic storage containers due to health concerns and replaced them with these. We love them! Glass is so much better for health and durability, and they don’t stain or absorb odors.
$23 Buy it here
Measuring Spoons
These will make measuring easy since they can fit right into your spice jars. Comes with 6 sizes.
$13 Buy it here
Precise Portion Control Plates
These portion control plates are great for families. Portion control is crucial to helping control your weight, and research shows eating off these plates (and smaller plates) helps reduce calorie intake by 20%! You can also get a pack of only two plates.
$30 Buy it here
Pyrex Measuring Cups
Glass measuring cups are a must for cooking, baking, and even portion-controlled snacking. This variety should cover most of your needs. These are made in the USA and come with a 2 year warranty.
$15 Buy it here
Ozeri Pronto Digital Food Scale
This accurate, easy to use scale measures food to help you execute a recipe perfectly or ensure you reach your weight loss goals! Tare and conversion buttons make measuring easy.
$15 Buy it here
Ninja Professional Blender (BL660)
This Ninja blender is effective and affordable and will help you make the perfect greens-protein smoothie, as well as help you liquify soups! It comes with two to-go shake cups which make it a great buy! A good blender is a must, and this is a great way to sneak in healthy, cancer-fighting, weight loss promoting veggies into smoothies and food. I love mine!
$100 Buy it here
Magic Bullet Small Blender
The perfect blender option for those will little space, a smaller budget, or only needing a blender for protein shakes and smoothies! I’ve tried cheaper single serve blenders- and they don’t work. This is my recommendation for a well-blended greens smoothie- and the to-go cups are really helpful!
$39 Buy it here
Blender Bottle
A great, affordable shaker bottle for protein shakes on the go! Great for a meal replacement shake or greens smoothie for the road as well! (Or a swim up bar at a resort…!)
$8 Buy it here
Zak! Designs HydraTrak Insulated Tumbler
This water bottle will help you keep track of how many cups you’ve drank, which is vital to your health (and weight loss!). It’s BPA-free and insulated to help keep your drink colder longer. Just move the rubber bands up or down on the cup to keep track of your water intake!
$15 Buy it here