A leading Australian dietitian has revealed the foods and ingredients you will never buy cheap versions of in the supermarket.
As rising inflation rates drive up food prices, many Australians are buying cheaper versions of their favorite purchases.
However, there are some things that the Sydney dietitian Susie Burrell You’ll always pay more because the alternatives “don’t offer as much nutrition.”
Susie revealed to FEMAIL that she consumes lean proteins such as minced meat and salmon, as well as good quality crackers with cereals, breakfast cereals, whole wheat bread, broth and seasonal fruits and vegetables.
The podcast host said she always opts for lean meats such as steak, lamb fillets, extra lean mince and Tassal salmon at the butcher shop as they have less fat and more nutrients.
A leading Australian dietitian has revealed the foods and ingredients you will never buy cheap versions of in the supermarket.
Susie consumes lean proteins such as minced meat and salmon, as well as good quality crackers with cereals, breakfast cereals, multigrain bread, broth and seasonal fruits and vegetables.
He said he avoids fatty meats like pork belly, regular ground beef, thighs and chicken wings.
“They can be much cheaper, but the price you pay for meat usually reflects the quality and cheaper cuts usually mean less protein and much more fat,” he said.
Susie loves good quality grain crackers like Vita Wheat 9 Grain Crackers for the “clean” ingredient list and lack of vegetable oils and refined flours.
‘Most commercial biscuits have a base of white flour and vegetable oil, which is usually palm oil. “This mixture of refined flour and processed oil does not provide anything positive from a nutritional point of view,” he stated.
For breakfast, Susie likes to eat cereals with less sugar and more nutritious grains and seeds, such as Multigrain Weetbix or Carman’s fruit-free granola.
Susie opts for lean meats with less fat like Tassal Salmon, as well as breakfast cereals like Carman’s Fruit-Free Granola with nutritious grains and seeds that keep her fuller for longer.
The nutritionist will not skimp on bread or broth and will opt for dense grain breads such as Burgen Soy Lin bread and more expensive stock options that contain less salt such as Maggie beer.
He said cheaper cereals lack the dietary fiber and whole grains that help keep you fuller, meaning you’re more likely to be tempted to eat poor quality foods in the morning.
The nutritionist will not skimp on bread, preferring dense grain loaves. His favorite is the Burgen Soy Lin bread.
She said gluten-free products should be avoided (unless you have no other option) as they can be highly processed and recommended opting for whole grain options.
In the produce aisles, Susie makes sure to select nutrient-dense seasonal fruits and vegetables.
He loves oranges, kiwis and vegetables like broccoli, which can be purchased fresh or frozen to increase nutrient intake during the winter.
“All fruits are good for us, especially options rich in vitamin C, such as citrus fruits and kiwi, but be careful with juices and nuts, which are much more concentrated,” he added.
Finally, Susie said that good quality broths are perfect for winter soups. She opts for slightly more expensive options like Maggie Beer, as they have less salt and additives.
