Whole30 Pantry Must Haves - Also Paleo Approved

Whole30 Pantry Must Haves - Great Starter Kit Options 

It’s always hard starting a new program and knowing what to buy or how to be prepared is even harder.  Whole30 is a fantastic program, I have completed 4 rounds and have loved doing each one, my first round was the toughest as I wasn’t really sure what to expect or how much it would have changed my life.  As much as I thought I was prepared I soon realized how much more prepared I should have been.  Before starting Whole30 I always give myself a full week to get my pantry ready, meal planning done and mentally focused for what’s ahead.  When I start my first day I’m fully committed 100% no cheats, no slips or no licks of anything that is not compliant or approved on the Whole30 foods list, it’s that important for me to stay on the path and follow through on my full 30 days of the program as that’s how it’s set.  During my last round I lead a group of 7 people all but one who were new to the group and program and while going over all the materials one of the ladies asked me “What type of items or foods do you use constantly on Whole30?” I had a few staple items I used and loved while doing my previous rounds that I displayed on the table but never really thought about creating a list of my favorite Whole30 pantry must haves.  It was a great question to be asked and a great way for me to compile my list of favorites that I use all the time.  I know there are many approved lists with various products on the web but I wanted to share my favorites for those who follow me and have seen my cooked recipes.  Here are my top 20 favorite pantry items that are must haves when doing Whole30, I’m also including where you can purchase these items since some of them can be bought at more than one store.  

1. Avocado Oil  - Thrive Market
2. Olive Oil - Costco, Thrive Market, Whole Foods, Sprouts, Kroger, Target
3. Red Hot Sauce - Kroger, Whole Foods, Target
4. Ghee - Homemade recipe, Trader Joe’s, Whole Foods, Thrive Market, Sprouts, Kroger
5. Unsweetened Almond Milk Beverage (none cold) - Trader Joe’s, Whole Foods, Sprouts and Kroger
6. Organic Almond Butter - Costco, Thrive Market, Whole Foods, Sprouts, Trader Joe’s, Target
7. Medjool Dates - Thrive Market, Whole Foods, Kroger
8. Organic Apple Cider Vinegar - Whole Foods, Thrive Market, Sprouts, Kroger, Target
9. Mayo with Avocado Oil - Thrive Market, Whole Foods, Sprouts
10. Coconut Aminos - Thrive Market, Whole Foods, Sprouts
11. Ketchup (True Made Foods) - Sprouts
12. Full Fat Canned Coconut Milk - Whole Foods (The best out of all other brands)
13. Almond Flour - Costco, Thrive Market, Whole Foods, Sprouts
14. Tessemae’s BBQ Sauce - Thrive Market, Whole Foods, Sprouts
15. NutPod French Vanilla or Caramel (Coffee creamer) - Thrive Market, Whole Foods, Sprouts (Better Half can also be used if you don’t like Nutpod)
16. Tapioca Flour - Thrive Market, Whole Foods, Sprouts
17. Primal Kitchen Balsamic - Thrive Market, Whole Foods
18. Tessemae’s Creamy Ranch Dressing - Thrive Market, Whole Foods, Kroger
19. Tessemae’s Creamy Caesar Dressing - Thrive Market, Whole Foods, Kroger
20. Organic Spicy Brown Mustard - Thrive Market, Whole Foods, Sprouts

For those of you not familiar with Thrive Market, it is an online store that sells top organic brands at wholesale price.  They offer a huge variety of pantry items for Whole30, Paleo, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-free, Non-GMO and more.  You do have to have a yearly membership with them but once you see the savings you get off their products it’s a no brainer that you will be saving tones of money with them.  I order from them quite a bit and also have a monthly auto-shipment so that I never run out of my favorite pantry items.  Thrive Market is my new favorite place to find healthy, natural products.  Here is a link to Thrive Market https://thrivemarket.com/welcome/quiz to see their products however if you are interested in signing up for an account with them let me know as I have a link for 25% off your first order which I can send through email.

I do have plenty of other favorite food items I use but those can vary depending on the season and what’s in stock at what stores.  I share those products in my facebook group (My Journey Worth Sharing) when I cook and post pictures.  So you can see more of those if you join my Facebook group or follow me on Instagram.

For those starting the Whole30 journey I want to wish you good luck and if you stick with the program you will see amazing results after 30 day’s.  Make the commitment to want to change your life for the better no matter what your reasoning is to start this amazing program. If you have any questions at all or need some support comment below so I can reach out to help.