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A healthier and more sustainable shopping basket

When doing a grocery shop and choosing what food and drink products to put into the shopping basket, there are lots of different things to consider. Aldi have worked with the experts at the British Dietetic Association to develop a shopping basket which meets healthy eating recommendations. It doesn’t need to break the bank either and can be done on a budget - check out our handy checklist at the bottom of this page for shopping tips.

Balanced

To meet UK healthy eating recommendations.

Proteins

5x More plant protein than an average diet.

A Better Basket

Wholegrain Carbs, Plant foods, Saturated fats, Carbon footprint.

  • British meat has standards focused on the welfare and the environment. Look for the Red Tractor Assured and British logo when shopping for meat.  
  • Look for Responsibly Sourced fish.
  • Explore plant proteins to find what you like.
  • Choose free ranger, RSPCA Assured eggs.
  • Choose loose fruit and veg where possible.
  • Organic produce can be a good choice.

Health Tips

High Fibre

Opt for higher fibre and wholemeal versions of starchy carbohydrates where you can e.g. brown rice, wholemeal flatbreads

Lean Meats

Look for lean cuts of meat and limit processed meat products

Dairy Foods

Introduce lower fat dairy foods and fortified plant alternatives like soya, oat or almond

Fish

Aim for at least 2 portions of fish per week, including 1 portion of oily fish which is a source of omega 3 fatty acids and vitamin D

Beans

Eat more plant sources of protein such as pulses and beans, and a handful of nuts and seeds. Consider adding mycoprotein or soya mince to meals

Hydration

Stay hydrated - drink around 6-8 glasses of liquid a day. Water, sugar free drinks, tea and coffee all count

Fruit & Veg

Choose different colours of fruit and vegetables like peppers, berries, spinach and sweetcorn

More Information

For more information on how and why these products were selected, please find the full methodology on the BDA website.

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British Sourcing

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