Our Grocery List Guide: Affordable, Aesthetic, and Gut-Friendly

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Let’s be honest, grocery shopping can go two ways: You walk in with a list and a plan, or you black out in Trader Joe’s and somehow leave with mochi, three dips, and no actual meals.

We’ve been there. That’s why The Relatable created a Grocery List Guide that’s not just affordable and gut-friendly, but also lowkey aesthetic. We’re talking fridge restocks that make you feel like the wellness influencer you secretly are, without spending $300 or spiraling into a sea of oat milks.

What Makes It “Relatable”?

Because we care about:

Your bank account
Your gut health
Your soft life era goals

This guide is for the girls, the guys, the hot besties, and the busy souls who want to eat better, feel better, and maybe post a cute haul without the guilt.

AFFORDABLE: Because We’re Not Paying $9 for a Juice

Here’s how to keep your total under control and still feel fancy:

Frozen Fruit: For smoothies, mocktails, or a midnight snack. (Hot tip: frozen mango cures many things.)

Canned Beans: Gut-friendly protein for under $1? Say less.

Greek Yogurt (plain): Add your own honey, berries, or granola. Way cheaper than the pre-flavored ones.

Brown Rice & Quinoa: Buy in bulk and thank us later.

Eggs: One dozen = 6 meals. Period.

GUT-FRIENDLY: Because Bloating Isn’t Cute

We love a happy gut, and these items support digestion without the drama:

Kimchi or Sauerkraut: Probiotics in a punchy, crunchy format.

Bone Broth or Veggie Broth: Soothing and packed with nutrients.

Chia Seeds: Add to water, smoothies, or yogurt. Your digestion will say thank you.

Ginger + Lemon: Keep these on hand for teas, dressings, and bloat-fighting drinks.

Coconut Yogurt (unsweetened): Dairy-free, probiotic-rich, and bougie in the best way.

AESTHETIC: Because Food Can Be a Vibe

Let’s romanticize grocery shopping, shall we?

Fresh Herbs: They make everything taste gourmet and look like you tried.

Colorful Produce: Think bell peppers, dragon fruit, purple cabbage.

Mini Cucumbers + Baby Carrots: Snackable, dippable, adorable.

Avocados: The star of every ‘what I eat in a day’ TikTok.

Glass Jars for Storage: Not technically food, but makes your pantry look Pinterest-worthy.

PROTEIN-PACKED: Because We’re Building Muscle

Protein isn’t just for gym bros, it’s for everyone who wants to feel strong, satisfied, and unstoppable.

Rotisserie Chicken: The MVP of lazy, high-protein meals.

Cottage Cheese: Creamy, high-protein, surprisingly trendy.

Chicken Thighs or Breasts: More bang for your buck than steak.

Turkey or Chicken Sausage: Flavorful and easy to cook.

Tofu or Tempeh: For our plant-based besties.

Protein Powder: Great for smoothies and overnight oats.

Your Grocery List = A Form of Self-Care

Don’t overthink it. You don’t need to buy everything at Erewhon to eat well. Just a little planning, a touch of creativity, and boom, you’re fueling your body and your main character energy.

Send this to your friends and family. Grocery shopping just got relatable!