100 Healthiest Foods of 2017
The Eat This!-approved picks you should continue buying in 2018!
December 12, 2017
While 2017 was filled with many new, outrageous fast food items, we were also introduced to a bunch of Eat This!-approved innovations (hello, cauliflower pizza crust and probiotic granola!). And let's not forget the plethora of plant-based milks that made us jump for joy.
As an ode to 2017's most healthful grub, we've rounded up 100 of the best foods that graced grocery stores this year. Find out what you should start (or continue!) bagging up in 2018 to achieve your best body yet—and don't forget to steer clear of any of these 100 Unhealthiest Foods of 2017.
1
Caulipower Pizza Crust
Per ⅓ crust (57 g): 170 calories, 6 g fat (1 g saturated fat), 105 mg sodium, 26 g carbs (2 g fiber, 1 g sugar), 2 g protein
2
Bolthouse Farms Plant Protein Milk, Unsweetened
Per 8 oz. cup: 90 calories, 5 g fat (0.5 g saturated fat), 140 mg sodium, 1 g carbs (0 g fiber, 0 g sugar), 10 g protein
3
Polar Seltzer'ade, Raspberry Pink Lemonade
Per 8 oz.: 0 calories, 0 g fat, 0 mg sodium, 0 g carbs (0 g fiber, 0 g sugar), 0 g protein
4
Horizon Organic Good & Go! Cheddar & Pretzels
Per container (36 g): 140 calories, 7 g fat (4 g saturated fat), 400 mg sodium, 13 g carbs (0 g fiber, <1 g sugar), 6 g protein
5
Alter Eco Dark Super Blackout
Per 5 sections (40 g): 260 calories, 23 g fat (14 g saturated fat), 0 mg sodium, 8 g carbs (5 g fiber, 4 g sugar), 4 g protein
6
Eggland's Best Organic Hard-Cooked Peeled Eggs
Per 1 egg (44 g): 50 calories, 3.5 g fat (1 g saturated fat), 55 mg sodium, 0 g carbs (0 g fiber, 0 g sugar), 5.5 g protein
7
Campbell's Well Yes! Black Bean with Red Quinoa Soup
Per 1 cup (245 g): 170 calories, 1 g fat (0 g saturated fat), 590 mg sodium, 32 g carbs (6 g fiber, 5 g sugar), 9 g protein
8
Blue Diamond Thai Sweet Chili Almonds
Per 1 oz.: 170 calories, 17 g fat (1 g saturated fat), 110 mg sodium, 5 g carbs (3 g fiber, 2 g sugar), 6 g protein
9
Spindrift Sparkling Water in Orange-Mango
Per 1 can: 13 calories, 0 g fat (0 g saturated fat), 1 mg sodium, 4 g carbs (0 g fiber, 1 g sugar), 0 g protein
10
Barbara's Puffins Limited-Edition Pumpkin
Per 1 cup: 110 calories, 0.5 g fat (0 g saturated fat), 75 mg sodium, 25 g carbs (3 g fiber, 5 g sugar), 2 g protein
11
Purely Elizabeth Probiotic Gluten Free Granola, Maple Walnut
Per 1/3 cup: 130 calories, 6 g fat (3 g saturated fat), 150 mg sodium, 15 g carbs (2 g fiber, 5 g sugar), 3 g protein
12
Cybele's Free-to-Eat Superfood Veggie Pasta, Veggie Rotini
Per 2 oz.: 200 calories, 1 g fat (0 g saturated fat), 26 mg sodium, 35 g carbs (4 g fiber, 3 g sugar), 14 g protein
13
Good Zebra Protein Animal Crackers, Lemon
Per 1 pouch: 230 calories, 8 g fat (3.5 g saturated fat), 310 mg sodium, 29 g carbs (0 g fiber, 15 g sugar), 12 g protein
14
The Gluten Free Bar Coconut Cashew Power Breakfast Oatmeal
Per 2 oz.: 250 calories, 12 g fat (4.5 g saturated fat), 170 mg sodium, 31 g carbs (5 g fiber, 12 g sugar), 7 g protein
15
Iconic Drinks, Chocolate Truffle
Per 1 bottle: 130 calories, 2 g fat (0 g saturated fat), 220 mg sodium, 8 g carbs (4 g fiber, 3 g sugar), 20 g protein
16
Wholly Guacamole Simply Avocado Sea Salt, Garlic & Herb, Roasted Red Pepper and Jalapeno Lime
Per 2 tbsps: 65 calories, 6 g fat (1 g saturated fat), 80 mg sodium, 3 g carbs (2 g fiber, 0 g sugar), 1 g protein
17
ParmCrisps Original
Per 3 crisps: 80 calories, 6 g fat (3.5 g saturated fat), 150 mg sodium, 0 g carbs (0 g fiber, 0 g sugar), 7 g protein
18
Rojo's Organic Traditional Salsa, Medium
Per 2 tbsps: 5 calories, 0 g fat (0 g saturated fat), 115 mg sodium, 2 g carbs (0 g fiber, 0 g sugar), 0 g protein
19
Ancient Harvest Heat-and-Eat Quinoa
Per 1 cup: 240 calories, 7 g fat (2.5 g saturated fat), 340 mg sodium, 44 g carbs (8 g fiber, 3 g sugar), 11 g protein
20
Hope Foods Black Garlic Hummus
Per 28 g: 40 calories, 2 g fat (0 g saturated fat), 160 mg sodium, 4 g carbs (1 g fiber, 0 g sugar), 1 g protein
21
Halo Top Dairy-Free Chocolate-Covered Banana
Per ½ cup: 70 calories, 2.5 g fat (1 g saturated fat), 130 mg sodium, 15 g carbs (3 g fiber, 6 g sugar), 5 g protein
22
Enlightened Chocolate Cookie Dough
Per ½ cup: 100 calories, 3 g fat (2 g saturated fat), 45 mg sodium, 18 g carbs (5 g fiber, 6 g sugar), 7 g protein
23
Chef's Cut Real Jerky Original Recipe & Cheddar Cheese
Per 1.35 oz.: 160 calories, 8.5 g fat (5.5 g saturated fat), 460 mg sodium, 7 g carbs (0 g fiber, 5 g sugar), 14 g protein
24
Chef's Cut Real Jerky Pepperoni Turkey Stick
Per 1 oz.: 60 calories, 2 g fat (0 g saturated fat), 420 mg sodium, 2 g carbs (0 g fiber, 1 g sugar), 9 g protein
25
Muuna Cottage Cheese, Lowfat Plain
Per 1 container (150 g): 120 calories, 3 g fat (2 g saturated fat), 460 mg sodium, 4 g carbs (0 g fiber, 4 g sugar), 19 g protein
26
Fiber One Protein Nut Bar, Chocolate Pretzel Nut
Per 1 bar (40 g): 180 calories, 11 g fat (3 g saturated fat), 200 mg sodium, 15 g carbs (6 g fiber, 5 g sugar), 10 g protein
27
Peeled Snacks Chili Mango
Per ⅓ cup (40 g): 130 calories, 0 g fat (0 g saturated fat), 0 mg sodium, 29 g carbs (2 g fiber, 21 g sugar), 2 g protein
28
Peeled Snacks Puffs, Butter and Sea Salt
Per 1 oz.: 120 calories, 6 g fat (0.5 g saturated fat), 200 mg sodium, 14 g carbs (4 g fiber, 1 g sugar), 4 g protein
29
Peeled Snacks Habanero Lime Peas Please
Per 1 oz.: 120 calories, 4.5 g fat (0 g saturated fat), 140 mg sodium, 14 g carbs (5 g fiber, 1 g sugar), 5 g protein
30
Farmhouse Culture Gut Punch Sparkling Probiotic Beverage, Cola
Per 8 oz.: 20 calories, 0 g fat (0 g saturated fat), 130 mg sodium, 11 g carbs (1 g fiber, 2 g sugar), 1 g protein
31
Munk Pack Protein Cookies, Oatmeal Raisin Spice
Per ½ cookie: 160 calories, 7 g fat (1 g saturated fat), 80 mg sodium, 18 g carbs (3 g fiber, 8 g sugar), 9 g protein
32
Good Culture Cottage Cheese, Organic Mango
Per 1 container (150 g): 160 calories, 5 g fat (3.5 g saturated fat), 350 mg sodium, 12 g carbs (0 g fiber, 9 g sugar), 17 g protein
33
Country Archer Jerky, Beef Original
Per 1 oz.: 70 calories, 1 g fat (0 g saturated fat), 330 mg sodium, 1 g carbs (0 g fiber, 4 g sugar), 11 g protein
34
Hilary's Fresh Greek Millet Medleys
Per 1 cup: 210 calories, 8 g fat (1 g saturated fat), 350 mg sodium, 30 g carbs (6 g fiber, 2 g sugar), 6 g protein
35
Siggi's Plain 4% Whole Milk Yogurt
Per 8 oz. tub: 230 calories, 9 g fat (6 g saturated fat), 110 mg sodium, 11 g carbs (0 g fiber, 5 g sugar), 25 g protein
36
Siggi's Lemon Triple Cream
Per 1 container (114 g): 170 calories, 10 g fat (6 g saturated fat), 30 mg sodium, 10 g carbs (0 g fiber, 8 g sugar), 9 g protein
37
Alter Eco Dark Mint Truffles
Per 3 pieces (36 g): 240 calories, 19 g fat (13 g saturated fat), 20 mg sodium, 14 g carbs (1 g fiber, 13 g sugar), 1 g protein
38
Pressed by KIND, Apple Strawberry
Per 1 bar (35 g): 110 calories, 0.5 g fat (0 g saturated fat), 0 mg sodium, 25 g carbs (4 g fiber, 19 g sugar), 1 g protein
39
KIND Fruit Bites, Strawberry Cherry
Per 1 pouch (18 g): 60 calories, 0 g fat (0 g saturated fat), 0 mg sodium, 14 g carbs (2 g fiber, 11 g sugar), 0 g protein
40
Dave's Killer Bread White Bread Done Right Thin-Sliced
Per 1 slice: 80 calories, 1.5 g fat (0 g saturated fat), 130 mg sodium, 15 g carbs (2 g fiber, 11 g sugar), 0 g protein
41
Modern Table Meals Creamy Garlic & Herb Lentil Pasta Meal Kit
Per 1 cup prepared: 430 calories, 11 g fat (7 g saturated fat), 750 mg sodium, 63 g carbs (5 g fiber, 7 g sugar), 20 g protein
42
Spindrift Sparkling Water Strawberry
Per 1 can: 9 calories, 0 g fat (0 g saturated fat), 0 mg sodium, 1 g carbs (0 g fiber, 1 g sugar), 0 g protein
43
Frontera Chicken Fajita Bowl
Per 1 container: 260 calories, 2.5 g fat (0.5 g saturated fat), 700 mg sodium, 36 g carbs (8 g fiber, 8 g sugar), 22 g protein
44
Barnana Banana Brittle, Gingersnap
Per 6-7 pieces (28 g): 155 calories, 10 g fat (7 g saturated fat), 100 mg sodium, 24 g carbs (2 g fiber, 10 g sugar), 2 g protein
45
Dannon New Dannon Light & Fit, Vanilla
Per 1 cup: 90 calories, 0 g fat (0 g saturated fat), 55 mg sodium, 12 g carbs (3 g fiber, 8 g sugar), 13 g protein
46
Mighty Organic Beef Stick in Teriyaki
Per 1 stick: 80 calories, 5 g fat (2 g saturated fat), 480 mg sodium, 3 g carbs (0 g fiber, 2 g sugar), 5 g protein
47
Chosen Foods Avocado Oil Mayo Harissa
Per 1 tbsp: 90 calories, 10 g fat (1.5 g saturated fat), 45 mg sodium, 0 g carbs (0 g fiber, 0 g sugar), 0 g protein
48
Nature's Path Coconut & Cashew Butter Granola
Per ⅓ cup: 150 calories, 7 g fat (1.5 g saturated fat), 75 mg sodium, 19 g carbs (2 g fiber, 6 g sugar), 3 g protein
49
Honest Tea UnsweetenedPeach Ginger Tea
Per 16 oz. bottle: 0 calories, 0 g fat (0 g saturated fat), 0 mg sodium, 0 g carbs (0 g fiber, 0 g sugar), 0 g protein
50
REBBL Protein Cold Brew
Per 12 oz. bottle: 180 calories, 8 g fat (7 g saturated fat), 210 mg sodium, 14 g carbs (4 g fiber, 10 g sugar), 12 g protein
51
Halo Top Red Velvet
Per ½ cup: 90 calories, 3 g fat (1 g saturated fat), 120 mg sodium, 16 g carbs (3 g fiber, 7 g sugar), 5 g protein
52
Green Giant Veggie Tots, Broccoli
Per 6 pieces (85 g): 110 calories, 4.5 g fat (0.5 g saturated fat), 370 mg sodium, 15 g carbs (6 g fiber, 1 g sugar), 3 g protein
53
Philadelphia Bagel Chips & Cream Cheese Dip, Garden Vegetable
Per 1 container (70.8g): 200 calories, 12 g fat (6 g saturated fat), 490 mg sodium, 17 g carbs (2 g fiber, 2 g sugar), 6 g protein
54
Lundberg Organic Red & White Jasmine
Per 8 oz.: 190 calories, 0.5 g fat (0 g saturated fat), 20 mg sodium, 43 g carbs (1 g fiber, 0 g sugar), 4 g protein
55
Boulder Canyon Lentil Carrot Quinoa Crisps, Sea Salt & Pepper
Per 1 oz. (28 g): 130 calories, 6 g fat (0 g saturated fat), 250 mg sodium, 15 g carbs (1 g fiber, 0 g sugar), 4 g protein
56
Annie's Organic BBQ Cheddar Squares
Per 26 crackers: 150 calories, 7 g fat (1 g saturated fat), 240 mg sodium, 18 g carbs (0 g fiber, 0 g sugar), 3 g protein
57
Icelandic Provisions Key Lime Skyr
5.3 oz container: 130 calories, 2 g fat (1 g saturated fat), 110 mg sodium, 14 g carbs (0 g fiber, 11 g sugar), 15 g protein
58
MadeGood Vanilla Crispy Squares
Per 1 bar: 80 calories, 1.5 g fat (0.5 g saturated fat), 75 mg sodium, 17 g carbs (1 g fiber, 7 g sugar), 1 g protein
59
Birds Eye Veggie Made Pastas 100% Vegetable Pasta Plain Penne Pasta made with Zucchini & Lentils, Marinara
Per 1 ¼ cups: 150 calories, 3.5 g fat (0.5 g saturated fat), 240 mg sodium, 21 g carbs (2 g fiber, 3 g sugar), 8 g protein
60
Vea Snacks, Andrean Quinoa and Spices
Per 18 pieces: 130 calories, 4 g fat (0 g saturated fat), 180 mg sodium, 23 g carbs (2 g fiber, 2 g sugar), 2 g protein
61
Kettle Brand Potato Chips 100% Almond Oil Fiery Thai
Per 1 oz.: 150 calories, 9 g fat (1 g saturated fat), 180 mg sodium, 16 g carbs (1 g fiber, 1 g sugar), 2 g protein
62
Kettle Brand Potato Chips 100% Avocado Oil Himalayan Sea Salt
Per 1 oz.: 130 calories, 6 g fat (1 g saturated fat), 115 mg sodium, 17 g carbs (1 g fiber, 0 g sugar), 2 g protein
63
Annie's Organic Cheddar Cheesy Puffs
Per 1 ¾ cups: 160 calories, 10 g fat (2 g saturated fat), 220 mg sodium, 17 g carbs (1 g fiber, 2 g sugar), 2 g protein
64
Annie's Organic White Cheddar Bunny Tail Puffs
Per 1 cup: 160 calories, 10 g fat (2 g saturated fat), 220 mg sodium, 17 g carbs (0 g fiber, 0 g sugar), 2 g protein
65
Welch's Fruit Rolls
Per 1 roll: 70 calories, 1 g fat (0 g saturated fat), 40 mg sodium, 17 g carbs (0 g fiber, 8 g sugar), 0 g protein
66
Rebellion Protein Crisps, Sweet & Smokey BBQ
Per 1 oz.: 90 calories, 2.5 g fat (0 g saturated fat), 230 mg sodium, 10 g carbs (4 g fiber, 2 g sugar), 10 g protein
67
Cape Cod Thins, Original
Per 1 oz.: 160 calories, 10 g fat (0.5 g saturated fat), 190 mg sodium, 15 g carbs (1 g fiber, 0 g sugar), 2 g protein
68
I Heart Keenwah Chocolate Puffs, Dark Chocolate Himalayan Pink Salt
Per 1 oz.: 140 calories, 8 g fat (5 g saturated fat), 125 mg sodium, 16 g carbs (2 g fiber, 6 g sugar), 3 g protein
69
Good Thins, Spinach & Garlic)
Per 23 pieces: 130 calories, 4 g fat (0.5 g saturated fat), 190 mg sodium, 22 g carbs (3 g fiber, 1 g sugar), 2 g protein
70
Biena Chickpea Snacks Honey Roasted
Per 1.2 oz.: 130 calories, 3.5 g fat (0 g saturated fat), 150 mg sodium, 24 g carbs (7 g fiber, 5 g sugar), 6 g protein
71
Evol New Shawarma Style Chicken
Per 1 bowl (255 g): 300 calories, 6 g fat (2.5 g saturated fat), 440 mg sodium, 45 g carbs (3 g fiber, 3 g sugar), 17 g protein
72
Snikiddy Baked Fries, Cheddar
Per 1 oz.: 140 calories, 8 g fat (1.5 g saturated fat), 240 mg sodium, 15 g carbs (0 g fiber, 1 g sugar), 3 g protein
73
Barilla ProteinPLUS Pasta
Per 2 oz.: 190 calories, 2 g fat (0 g saturated fat), 25 mg sodium, 38 g carbs (4 g fiber, 1 g sugar), 10 g protein
74
Sunkist Fruit Chips, Crunchy Strawberry
Per 0.2 oz.: 21 calories, 0 g fat (0 g saturated fat), 0 mg sodium, 4.7 g carbs (1 g fiber, 3.5 g sugar), 0 g protein
75
Dole Chia Fruit Cups, Strawberry Dragonfruit
Per 1 cup: 130 calories, 2.5 g fat (0 g saturated fat), 10 mg sodium, 25 g carbs (4 g fiber, 20 g sugar), 2 g protein
76
Paqui Chips Spicy Queso
Per 1 oz.: 140 calories, 7 g fat (1 g saturated fat), 190 mg sodium, 17 g carbs (2 g fiber, 0 g sugar), 2 g protein
77
I Heart Keenwah Toasted Quinoa Flakes Hot Cereal
Per ½ cup: 170 calories, 2 g fat (0 g saturated fat), 0 mg sodium, 31 g carbs (4 g fiber, 1 g sugar), 5 g protein
78
Grainful Frozen Foods, Jambalaya
Per 1 cup prepared: 200 calories, 3 g fat (0.5 g saturated fat), 370 mg sodium, 38 g carbs (6 g fiber, 3 g sugar), 7 g protein
79
KRAVE Jerky Honey Habanero Chicken Jerky
Per 1 oz.: 60 calories, 0.5 g fat (0 g saturated fat), 140 mg sodium, 7 g carbs (0 g fiber, 6 g sugar), 6 g protein
80
KRAVE Jerky Pink Peppercorn Beef Jerky
per 1 oz.: 90 calories, 1.5 g fat (0.5 g saturated fat), 280 mg sodium, 8 g carbs (0 g fiber, 7 g sugar), 10 g protein
81
Sargento Sweet Balanced Breaks, Monterey Jack Natural Cheese with Dried Cranberries and Dark Chocolate Covered Peanuts
Per 1 tray: 170 calories, 10 g fat (6 g saturated fat), 180 mg sodium, 14 g carbs (2 g fiber, 10 g sugar), 6 g protein
82
Ancient Harvest POW! Pasta, Black Bean Elbows
Per 2 oz.: 190 calories, 1 g fat (0 g saturated fat), 0 mg sodium, 35 g carbs (7 g fiber, 1 g sugar), 12 g protein
83
Misha Dairy Original Quark
Per 1 container: 120 calories, 2.5 g fat (1.5 g saturated fat), 50 mg sodium, 6 g carbs (1 g fiber, 5 g sugar), 17 g protein
84
Skinny Dipped Almonds, Dark Chocolate Espresso
Per 1.2 oz.: 180 calories, 15 g fat (2.5 g saturated fat), 100 mg sodium, 10 g carbs (5 g fiber, 6 g sugar), 7 g protein
85
BOU gravy cubes, Chicken
Per ½ cube: 20 calories, 1 g fat (.5 g saturated fat), 630 mg sodium, 2 g carbs (0 g fiber, 1 g sugar), 0 g protein
86
The Republic of Tea Turmeric Single Sips
Per 1 stick: 20 calories, 0 g fat (0 g saturated fat), 0 mg sodium, 4 g carbs (0 g fiber, 0 g sugar), 0 g protein
87
Munk Pack Oatmeal Fruit Squeezes, Apple Quinoa
Per 1 tube: 90 calories, 1 g fat (0 g saturated fat), 0 mg sodium, 19 g carbs (3 g fiber, 10 g sugar), 2 g protein
88
Town House Crackers + Hummus
Per 1 package: 230 calories, 9 g fat (1.5 g saturated fat), 520 mg sodium, 32 g carbs (4 g fiber, 3 g sugar), 7 g protein
89
Purely Elizabeth Nut Butter Granola, Maple Almond Butter
Per ⅓ cup: 130 calories, 5 g fat (3 g saturated fat), 120 mg sodium, 17 g carbs (2 g fiber, 6 g sugar), 3 g protein
90
Wholly Guacamole Layered Dips, Black Bean
Per 1 oz.: 50 calories, 3.5 g fat (0 g saturated fat), 160 mg sodium, 4 g carbs (1 g fiber, 1 g sugar), 1 g protein
91
Blue Moose of Boulder Roasted Red Pepper On The Go Hummus
Per 4 oz.: 200 calories, 14 g fat (2 g saturated fat), 300 mg sodium, 20 g carbs (4 g fiber, 4 g sugar), 8 g protein
92
MaraNatha Banana Peanut Butter
Per 2 tablespoons: 180 calories, 15 g fat (3 g saturated fat), 35 mg sodium, 6 g carbs (3 g fiber, 3 g sugar), 7 g protein
93
GT's Living Foods CocoKefir
Per 4 oz.: 40 calories, 0 g fat (0 g saturated fat), 35 mg sodium, 8 g carbs (0 g fiber, 2 g sugar), 1 g protein
94
Biena Rockin' Ranch Chickpea Snacks
Per 1.2 oz.: 140 calories, 3.5 g fat (0 g saturated fat), 280 mg sodium, 22 g carbs (7 g fiber, 1 g sugar), 6 g protein
95
LÄRABAR Maple Cinnamon Nut & Seed Bars
Per 1 bar: 200 calories, 16 g fat (3 g saturated fat), 50 mg sodium, 12 g carbs (4 g fiber, 6 g sugar), 5 g protein
96
ROAR Organic Electrolyte Infusions, Cucumber Watermelon
Per 8 oz.: 10 calories, 0 g fat (0 g saturated fat), 80 mg sodium, 6 g carbs (0 g fiber, 2 g sugar), 0 g protein
97
Halo Top Dairy-Free, Chocolate
Per ½ cup: 70 calories, 3.5 g fat (2 g saturated fat), 40 mg sodium, 13 g carbs (3 g fiber, 4 g sugar), 3 g protein
98
KeVita Blueberry Basil Kombucha
Per 8 oz.: 30 calories, 0 g fat (0 g saturated fat), 15 mg sodium, 7 g carbs (0 g fiber, 7 g sugar), 0 g protein
99
Mrs. Thinsters Cookie Thins, Chocolate Chip
Per 5 cookies: 130 calories, 6 g fat (4 g saturated fat), 150 mg sodium, 19 g carbs (1 g fiber, 11 g sugar), 1 g protein
100
Chobani Smooth, Strawberry
Per 5.3 oz container: 120 calories, 1.5 g fat (1 g saturated fat), 60 mg sodium, 16 g carbs (<1 g fiber, 14 g sugar), 11 g protein
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