Low-sodium, no-salt canned vegetables Low sugar, low sodium pasta sauce Canned fruit packed in 100% juice or water Unsweetened applesauce Unsweetened dried fruit (such as raisins, not fruit leather or roll ups) Shelf-stable milk, such as Parmalat Almond or Soy milk Whole wheat pasta Brown rice Canned or dried beans Canned tuna/ canned salmon 100% fruit spread Natural peanut butter (no sugar, no hydrogenated oils – just peanuts) Salsa Low-sodium or no-salt canned soups Low-sugar cereals, such as Cheerios, Chex, or Shredded Wheat Whole wheat tortillas Taco shells Unsweetened oatmeal Dried herbs and spices Honey Olive oil Canned tomato products (low sodium diced/pureed or crushed) Non-creamy salad dressings/vinegars Frozen vegetables Low sodium chicken/vegetable broth or stock Canned unsalted nuts
Look for the Heart-Check mark to quickly and easily spot heart-healthy foods.
THE COUNCIL OF CHURCHES OF GREATER BRIDGEPORT Herb and Spice Drive Shopping List
Basil Ground Cinnamon Dill Garlic Powder Lemon Pepper Ground Nutmeg Onion Powder Oregano Parsley Salt—kosher or sea salt Curry Black Pepper Zaza Thyme Achiote powder White pepper Mc grill mates mesquite seasoning Lawry's seasoning Spanish Paprika Old bay seasoning Grill mates Montreal seasoning Crushed red pepper Smoked paprika Chile powder Cumin Ground coriander Cayenne pepper Dried Italian seasoning blend
GIVE THIS…….. NOT THAT! Many patrons of The Council of Churches of Greater Bridgeport’s network of forty food pantries and community meal programs suffer from diet-related diseases, such as type 2 diabetes and heart disease. We can help prevent and manage these conditions by making small changes to the foods we donate, allowing people to cut sodium, sugar, and unhealthy fats from their diets. While giving fresh or frozen foods is best, there are healthier alternatives to the typical nonperishable items given.
