Hiya Friend,
I’m a joyful homebody. So even though I love food, cooking and hanging out in the kitchen, I don’t love going to the grocery store. When it comes to produce, we usually shop a couple times a week (although because it’s garden season, I just stroll over to my veggie patch—woo-hoo!). For household and kitchen staples, I try to think ahead and get ‘er done, stocking up with enough toilet paper and hand soap to fill a bunker—it’s kinda like I’m prepping for the next Snowmageddon… in July!
Which is why I’m so thankful that Thrive Market exists. I’ve not only cut down on trips to the store, I’ve also cut some of my grocery shopping costs by 25-50%. New to Thrive? I was too, until recently. Basically, Thrive Market is an online supermarket on a mission to make healthy living accessible and more affordable for everyone. What sets Thrive apart from other online stores is that all of their products are at wholesale prices and they give you free shipping for orders over $49. Plus, Thrive has a really awesome 1:1 model: For every paid membership, Thrive donates a free membership to a low-income family, student, school teacher or veteran. Yep, pretty awesome.
Win a $1,000 Thrive Market Shopping Spree!
To celebrate Thrive and all the fabulous things they’re doing, we’ve teamed up to bring you a HUGE Crazy Sexy Giveaway. Now through Monday, June 29th you can enter to win a $1,000 gift card to stock up at Thrive Market. If that’s not an epic shopping spree, I don’t know what is! (Update: This giveaway is now closed.)
What could be better than eating healthy food and staying on budget? Nada. Just the other day I visited Thrive and loaded up my digital cart with a bunch of my pantry and personal care faves. A few days later they arrived on my doorstep—Boo-yah! It was so quick and easy, plus I saved $82.40 (over 32%).
Here’s my haul—you can check out how I’ve used some of them in the yummy recipe below.
- Organic Virgin Coconut Oil: I could go on and on about all of the uses for this luxurious oil—it’s a nutritious cooking substitute and great for your skin too.
- Almond Butter: This scrumptious spread is a staple in my healthy home. From putting a grown-up twist on the classic peanut butter sandwich, to giving raw desserts a rich and nutty flavor, I never let my almond butter supply run dry. It also finds its way into my smoothies most days!
- Maple Syrup: This sweetie is the perfect addition to your morning oatmeal or healthy desserts—without any refined sugars. Plus, it’s loaded with antioxidants and minerals.
- Goji Berries: These little suckers add a powerful antioxidant boost to your trail mix and they’re also a great dessert topper.
- Chia Seeds: Have you tried chia pudding? If not, you’re in for a treat! You can even use these omega-3-filled seeds as an egg substitute for your vegan baked recipes. Woot!
- Hemp Seeds: Sprinkle these special guys on top of your salad for an extra punch of protein. Add them to your smoothies and you’ve got a hearty breakfast or lunch, chock full of vitamins and minerals.
- Nori Sheets: These mineral-rich sheets are full of calcium and iron—they’re the queen of wraps for your sushi fixings!
- Brown Rice: Think brown rice is boring? Well, think again! Ditch typical takeout and whip up your own version of your favorite Asian meal using this fiber-loaded grain. How about brown rice pudding? If you’re making it, I’ll be there in 10…!
- Tamari: Gluten sensitive? Tamari could be the tasty soy sauce solution you’ve been waiting for (just make sure you look for the gluten-free variety). Deepen the flavors in your sauces and soups with this awesome ingredient.
Get the full list of all 24 Crazy Sexy pantry and personal care faves here.
Kris, I cannot live without coconut oil
Almond butter. It’s great on toast, apples, for baking. And a super easy way to make almond milk.
Coconut oil would be what I can’t live without now! It isn’t just a needed pantry item…but a bathrown and skin item too!
love it!
My favorite pantry item would have to be jasmine rice. I love the fragrance, the flavor…everything! I frequently make stir-fries, and 90% of the time, I use jasmine rice with them. While it is cooking, it fills the whole kitchen with that wonderful aroma. Love it!
I can’t live without cacao powder, makes everything yummy!
Hmm, it’s a toss-up between olive oil and quinoa. I use olive oil everyday on my salads but quinoa is a staple too.
I can’t live without coconut oil.
I’d be lost without my coconut oil.. well sooooo many other things you listed too! BUT my coconut oil gets used for ALOT of things.. so i`d be very sad if I couldn`t have it. 🙂 thanks Kris… you`re a beautiful soul – inside and out… and I love your blogs. <3
almond butter!! love itit
Coconut Oil!
I can’t live without almond meal, avocados, pumpkin puree, coconut oil and flax! They’re all so loaded with yummy nutrients to soak up 🙂
I can’t live without salsa! It jazzes up sssoooo many dishes.
I use medjool dates quite often, to sweeten or as a snack.
One of my pantry essentials is almonds. They are one of my favorite on-the-go snacks. I also use almonds to make my own almond milk for delicious smoothies and to pour on granola. I never liked drinking cow milk, but homemade almond milk is so good, I sometimes drink it right out of the jar 🙂
Thank you Kris and Thrive Market!
I’m a huge fan of Great Lakes Gelatin Collagen Hydrolysate. I add it to my smoothies for extra protein–and Thrive Market carries it!… It’s so exciting to see Thrive Market team up with Kris! I’ve been a member for a few months now and love the savings and access to excellent products the market provides.
Thanks Kirsten! We are happy to have you on board!
Organisllc dark chocolate
Vanilla!
I cannot live without coconut oil and Bragg’s apple cider vinegar! Amongst other foods that are staples, these two are so beneficial for me and versatile, internally AND externally!
You are a shining star for your help and guidance toward achieving a healthier lifestyle. Since I changed my ways about 2 years ago, I’ve gained incredible clarity and shed many pounds.
Thank you for your site, guidance, positivity.. And this giveaway chance 🙂
Cheers to you!!
Braggs apple cider vinegar!! Or anything Bragg’s!!!
Coconut Oil! I use it for face wash, tooth paste, oil pulling, cooking, bug bites, sun burns…really everything!