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.
Coconut oil. Love you you are an angel. You have helped me through the hardest
times with my illnesses. I lost my teeth 15 years ago, still saving money to try to get teeth complicates. However Your i spirit made me realize to smile everyday and be present and thankful to alive.
take care of yourself.
Coconut oil
I can’t live without brown rice and nori sheets.
COCONUT OIL! ENDLESS USES!! 🙂
I can’t live without my Nooch!
I love almond butter and hemp seeds
My favorite pantry item which I can’t live without it COCONUT OIL! I usually have at least another container in my other rooms as well – as it’s also great for the bathroom and the bedroom. 🙂
Awesome!!
Awesome coconut oil!!! Good for just about everything! Even straight on your skin for a nice glow!!
I love the Taza chocolate ( an essential for me!) at a great price. it is hard to find anywhere else.Plus, now that my husband has to go gluten-free, Thrive has a great selection of items for him. Very excited to have found out about Thrive.
I have to have coconut oil, olive oil, and maple syrup. Oh and sea salt!
Hemp seeds!! The most digestible protein! I use hemp seeds in smoothies, on salads, veggie burgers, healthy cookies and so much more!!
Chickpea flour!!! also known as “besan”…makes amazing vegan omelets, fritters and flatbreads!
Coconut oil! I use it for cooking, making smoothies, and body butter. I always have a backup in the pantry.
My favorite item are the chia seeds. I have them everyday in my green smoothie.
Coconut oil seems to be a daily favorite.
I can’t live without apple cider vinegar and coconut oil!
I cannot live without coconut oil! So much better for you than other oils and an incredible source of good fat!
Can’t live without my flaxseeds that I grind myself. It’s my natural tamoxifen!
thanks for this opportunity!
If I had to choose one pantry item it would have to be fresh berries. I put them in my oatmeal, on my cereal, in my smoothies, or just eat them raw. They’re amazing!