When it comes to health goals, “eating healthy” is certainly one of the most popular ones.

Thankfully, there are many approachable ways tosub healthy food into your diet.

For one, you might start by stocking your pantry with healthy food items.

A woman reaching for healthy goods in her pantry

Here are some essentials to stock up on today!

Not only is peanut butter super tasty, but it’s also a healthy bread spread.

Did you know that peanut butter alsohelps you sleep better at night?

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Pro tip: steer clear of peanut butter brands that have “Reduced Fat” on the label.

Oats

Move aside, French toast and pancakes!

When it comes to breakfast at home, you could’t go wrong with a bowl of oatmeal.

Dried oats in a bowl with wheat on the side

Not to mention, oats are reaping with health benefits.

Oats aren’t as perishable as other commonly consumed carbs, such as bread.

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Whole grain bread

Sourdough, ciabatta, brioche, oh my!

That said, when it comes to health benefits, not all breads were created equal.

If you are trying to stock your pantry with the healthiest bread, whole grain takes the cake.

Whole grain bread with seeds against a rustic background

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Canned Beans

Beans, beans, they’re good for your … health!

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According toHealthline, canned beans can be stored for 2-5 years at room temperature.

Packed full of protein, canned beans are a particularly wonderful pantry staple for plant-based eaters.

Nuts

Are you nuts about nuts?

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If so, we’ve got some good news for you.

Not only are these salty snacks great to munch on, but they are good for you, too.

According toHealthline, these tiny morsels are a packed with fiber, healthy fats, and plant protein.

Beans in bowls

Perfect for smart-snacking, nuts are also delicious on their own.

These pantry staples can be eaten on the go or kept on hand in an office drawer.

Dark Chocolate

This list wouldn’t be complete without a little something sweet.

Mixed nuts in a bowl

If you have a sweet tooth, verify to stock some dark chocolate on your pantry shelves.

According toEat This, Not That, when eaten on occasion, dark chocolate can aid with weight loss.

It turns out that healthy candy isn’t a complete oxymoron, after all!

Chunks of broken up dark chocolate