When it comes to maintaining a healthy gut, no matter what GI issue you may be faced with, healthy eating is a must. Each GI diagnosis comes with various eating-specific guidelines to reduce symptoms and aid in a balanced microbe in your gastrointestinal tract. Lucky for us, the Newton area is filled with health-conscious eating options that allow us to stick to a strict eating regime while also enjoying farm-to-table style options and a variety of food to choose from.
Here are our top 5 favorite health-conscious options in the area:
1. B. Good
With 19 locations in Eastern Massachusetts alone, B. Good is the ideal and convenient stop for healthy options on the go. Created by two best friends, their goal with B. Good was to provide a space that served healthy and wholesome meals that felt like home. They understand the importance of comfort food but believe that it can be healthy and sourced sustainably. B. Good believes in good food that is good for your family, our community, and the world as a whole from sourcing to plate. Serving both meat and vegetarian options, there are a plethora of healthy menu items to choose from. They offer everything from burgers to salads, with delicious and healthy choices like their avocado toast or sunny side harvest bowl. They offer both an adult and kids’ menu and are open daily with the option to order online.
2. Walnut Grille
Located in the Newton Highlands, Walnut Grille is the vegetarian and vegan lover’s paradise offering gluten-free options to boot. They source their ingredients from local farms seasonally and have daily and weekly menu specials. They believe in crafting “artfully created (dishes) to excite your palates and exceed your expectations.” If you are looking for a little extra indulgence, they also have organic wine and cocktails available. From soups and salads to sweet potato and artichoke pizza there is sure to be an option that excites while sticking to healthy choices. Even if you do not classify yourself as vegan or vegetarian the food is delectable and filling. They are open daily and also provide a catering option.
3. Energize
Energize is big on all things organic. Their mission states that “Energize founding goal was to create a health oasis where people from all walks of life can stop by and rejuvenate with clean, nutrient-dense and nutrient-diverse foods,” and we believe they do just that with their food options. With two locations in Brighton and Boston, open every day, they offer organic liquid meals, smoothie bowls, colorful salads, loaded toast options, and organic juices. They have flavor combinations for everyone such as their happiness organic blend combining homemade cashew milk, bananas, strawberries, and agave to their nourishment bowl that is packed with a kale base and topped with ingredients like carrots, avocado, cucumber pine nuts, and walnut basil dressing. You are sure to leave there feeling full and energized.
4. Life Alive
An organic café, with five locations in Boston, Brookline, Cambridge, Salem, and Lowell, whose goal is to, “make healthy eating possible in a busy world,” and we couldn’t love that idea more. Part of their mission is to empower everyone to take responsibility for their health and understand the power of healthy food consumption by providing delicious and health-conscious meal options for those who lead busy lives. They offer a variety of options from cold-pressed juices and wheatgrass shots to wholesome and organic wraps or bowls. They also create dairy-free smoothies that promote a healthy lifestyle by providing vital sustenance. With various customizable options, you are sure to find a suitable and delicious option to feed your needs. They are open daily, and hours vary by location with online ordering and fast pickup available.
5. Russo’s
If you prefer to make your own meals at home versus visiting a pickup or sit-down restaurant, Russo’s is the spot to go. This grocery store has proclaimed itself the location for, “food lovers.” They are open daily and located on Pleasant Street in Watertown, offering specific senior hours for those who need it. They have said, “we are recognized as industry pioneers in sourcing local produce, and offering unique, cross-cultural products.” This family-owned market offers a variety of fruits, vegetables, bakery, cheese, and meat items to satisfy your unique palate. Russo’s also has a beautiful array of floral items for purchase to brighten up your space any time of the year. Russo’s is currently offering online shopping for your convenience.
Throughout Newton and the surrounding areas, we are graced with health-conscious markets and restaurants to satisfy our hunger while keeping healthy options at the forefront. We love to support local businesses and believe our top 5 choices offer a variety of nutrient-rich options for you to try. Enjoy!