I’m a dietitian who used to work at Trader Joe’s — here are 8 things I’d absolutely get at the store right now

• I’m an intuitive-eating dietitian who shops for quick meals and ingredients at Trader Joe’s.
• I also used to work at the popular grocery chain, so I know the store inside and out.
• I like to have the retailer’s whole-grain waffles and scallion pancakes for morning meals.

After struggling with and overcoming disordered eating, I decided to pursue a career to help others form healthy habits. Now, I’m a registered dietitian and intuitive-eating counselor who works with clients to heal their relationships with food.

Intuitive eating is a non-diet approach that can help people reconnect with their body’s natural hunger and fullness cues through 10 core principles, such as making peace with food.

In addition to being a dietitian, I’m also a former Trader Joe’s employee. I shop at the retailer at least once a week and often recommend the store to clients looking for a less overwhelming and more playful shopping experience.

I recently went to Trader Joe’s to stock up on some of my favorite quick meals and snacks. Here are eight things I’d recommend grabbing from the retailer right now.