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Curious to Try the Bikini Body Guide? Here's Everything You Should Add to Your Grocery List

If you're on Instagram and you work out, then chances are you're well familiar with Kayla Itsines. With a staggering 8.9 million followers, the Australian trainer has an ever-growing and devoted following. That's because her fitness and nutrition program, BBG, which stands for Bikini Body Guide, has changed the lives and physiques of countless women all over the world.

The 12-week program revolves around 28-minute workouts that followers do three times per week, but like any good trainer, Itsines knows that diet plays a crucial role too when it comes to meeting your fitness goals. One of the most noteworthy features of BBG is its daily meal plans designed to help you lose weight while staying satisfied (she's a big believer in not denying yourself). The meal plans can even be customized based on dietary restrictions, perfect for pescatarians, vegetarians, and vegans.

If you're curious about trying BBG, keep reading to see all the foods you can enjoy, including the daily recommended amounts. You'll see that BBG really does allow you to eat essentially whatever you want.

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Grains

  • Whole-wheat bread (5 slices)
  • Rye crispbreads (6)
  • Quinoa (3.2 ounces)
  • Couscous (1.4 ounces)
  • Rye bread (5 slices)
  • Vermicelli noodles (3.5 ounces)
  • Muesli (5.3 ounces)
  • Whole-wheat wraps (2)
  • Whole-wheat pasta (4.2 ounces)
  • Brown rice (4.2 ounces)
  • Fruitcake (2 slices)
  • Rolled oats (1.1 ounces)
  • Whole-wheat pita bread (2)
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Fruit

  • Blueberries (7.1 ounces)
  • Frozen blueberries (8.5 ounces)
  • Medium oranges (3)
  • Frozen mixed berries (9.2 ounces)
  • Pomegranate (1)
  • Lime
  • Medium banana (1/2)
  • Medium apple (1)
  • Lemon
  • Watermelon (4.6 ounces)
  • Strawberries (6.7 ounces)
  • Frozen strawberries (8.8 ounces)
  • Small pear (1/2)
  • Goji berries (0.7 ounces)
  • Pineapple (3.2 ounces)
  • Fresh mixed fruit (2.8 ounces)
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Vegetables and Legumes

  • Baby spinach leaves (4 large handfuls)
  • Medium tomatoes (5)
  • Cherry tomatoes (23)
  • Medium cucumbers (3)
  • Small red onion (1)
  • Olives (2)
  • Small beetroot (1.5)
  • Arugula (3 large handfuls)
  • Canned crushed tomatoes (8.1 ounces)
  • Green beans (4)
  • Spring onion (1/2)
  • Bean sprouts (1 large handful)
  • Medium carrots (3)
  • Small brown onion (3/4)
  • Mushrooms (7.1 ounces)
  • Low-sodium tomato paste (1 tablespoon)
  • Kalamata olives (4)
  • Medium green bell pepper (1/4)
  • Baby corn (1.1 ounces)
  • Snow peas (0.7 ounces)
  • Medium red bell pepper (1/2)
  • Medium yellow bell pepper (1/4)
  • Medium potato (1/2)
  • Pumpkin (3.2 ounces)
  • Lettuce leaves (1 large handful)
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Meat and Alternatives

  • Large eggs (3)
  • Red kidney beans (2.8 ounces)
  • Salmon (3.2 ounces)
  • Lentils (10.6 ounces)
  • Brown lentils (2.8 ounces)
  • Cannellini beans (14.5 ounces)
  • White fish (4.6 ounces)
  • Chickpeas (5.3 ounces)
  • Lean beef (4.6 ounces)
  • Canned tuna (3.5 ounces)
  • Chicken breast (10.6 ounces)
  • Smoked salmon (2.5 ounces)
  • Roast chicken (2.8 ounces)
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Dairy

  • Low-fat cheese (1.1 ounces)
  • Low-fat ricotta cheese (6.3 ounces)
  • Low-fat, low-sodium feta cheese (4.9 ounces)
  • Low-fat goat's cheese (1.1 ounces)
  • Low-fat milk (33.8 fluid ounces)
  • Baby bocconcini (1.4 ounces)
  • Low-fat plain yogurt (47.6 ounces)
  • Low-fat cheddar cheese (0.7 ounces)
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Healthy Fats

  • Chia seeds (1 teaspoon)
  • Olive oil (3 teaspoons)
  • Pine nuts (2 teaspoons)
  • Avocados (1.8 ounces)
  • Peanut butter (1 teaspoon)
  • Sesame oil (3 teaspoons)
  • Almonds (0.7 ounces)
  • Tahini (2 teaspoons)
  • Sesame seeds (1 teaspoon)
  • Walnut halves (0.7 ounces)
  • Nut and seed mix (0.4 ounces)
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Other

  • Sea salt
  • Ground black pepper
  • Red wine vinegar (1 teaspoon)
  • Dijon mustard (1/4 teaspoon)
  • Fresh dill (2/3 tablespoon)
  • Fresh chives (2/3 tablespoon)
  • Fresh parsley (2/3 tablespoon)
  • Protein powder (1 scoop)
  • Fresh basil
  • Ground paprika
  • Garlic clove (1/4)
  • Fresh coriander (2/3 tablespoon)
  • Red curry paste (2 teaspoons)
  • Açai berry powder (1 teaspoon)
  • Ground cinnamon (1 pinch)
  • Low-sodium vegetable stock (1.7 fluid ounces)
  • Fresh mint leaves (4)
  • Low-sodium tamari or soy sauce (2/3 tablespoon)
  • Honey (1 teaspoon)
  • Nori sheets (2)
  • Dried thyme (1/4 teaspoon)
  • Dried mixed herbs (1/4 teaspoon)
  • Ground cumin (1 teaspoon)
  • Ground ginger (1 teaspoon)
  • Dried coriander (1/2 teaspoon)
  • Cayenne pepper (1/2 teaspoon)
  • Ground allspice (1/2 teaspoon)
  • Ground cloves (1/4 teaspoon)
  • Preserved lemon (1 1/3 tablespoon)
  • Coconut water (8.5 fluid ounces)
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