The store’s layout is intentional: whole foods line the perimeter while processed foods fill the center aisles. Stores optimize for profit, not health — high-margin processed foods get prime center placement. Shopping the perimeter naturally steers you toward healthier choices. Know what pulls you into the center and have a strategy.
This companion covers the perimeter principle, why the layout exists, what pulls you in, and strategies for navigation. (3 min read)
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