Hey Balanced Life Family,
You probably want to eat a healthy diet, but you don’t want to spend an arm and a leg doing it. I’m going to give you a few tips for healthy eating on a friendly budget.
When you go to the grocery store always plan ahead. Without a plan, a good percentage of the food you buy may end up in the garbage. Know what meals and snacks you’ll be eating that week and the ingredients you’ll need to make them. Be sure to include fruits, vegetables, protein, and whole grains at the top of your list.
Don’t hold back on coupons and reward programs. Grocery stores often have reward programs and memberships that provide discounts and savings for things you already shop for. Check your store’s weekly flyer for discounts. And if you prefer digital, there are plenty of apps that will help you earn cashback and savings at the grocery store.
It doesn’t hurt to go generic sometimes. Store brands often have the same ingredients and nutritional value as their brand-name counterparts and they cost less.
Have you noticed that frozen fruits and veggies cost less than those that are fresh? They are picked and frozen at their peak of ripeness which causes them to hang on to their nutritional value longer. What’s really great is that they won’t turn rotten because they’ve been forgotten. (That’s a cute little saying that’s easy to remember.) 😊
Even when you plan your meals carefully you may end up with some leftovers. Don’t throw them away. Get creative with them. Leftover veggies can be used as a side dish with another meal, in soups, or even in stir-fries. You can do the same with proteins. You don’t want to throw hard-earned money in the garbage.
These are just a few things to keep in mind the next time you go to the grocery store. I hope they’ll help you to create a friendly budget while making healthy food choices.
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