Eating Healthy on a Budget
I know most people think that eating healthy or organic is more expensive, but you really can do it on a budget. Here are some tips I have learned along the way.
- If you have a set list and some meals in mind, you will be less likely to splurge on cravings.
- Try to buy food from the bulk bins. Not only are they usually cheaper, but you can only buy what you need. They are also great for trying new foods, so if you end up not liking what you buy, you are not stuck with a large amount.
- overnight and then boil them a bit before you use them, but they taste so much better! Plus, you will not get all the extra sodium. You will be surprised at how much “cleaner” they will taste.
- Check if there is a local co op in your area. We use Bountiful Baskets. There is even an option to upgrade to all organic. I was amazed at how much produce we got for our $25
- Try to buy produce that is in season. For Android users, there is an app called Seasonal Harvest Lite that is free, and if you plug in your location, it will tell you which fruits and veggies are in season. I think there is one for the iPhone, too.
- “Like” your local grocery stores on Facebook. They will most likely alert you to sales going on.
- Bring a set amount of cash with you that you cannot go over.
- If you see a more expensive item go on sale, buy in bulk at that time. 1/2 off about once a month. I try to stock up then.
- Also often inexpensive to make. You can make a large batch and freeze what you don’t eat right away.
This is just a small list of things you can do. Feel free to add your own!