Is Healthy Eating Expensive?
Yes, because prices have increased. And No because you can make wiser food selections to save you time, money and your health!
Here are our secret steps to save you time and money:
1. Buy in bulk
2. Cook in bulk
3. Freeze in bulk
When you grocery shop, purchase ingredients you need for the meals you intend to cook.
Food products that are not worth your money:
o Shakes, protein bars, and fat burners.
· Supplements, unless approved by your trusted health professional.
· Snack products. They can be addictive and add a price to your budget and your health
· Salad dressings (make it yourself with only lemon juice, olive oil and salt
· Sugary drinks, muesli bars and sweet – they cause you to food binge and waste more money because they can’t satisfy your nutritional cravings
Buying in Bulk:
· canned fish (wild salmon, sardines, tuna, mackerel)
· canned or dried beans/lentils
· rice, oats, and other grains
· canned tomatoes – cheaper than fresh tomatoes and contain more antioxidant lycopene which is more available in canned versions
· Frozen berries
· Frozen vegetables
· Potato and onions - buy in large sized bags and store in a cool, dark location
· Fresh carrots
· Raw, unflavoured nuts
Seasonal fruits and vegetables are usually cheaper and tastier. And because they don’t come packaged, you save on packaging price. Enjoy all-year round pears, apples and bananas which are better for your pocket than berries. When selecting berries, go for frozen rather than fresh. They are cheaper in price, more nutritious and last longer.
Budget friendly superfoods:
1. Red cabbage
2. Spinach
3. Kale
4. Rocket
5. Lentil
6. Flax seeds
7. Sunflower seeds
8. Walnuts
Budget-friendly protein. Grass-fed meats can be expensive so enjoy them as a rare treat and here are some budget-friendly proteins:
1. Eggs
2. Lentils
3. Quinoa
4. Tofu
5. Almonds
6. Peanut butter
For those who like to choose organic food, ALDI is a good place to shop. Look for the Just Organic brand.
Happy shopping,
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