- Don't be tempted to go through the fast food, drive-through window. Your budget nor your family's health will benefit from this action. Make a commitment that you will eat the majority of your meals at home. Buying ground turkey or lean beef and making burgers at home is by far the better choice.
- Buy a whole chicken and either roast it in the oven or put it in the crockpot to cook. From that one chicken, you can enjoy an evening meal, chicken salad the next day from the left over chicken, and then cook the carcass in water with vegetables such as onions, celery, carrots, and parsley for a great chicken soup. Three meals from one chicken is an economic powerhouse.
- Joining a food co-operative is also a way to save on food dollars. Begin searching out and asking friends about a food co-op in your area. Certain health food distributors sell to food co-operatives at little more than wholesale cost. Usually with food co-ops, items are offered in larger quantities to offer more of a cost savings. Partner with other like-minded friends to buy cases of apples, cheese or nuts.
- Stock up on non-perishables when they're on sale. When I see canned, organic beans are on sale, I buy 10 to 12 cans of each variety and store them in the garage. (Here in Virginia Beach, basements or cellars are unheard of). I do the same with certain organic tomato products, coconut milk, etc. I've even bought a case of laundry detergent when it's on sale as the savings is substantial. Even if you have to store items under the bed, it may be worth the cost savings for you.
- Always shop on the perimeter of the grocery store. Buying fresh fruits and vegetables when they're in season is a better choice economically and health wise than going down the health-destroying cookie and chip aisle. Buying fruits and vegetables by the bag is usually better economically than buying individual pieces. Buy from local growers whenever possible.
Don't be tempted to compromise on your health!
Sharon_Graham
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