How to Eat Healthy on a Budget

One of the most common excuses for not eating healthy is that it is “too expensive”. And sometimes this is true, but it doesn’t have to be! Eating healthy can easily be done on a tight budget so this is no longer an excuse. Use these tips to navigate how you can eat healthy on a budget.

8 Ways to Eat Healthy on a Budget

Plan your Meals

Planning your meals before heading to the grocery store is a great way to save money. This way you know exactly what you need for every meal of the week and you won’t purchase any extra unnecessary items. Plus, this prevents food waste.

Shop for Products that are in Season

Products that are in season are generally cheaper than products that are not in season. When products aren’t in season they have to be shipped from around the world which makes the price much more expensive. Look for these price differences in fruits and vegetables and choose the in-season options.

Buy Frozen Fruits and Vegetables

Buying frozen fruits and vegetables will save you a ton of money. They are generally cheaper plus they don’t go bad which means they can last longer and prevent food waste.

Bulk Buy Less Expensive Foods

Buying bulk foods like rice, oats, pasta, beans are perfect for saving money. They are filling, last long and are cheap.

Forget Brand Names

Purchasing generic brand names instead of high-end brand names will save you money. They are the same product, just with a different name!

Stop Buying Junk Food

Junk food is expensive and unhealthy. Skipping all junk food options saves money and ends unhealthy habits.

Look for Sales

Looking out for sales seems obvious but it is something many people ignore! Often buying in bulk gets you extra sales. It is a good idea to subscribe to email lists and get coupons and sales sent right to your inbox!

Replace Meat with Other Proteins

Meat and fish can be expensive, switching these items out with lower cost proteins like beans and nuts will save you a ton. 

Love,

Sam