Tips : How To Eat Well On A Budget

I think all readers would be in agreement that prices are going up and up, no matter which country or continent you live! So with that in mind I am sharing snippets from an article by Michael Joseph at Nutrition Advance site who writes:

"It is sadly a fact of life that food can be expensive, and food is a basic need that we all have to budget for.

However, there can be significant differences in the prices of food.

This article looks at how to eat well on a budget, regardless of dietary preference.

As part of this, there are some budget-friendly buying tips and a list of relatively cheap yet nutritious foods.

Budget-Friendly Buying Tips
Here are some general tips to help make shopping on a budget easier.

1) Visit Larger Supermarkets/Grocery Stores
Large grocery stores and supermarkets tend to have better deals on common foods.

2) Don’t Shop On An Empty Stomach
People tend to make better food choices when they are not shopping on an empty stomach.

3) Consider Canned and Frozen Foods
Canned and frozen foods can sometimes be a more affordable way to fit nutrient-rich food into the diet.

4) Consider Like-For-Like (But Cheaper) Alternatives
Some foods provide a nutritionally similar yet cheaper option to commonly desired foods.

5) Buying In Bulk = More For Less
Buying food in greater volume tends to provide a better price gram-for-gram.

6) Visit Food Stores Near Closing Time

Bargains can be found in aisles selling fresh grocery products toward store closing times.

7) Make a Shopping List – and Stick To It

Using a shopping list makes it a bit easier to stay on budget by buying only the necessary items.

8) Prepare a Homemade Lunch

Taking a homemade lunch to work/school can cut down the food budget, and you can choose precisely what you want to eat too.

9) Don’t Worry About Buying Expensive ‘Organic’ Foods

Buying organic food isn’t necessary, particularly if trying to consume nutrient-rich foods on a tight budget.

10) Use a Food Waste App To Rescue Short-Dated Food

Using a food waste app allows people to “rescue” perfectly good food – it just needs eating quickly.

A List of Cheap Yet Nutritious Foods
This section lists foods that provide a range of nutrients yet are often available for an affordable price."

Michael lists a lot of foods in this section, from apples, to eggs, to liver, to tea and lots more, please see link at end of post. 

"Final Thoughts
The expense of food can make some of us turn to cheaper, lesser healthy options.

However, as this article shows, there are several things we can do to help us eat well on a budget. These include little tips like shopping lists, visiting stores near closing time, and using food waste apps.

We can also eat better for cheaper by focusing on more affordable alternatives to popular foods. In this regard, canned and frozen foods often offer better value for money when compared to fresh food."

The above is just a snippet from Michaels article, which you can read in full here

I particularly liked points two and seven from his list, and I always have eggs on my shopping list, they are so nutritious, but what do you think?

This blog brings a variety of articles and recipe ideas, and it is important to note, not all may be suitable for you. If you may have any food allergies, or underlying health issues these must always be taken into account. If you are a diabetic and not sure how certain foods may affect your blood sugars, test is best, i.e. use a reliable meter. If you have any concerns about your health it is always advisable to consult your Doctor or health care team.

All the best Jan