01/19/2024
Make nutritious and economical FOOD CHOICES 🥬
Shocked by your recent grocery bill? Food prices continue to climb, and food insecurity has serious health implications for all of us. Healthy food access and consumption are essential and should not be compromised.
One of the first steps to eating well while protecting your wallet is meal planning.
This helps you create a focused grocery list and search for deals that allow you to save. There are useful phone apps that can help you shop for sales and compare store prices.
Have you ever been told not to shop when hungry? It’s true! Research has shown that hunger can influence what a person buys, including non-food items.
You can also eat healthy on a budget with these tips:
🥦 Don’t throw out leftovers: Turn leftovers into new meals or store them in the freezer for another time to decrease food waste.
🥦 Discover your green thumb: Grow your own food to help reduce grocery purchases and improve access to food grown seasonally.
🥦 Buy frozen fruits and vegetables: Healthy and convenient, frozen fruits and vegetables are full of nutrients and easily accessible. When purchasing fresh produce, select long-lasting items, such as apples, carrots, beets, and potatoes.
🥦 Stock up on long-shelf-life foods: Nut butters, beans, canned fish, and whole grains can be purchased in bulk and last a long time when stored properly.
Tips by Stephanie Rubino, ND from Women's Voice
