Yes, you CAN avoid the junk food habit. When you plan ahead, healthy eating can be affordable!
Tips for sticking to your budget:
- Plan your meals every week.
- Make a grocery list and stick to it.
- Try not to shop when you are hungry.
- Clip coupons, organize them and keep them with you.
- Watch for sales, especially on meat close to its expiration date – you can always freeze it for later.
- Compare store brand prices with national brands.
- Remember, most canned, fresh and frozen items can be exchanged in recipes.
- Buy your favorite food items in bulk, if possible, such as noodles, beans, canned fruits and vegetables and more.
Check out some meal planning tips! And for more healthy snacking tips, take a look at Munch Code.