{"id":48787,"date":"2018-06-13T18:05:58","date_gmt":"2018-06-14T02:05:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pickthebrain.com\/?p=48787"},"modified":"2019-02-05T01:46:21","modified_gmt":"2019-02-05T09:46:21","slug":"how-to-eat-healthy-on-a-budget","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pickthebrain.com\/blog\/how-to-eat-healthy-on-a-budget\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Eat Healthy on a Budget"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Most people really do want to eat healthy, but feel like it’s cost prohibitive. Luckily, there are a few simple ways to maintain a healthy diet without putting strain on your wallet. Here\u2019s how to keep your kitchen stocked with satisfying and nutritious foods:<\/p>\n

1. Never set out without a plan.<\/strong><\/h1>\n

One of the quickest ways to over-spend at the grocery store is by going there without any idea of what you want to buy. You\u2019ll end up tossing anything and everything in your cart, only to find that you\u2019ve added too many unhealthy snacks. Plus, you\u2019ll spend a lot more than you intended to. Always make a list before heading to the market.<\/p>\n

2. Stick with seasonal foods.<\/strong><\/h1>\n

When fruits and veggies are in season, they\u2019re less expensive than when they\u2019re not in season. Plus, eating in-season foods means you\u2019ll be supporting local farms and industry! When you shop local, you end up getting food with fewer preservatives and chemicals because it doesn\u2019t have to go through an extensive shipping process. When in doubt, ask your local farm market which foods are in season.<\/p>\n

3. Buy in bulk.<\/strong><\/h1>\n

If you\u2019re only feeding yourself, buying in bulk may feel like an unnecessary expense. However, if you buy non-perishable foods in bulk, you\u2019ll end up spending less money in the long run. Even perishable foods can be bought in bulk so long as you have the storage space. Split up meat into portions and store it in your freezer. Cook a huge batch of soup on the weekend, divide it into servings and store the excess in the freezer.<\/p>\n

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4. Keep your kitchen full.<\/strong><\/h1>\n

When your fridge and pantry are stocked with healthy foods, you\u2019ll be less likely to eat meals out or grab unhealthy snacks when you\u2019re on-the-go. The more healthy foods you have on hand, the less tempted you\u2019ll be to reach for junk food. An easy way to always keep your food storage filled to the brim is to shop sales. When something healthy is on sale, like lentils or brown rice, scoop up a few extra packages.<\/p>\n

When your refrigerator and pantry are stocked with delicious, healthy foods, you\u2019ll have an easier time keeping your health on track. With some smart shopping tricks, you can load up your cart with plenty of nutritious food without breaking the bank.<\/p>\n

What Do Experts Recommend ?<\/strong><\/p>\n

“For starters, don\u2019t be afraid to buy frozen vegetables<\/strong>\u00a0in the freezer section of your local grocery store (or even canned vegetables).\u00a0 Sure, I love fresh veggies, but since frozen veggies are picked and then frozen at peak ripeness (and thus most nutritionally dense), they are often a better value while being edible for months longer.” \u00a0Steve Lamb from Nerdfitness.com<\/a><\/p>\n

“If you are trying to eat healthy, hopefully you\u2019ve already cut out things like soda, canned drinks, and processed juices from your food budget. If not, do it now! This alone is a big step in improving overall health.” Katie from Wellnessmama.com<\/a><\/p>\n

“When food is in season, it\u2019s much cheaper and tastes better. It also encourages you to try fruits and vegetables you might not go for normally adding variety (and different types of nutrients!) to your diet. Stock up on your favorites and freeze them for months when they\u2019re no longer readily available.” Dr Josh Draxe from Draxe.com<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Cooking Tips:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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  1. Cook Large Portions and Use Your Leftovers.<\/li>\n
  2. Drink water instead of juice or sweetened drinks, it\u2019s free and has no kilojoules.<\/li>\n
  3. Embrace whole grains and beans – They are usually cheap.<\/li>\n
  4. Buy and Cook a whole chicken \u00a0– This the quickest and cheapest way to cook and eat chicken<\/li>\n
  5. Make your own desserts<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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    Peter Paterson\u00a0is a biohacker, a blogger aficionado, and a husband. I enjoy writing<\/a>, reading, traveling, and testing diets.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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