Whether you’re a student, parent or somewhere in between, you don’t need to spend your entire wage on milk sourced from Himalayan mountain goats to eat well!
That’s because quitting sugar puts the focus on JERF. And when you Just Eat Real Food, both your wallet and your wellness will thrive. Flora Crichton from Hip & Healthy agrees. She shares her tips for healthy eating on a budget.
While eating healthy may seem daunting at times (we all know how easy it is to pop into the local supermarket and purchase convenience foods on the way home from work), it needn’t be that way. We’re here to tell you that healthy eating is not expensive. In fact, once you’ve stocked up on your pantry staples, you’ll find it’s actually much cheaper in the long run. Read on for our top tips for eating healthy every day without breaking the bank.
Whatever you do, cook from scratch!
Are you prone to indulging in your fair share of store-bought kale chips and green smoothies? While it’s fine to splurge occasionally, if you live off of snack foods like these, you’ll be whittling down that pay cheque a lot quicker than we know you’d like.
The great news is that by making your own from scratch, you still get to enjoy a healthy and delicious snack for half the price.
Buy your nuts, seeds, grains and beans in bulk.
Buying in bulk is the best thing you can do for your bank account. Make sure you buy big kilogram bags at a time and stock them away in your cupboards, as these foods will stay in date for ages. This is a sure-fire way to save money as little packs of nuts and seeds can seriously add up. Nuts and grains will also bulk up your meals and keep you fuller for longer so you avoid buying expensive snacks on the run.
Take a tupperware box to work.
Prep your meals in the evening or make a big batch on Sundays to last you through the week. We love chickpea curries, baked sweet potatoes or vegetable chillis – not only are they cheap and easy to make, but also chock full of flavours and goodness.
Make sure you cook double quantities, so you have some for supper, and leftovers to pop into your tupperware for lunch.
Buy frozen veggies and fruits where possible.
We can guarantee that buying frozen produce or freezing foods in season will save you a heap of cash. Berries for instance, are incredibly expensive when they are out of season. What’s more, studies have shown that frozen fruits and vegetables can actually be healthier, with higher levels of vitamins and antioxidants than their fresh equivalents. Go stock up your freezers guys!
Buy fresh produce at markets.
Please break the habit of always going to your local supermarket!
We urge you to check out your local farmers markets and stock up on avos and bananas etc there for way less money than in your typical supermarket. Research has shown that by shopping at our local farmers markets, we can save a crazy 32 per cent on fresh veggies and fruits!
Another money saving trick is to purchase cheaper cuts of meat – you’ll find that chicken thighs or lamb shoulders cost way less than chicken breasts or lamb chops, but these can still be deliciously tender and bursting with flavour if prepared correctly.
Take it easy on the superfoods.
While superfoods are a great addition to a healthy diet, if money is tight, don’t feel bad leaving them out of your grocery haul. Or treat them as an extra boost of nutrients as opposed to the star of the show!
If you feel like you’re missing out on your dose of superfoodie goodness due to lack of funds, set aside a few dollars per month to buy one type that you love or have been meaning to try.
This article was originally published on Hip & Healthy.
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