With difficulties of the pandemic, some might find themselves in a tight spot when it comes to eating healthy and cheap. Well, whether it was due to the pandemic or even before, below are tips, including my favorites, to follow when we want to eat cheaper without compromising our health.

I like to designate a date of the week to go grocery shopping. This helps me plan what I’ll be eating throughout the week. It saves me from having to make random runs to the store to find something to make or even saves me from having to order out since I already have something at home. This not only saves you money from countless store runs, but it also saves you on time.

Some people may not know how to cook or even like to cook at home but eating out can really add up. Not only on the wallet but also on your health. When you eat out, you’re not in control of how you make your food and what you consume. I suggest taking some days of the week to cook a home meal and for those who don’t know how to, I’d recommend them to start. Start on something easy, such as scrambled eggs and toast for breakfast. There are countless of easy recipes online that anyone can find. Cooking at home doesn’t have to be a chore. It can be a fun activity by yourself, your friends, or kids and family.

My third tip on eating healthy and saving money is eating fresh and whole food. NOT processed, junk food. Sure, cereal and frozen pizzas are delicious and quick. But you can save so much more on fresh veggies and fruits than on a frozen dinner box. Eating food as they are is not only cheaper but healthier. Processed food is chalk full of added sugar, sodium, fat, etc. Again, you want to be in control of what you spend and consume.  

Eating cheap and healthy isn’t easy. It requires more thought than you’d think. But with the knowledge and the practice, anyone can learn to save on money and stay healthy. Click right here to read for more short and quick tips on cheap and healthy eating. Best wishes and you got this!