The price of food is rising and everyone is struggling to buy nutritious food on a budget. Healthier foods are nearly three times more expensive than less healthy foods. All you need to do is shop smartly and make sure you are getting the most filling and nutritious foods for the right price. Here are the best healthy foods to buy on a budget.
Whole Grains
Whole grains are full of fiber and tend to be more filling and slow energy-releasing than your usual white-grain carbs. Look for offers on couscous or bulgar and supermarket own brands of oats. There is so much you can make with oats and they won’t break the bank.
Cheaper Fruit and Vegetable Options
Instead of trying to eat the rainbow and buying the “superfoods” start shopping for cheaper options of root vegetables, like onions, carrots, cabbage, and celery. Frozen and tinned vegetables and fruits are cheaper and still packed with vitamins and minerals. Frozen mixes of fruits for smoothies are also a great way to get your daily fix of fruits at a cheaper price.
Cheaper Dairy Options
Dairy has become very expensive in the past few months, but it is still possible to bargain shop and still receive the same nutrients. Instead of buying feta cheese, look at salad cheese which is less expensive and soft cheese instead of cream cheese. Cottage cheese and natural low-fat or greek yogurts will give you the most for your dollar.
