Quick Tips: Healthy Eating on a Budget There are ways to make
healthy eating fit your budget. You'll be surprised by how
spending just a little extra time can save you money. And the
more time you spend—in planning, shopping, and cooking—the more
money you'll save. Save money by learning and planning: - Plan
and shop for a week’s worth of meals at a time. You're less
likely to go out to eat or buy expensive convenience foods
during the week when the ingredients for dinner are already in
your kitchen. - Keep a list of what leftovers are in your
refrigerator and freezer. That way they won't go to waste
because you forgot they were there. And you can use the list
when you're planning next week's meals. - Watch grocery store
ads for sales so that you can stock up on items you know you
will use. You can sometimes save money by buying more of
something. For example, some stores may give you a discount if
you buy 12 cans of chicken broth instead of just 2 or 3. - Learn
how much food costs. That way you can tell when