I know personally the recession has put a pinch on what decisions I make while shopping in a grocery store. We are raising our family on one income so living within our means is important. But do we really have to sacrifice eating right? Healthy foods can be more costly but with smart shopping strategies I can stretch my dollar and still remain to make wholesome choices.
Here are six essential money saving ideas that I would like to share. These money savings tips are great for individuals who are looking to feed their families healthy foods on a tight budget!
6 Smart Shopping Strategies to Save Money
1. CHECK THE SALES
Before you leave the house take a few minutes to look through store flyers. Try and plan a few meals on what is on sale.
2. MAKE A LIST
This sounds like common sense but I know from experience that I have gone into the grocery stores with out one. I bought several items only to have end up home confused as to why I had nothing to prepare for dinner.
3. COMPARE PRICES
Check unit pricing since prepackaged foods might be more costly. Prepacked fruits and vegetables may actually cost you more than buying them individually.
4. EAT SEASONALLY
Try to prepare your meals with what is in season locally. Produce varies in price depending on transportation costs.
5. GO GENERIC
Most major supermarkets have organic house brands. The price difference can prove to be significant especially with dairy products.
6. USE COUPONS
Many organic and natural-food manufactures now offer coupons for their own products. Check at the customer service desk at the market or on the manufactures website for printable coupons. Companies like Mambo Sprouts and Horizon Organic offer coupons online.
These are all real simple basic shopping strategies but if followed can save you considerable amount of money.
Thanks for sharing the tips and recipe.
really good tips. sometimes it’s the “common sense” things that help the most. but we are always too crazy busy as moms to even think about those things!
uummm… what is chard???
I’m in the same vote and these are great tips. Thanks.
I always do better when I make a list and shop the coupons. Gives me such a feeling of accomplishment. Looks like a great recipe!
Sara
Those are really good tips. Like yourself, I make a list of menus each week so I would know exactly what to buy everytime i got to the grocery store. In that case I save money and time. Thanks for following my blog !!
Thank you very much. Always looking for ways to save money grocery shopping, especially in these times