Eat well and spend less

Lower your grocery bill with these tips. ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ [Healthline]( [Wellness Wire]( Presented by [Gainful]( In a Nutshell Stressed about spending too much at the supermarket? Join the club (that none of us want to be in). It’s rare for me to leave the store without dropping at least $100 nowadays, even on a small basket of essentials. What a time to be alive. To spare your wallet and mental health, today is all about how to save on groceries while still eating healthy. • [The 9 best foods and drinks to help you sleep]( • [Boost your hair, nail, and skin health with these expert tips]( • [Can snoring lead to heart failure?]( Happy shopping, Morgan Mandriota Newsletter Editor, Healthline Written by Morgan Mandriota September 9, 2024 • 3 min read Advertisement [Achieve Your Fitness Goals with Gainful]( Customize these supplements to build muscle and reach your goals. Use the code Gainful20 for 20% off (new users only). [SHOP NOW [→]]( [Achieve Your Fitness Goals with Gainful]( [Save money on groceries with these tips]( what’s got us buzzing [Save money on groceries with these tips]( We don’t need to dive into any research on just how much food [prices have gone up]( in recent years. If you go shopping, you’re probably already well aware. Despite rising costs, you can still save at the grocery store without sacrificing quality or taste! It might take a bit of effort to adjust your ways, but it can definitely pay off. Here are some tips that can help you cut costs:️ Stick to your list: Making a set grocery list can limit spontaneous spending. [Meal planning]( can also help you figure out exactly what to buy and make each week so you avoid overspending. Shop across multiple stores: If prices for your essentials are cheaper at a local dollar store or Trader Joe’s, it could be worth shopping for different items at different stores. It may sound inconvenient to bounce around, but the financial savings can add up over time. Buy in bulk: Think toilet paper, paper towels, and eggs. Spending a little more up front on things you use every day could go a long way, especially if the price is right and buying bulk meets your long-term needs. (This will also save you trips to the store!) Be pickier with produce: Fresh fruits and veggies are great, but [frozen produce]( is just as nutritious and typically lasts longer at a lower cost. You also don’t need to buy [everything organic](, since it comes with a higher price tag. Use coupons: Become a bargain hunter. Search for deals with coupon codes, special offers on first-time grocery delivery services, in-store sales, and other ways to save. Also, consider signing up for a Costco or Sam’s Club membership. The annual membership requires money up front, but you may save it over the course of a year. Grow your own: Maintaining a garden is fun and incredibly rewarding. There’s nothing like eating fruits and veggies from your own home. And yes, it’s possible to [grow a garden with limited space](! [more ways to lower your bill]( 💌 Want us to send you healthy recipes? Sign up for our Nutrition Edition newsletter with one-click [here](!️ Great finds The cutest shopping lists [Joyberg Magnetic Notepads]( [Joyberg Magnetic Notepads]( I keep a magnetic board and marker on my fridge where I write lists of things I need to buy. When it’s time to run errands, I take a picture of the board then reference it on my phone while I shop. After finding these adorable notepads, I realized I’ve been doing too much. I can cut out a few steps by just writing my lists on the actual pad, rip off the page, and bring it with me — old-school style. *immediately adds to cart* [SHOP NOW]( Every product we recommend has gone through either [Healthline's]( or Optum Store’s vetting processes. If you buy through links on this page, we may receive a small commission or other tangible benefit. Healthline has sole editorial control over this newsletter. Potential uses for the products listed here are not health claims made by the manufacturers. 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