During this recessions, Americans have been battling money issues and struggling to find money to pay for basic necessities. Gas for your car, housing and food are the major factors that have caused Americans to struggle.
If you are on a tight grocery budget, you know that you have to find creative ways to make you dollar stretch. Since last year, the price of dairy, bread and other products have increased. You can use coupons, buy items on sale, buy in bulk or shop at wholesale or discount stores like Costco, Food Lion or Sam’s Club to help save on grocery costs. If you eat out every day or multiple times a week, reduce that by 30-50% to save money. Try bringing your lunch to work or bringing your coffee from home and skipping the Starbucks. You can also purchase some inexpensive foods to cut grocery costs. Here are 5 foods that will help you save money.
1. Breakfast. Instead of buying sugar-coated cereal, replace with oat cereal or oatmeal along with a piece or fruit or toast.
2. Potatoes. Buy whole potatoes instead of instant potatoes. You can use the potatoes to make potato salad, mashed potatoes, baked potatoes, french fries, chips, sweet potatoes, pies, and more.
3. Nuts. Nuts can be used as a great snack instead of candy or junk food. Nuts are also healthy for you and are cheaper when bought still in their shell.
4. Fruit. Inexpensive fruits depending on the store can include watermelon, bananas and apples. They are also healthy for you and can help you lose weight.
5. Vegetables. Instead of buying packaged vegetables or pre-cooked vegetables buy raw vegetables and steam them or stir-fry them for a healthy alternative. Inexpensive vegetables include broccoli, greens, spinach and carrots.
