7 Tips To Help You With Your Organic Budget
Tuesday, May 15, 2018
Everyone wants to eat a well balanced diet but often so many things can keep you from doing so. One of the main reasons people don't eat healthy all the time is because they assume that it is just to expensive to purchase organic foods. This statement is a myth. There are many ways that you can incorporate an organic diet into your lifestyle without spending every dime in the bank. Here are some tips to get you started on this healthy eating journey.
Purchase What's in Season
One of the worst things you can do is to go purchase blueberries and watermelon in the winter time. It is widely known that purchasing fruits and vegetables out of season can cost you a fortune and destroy your budget so purchase produce in season.
Purchase in Bulk
Individual single packaged goods can be expensive. The packaging alone can be a hefty portion of what has been factored in the food cost. Bulk will get you more for your money. There's a saying that says 'Go big or go home' and yes this includes buying in bulk.
Cut Back On Eating Meat
Have you checked the prices of organic meat lately. It is expensive to say the least. You can substitute meat products with other options such as pinto beans, peanut butter, legumes and other protein enriched products and get the same benefits although maybe not the same taste.
Make You A Garden
Many communities have a neighborhood garden where you can harvest fresh fruits and vegetables if you participate in the upkeep. You can also create your own garden and grow produce right in your own back yard to save money.
Eat At Home
Oh how tempting it is to eat out on a regular basis. The convenience of doing so can spoil you. But when you tally up your monthly expenses from eating out, you will be appalled at how much you have spent and could have put in the pantry if you just had eaten at home. Cooking is work, but it can be fun and it will save you money.
Buy Only What's On Your List
Impulse buying can easily break the budget. Often times we go to the store on an empty stomach and come home with things our insatiable appetite desires. Make a list of the healthy foods that you need to purchase and stick with the list.
Buy Wholesale
There are companies such as Costco and Sam's Club that sell items in bulk and this also includes bulk produce and meats. There are often good deals that can be found especially if you have a large family. Also food items that are straight from the farm to the table are healthy choices and affordable.
Always be on the lookout for coupons and sale items to help save on your organic monthly budget and eating habits. Organic doesn't have to be expensive. All you have to do is eat and buy responsibly.
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