Eat Healthy for Cheap....

Alright, I'll admit sometimes eating healthy can be expensive but it really DOESN'T have to be. Here are few tips I've come up with for getting the most the most bang for your buck produce wise.

1. Buy what's in season. Not only is the produce going to be fresher and more nutritious but it's cheaper too.

2. Check out the Ads. Don't just go to the store down the street because it's the one you've always gone to. Spend a few minutes checking out the best deals for produce and then head to that store. You can also do price matching at Wal-Mart and get all the best deals in one place. (Sometimes my Wal-Mart is hit and miss with it's produce so beware.)

3. Grow your own garden! You don't have to have a lot of land (or any! I use pots.) to have a great garden that produces. Try simple things that will produce a lot like tomatoes, spinach, or lettuce. Or do one of your favorites.

4. Fruit Trees. Have a neighbor down the street that doesn't use all of their apples off their tree. Ask if you can have a few. We go on walks and then make new friends when we notice someone doesn't use all of their grapes on the vine. :)

5. Freeze! If you have produce that is about to go bad don't let it go to waste. Instead freeze it. Most things can be put into a blender later.

6. Farmer's Market. I LOVE the farmer's market. The best deals are to be had at quitting time because vendors want to get rid of their produce before they go home so they are willing to part with it for less.

Well, that's all my ideas for right now. I know you all have some great ideas so please share them when you leave a comment.

Happy Huntings For Healthy Food!