VZ 070: Eating Healthy on a Budget

One of the main reasons people give for not eating healthy is the perceived extra expense.  I say “perceived” because the idea that healthy food is more expense isn’t necessarily true.  Sure, some organic, natural foods may cost a bit more than their conventional or processed counterparts.  There are things you can do, however, to help stretch your healthy food budget.

In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen Podcast you’ll learn that maintaining a healthy plant-based lifestyle doesn’t have to break the bank. We’ll discuss ways to save money at farmer’s markets and the grocery store. You’ll also learn about things you can do at home, such as freezing fruits and vegetables when they’re in season and growing your own produce.

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Here’s what we mention in this episode:

• Top 10 Printable Organic Food Coupons Sources

Recipe of the Week

• Vegetarian Red Beans and Rice

Quote of the Week

If saving money is wrong, I don’t want to be right.

–William Shatner

Resources:

• New Study Compares Prices at Farmers’ Markets and Supermarkets.  The Results Might Surprise You.
• Local Harvest
• 15 Tricks to Save Money on Food But Still Eat Well
• How to Eat Healthy on a Budget
• Forget “Whole Paycheck” – This Grocery Chain Now Beats Many Competitors’ Prices
• 8 Ways to Slash Your Grocery Bill – With Healthy Food

 

[reminder]What are your favorite food budgeting strategies?[/reminder]

 

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Peace and Veggies,
Vickie and Larissa