The Indicator from Planet Money Go ask ALICE about grocery prices
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Jan 22, 2025 Grocery prices have skyrocketed by 27 percent since before the pandemic, hitting lower-income households the hardest. Innovative measures like the ALICE Essentials Index shed light on these struggles, offering a different perspective on inflation. The community response to rising food insecurity includes grocery tours led by dieticians to help families budget effectively. Amid harsh winters, many are battling access to fresh produce, driving demand at food pantries. Practical tips for maintaining healthy eating on a budget are also shared.
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Grocery Price Pain
- Grocery prices have increased by 27% since before the pandemic, causing significant hardship.
- This rise contributes to a disconnect between official economic figures and public sentiment.
Food Pantry Dietitian
- Bree Kellogg, a dietitian, helps struggling families shop for groceries at a food pantry near Chicago.
- She takes clients on grocery store tours to teach them how to make affordable, healthy choices despite rising prices.
Navigating Produce Prices
- Fresh produce is expensive, even more so during winter in the Midwest.
- Bree Kellogg navigates this by suggesting alternatives like green bell peppers, which are on sale.