Life Kit Eating Healthy Without Overspending
Oct 8, 2020
Dietitian Shana Spence shares her savvy insights on eating healthy without straining your wallet. She busts myths about food labels and reveals clever strategies for smart grocery shopping and meal planning. Shana highlights the benefits of canned and frozen foods, showing how they can fit into a nutritious, budget-conscious diet. Listeners will learn practical tips for maximizing nutrition while minimizing waste, proving that delicious meals don't have to come with a hefty price tag.
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Healthy Shopping
- Don't focus on buzzwords like "natural" or "non-GMO" when shopping for healthy food.
- Choose nutritious foods you enjoy and that are filling, like canned beans or frozen vegetables.
Fresh vs. Preserved
- Fresh produce isn't always superior to frozen or canned options.
- Frozen and canned foods can be more budget-friendly and reduce food waste.
Canned Food Tip
- Rinse canned beans and vegetables to remove excess sodium used for preservation.
- This simple step doesn't diminish their nutritional value.