Thursday, February 5, 2009

Eating Healthy on a Budget


Just because you’re eating on a budget doesn’t mean that you have to sacrifice getting your daily dose of fruits and vegetables. Just follow these easy steps for buying the freshest produce and keeping them fresh for a longer amount of time.
First of all, if you’re feeding a family (four and up), I recommend buying your produce from a wholesale club during the colder months. In summer, try growing a garden and get the whole family involved in the process. Or buy fruits and veggies from a farm stand, where items will likely be much cheaper.


One of the most productive ways to be sure that your produce gets eaten is to separate fruits out into small individual bowls or plastic bags. This is great to store everything and ensures easy access to fresh snacks. If you buy more fruits and vegetables than you can use, don’t let them spoil in the refrigerator: freeze them!

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