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Buy healthy foods on a budget

(HealthDay News) -- Healthy eating can get expensive, but advance planning and budgeting can help you reign in costs without sacrificing nutritious foods.

Try these shopping tips for buying healthy foods on a budget:

• Plan menus in advance, and write out a shopping list.
• Clip coupons and sign up for a rewards card at your grocery store.
• Buy foods cheaper in bulk, buy on sale and buy less-expensive store brands when you can.
• Check the per-unit price to spot a better deal.
• Start by circling the perimeter of the store for the fresh foods, then hit the middle aisles.
• Shop for fruits and vegetables that are in season, and look for locally produced foods.
• Prioritize your menu to use up foods that will expire quickly, and remember to store foods promptly in the refrigerator and freezer.

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First published: 06/10/2011
Last updated: 06/10/2011

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