1. Frozen fruits and vegetables are cheaper and last longer than fresh fruits or vegetables. Using frozen fruits and vegetables can be just as delicious as fresh. Try frozen fruits in a smoothie or baked into a pie. Spice up your frozen vegetables with dried herbs or spices and a dash of lemon juice.
2. Plan and prepare meals ahead of time. Planning and preparing meals ahead of time will prevent impulse buying and overeating. Bring a list to the grocery store and stick to it. Prepare meals in bulk, portion, and store or freeze for a future meal.
2. Plan and prepare meals ahead of time. Planning and preparing meals ahead of time will prevent impulse buying and overeating. Bring a list to the grocery store and stick to it. Prepare meals in bulk, portion, and store or freeze for a future meal.
3. Try cheaper cuts of meat. Buying cheaper cuts of meat is a great way to save. These cuts are typically tougher or bone. A great way to prepare these meats is braising or stewing the meat. If you have a crockpot, now is the time to us it.
4. Buy fresh produce that is on sale. Grocery stores and supermarkets have a specific amount of time to sell fresh produce before it must be thrown away. For that reason, the older--but still perfectly good--fruits and vegetables will go on sale. Buy now and use within 3-4 days.
5. Consider growing your own fruit and vegetables in a window garden. Growing your own fruits and vegetables is great for the environment and is also very rewarding. Start by growing a small herb garden or a single potted tomato plant
4. Buy fresh produce that is on sale. Grocery stores and supermarkets have a specific amount of time to sell fresh produce before it must be thrown away. For that reason, the older--but still perfectly good--fruits and vegetables will go on sale. Buy now and use within 3-4 days.
5. Consider growing your own fruit and vegetables in a window garden. Growing your own fruits and vegetables is great for the environment and is also very rewarding. Start by growing a small herb garden or a single potted tomato plant
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Health Benefits: Mangos contain many essential vitamins and minerals, dietary fiber, and antioxidants. One cup of mango provides 25% of your daily vitamin A—which is essential for eye health and immunity. Fiber helps lower cholesterol levels and can help in the prevention of colon cancer. Antioxidants are compounds that have been shown to help prevent cancer as well.
Health Benefits: Brown rice is a whole grain that is high in fiber and minerals. Fiber helps to lower low-density lipoproteins, or LDLs (bad cholesterol). Fiber is also known to help reduce the risk of colon cancer. Boil in a bag brown rice is a quick and easy way to get fiber into any meal. Serve tossed in a small amount of oil with salt and pepper.