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How to eat without spending a lot of money in winter?
Eat seasonally
Eating seasonally is good for the planet but also for saving. Vegetables and fruits are never cheaper than in high season, because they ripen in ideal conditions and do not need to be imported. This also explains why they are tastier and contain more nutrients. In winter we enjoy cabbage, pumpkin, root vegetables, apples, pears, kiwis and others. The planet and your bank account will thank you!
Another tip: in the fruit and vegetable sections there is usually a space dedicated to “ugly” fruits and vegetables, which are no longer of the highest freshness. Reductions are generally 30%, or even 50%, on products that are still consumables. Think about it next time you go to the store.
Favor cheaper meats and other alternatives.
Often, meat and fish are the products that weigh the most on the receipt. However, we need protein to stay fit, so how can we balance a balanced diet and a tight budget? Focusing on cheaper meats, such as chicken, turkey and pork. As for fish, we think of salmon, cod, tilapia or even sardines… Canned fish is also full of nutrients and is sold at attractive prices.
Let’s also consider eggs, which are surely the cheapest source of animal protein.
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And when we do not consume products of animal origin?
Fortunately, there are many lower-cost plant-based alternatives. Leading the way are legumes (lentils, chickpeas, dried beans, etc.), which are sold canned, and soy derivatives such as tofu and tempeh.
Anticipate and organize
In addition to choosing the right foods and recipes, planning your menus for the week will help you save some money. So that ? Because this will allow you to establish a clear list, before going shopping, and buy only what you really need. Another advantage, you will avoid the eternal question “what are we going to eat tonight”, which inevitably ends with an order of hamburgers or sushi.
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