You don’t have to break the bank to clean up your diet. Turns out some of the healthiest foods on the planet are plant based (including high-protein sources like lentils and beans), which will save you money in the long run, notes Lori Zanini, R.D.N., a spokesperson for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Tighten your purse strings even further by incorporating some of the following strategies:
If you live near a farmers’ market, hang around and start shopping during the last 15 minutes or so. “This is when many farmers start to discount produce and are usually open to making a deal,” says Zanini.
Shop the grocery store produce bar. This strategy works best if you don’t often use all the produce you buy. “Buying just a few ounces of leafy greens is often much more economical than purchasing an entire bag.”
Get frozen (especially on sale). “I stock up on frozen fruits and vegetables and frozen wild-caught salmon,” notes Zanini. “Frozen is just as healthy, and it means you always have nutrient-dense options available
