Healthy eating without breaking the bank

There is a misconception that eating healthily is expensive. However, you can consume healthy foods without breaking the bank. It just takes some careful planning, consideration and meal prep.  meal prep.

Here are some helpful tips that will enable you to eat a well-balanced diet while remaining within your budget.

• Plan your meals ahead of time and try to come up with multiple meals that use the same ingredients
• Purchase ingredients in bulk, as wholesale products usually cost less per unit than individually sold options
• Cook in batches to make multiple portions at once. This will also save time and reduce your energy bill at home
• Cook at home and avoid eating out at restaurants, where food prices can be inflated
• Buy seasonal produce, which is usually cheaper than out-of-season options
• Purchase products when they’re on a multi-buy offer or discounted