Cathy Isom helps you stay on that New Year’s resolution diet by giving you a few tips on how you can eat healthy without breaking the bank. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours.
Cheap Healthy Eats
Eating healthy is challenge for anyone on a tight budget. Or, is it? When you consider the value of the food in terms of nutrients, the servings it provides, and for how long it actually keeps you full … you may want to reconsider paying for those cheaper dollar-menu fast-food type items that will have you quickly going back for more. And, instead spend a few extra dollars on the healthier alternatives that will keep you fuller longer, while you’re reaping the benefits of of their nutrition.
For example, some delicious nutrient-dense foods include:
Sweet Potatoes
Green Apples
Romaine Lettuce
Lentils
Bananas
Frozen or Fresh Broccoli
Flax or Chia Seeds
Oats
Zucchini
And… Carrots.
If you keep these 10 foods stocked at all times, you can turn them into a variety of meals to keep your tummy full and your wallet happy. Not only that, they’re great for juicing, and also easy to prep for snacks on the go.
Other healthy fruits and veggies that tend to be on the less expensive side also include:
Frozen berries and frozen greens
Onions
Garlic
Green peas
Chickpeas
And… brown rice.
I’m Cathy Isom…