Eating Healthy on a Budget

I keep hearing that eating healthy is for the rich. But, eating well allows us to stay healthy and clear minded, saving costs to the doctor and for medications. And it’s not impossible to go healthy on a budget.

Buying Healthy for Less

• • Buy what’s in season. Some of the health boosters now in season are blueberries, cherries, broccoli, asparagus, beets and watermelon. Check out State Seasonal Produce Guides for info on what is growing in your state.
  • Buy local. Save on shipping cost and help preserve a healthy environment. For a list of local farmers markets check out Local Harvest.
  • Buy whole foods, like whole grains and vegetables. Raw ingredients can make great simple meals, while processed food is less healthy and can be more costly.
  • Use the whole food. Buy the whole fish instead of fillets. Use veggie stems in smoothies or for stocks. Eat all parts of the broccoli. You can shave the outer edge of the broccoli stem and then cut it into strips to use for dips or just as a snack.
  • Cook at home. Not only is it cheaper, cooking at home allows you to know what’s in your food. Plus, the love and care that you put into your own nourishment, and the appreciation to the effort to make it, add layers of enjoyment to your meal.
  • Eat only what you need. Serve yourself in a small plate. Go back for seconds if needed. Don’t be tempted to eat from the pan or the package.

Share the Health

What other tips do you have for eating well on a budget? Let us know with a comment below! Share this article with some friends who are always saying they can’t save money and be healthy at the same time and change their life for the better!

Come and enjoy delicious healthy food with us after practice during a retreat or teacher training at Doron Yoga & Zen Center.

For a complete and balanced guide to eating healthy, check out The Doron Yoga Cookbook. 108 delicious and nutritious recipes that don’t require any crazy or expensive ingredients and will bring you back to joyful balance!

Blissful Living,

Doron