I want to continue on the same topic as last week. Hopefully, these new tips will be just as useful for you.

1. Consider inexpensive protein sources, such as beans or cottage cheese

2. When cooking or eating out, plan for leftovers

3. Buy generic and store brand foods

4. Buy in bulk as Sam’s Club, BJ’s, or Costco

5. Try planting your own produce garden at your home

6. Check serving sizes of frozen foods to see if cost can be reduced while maintaining nutrition.

Back in Skinny Jeans has a great post on 5 ways to Avoid or Stop Stress Eating.

“It’s no surprise that with all the economic tension many people are relieving stress by over eating or eating when they really aren’t hungry. Stress eating is a common issue when it comes to weight management, so here are 5 ways to help you avoid the trap of eating out of anxiety and worry:“

Next week I will compare and contrast prices of inexpensive food choices. Have a great week!!