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Buying fresh produce such as fruits and veggies at your local farmer’s market can save you a lot of money and help you prepare healthy homemade meals.
Plan Your Meals
There’s a good reason why many people swear by meal planning. Planning your meals for the week is a great way to save money on grocery shopping because you’ll avoid buying unnecessary food.
Buying in Bulk
This is one of the most common and useful tips for saving money on groceries. Foods like pasta, rice, frozen fruits, veggies, and canned products can be stored for months, so buying them in bulk can really save you some money.
Cook More Often
Even though it takes some time, cooking your own meals is a great way to save lots of money. Eating out or ordering food is always much more expensive than we first think, plus homemade meals are way more healthy.
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]]>Veggies Instead of Meat
There are so many great alternatives to meat nowadays, but you can still use nutritious veggies like eggplant and mushrooms to replace it. Believe us when we say that although meat is incredibly tasty, there’s something about eating vegetables that just makes your body feel better.
Cashew Cream
Cashew cream is a great dairy-free and vegan-friendly substitute for anything from sour cream, to heavy cream, to ricotta cheese. You can easily prepare cashew cream at home and use it as a dip, spread, or for preparing creamy desserts, pasta, or soups.
Avocado
This nutritious fruit is well-known for its health benefits, so make sure to use it as a healthy substitute for butter, mayo, or even eggs when baking desserts such as muffins.
Dairy-Free Milk
There are so many dairy-free alternatives to cow’s milk such as soy milk, oat milk, almond milk, or coconut milk that are all super healthy and nutritious.
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]]>Red Peppers
If you’re looking for veggies that are great for improving skin health, red peppers are a perfect choice. This tasty veggie is a great addition to salads, sandwiches, and more.
Beets
Whether you choose to eat them roasted, boiled, or steamed, make sure to include beets in your diet because they’re one of the healthiest veggies, packed with fiber, iron, and antioxidants.
Pomegranates
Pomegranates are probably one of the healthiest red fruits you’ll find, and they’re super easy to add to diet because they’re delicious and very versatile.
Strawberries
This is the most beloved summer fruit that literally everyone loves. In case you’re not used to eating strawberries try to correct this mistake because they can make both savory and sweet dishes more healthy and rich.
Radishes
Radishes are super healthy and loaded with antioxidants, but are often overlooked. Make sure to add radishes to your salads and sandwiches, but you can also pickle this veggie or eat it raw with hummus.
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]]>Spinach Pasta
Preparing homemade spinach pasta dough is easier than it looks, and it’s the perfect way to add this healthy veggie to diet. Boil pasta and add some cheese and herbs for a healthy meal.
Broccoli Bites
Most people don’t like eating broccoli, but preparing these dreamy broccoli bites with cheese is certainly one of the best ways to eat this healthy veggie more often.
Pesto
Pesto is a delicious Italian sauce that you must keep in your fridge if you want to add more greens to your meals. Homemade arugula or basil pesto is so easy to prepare and you can add it to pizza, or use it as a spread or a dip.
Spinach Kale Soup
Kale is considered the healthiest leafy green and one of the most nutritious foods you can eat. That’s why making a creamy soup from spinach and kale is the best way to sneak these veggies into your diet.
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]]>Healthy Fats
Almond butter is a great source of healthy, unsaturated fats that are a key component in achieving heart health. Of the 8 grams of fat you’ll find in a tablespoon of almond butter, more than 7 of them are unsaturated, which will help you take control of your heart health.
Calcium
Surprisingly enough, almonds are a nut that is an unexpected source of calcium. You’ll get 10% of your recommended daily value of this bone-strengthening mineral with just two tablespoons of almond butter, easily plopped on a sandwich or oatmeal.
Vitamin E
The antioxidant Vitamin E is great for cell health and for eliminating toxic free radicals from your system. In just two tablespoons of almond butter, you will find nearly 30% of your recommended daily intake of this important health ally.
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]]>Not Enough Sleep
Studies have shown that lack of sleep can have significant impacts on metabolism, which is why getting enough sleep every night is important for maintaining a healthy weight.
I Exercise, Therefore I Eat
Most people think that just because they exercise on a regular basis gives them permission to eat whatever they want. Unfortunately, this is not true and we can’t fix a bad diet with workouts.
Weighing Yourself Every Day
Weighing yourself may motivate you to work hard on achieving your health goals, but if it starts affecting your mood then it’s definitely time to stop. Scales are not the only measure of success, because your mood, energy levels and food choices are more important.
Boring Diet
If you’re always eating the same foods and dishes, you’re likely to get bored of your diet pretty quickly. The best thing about healthy eating is that you can eat all foods in moderation, so make sure to always introduce new fruits and veggies to your diet and to look for new recipes.
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]]>Make Smart Swaps
When cooking, substitute ingredients that have empty calories with ones that are loaded with nutrients. This can include using low-fat dairy instead of full-fat or replacing red meat with lean protein.
Add More Produce
Get more fresh produce in your diet by adding more vegetables to dishes or having an extra serving of veggies on the side. Also, have a piece of fruit for dessert.
Choose Lean Protein
You don’t have to completely get rid of burgers and meatballs and spaghetti, from your diet. Just make them healthier by using poultry or plant-based options.
Adjust the Cooking Technique
Frying isn’t the only way to make things crispy. Invest in an air fryer, which doesn’t need oil, for a fried taste without the fat from oil.
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]]>Peanut Butter
If you’re making a shake that includes flavors like banana or apple, peanut butter is a great idea to add in to give your concoction a protein boost. Just one tablespoon of this food contains four grams of protein, enough for nearly 10% of the amount you should consume in a day.
Greek Yogurt
Most smoothie recipes use dairy, and the most protein-rich option that will boost the nutritional content of your drink is Greek yogurt. A cup of Greek yogurt typically includes about 10 grams of protein while being low in sugar, making it a healthy and Keto-friendly choice.
Flax Seeds
Flax seeds can be purchased in most speciality and health food stores and can be a great, flavorless addition that adds plenty of nutrients in a natural way. Each tablespoon of flax seeds packs about two grams of protein, a great boost.
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]]>Deli Meats
Processed deli meats have a lot of sodium nitrate that acts as the preservative, and this is also true for the low-fat versions, which means they aren’t significantly better for you. Because of this, deli meats can increase inflammation in your body and narrow the arteries.
Hot Dogs
Similarly, you should avoid hot dogs as much as you can. Hot dogs, sausages, and similar foods are typically high in saturated fats and salt. Too much salt in your diet can increase blood pressure and ultimately harm the heart.
Sugary Cereals
It’s important to be very careful when choosing breakfast cereal. There are many healthy kinds of cereal out there, but there are also countless sugary boxed cereals that aren’t great for your heart health. Many of them either contain too much-saturated fat or too much sugar (or both), so if you enjoy that type of food for breakfast opt for oatmeal and other natural products.
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]]>Beans
With 14 to 19 grams of fiber in a one-cup serving, beans are a great source of fiber. They’re also super versatile and easy to add to different meals such as salads, tortillas, sandwiches, and even smoothies.
Avocado
Apart from the fact that it’s loaded with healthy fats and vitamins, avocado is also packed with fiber. 1 cup of raw avocado contains 10 grams of fiber so make sure to eat more of this healthy fruit by adding it to your salads, smoothies, and other meals.
Popcorn
Corn is rich in fiber and so is popcorn, so eating this popular snack from time to time may not be as bad as we thought after all.
Nuts and Seeds
Chia seeds, flax seeds, pistachios, almonds, pecans, and other seeds and nuts are all packed with fiber and are super easy to add to a diet. Eat more nuts and seeds by adding them to your oatmeal, salads, and other tasty meals.
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