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Grocery Store Steals and Tips

How to Eat Right and Save Too!
-- By Liz Noelcke, Staff Writer

Deciding to have a baby is one of the biggest financial committments that you'll ever make. And if you're on a budget, trying to save a little cash, eating healthy can be frustrating. What you need is help finding some grocery store steals and tips. An important part of maintaining a healthy diet throughout your pregnancy and after is being supermarket savvy. At times, eating the nutritious stuff can cost a little more than the unhealthy foods you might consume, so it's important to know how to get the most out of your buck when you stop at the store. Here are some tips on how to save:

Plan your meals out for the week. You'll be more likely to avoid impulse buying. Chances are, if you do succumb to spur-of-the-moment shopping and cravings, you'll not only add to your bill, but also make selections that aren't the healthiest. Plus, if you have a plan for each night, you'll be less likely to spend money at a restaurant.

Glance up and glance down! Manufacturers actually pay more to have their food placed at eye level, and such products are often pricier than other brands. Better deals will probably be found above and below eye-level shelves. To save money, all you have to do is look.

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Member Comments About this Article
"Right now, i just buy what I can eat....it's been hard to decide what I want until I get there. So what I do is I go to the grocery store on my lunch hour and pick what sounds good at the time. Plus I look for sales. The Fruit in Season idea is a plus with me too!" -- JULEESUZ
"Thanks for tips........" -- RANJANAPATHAK
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Liz Noelcke
Liz is a freelance writer, specializing in health, fitness, and nutrition.
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