Budget to Eat Healthy

With everything going on in the economy today, it's easy to get discouraged. Prices on everything from food, clothing, utilities, and insurance to fuel, rent and mortgage payments keep going up with no end in sight. If you find yourself in a tight spot, it can be a challenge to know where to make adjustments. In the food realm, it might be tempting to buy more processed foods to try and reduce the grocery bill. But, the negative impact of adding junk food back into the diet can be devastating to the waist line and our health goals. Plus, ultra-processed foods can adversely affect our mood and mental capacity. What we need is a strategy. Instead of buying cheaper ultra-processed foods that come with their share of health related risks, use it as an opportunity to bring some new dishes to the menu. Roasts in the slow cooker or soups, stews, and chili can serve a lot of people for very little expense and the more you make, the more you have for leftovers. Yes, leftovers! If you love soups, you know that leftover soup and stew nearly always tastes better the next day. Why? Because the flavors have a chance to combine and balance out in the refrigerator. Another great thing about soups is the opportunity to reduce waste by making use of leftover meats and veggies in the fridge. Start with a good quality base of stock or bone broth, and you'll have a foundation that accommodates a variety of soups and stews. 

A word about bone broths. These are easy to make at home with a little guidance. We also have everything you need to make your own in our store. Use a variety of grass-fed and pastured bones to ensure quality and nutrition. Add our Broth Seasoning Mix and you're on your way to a mouthwatering broth. For more ideas, check out these resources on our Discover Wellness Blog:

Lots of Recipes for Broth and Benefits

Lots of Budget Recipes and Shopping Tips

Five Ways to Save Big on Healthy Foods

All the Best,  Team USWM