It's absolutely true — purchasing grass-fed, organic, pastured, free-range, or hormone-free animal products cost more. The good news is that most Americans eat more meat than they need to. Buying more expensive, but better quality meats but eating less of them is an exceptional way to balance the costs.
2. Buy local food.
Be sure to travel to your local farmer’s market ASAP. Ask farmers how they grow their foods — sometimes they are only minimally sprayed (or not at all), but the expenses of organic certification is too much.
If there is produce you want to buy in bulk (so you can preserve it), make sure to see if local farmers will give you a discount for bulk purchases.
3. Stay away from fake food!
While it may seem like some processed foods are cheaper, the rip off is the lack of nourishment they provide.
Empty calories leave us clamoring for real food. However, when one spends money on real, whole, organic and fresh foods, we also find that we shift our old ways of food shopping.
Many processed foods can be replicated in the kitchen for much cheaper. Things like frozen pancakes, television dinners, baked goods, or prepackaged children's lunches can be easily made in your kitchen for less. Other processed foods can simply be carved out of your diet, like candy, chips, and soda.
Each person and family must make prudent financial choices. Small changes in the way we feed our families can help us find that perfect spot between staying responsible with our budgets, and feeding ourselves and our families healthy, organic and necessary foods.
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