Healthy meals on a budget

A healthy diet doesn’t have to be expensive. Even in tough times, having a healthy balance of foods keeps you and your family active and happy.

Here are 3 super saver tips for eating well on a budget:

Getting Practical

1. Replace expensive fish like salmon with canned tuna or sardines
   
   
2. Buy frozen meat and vegetable items
   
   
3. Occasionally replace main meat dishes with tofu, taukwa or lentils

1. Plan before purchase
   Always check what you have at home and make a shopping list before heading to the supermarket. This keeps impulse buying at bay and helps you stay within your budget.

2. Stretch your supermarket dollar
   Choose house brands, bulk buying and freshly frozen food to supplement your family’s diet. Check out value deals in local foodstore advertisements. Buy local or seasonal produce, as imported foods are more expensive because of transportation costs.

3. Keep it fresh and be a creative cook!
   Food stays fresher and tastes better when stored correctly. When storing food in the refrigerator, keep raw meats in clean sealed containers and vegetables in the crisper drawers to retain freshness. And for a fun twist to cooking, try these fuss-free easy recipes here!

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