One of the main reasons a lot of people don't eat healthier is because they believe that healthy food is too expensive. There are few of us who don't have to stick to a tight budget every month, yet it's entirely possible to feed your family healthier meals without breaking the bank. In my household we eat a pretty healthy diet, despite the fact that I spend about 1/3 of what the national average is on groceries. According to the USDA, as of January now, the cost of food at home for a family of four just in one week is over $240!
I'm not an extreme couponer, nor do I grow my own food, and I don't particularly like making everything from scratch. Instead, I've found simple ways to cut back on the grocery budget while still providing my family with healthy meals. One of my favorite places to shop is the 99 Cent Only Store. Although they now have many items that are over 99 cents, they can still be a good bargain. However, I stick solely to items that are a dollar or less. This makes it much easier to stick to my budget. This store even …
