lystn

The Frugal Friends discuss FOOD! Jen and Jill turn to the internet to see what others have to say about saving money on food, reducing waste, and still maintaining a healthy diet. Of course, the organic debate does come up; but thank you Aldi for not polarizing us!

Notable Notes

• What the internet has to say
  • Root and Revel Article
  • In this article, Kate lists 30 ways to save money and eat healthy on a budget. Included is the 'cheat sheet' on where to prioritize purchasing organic, how to make your own condiments, and resources to buy and support local agriculture. 
    • What Jen and Jill have to say
      • Buy food, use food
      • Reduce animal product consumption
      • Disagree with meal kit delivery service one
      • Drink water! It's good for you!
  • Sustainable Baby Steps Article
  • This writer argues that healthy food does not have to be expensive, and gives a strong case for why eating smart only appears to cost a lot of money. A long list of cheap, healthy food is given, and links to recipes are provided. 
    • What Jen and Jill have to say
      • Sustainable baby steps show you save money with whole foods but you pay in time
      • The list of healthy and inexpensive snacks and foods is a winner!
      • Learning how to cook, and the flavors you enjoy is key to embracing food the frugal way
• The Organic Debate
  • THANK YOU Aldi!
• BILL OF THE WEEK 
• Wrap Up
  • Eating healthy is cheaper, but you pay in time and taste (unless you learn how to cook!)
  • Budget your time (i.e. meal prep)
  • Improve taste; research & practice makes perfect