15 tips to save, when buying food in the supermarket
Here are 15 tips to help you save money on food when shopping at the supermarket:
- Make a list before you go shopping and stick to it.
- Buy in bulk, but only if you know you’ll use the food before it goes bad.
- Use store brands or generic products instead of name brands.
- Buy seasonal produce, which is often cheaper.
- Look for sales and use coupons.
- Buy meat in bulk and freeze it.
- Plan your meals around what’s on sale.
- Shop at discount stores or ethnic markets.
- Buy only what you need and avoid impulse purchases.
- Consider growing your own fruits and vegetables.
- Buy items that are on the verge of going bad at a discounted price.
- Buy frozen fruits and vegetables instead of fresh.
- Avoid pre-cut and pre-packaged produce, which is usually more expensive.
- Don’t shop when you’re hungry, as you’ll be more likely to buy unnecessary items.
- Consider buying a cow or pig and dividing the meat with friends or family. This can save money in the long run but requires a larger upfront cost.
