You don't have to be wealthy to eat healthy

Eating healthy is becoming more and more popular these days but some of us think we need alot of money in order to shop for healthy foods. I agree that some foods like fruits and veggies can be pricey, however if you are on a tight budget you an still eat healthy regardless. It's all about making wise choices. Farmers markets are great markets where you can buy healthy foods. There you can sometimes find great deals on produce than your neighborhood grocery store. When grocery shopping read food labels carefully. Check out the nutrition facts label on packaged foods. So your favorite food is high in vitamins. Great! But what if it's high in sugar or sodium? Take a look at the ingredients as well. This will let you know what's in the food you're buying. Are they healthy? Learning to read food labels will help you decide what to choose as part of a overall healthy diet. Substitutions and home cooked meals are other ways of eating healthy. e.g need to use egg whites in a recipe? Why not use fresh eggs and separate the yolks from the whites? Egg whites sold at the grocery store are pricey. Want to make mac & cheese with whole grain pasta? Just add wheat germ or flaxseed meal to your recipe if using regular pasta. Cocolate milk? Just add cocoa powder to milk. You can save yourself a few bucks if you are willing to maintain an overall eating plan by making smart choices.
Choose a variety of foods throughout the day so your body can get the neccessay nutrients it needs. Now that's eating healthy!