How do you stretch your food dollars?
November 18th, 2013
Summary:
In this article they talk about making the most of your food stamps since the recent cuts to the program. One tip is just to go along the outer aisles of the grocery stores because that usually where they have cheaper items. Another helpful hint is to grow your own veggies even if you only have a small area to do so in. Cut meats are more expensive so buy the whole thing and also do as much scratch cooking as possible because premade foods costs more. Along with that cook, it's cheaper then going out to dinner. Another thing to consider is eat more foods that are high in protein because the keep you fuller longer. Also make a budget so you know how much to spend on food.
My opinion:
I really think these are some good money saving tips even for people who aren't on food stamps. This really helps to show that even with limited resources you can still stretch what you do have. I know that it will be hard with the lack of money now due to the food stamps cut but this way could be a little helpful. The impact if the cut was much bigger then most people probably thought. But I would also like to offer my own advise for money saving when in the grocery store: cut coupons because they're free money (but only for things you use) and for these people with cut benefits check out the local food bank. These tips are usual for anyone trying to save a buck.
I think this article makes a great point. Instead of demanding more money and food stamps, people who use them should shop smartly. In fact, most people who use their own money in the world do the exact same thing. Just because they don't need food stamps doesn't mean they don't look at prices and budget money. If people who use food stamps looked at those who don't, they would quickly realize that budgeting is a part of everybody's life, regardless of their financial situation.
ReplyDeleteWhether you are relying on food stamps or not, it is really important to always try to be a smart shopper. All of these tips could be applied to anyone when they shop. Be efficient with your money and get the biggest bang for your buck.
ReplyDeleteThis article made sense in my mind, although I don't understand why people would't be doing all of this if they were low on money. Although I do feel bad for the people that got money reduced but at the same time I feel that if you shop right you can stretch your dollars further. I know that my family uses a lot of the same tips that are in the article and although we don't receive food stamps.
ReplyDeleteI agree with you all. These tips will be helpful to us when we're in college. If you're looking for something that keeps you full longer, eat rice. Think about all the offer because you purchase anything. Doing so would save you some money for other things.
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