My 20 strategies to save money at the grocery store.
Inflation and supply chain issues have put grocery prices at an all time high. The prices of many products have doubled, which has make people not be able to afford their favorite groceries. There is one way to combat these rising prices and it is through being frugal.
Frugality is the best weapon to save money at the grocery store and the good news is that all we have to do is make small changes in our lives to save money.
I keep my grocery budget under $200 a month while buying healthy and nutritious foods. In the last few years I have learned many different ways to save money that help me cut my grocery expenses without sacrificing high quality foods. In this video I share 20 grocery saving hacks that save me thousands of dollars a year on my grocery bill.
1. Don't underestimate the pennies
When you go to the grocery store set out to save money at small levels like 10 cents on a can of beans or 50 cents on a loaf of bread. All the pennies will add up at the end of the trip.
2. Understand the difference between a want and a need
A want is things that do not nourish your body like ice cream and candy. A need is something that does nourish your body like fruits. If you are on a budget, start cutting out your wants to save money.
3. Know which stores sell the cheapest stuff
Not all grocery stores have the same prices. Go to different stores to see who has the cheapest prices and shop at those stores.
4. Don't fall for packaging
Sometimes if an item is in a shiny package it could cost 4 times as much, but the only real difference is the packaging. Don't think that since something is in a nicer package it is better because it normally just means it costs more money.
5. Ditch single use items
Items like paper towels, napkins, and plastic bags are a waste of money. You do not need these items and can find reusable alternatives to save money.
6. Only grocery shop once a week
If you grocery shop multiple times a week you will spend more money on gas and buy more foods. Limit shopping to once a week.
7. Portion things correctly
Things like laundry detergent you need to measure them out correctly. You might be wasting money by using too much.
8. Use grocery store apps
Most grocery stores have apps that offer a lot of different savings. Download the grocery store apps to save money.
9. Don't go to the expensive grocery stores
Just because a store looks nice on the inside does not mean that it is better. Don't spend more money because of atmosphere.
10. Buy in bulk
Buy higher quantities of things like toilet paper to save money. When you buy a higher quantity you will spend less.
11. Buy generic brand instead of name brand
Generic brand is 20% cheaper than name brand items and the main difference is usually just the packaging.
12. Eat less meat
We consume too much meat in the United States that it is bad for our health and wallets. Eat less meat and you will save money.
13. Don't buy trimmed meat
Most people only buy boneless and skinless cuts of meat. Take a couple minuted to trim the meat yourself and you will save a lot of money.
14. Eat less desired parts of meat
Chicken breast is the most expensive cut of meat, but if you buy other cuts like the legs or thighs you will save money.
15. Buy frozen fruits and vegetables instead of fresh
Frozen produce is much cheaper than fresh because they do not need to rush it to the grocery store. If you want to be healthy on a budget choose to buy frozen instead of fresh.
16. Freeze food before it goes bad
If you cannot eat something, put it in the freezer before it goes bad and eat it later. You won't waste the food and you will save a lot of money.
17. Refrigerate fruits and vegetables
Fruits and vegetables last a lot longer in the fridge than on the counter. Put them in the fridge so they last longer.
18. Pay with a credit card
If you have the self control to pay off the balance, credit cards offer cash back on purchases. Pay with a credit card and it will add up to hundreds of dollars a year.
19. Don't slack on the healthy foods
Don't try to save money by not buying healthy foods. You will pay more later with high medical bills. Buy healthy foods to prevent becoming unhealthy.
20. Don't have kids
Just kidding...but less mouths to feed.