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As grocery stores move towards digital pricing, savvy shoppers are finding new ways to secure discounts. By setting alerts in apps and scanning barcodes regularly as well as joining social media and couponing groups they keep a keen eye out for time-sensitive offers that may appear. If you want to maximize savings, shop on Wednesday afternoons. By then, perishable items should have been replenished and you’ll have a head start on other smart shoppers in terms of stock availability. Meat Many stores are transitioning away from traditional markdown stickers with digital price tags that update in real-time and offer real-time

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Many Americans do not meet protein recommendations, yet adding more protein into your diet doesn’t need to be expensive. Eggs, Greek yogurt, canned fish and legumes such as beans and lentils offer some of the least costly per-gram proteins available. Try mixing hard-boiled eggs into rice bowls or tossing them into wraps or salads, keeping a bag of frozen chicken strips or hard-boiled eggs handy when you need a protein boost. Whole Grain Pasta Most Americans do not consume enough whole grains. By increasing our consumption of these foods, we can benefit from additional fiber, B vitamins, iron and protein

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Locating items sold below cost at retailers can save you a bundle – think rotisserie chicken at Costco, or buying two cereal boxes simultaneously on sale for one price. By regularly perusing the weekly ad, familiarizing yourself with sales terminology, and creating lists based on offers you can shop like an expert while simultaneously protecting your wallet! 1. Look for the hottest deals. Stores are constantly trying to entice shoppers in with deals and limited-time sales, but you can beat their tactics and save money by knowing what to look out for when shopping. From loss leaders to paying with

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Although many shoppers cling to name brand products, there can be many advantages to purchasing store brand items instead – including cost savings, quality and taste benefits. When making decisions between store brand and name brand products, it’s essential to examine their ingredients. While you might be able to detect some differences easily, others might require closer examination. 1. Price Store brand products tend to be significantly less costly than their branded counterparts, particularly for items like condiments and canned goods where name brands may cost significantly more. Price alone may not always justify switching to generic. If unsure, conducting

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Consuming fresh and nutritious produce year round is key to healthy eating; however, maintaining an ideal diet of fruits and vegetables may prove challenging when those foods are out of season. Eating seasonal ingredients has many advantages, from lower prices and greater availability of fresh flavors to providing you with a sense of connection with your local environment. Plus, seasonal food usually has higher vitamin and mineral contents than those that travel long distances for consumption. What to Look For Many fruits and vegetables reach their optimal flavors, nutrition and value during their seasons of harvest, not to mention freezing

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