Eating healthy on the cheap
A good list of cheap nutritious foods, each under $1.
A lot of people already know this but I am amazed at our Grocery Store just how many people seem to subsist on pre-manufactured foods and who do no cooking for themselves...
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The 20 Healthiest Foods for Under $1
The 20 Healthiest Foods for Under $1
Food prices are climbing, and some might be looking to fast foods and packaged foods for their cheap bites. But low cost doesn�t have to mean low quality. In fact, some of the most inexpensive things you can buy are the best things for you. At the grocery store, getting the most nutrition for the least amount of money means hanging out on the peripheries�near the fruits and veggies, the meat and dairy, and the bulk grains�while avoiding the expensive packaged interior. By doing so, not only will your kitchen be stocked with excellent foods, your wallet won�t be empty.
1. Oats
High in fiber and complex carbohydrates, oats have also been shown to lower cholesterol. And they sure are cheap�a dollar will buy you more than a week�s worth of hearty breakfasts.
Serving suggestions: Sprinkle with nuts and fruit in the morning, make oatmeal cookies for dessert.
2. Eggs
You can get about a half dozen of eggs for a dollar, making them one of the cheapest and most versatile sources of protein. They are also a good source of the antioxidants lutein and zeaxanthin, which may ward off age-related eye problems.
Serving suggestions: Huevos rancheros for breakfast, egg salad sandwiches for lunch, and frittatas for dinner.
3. Kale
This dark, leafy green is loaded with vitamin C, carotenoids, and calcium. Like most greens, it is usually a dollar a bunch.
Serving suggestions: Chop up some kale and add to your favorite stir-fry; try German-Style Kale or traditional Irish Colcannon.
Kale and Chard are two of my favorite greens. Like I said, most people should know this stuff but it's a good list for those who are looking to start cooking.
Posted by DaveH at July 12, 2008 8:07 PM