| | | If you've ever felt like eating healthy isn't possible for you because of the exorbitant cost of groceries, we hope that today's Q&A can help. | | Brooke Feehan is a health coach at Healthline sister brand Real Appeal, a weight management program that helps people set realistic goals for sustainable healthy habits. She has a Master's of Public Health with a focus in nutrition, and is a PhD candidate in psychology. Keep reading for Brooke's advice on how to stay nourished, despite soaring prices of groceries. | | | | | | | Hope this helps!
Ginger Wojcik
Newsletter Editor, Healthline |  | | Written by Ginger Wojcik
June 3, 2025 • 4 min read | | | |  | | | | Q: | What can I do to spend less money on groceries? | | | A: | Let's be honest. Groceries these days are getting pricey, and it can be tough to prioritize healthy meals while sticking to a budget. If you're anything like me and each trip to the store feels more expensive than the last, then here are some tips to help you shop within your means! - Shop sales: Many grocery stores run weekly sales, so looking at online coupons and print ads can help you save money in the long run. You can save even more if you're a rewards member at certain stores. Pro tip: Most rewards memberships are free!
- Shop around: It's OK — and often necessary — to stop at a few stores to get the best price! Different grocery stores run different sales and some may have better price markup structures.
- Shop in bulk: Many brands offer lower prices when purchasing bulk items. While the initial cost is higher, you'll get more product per dollar. Items such as beans, rice, pasta, and oats can all be purchased in bulk to help you save money! If you live near a wholesale store, like Costco, Sam's Club, or BJ's, these also offer discounts on bulk items; however, you'll need to purchase a membership.
- Make a list: Walking into a grocery store without a plan can cost you, especially if you're hungry! Sticking to a shopping list can help you stay focused while walking the aisles. For my family, we discuss what meals we want for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, check to see what we already have in the kitchen, and build our list from there. After planning our food, we check the house to see what items need restocking (cleaners, toilet paper, cat litter, etc.).
- Grow a garden: The weather is warming up where I live, and that means it's time for me and my daughter to plant our garden. For me, this is a fun way to spend time with loved ones and save money by growing my own produce. We try to stick to food we use frequently, like herbs (basil, rosemary, and thyme), tomatoes, and peppers, but the possibilities are endless. If you don't have a yard, no problem! Many herbs and microgreens can be grown indoors, on a windowsill, or on a balcony.
Buying groceries doesn't have to feel like a chore when you have a plan. Understandably, not everything will be perfect, and that's OK! At the end of the day, you know what's best for you and those who live in your home, and while these tips are helpful, they aren't an end-all-be-all. It's more than OK to make adjustments as you go! | | | | | Brooke Feehan, MPH, BS, NBC-HWC | | | Want to learn more about food, diets, cooking, or some other nutrition subject? Let us know at nutritionedition@healthline.com and we'll look into it for you! (Heads up, we may use your response in an upcoming newsletter.) | | | | | | | Bag it! | | | | |  | | Stasher Mega Bag | | These reusable silicone food containers are free from lead, latex, phthalates, BPA, and BPS. They're easy to wash and safe to throw in the dishwasher. In fact, they're even safe to use in the microwave and the oven, up to 425°F(~218°C). Imagine all the single-use baggies you could avoid using with a couple of these bad boys! | | | | Every product we recommend has gone through either Healthline's or Optum Now's vetting processes. If you buy through links on this page, we may receive a small commission or other tangible benefit. Healthline has sole editorial control over this newsletter. Potential uses for the products listed here are not health claims made by the manufacturers. Healthline and Optum Now are owned by RVO Health. | | | | | | | | | | | | | | What we're digesting | | 🪧 Symptoms and early signs of hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. These include heart murmurs, swelling, fatigue, and chest pain. | | 🍭 11 reasons why too much sugar is bad for you. For these reasons, try to keep added sugar to a minimum whenever possible. | | 🥬 Vegetarian foods that are loaded with iron. The daily amount required can also vary from person to person. | | 🏋️ Leg strengthening exercises for older adults. Learn about exercises that can help increase your muscle mass, improve balance, and reduce joint pain. | | | | | How did you feel about this newsletter? | | | | | Email nutritionedition@healthline.com with comments related to this newsletter or topics you'd like to see in future editions. The newsletter editors read every message that lands in our inbox — yes, really! We look forward to hearing from you. | | | | Until next time, |  | Take care of yourself, and we'll see
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