But, it turns out, in order to buy a house, you need money. And lots of it. And so, we have set out on the ambitious quest to save one of our whole salaries for the next year in order to reach our down payment goal. In going through our goals and budget, we thought long and hard about what was important to us, and what we could cut. Cable TV? Cut. Extra data on our phones? Cut. Eating healthy, real food? Absolutely NOT cut. So, how do you do this on a budget? The benefits of eating real food far outweigh the one and only con: it is more expensive. With an emphasis on eating organic produce, choosing grass fed, high quality meats, and eating fresh ingredients, the costs can add up. But, with a few organizational tips, it is absolutely possible to stick to a low budget and still eat clean, unprocessed meals. The five ways we keep tabs on our grocery budget are: Here is my very first, homemade infographic with all the info you need! Do you have any other tips for eating healthy on a budget? I’d love to hear them in the comments section below!
