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NUTRITION
NEWSLETTER
May 2008
Healthy Eating on a Budget
It’s belt-tightening time, that is, time to save money without ruining
our waistline or health. Food prices are rising, cutting corners
doesn’t have to mean eating unhealthy. Here is how you can save
money and your health without breaking the bank.
- Make
a Grocery List—
Before you leave the house take inventory of your kitchen and make a
list of the staple items that you will need. Stick to the list,
this will prevent impulse buying. And never go to the store
hungry!
- Eat
Lower on the Food Chain—
This means eat less meat. Which doesn’t mean you have to become a
full-fledged vegetarian. Introduce vegetarian sources of protein
into your diet; legumes, nuts and seeds are a lot cheaper than buying
meat. In addition, buy whole grains, fruits and vegetables to
round out your diet. You’ll be healthier for it.
- Shop
at the Farmers Market—
Although some produce at the farmers market may seem to cost more than
at the grocery store, what you get in freshness and quality can save
you money in the long-run. Produce from the farmers market will
keep longer than grocery store produce. Buy the freshest produce
to avoid wasting money on produce that goes bad quickly. If you
plan to cook the food right away, Asian markets are a great find for a
wide variety of inexpensive produce.
- Buy
Bulk Foods—
Check out the bulk food aisle of your grocery store. Rather than
buying name brand pre-packaged foods, buying from the bulk food bin can
save you money. You can buy as much as you need and may discover
some new items to try.
Sheri
can help you create grocery lists to stock your kitchen with quick,
easy meals and snacks. To find out more about eating lower on the
food chain, how to pick the freshest produce, or tips on buying bulk
foods, contact Sheri. Take a grocery store tour with Sheri to
find out how to stretch your food dollars.
Nutrition
in the News: Careful with the caffeine, especially if
you’re pregnant. New research has found that women who consumed
three or more cups of coffee doubled their risk for miscarriage.
Be safe, limit yourself to no more than one 12-oz (tall) coffee per day
if you’re pregnant. Watch out for other sources of caffeine and
eat a healthy diet too.
Sheri is a certified nutritionist
with a master's degree in nutrition, 8+ years of clinical counseling
experience and is also an ACE-certified personal trainer.
Schedule an appointment with
Sheri Mar to address all nutritional issues related
to health and wellness.
Most insurance plans are accepted.
Free introductory 15-minute appointments are also
available.
To schedule an appointment with Sheri Mar, call 206-789-6440, or email info@eatwellbefit.com
Sheri is the co-author of the Healthy
Bride Guide, a book on fitness
and nutrition.
Do you have a nutrition topic for the month?
Email your suggestions to info@eatwellbefit.com
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