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Make a Date
That’s right…Mark your calendar for trips to the market. When shopping isn’t scheduled, you’re likely to find yourself staring at an empty fridge and going for the easy option of eating out or grabbing take-out. Recent studies show that shopping every few days (instead of in bulk) cuts waste and helps you eat healthier and fresher foods, so go frequently!.
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Make a List
Jot down a list of food items ahead of time in order to stay focused and ‘on task.’ Sneaking in a couple “extra items” will be ok once you’ve got your basics down! The Healthy Eating Pyramid from The Nutrition Source at the Harvard School of Public Health is a good place to start for nutrition ABCs: http://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/what-should-you-eat/pyramid/index.html.
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Shop “Around”
Shop the perimeter of the grocery store and fill your basket with items that are fresh (they will spoil) to ensure that choices are nutritionally dense and not full of preservatives and chemicals.
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Think Rainbows
Buy your fresh fruits and vegetables in a rainbow of colors. This wide spectrum of colors contains different health boosting anti-oxidants, vitamins, and minerals which helps to boost health and protect from chronic disease and illness.
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Hot Trend: Coupons
Yes, saving money at the store is a necessity for most of us these days. Look in your local paper or online at www.mambosprouts.com for money saving coupons. Believe it or not, it makes a difference!
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