7 WAYS TO EAT HEALTHY ON A BUDGET

From your favourite smoothie to that superfood salad, eating well and keeping up with the latest healthy food trends isn’t cheap. Research shows eating healthily can cost three times the price of a less nutritious diet! But the good news is, nutritious options don’t have to break the bank. If you spend wisely, prepare carefully and waste minimally, you’ll be amazed how cheap it can be to eat well. Try these helpful hacks from top healthy foodies.

VARY YOUR PROTEIN SOURCES

Is one of the main costs(Michael Joseph, £22). ‘Lentils, finely chopped mushrooms and grated carrots work particularly well in mince dishes, for example, and a big stew can be bulked up with the addition of plenty of chopped vegetables, beans and the odd potato.’ Try choosing more plant-based proteins (such as nuts, seeds and legumes), free-range eggs or natural yoghurt and eat less meat and fish. ‘Buying less meat overall is not only potentially good for the environment, but can also save money,’ says Freer.