Sure, you might pop into the grocery store for just a few essentials but by the time you reach the checkout, your wallet feels a whole lot lighter. Let’s talk about why that happens. What you buy is important—but so is how you buy it. Here’s a look at ten everyday grocery items that might be costing you more than you realize.
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Pre-cut Fruits and Vegetables
Starting off, we have those pre-cut fruits and veggies. They’re super handy when you’re in a rush, although you’re usually paying way more for them. The next time you’re shopping, compare the prices. A whole head of lettuce is half the price of a bag of chopped lettuce—do it yourself & save the cash.
Prepared Meals
It’s not just pre-prepared fruits & veg, though, as prepared meals save time but not money. You might spend $8 on a single serving that you could cook at home for half that. Is it really worth it? We don’t think so. It’s bad for your wallet & for your health so stick to making meals yourself at a reduced cost.
Brand Name Spices
Go for store-brand spices instead of those fancy ones because they taste the same and do the same job in your cooking. But check out the price difference—you could save a couple of bucks just like that. For example, you might pay $5 for a small bottle of paprika and only $2.50 for the store brand.
Gluten-Free Products
If you don’t actually need to avoid gluten then you should think twice before grabbing gluten-free products. They often cost a lot more than the regular versions, with some grocery stores charging three times the price for gluten-free bread. It’s worth thinking about whether it’s a necessity or just a nice-to-have.
Organic Produce
We’d all like to avoid unnecessary chemicals, wouldn’t we? Sadly, organic produce costs a pretty penny more than the regular stuff and the difference is usually negligible. The price difference can be up to 50%! Instead, you should weigh up whether those extra dollars make sense for your budget & health.
Single-Serve Snacks
Just look at the price per ounce of those single-serve snack packs—they’re a lot more expensive than the big bags. Really, you’re overpaying for the convenience of those little packages. You’re better off buying a larger pack & dividing it into portions at home. It could save you quite a bit!
Specialty Cheeses
Who doesn’t love a good cheese? Unfortunately, specialty cheeses can really empty your pockets as you might end up paying $20 per pound for a fancy cheese. When you can get some cheddar for $5 per pound, it’s worth saving the gourmet stuff for special occasions and sticking to regular otherwise.
Energy Drinks
Energy drinks can cost quite a bit. Sure, each can might only be around $3 but if you’re getting one every day, that’s a big chunk of change each month. Perhaps you should brew some coffee at home for a cheaper kick—or better yet, go to sleep on time so you won’t need any stimulants to keep you awake!
Gourmet Coffee Pods
Speaking of coffee, have you ever checked the price per cup for gourmet coffee pods? They can usually cost you a lot more than buying regular ground coffee or beans. For example, a single pod can cost up to a dollar, whereas a cup from a bag of coffee might only set you back about fifteen cents. Cut back on the spending but not the caffeine.
Exotic Fruits
Of course, fruits like dragon fruit or passion fruit look exciting & are delicious yet their price isn’t so tasty. These fruits often cost much more than local fruits. You should treat yourself to getting them once in a while instead of making it a regular thing. Plus, this way, it’ll be more exciting when you do eat them!
Disclaimer: This list is solely the author’s opinion based on research and publicly available information.
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