| The economy is in a downturn and many of you are | | | | selling their produce at certain times and at certain |
| looking for ways that you can squeeze 4 quarters | | | | locations. |
| from every dollar that comes through our hands. You | | | | I also found an organic blueberry farmer, who |
| want to eat only organic fruits and vegetables, but | | | | allowed people to pick their own blueberries. |
| eating all organic is too expensive for you at this | | | | Eating locally grown food is always the best, if you |
| time. | | | | can find it. |
| How can you eat organic when things are so tight | | | | Join a Co-op Group |
| and food is pricey? Here are some ways that you | | | | A co-op is a group that you can join by paying a |
| can save money and still eat organic. | | | | weekly or monthly fee. As a member you have |
| Buy Organic When Necessary | | | | access to a certain amount of produce each week. |
| If you think that purchasing all of your foods organic | | | | You usually get more than you would from the |
| is a must, then think again. Buying organic is great, | | | | supermarket, for less money. |
| but if you are on a budget, eating all organic can be | | | | Some co-op groups require that you devote a little |
| quite expensive. Is all organic necessary? No it is not! | | | | time helping the group too. You can do a search |
| There are 12 fruits and vegetables on the dirty | | | | online to find a co-op program in your area. |
| dozens list. If you purchase those fruits and | | | | Grow Your Own Food |
| vegetables that are listed on the dirty dozens list, | | | | Growing your own food is by far the best way that |
| then you should make sure they are organic. You can | | | | you can save money. Last year, I had my first |
| then purchase non-organic fruits and vegetables that | | | | garden ever and I am happy to report, that it was |
| are not on the dirty dozens list. This is a good way | | | | the most beautiful garden in the neighborhood. I was |
| to save money. | | | | very proud of the bountiful harvest. |
| Shop at Farmers Markets | | | | I saved quite a few dollars during the months of May |
| Farmers markets are great places to find bargains on | | | | - October. The most rewarding thing about my |
| fruits and vegetables. Farmers markets also have | | | | garden was that I was able to share healthy |
| more than just fruits and vegetables, so pay them a | | | | pesticide-free foods with friends and neighbors. |
| visit. You can find amazing deals and get more for | | | | Conclusion |
| your money than you would in your local | | | | There are many ways that you can save those 4 |
| supermarket. | | | | quarters from the dollars that you're working with. |
| I enjoy making my weekly trip to the, because I find | | | | Don't think that it is too expensive to eat healthy, |
| a lot of organic produce at great prices. And I do not | | | | because in actuality what you will find is that it is |
| buy all organic. During my most recent visit to the | | | | cheaper. |
| market, I found the hemp shake protein powder that | | | | The price you pay for eating healthy is way cheaper |
| I like for under $14. I was quite a happy camper! | | | | than any medical bill could ever be. Invest in your |
| Local Farmers | | | | health now, so that you do not pay the |
| Check your local newspapers to find local farmers in | | | | consequences later. |
| your area. Last year, I found an announcement in the | | | | Question for today: How do you save money on |
| paper that a few organic local farmers would be | | | | your grocery bill? |