Store Tips
Something I should check for on the food package to make sure my food hasn't gone bad already
Expiration Date
When should I make a grocery list
Before I go to the store
A typically cheap fruit that is yellow
Banana
If I buy canned fruit should I buy ones packaged in corn syrup or water
water
Should I buy things that are on sale?
Yes
Should I go to the store hungry?
No
Should I try to remember everything I need or make a list?
Make a list
A cheap plant based protein option that is seen in a lot of Mexican cuisine
Beans
Too much of this food added to to my foods can lead to cavities and heart disease
added sugars
Does having a store rewards card give you discounts?
Yes
When should I go to the grocery store to avoid crowds?
Earlier in the day to avoid crowds going after work
This is a way to make sure I don't buy something I already have
Check my cabinets to see what I have
A way food can be preserved at peak freshness that can typically be cheaper
Frozen foods
In moderation this dessert is said to have health benefits
Dark chocolate
True or False: All grocery stores charge the exact same for similar foods?
False
This is something I can do in the store to make sure my produce won't go bad right after I buy it
Check for bruising or mold
These are things I should put on my list besides food
Other items you can get at the grocery store. (Hygiene products, Paper products, Cooking supplies, Pet foods, etc.)
When foods are in season they typically cost?
Less
Can I typically find healthier foods in the middle or outer ring of the grocery store?
Outer ring
Is store brand or name brand typically cheaper?
Store brand
A way to keep easy to squish items safe in my grocery cart
Place them on top
Can I make my grocery list any way I want?
Yes! whatever works for you is the best option
Which is normally cheaper preprepared foods for foods you make yourself?
Foods you make yourself
This nutrient helps our body function and helps food taste good, but too much can cause high blood pressure
sodium (salt)
A way to tell what item is cheaper based on weight or amount of an item
Unit price