5 Easy Ways to Save Money on Groceries 5 Ways to Save Money on Groceries

Monday, June 22, 2009

Why buy a Fooodsaver?


4 Easy Steps To Save Money on Groceries:



#1 - Read: Better Groceries for Less and learn how I save $50 or more on my groceries week after week.


#2 - Print: Free Grocery Coupons.


#3 - Subscribe to newsletter and feed: Recieve Free updates on how to save money on groceries in your Inbox.


#4 - Buy a Foodsaver to reduce the amount of food you throw away. I did and I save $50 or more per month by using a foodsaver alone.


It's that simple.





In a previous post we talked about which foodsaver model to buy, now let's talk about why buy a foodsaver?

Using a foodsaver is an easy way to save on groceries, you just using it and begin to save money.

I first found out about foodsavers about 10 years ago on an infomercial, it was quite pricey I felt at $199.99. However, if it worked as claimed and resulted in me saving money I felt it was worth the money. At the time I ate out alot so when I went grocery shopping, I figure about a 1/3 of it would go to waste. I am embarassed to tell you that I put about $50 or more of my hard earned money in the garbage each month without giving it much thought. Sure I hated putting the food in the trash, but it didn't dawn on me that I was actually throwing money in the garbage. DUH! Then I saw the foodsaver informercial and a lightbulb went off when I they pointed out how your are wasting money when you throw food in the garbage. When you think of throwing food in the garbage it not limited to uncooked groceries you let get moldy, it also includes leftovers you forget in the refrigerator. Money down the drain.

Now I use the foodsaver religiously, check out the benefits of having a foodsaver.

I am glad that I decided to buy a foodsaver because it has greatly improved the quality of my life. I no longer throw money down the drain which makes my cheap groceries even cheaper because very little goes to waste. The foodsaver is easy to use and much better than putting food in food storage bags with a vacuum seal and helps keep me organized by being stackable.

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Tuesday, June 2, 2009

Grocery Shopping: What Foodsaver Model is Right for Me?


Three Simple Steps To Save Money on Groceries:



#1 - Read: Better Groceries for Less and learn how I save $50 or more on my groceries week after week.


#2 - Print: Free Grocery Coupons.


#3 - Subscribe to newsletter and feed: Receive Free updates on how to save money on groceries in your Inbox.


It's that simple.






In a recent post, we talk about Foodsaver: Martha Stewart Endorsement. Read that post if you are unclear about what a foodsaver is and how it can save you tons of money.

This post will help you identify the best foodsaver model for you. Foodsaver comes in various shapes and sizes along with a variety of prices. The prices range from $87.35 to $158.35 and the higher the prices, the more automated the model. We will look at the top 3 models so that you can make more informed decision.

  1. Tilia Advanced V2490 FoodSaver Vacuum-Packaging System - This is the one of the cheaper models of the foodsaver priced at approximately $87.35. It is very efficient and provides the same commercial grade vacuum seal which is the only part of the sealing process which is automated. You will need to make sure you keep scissors handy to cut the storage bag and it fits conveniently it your kitchen cabinet. I am mentioning this because my kitchen is small so I need to always keep my kitchen cabinet as clear as possible and if this is one of your concerns you know what to expect.


  2. FoodSaver V3480 Vacuum Packaging System - This is a great counter top model which has an inside compartment for a storage bag roll and a built-in cutter so that you have everything at your fingertip to commence sealing. It also features handsfree sealing, canister and marinate mode. The kit includes an 11-inch roll, 3 quart-size bags and 2 gallon-size bags so you will not need to order anything separately.


  3. FoodSaver V3835 Vacuum Food Sealer with SmartSeal Technology - This model is the same as the V3480 except it is stainless steel and model V3480 is white.
Any model you order is a great value for the money.It is simply a matte making a purchasing decision based on you budget and the style of model. I personally recommend Tilia Advanced V2490 FoodSaver Vacuum-Packaging System even though it is one of the cheaper models because it offers the same features as the more expensive models such as handfree operation and canister mode without a great expense.

If you use a foodsaver consistently, it will pay for itself within 2-3 months depending on the amount of spoilage you were experiencing prior using the foodsaver. I noticed a dramatic deduction in 1 month of using the foodsaver consistently. The only time I experience spoilage now is if I don’t take the time out to store the food using a foodsaver.

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Monday, April 20, 2009

Grocery Shopping: Go Green Use Vinegar to Clean


Three Simple Steps To Save Money on Groceries:



#1 - Read: Better Groceries for Less and learn how I save $50 or more on my groceries week after week.




#2 - Print: Free Grocery Coupons.




#3 - Subscribe to newsletter and feed: Receive Free updates on how to save money on groceries in your Inbox..




It's that simple.





Did you know that vinegar is the original green cleaner? It is cheap, good for the earth and kills 99% of all bacteria including e. coli and salmonella. It is just as effective as bleach when disinfecting.

Are you worried that you home will smell like vinegar? Don't because the vinegar smell goes away as the vinegar solution dries. I mix in a spray brought bottle 1 part vinegar and 1 part water. For example, if I have a 16oz spray bottle, then I mix 8 oz of vinegar with 8 oz of water. Also, to further adapt to a greener lifestyle I reuse a spray bottle for a product I use to use to save money.


A bottle of 16oz vinegar for $1 at the Dollar store or as in
Are Wholesale Clubs Worth the Price of Membership where a 1.32 gallon or 5 liters of vinegar can be purchased for $5. That is a great price for a product with so MANY uses.


Why isn't vinegar listed as a cleaner? Heinz or any other company that manufacturers vinegar cannot list it as a cleaning agent unless it is first submitted to the EPA as a pestiside. They will not list it as a pestiside for obvious reasons.

In the book
Amazing Apple Cider Vinegar, all the uses of vinegar are identified along with proof that the infall the uses of vinegar are identified along with proof that the information has been verified and works.This book is invaluable because once I saw how good it cleaned, remembered how cheap it is and how green it is. I got very excited and wanted to see where else around the house I could save money and be green!

Green living is cheap, simple and eco-friendly.

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Wednesday, April 15, 2009

Save Money on Groceries: Top 3 Recommended Websites


Three Simple Steps To Save Money on Groceries:



#1 - Read: Better Groceries for Less and learn how I save $50 or more on my groceries week after week.


#2 - Print: Free Grocery Coupons.


#3 - Subscribe to newsletter and feed: Receive Free updates on how to save money on groceries in your Inbox.


It's that simple.




There numerous ways to save money on groceries and frugality in general. Everyone has their own perception on how to explain things or to get things done so it is always very interesting to hear what other people have to say about topics you are interested in. I want to share with you my favorite top 3 sites on frugality.


1) The Simple Dollar


2) The Frugal Law Student


3) fivecentnickel.com

Each of these sites talk about frugality in some shape or form. Whether they talk about saving money on groceries or offer life lessons about saving time because after all time is money.

Let me know what you think about these sites and whether or not you decide to subscribe to anyone of them.


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Tuesday, April 7, 2009

Grocery Shopping: 3 Secrets to using Weekly Sales to your Advantage


Three Simple Steps To Save Money on Groceries:



#1 - Read: Better Groceries for Less and learn how I save $50 or more on my groceries week after week.


#2 - Print: Free Grocery Coupons.


#3 - Subscribe to newsletter and feed: Receive Free updates on how to save money on groceries in your Inbox.


It's that simple.






Grocery Shopping is a daunting, but necessary task. However, planning ahead can save you time and money.

The 3 secrets are:



  1. Make a grocery list. A list helps you stay focused and prevents you buying unnecessary items. Try to buy items on your list only if they are on sale and you have a coupon for because it will give you a better value for your money and eventually all the items on your list go on sale.

  2. Obtain the weekly sales circular of your choice. Decide where you are going to shop because you don't want to go from store to store wasting time and money. Identify which store will give you a better overall value for you money.

  3. Save Money. Print Free Coupons Anytime.


  4. Use coupons. It sounds clique to use coupons, but coupons are underrated. Despite the fact that it takes time to collect them, they should be regarded as valuable as money. Why? Most grocery stores offer double manufacture coupons which means if you have a $.40 coupon the grocery store will reduce your cost by $.80 instead of $.40. This adds up especially if you are using coupons for your other items as well.

Using these tips will help you save time and money on groceries because you are using your time and resources effectively.


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Saturday, April 4, 2009

Save Money on Groceries: Recommended Reading

Here is a list of my favorite books about saving money on groceries and frugal living:




  1. 66 Ways To Save Money Today. The Ultimate Money Saving Tip Book. Money Saving Tips from Groceries to Gas. Your A to Z Tips.


  2. How To Save Money on Grocery Shopping


  3. Shop Smart, Save More: Learn The Grocery Game and Save Hundreds of Dollars a Month



Saving money on groceries is not just Grocery Food Coupons, although they do help.


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Tuesday, March 31, 2009

3 Ways to Sneak Fiber in your Diet


Three Simple Steps To Save Money on Groceries:



#1 - Read: Better Groceries for Less and learn how I save $50 or more on my groceries week after week.


#2 - Print: Free Grocery Coupons.


#3 - Subscribe to newsletter and feed: Receive Free updates on how to save money on groceries in your Inbox.


It's that simple.





As we discussed in the previous post 3 Benefits of putting Fiber in your Diet, our diet is heart healthy and helps up maintain our weight by keeping us full.

About a year ago, I started looking into ways I can maintain a healthy weight and train myself to eat healthy even on the go. This being said I discovered ways to incorporate fiber into my diet in healthy and convenient ways.







Here are the 3 Ways I Sneak Fiber into my diet:




  1. Legumes - All beans are an excellent source of fiber. However, most beans take a long time to cook except legumes. Legumes generally cook in 20 minutes and still offer the same high fiber content which is expected of beans. My favorite legumes are the lentil beans. I put them in dishes which are not traditionally fiber filled such as spaghetti, baked ziti, lasagna, etc. You won't even notice they are there because they take on the flavor of the sauce and meat.


  2. Apples - I like apples because generally they are inexpensive and easy to carry on the go so there is not excuse for not having a dose of fiber on the go.


  3. Nuts - Nuts can have the wrong types of fats so you have to be careful with them. You can incur unwanted weight gain. Generally speaking the healthy nuts which are good for you are walnuts and almonds. A handful for a snack is filling and nutritious.









These healthy high fiber foods are generally inexpensive especially if you shop at a wholesale club and always remember to watch your portions.

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