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by LISA FREEDMAN
We all need to eat and food can really add up! To help you out, we’ve rounded up some of our very best money-saving tips.
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It’s almost always cheaper.
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Sticking to it helps prevent impulse purchases.
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On packaged goods, there’s almost no nutritional difference.
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Lentils, beans, rice or pasta get more portions and more mileage on meals.
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A food item’s appearance and smell are better indicators of its safety.
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And your fridge and freezer, before you go to the store.
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Buy if you can reasonably use up (or freeze) everything in a pack.
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You’ll be less likely to panic and order takeout.
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Label and date everything, then go back to see what you have.
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It costs 20 to 30 percent less than the fresh versions.