Low-cost, healthy foods to power you through tough economy
Low-cost food options to eat healthy
In tough economic times, families may struggle to put healthy foods on the table. FOX 26's Heather Sullivan spoke with Mary-Katherine, a registered dietician with H-E-B about low-cost, healthy options.
HOUSTON - Tough economic times can make it hard for many households to put healthy food on the table. Tight budgets and stress can leave many turning to highly processed, unhealthy foods instead.
We asked Mary Katharine Hutchinson MS, RDN, LDN with the H-E-B Wellness Nutrition Strategy Team to show us low-cost, healthy food options.
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Budget-friendly, healthy food options
Budget-friendly, healthy snack options
Registered Dietician Mary Katherine Hutchinson with H-E-B has some healthy snacking options if you're looking to grocery shop on a budget.
What you can do:
Here are some more tips to keep in mind:
- Legumes, such as beans, lentils, and chickpeas, are low-cost sources of protein and fiber.
- Frozen and canned fruits and vegetables are often cheaper and just as nutritious as fresh produce because they're frozen or canned right after being picked.
- Whole grains, such as brown rice, oats, quinoa
- Eggs. Despite egg prices being up, they're still a lower-cost protein option than many other types of meat, canned tuna, chicken, or salmon,
- Potatoes and sweet potatoes are versatile and filling and have vitamins and minerals.
The Source: Information in this article is from our interview with an H-E-B Registered Dietician.