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Wednesday, May 22, 2013
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Sneaky Supermarket Schemes
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These displays can contain some of those healthy items on your list, but if they don't, then bypass the pretty display. Give the entire shelf a once-over when you shop, instead of simply grabbing the items at eye level. They tend to be the priciest and least nutritious items. Avoid free samples, too.
They may not hit your wallet, but they will hit your waistline. After all, how many times have you seen items available that are actually healthful? Grocers generally hand out convenience items or those on sale instead of more healthful options from the produce section or lean meat case. Really want a sample? Take one if the product is free of trans fats and added sweeteners.
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* Go a few extra steps beyond the "pretty" end-cap displays to be sure that you aren't paying more than the prices on the regular shelves.
* Get some exercise bending down to check for lower prices on the lower shelves or stretching up to check for lower prices on the higher shelves.
* Also, beware of the "giant, economy-size" packages of your favorite products. Sometimes the smaller-size packages may have the lower price when you compare the packages on a per ounce or per pound or per item basis.
* If possible, try not to go grocery shopping when when you - and the kids - are tired and hungry. Keep some raisins or dried apricots or granola bars in the car, and munch a small amount on the way to the store. Keep water in the car to help fill up empty tummies a bit, too. That way, you will arrive at the store with a little more energy, you'll spend a little less money, and you will consume a few less samples. Also, you will all arrive home in much better moods than if you have argued, over-spent, and over-eaten while at the store and during the trip home.
Now, give everyone an extra hug tonight and have a nice weekend!