The Price of Convenience Foods

price of convenience foods

I can remember laughing when packaged salad first appeared on grocery store shelves years ago. It seemed crazy. Who would pay a premium price for chopped up lettuce in a bag? Apparently, almost everyone is willing to pay a premium price for chopped up lettuce in a bag. The packaged salad industry is booming judging … Read more

10 Whole Foods and Their Amazing Benefits

10 Whole Foods Amazing

Processed food has risen into popularity. Life is fast paced and more people opt for restaurants rather than cooking and eating at home. Unrealized, this trend has caused our health to slowly deteriorate. If you want to get the best out of life, being mindful of what goes into your body will surely pay off … Read more

Your FREE Personal Organizer for April

to do list for april

Did you know that planning ahead is an essential money saving tool? Planning ahead allows you to save time and money (and your sanity)! The Budget Diet girl (a.k.a. your free personal organizer) is here again with a checklist to help you plan ahead for April. Personal Organizer for April   Check Your Calendar Check … Read more

22 Uses for Baking Soda

uses for baking soda

That humble yellow box of baking soda works magic on more than just chocolate chip cookies! Baking soda is an odor-neutralizer, a gentle abrasive and an amazing natural non-toxic cleanser. So…the next time you’re at the grocery, grab a few boxes for less than $1 and get to work! Uses for Baking Soda 1. Freshen … Read more

DIY Lunchables: Cheaper and Healthier

Do you pack your child’s lunch for school? If so, purchasing Lunchables may be pretty tempting to you – it’s already put together and ready to pack, so it’s super convenient. However, they’re also pretty expensive (the large size that includes a drink and snack are nearly $4 at my local grocery store) and they … Read more

How to Save Money on Gifts for All Occasions

We all love to give our family members and friends gifts for their birthdays, holidays and other special occasions. However, when you’re trying to save money, finding the perfect gift and staying within your budget can be a daunting task. Check out these helpful tips to save money on gifts for all occasions! Offer a … Read more

Recycling and Flipping: Having a Beautiful Home and Saving Money

Today more than ever, folks are interested in turning their homes into sanctuaries; beautiful spaces filled with fantastic items where they can unwind, de-stress and just enjoy family. However, making our spaces look just the way we want them to can be expensive, especially if you have a taste for luxury items. Recycling and “flipping” … Read more

Let’s Do Lunch – The Frugal Alternative

“Let’s get together for lunch and catch up.” “Let’s do lunch sometime.” “Why don’t we go out for lunch.” Getting together with friends for lunch seems to be the default activity for many woman. Why is that? Could it be because we can’t think of anything else to do? If lunch dates with your girlfriends … Read more