Is Healthy Food Too Expensive? :

New research has highlighted three barriers to eating healthily; income, education level, and perceived price of healthy food.

Higher socioeconomic groups ate less fat, saturated fat and cholesterol and ate more fiber, fruits and vegetables, and had more calcium in their diet. ( source )

I would suggest that education is the single biggest barrier to eating a healthy diet. For many people - most nutrition education comes in the form of market-speak from food manufacturers.

The price of wholesome food is the subject of considerable debate. Many argue that they can source fruits, vegetables, and other whole foods at cheap prices. This comes from using farmers markets, bulk buying, or from other whole food stores.

The thing is, the supermarket became popular for a reason. Time and convenience: the one stop shop.

Anecdotally, I believe that certain healthier options (via the supermarket) are more expensive. Fresh fruit and vegetables, lean cuts of meat and poultry - are more expensive than white bread and poor-quality sausages (for example).

However, with enough education, it is possible to help balance the equation. Buying oats instead of high-priced sugary cereals (for example), buying produce in season, drinking more water instead of sweetened drinks, are just a few ideas.

Any more ideas for reducing the cost of healthier foods?

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