Hello Impact Family and Friends,
Confession time…Raise your hand if you’ve ever left your grocery list at home! (You can’t see me right now, but my hand is up!) It’s the worst, isn’t it?
You walk in, you see those big bright lights, and all of a sudden… your mind goes blank.
What were you here for again?
This is an excellent reminder of how the “magic” of a great shopping trip begins before you hit the store. It may seem mindless, but grocery shopping is an important life skill. Repeat after me, “Plan, Prepare, and Cook!” It plays a HUGE role in your results, health, AND bank account!
That’s why I’ve compiled a list of 9 Pro-Level Grocery Skills to help you make the most of your shopping trips.
9 Pro-Level Grocery Skills to Implement ASAP:
- Plan first, then make your list: Before you head to the store, scan your kitchen for what you have on hand. Make a meal plan for the week, using up any food about expiring. Then, make your grocery list, listing “like” items together for easier shopping.
- Shop the perimeter – but make produce your last stop: Hit the frozen foods, dairy, and meat sections before you add the most fragile products to your chart – fresh fruits, veggies, and eggs.
- Go seasonal + local: Choose fruits and veggies that are in season and are locally sourced – they usually are fresher and tastier. Plus, you’ll be supporting local farms.
- Buy in bulk (but only if it makes sense): Buying in bulk can save you money for non-perishable items you buy a lot (like oatmeal or rice). But if it’s something you don’t use often, it may expire before you can use it.
- If your grocery store has an app, download it: Snag some great coupons based on your shopping history and store maps to help you find items.
- Try store brands & shop sales: Store brands are usually the same quality as name brands but less expensive. Regarding sales, being flexible is the key – but like bulk items, don’t buy unless it’s something you’re going to use.
- Read food labels: Most items in your cart may not have a label because real “whole” foods don’t need them. For the ones that do? Read your labels.
- Unit pricing: Smart shoppers compare the unit price (e.g., per ounce or liter) of different items instead of the price per container. Sometimes those bigger boxes aren’t the deal they appear to be!
- Know the staff: Get to know the store’s fishmonger, butcher, and produce manager. They can steer you to great deals on the freshest food or suggest new items.
🎁 And here’s a bonus tip: be flexible and prepared to “pivot” your meal plan (and grocery list) based on in-store deals or what the store has on the shelves.
Because… sometimes the store will surprise you with a sale on Bing cherries or wild-caught sockeye salmon… and you HAVE to have it!
Committed to Your Success,
P.S. You’d be surprised at how the “little things” like changing how you grocery shop can add up to big results. At Impact MetroWest , we work on stacking these small changes weekly so you have the BEST chance of making them stick. Plus, we help you lose fat, build muscle, and feel amazing so you can LIVE YOUR BEST LIFE!
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