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Controlling your spending is hard to do. On every episode of Frugal Friends, we'll try to help you gain a little more control on one aspect of the countless directions your money is being pulled toward through frugality and a few laughs. If you're trying to save money, spend less, adopt minimalism, pay off debt or reach financial independence, we think you'll like the show.

The Frugal Friends discuss FOOD! Jen and Jill turn to the internet to see what others have to say about saving money on food, reducing waste, and still maintaining a healthy diet. Of course, the organic debate does come up; but thank you Aldi for not polarizing us!

Notable Notes

- Root and Revel Article
- In this article, Kate lists 30 ways to save money and eat healthy on a budget. Included is the 'cheat sheet' on where to prioritize purchasing organic, how to make your own condiments, and resources to buy and support local agriculture.
  - - Buy food, use food
    - Reduce animal product consumption
    - Disagree with meal kit delivery service one
    - Drink water! It's good for you!
    What Jen and Jill have to say
- Sustainable Baby Steps Article
- This writer argues that healthy food does not have to be expensive, and gives a strong case for why eating smart only appears to cost a lot of money. A long list of cheap, healthy food is given, and links to recipes are provided.
  - - Sustainable baby steps show you save money with whole foods but you pay in time
    - The list of healthy and inexpensive snacks and foods is a winner!
    - Learning how to cook, and the flavors you enjoy is key to embracing food the frugal way
    What Jen and Jill have to say
What the internet has to say
- THANK YOU Aldi!
The Organic Debate
BILL OF THE WEEK
- Eating healthy is cheaper, but you pay in time and taste (unless you learn how to cook!)
- Budget your time (i.e. meal prep)
- Improve taste; research & practice makes perfect
Wrap Up

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