It seems as if 2017 is all about “being healthy” and that’s one trend I hope never dies. Being healthy isn’t all that easy though, and as college students it’s definitely not the easiest on our bank accounts. Healthy food is usually organic or naturally grown, which means only one thing to us: PRICEY. So how do you eat healthy without breaking the bank you ask? Here are a few products I buy on the regular to stay healthy and keep my wallet happy!
Peanut Butter:
Peanut butter is one of my favorite spreads. It is loaded with nutrients like: Vitamin E, Potassium, Protein, Fiber and the good kind of fat (mono-saturated). It’s a great energy booster and is good for you if you have the recommended daily dosage of two teaspoons. Prices can range anywhere from $3-$10 depending on the brand.
Eggs:
Eggs are so good for you because of the Vitamin B, B12, D, and protein they contain. It’s an urban myth that egg yolks cause high cholesterol. Studies have shown that one egg a day is actually HEALTHY, not to mention a whole dozen of organic eggs only costs like $5. So heck yeah, bring on the eggs!
Baby Spinach:
No, not all forms of eating spinach are gross. Plus, baby spinach is super low in calories, but high in nutrients like iron, calcium, Vitamin A and C, and a great source of dietary fiber. In my opinion, organic vegetables are the best way to go if you really want to be healthy, BUT any way you can get your hands on some vegetables is better than nothing.
Here are some ways to really get the most for your buck with these healthy foods:
*Use peanut butter as a light spread over your wholegrain toast topped with a few slices of banana for breakfast.
*Top off some apples or celery sticks with a light spread of some PB for a quick and healthy snack
*Put a (tiny) scoop of peanut butter into a protein shake for an on-the-go meal
photo by: Nourished by Nutrition
*Add two eggs (yes, only 1 a day is ‘good’ for you but who cares?) with one mashed banana to make the best and EASIEST banana pancakes for breakfast.
*Hard boil an egg and chop it up into your salad for lunch to get greens and protein
photo by: Nicole Guerra
*Whip up an omelette and add some baby spinach
*Use baby spinach as the “lettuce” in your sandwiches or salads
* Cook it on a stove top for some warm spinach side
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Hope you enjoy these budget friendly, healthy foods as much as I do!
-Gaby