How to Save on Groceries in the Year of Inflation (2022) | Tips that *ACTUALLY* Work

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Sometimes it feels like we are being flipped upside down to shake out any loose coins with the HUGE increase at the checkout. I assure you with a little thought, mindfulness and these tips you can still save in your food budget.

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[selenadansfield]

I shop the sales, and stock up. I'd rather pay the lowest price, rather then whatever the price is that week. Study your circulars - you'll notice a pattern.

[Joyce-iddr]

Back in the 1960s (I know a long time ago) I spent 12 dollars a week for me and my first husband. He thought I was spending too much and decided to go with me and show me how to save. we got to the checkout and the bill was over 40 dollars!! He sure showed me! Just one of the many reasons I divorced him- thought he was always right and so smart. So yes I and my grown daughter go grocery shopping together to save gas but we are shopping for our own households.

[thebestwillow]

I love that show. They still air it here sometimes. I like to go grocery shopping first thing in the morning when it's super quiet and I can pretty much run down the aisles with my cart.

[angelwings]

In the UK you can self scan all your groceries while you walk round the store. It’s great!

[lindamcteer]

My husband is actually a pretty good grocery shopper so I like him to go with me to the grocery store. Great video, as usual.

[paulaspeak]

Another tip to avoid "impulse buys" and to stay on budget is to do grocery pickup. Order and pay online so you can actually see what you're spending as you add to cart. Plus it's convenient and not time consuming like in store shopping is and for mama's that work and are raising small children it's a game changer!

[amandateague]

I shop for the week and ordering to pick up has saved $$$. I do not impulse buy this way. The less trips to the stores saves $$$ too. Thanks for the tips. I have done the timer idea with my boys to se how quickly we can get out of the store.

[tressalewis]

We write a grocery list out in the order we find the items at our grocery store. We are co-op members and we shop there every time

[katherinerichardson]

Shopping alone is easier so you get what's on your list only BUT it is nice to have my husband along so he can understand why I shop for items. When other members in your family do not usually shop, they are unaware HOW MUCH things cost and how adding even a few items will add up quickly.

[marjiecleveland]

Yes, I watched Supermarket Sweep! I really liked it. Thanks for the great tips!

[lindab]

Great tips, Jennifer. Agree on finding the particular store in a chain that works for you. I have 22 Aldi's within a 10 mile radius. Luckily my favorite is also the closest. I LOVE to shop so I will never get down to less than once a week, but I'm a great planner (in my head - NOT a list-writer), and shop while planning around what's in season and on sale. Meat prices are what's getting me right now. I buy from a local farmer, and their costs have been going up quickly. To help we've started eating less meat, and really don't even notice it!! And yes, loved Supermarket Sweep!! I'm not good at quick shopping though. 🥵

[amymccarthy]

Ready to take the tips on board! 📝 😄 thank you

[alinewright]

I have my kitchen Inventory on my phone.
Fruits, vegetables & frozen proteins, cooked & uncooked.
Carbs Azo, Rice, Quinoa.
etc. I can meal plan so easily. Also see when I need to add to the shopping list or pass on a sale because I have enough.

[tanyadutton]

I used to love Supermarket Sweep! My son used to watch with me when he was growing up.

[barbaratozzano]

Ordering on line is nice because you can see what the total is as items are added. I also have the apps of the three main grocery stores in my area. I can check the sales flyer for sales, and then check the apps. to make sure it is really the lowest price.

[ailz]

My budget has stayed the same for the last 8 years, and I refuse to put it up, we just buy better and or cheaper

[thebestwillow]

So guilty of food shopping for my fantasy self. The result is lots of veg rotting in my fridge.

[MsPants]

I love supermarket sweep!!! 🛒 💨 Running around 100 miles an hour with those carts was sooo funny!!! Another Great video!

[bex]

Thanks for the great tips Jennifer 👍 I especially like the idea of writing headings for different sections of the supermarket- I try and put like items together but always end up having to go back on myself to get something I've forgotten so hopefully this will be a time saver and a money saver as if you re-visit an area there's more chance you'll see something else that you don't need but want so it'll help with possible impulse purchases 😉

[debratosch]

I am the only one in the store using a caulator. But I take cash so I don't go over my budget. I also go to up to 4 stores and get sale items.