daily walk around campus<\/a> is a step towards a healthier lifestyle.<\/p>\nEating well on a budget<\/h2>\n
Now onto food! Here are some of the things I do to stay healthy without spending loads.<\/p>\n
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1. Use too good to go<\/h3>\n
I can\u2019t stress this enough. So many times my housemates have come home with a week\u2019s worth of groceries for as little as \u00a35. Aldi is a partner and offers bags of fruit and veg for around \u00a33.59 – you really don\u2019t need to spend a fortune to get your five a day.<\/p>\n
2. Batch cook (and freeze!)<\/h3>\n
I\u2019m still trying to master it myself, but most of the time when food goes to waste for me, it\u2019s because it\u2019s expired. Don\u2019t be afraid to freeze things – that\u2019s the first step to saving money.<\/p>\n
3. Do your research<\/h3>\n
A lot of people jump into \u201chealthy eating\u201d without knowing much about it and end up spending loads on foods like steak or salmon, which aren\u2019t essential and can be expensive.\u00a0It\u2019s also important to research what nutrients you personally need, everyone\u2019s goals are different. And don\u2019t be afraid to try supermarket own brands; nine times out of ten, you can\u2019t tell the difference.<\/p>\n
4. Compare prices<\/h3>\n
Check supermarket websites to compare prices and stick to the cheapest option. I once realised I was paying 40p more in one shop than another for the exact same product.<\/p>\n
Honourable mention: Shopping lists<\/h3>\n
So many times I\u2019ve gone into a shop with no plan and spent way more than I needed to. This ties in with researching your goals before diving in headfirst.<\/p>\n
A quick, budget-friendly dinner recipe<\/h2>\n
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Here\u2019s a recipe I made recently:<\/p>\n
Ingredients:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- \n
Chicken breasts<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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Tortillas (wholewheat, corn or protein – whatever suits your goals)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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Black beans<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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Bell peppers (optional)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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Cheese (lower-fat versions work too)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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Tomato sauce<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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Avocado (optional)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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Cilantro (optional!)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Method:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- \n
Preheat the oven to around 190\u2013200\u00b0C.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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Cook the chicken, then add everything into one pan (tomato sauce, peppers, beans, etc.).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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Spoon the mixture into the wraps and roll them up.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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Place the enchiladas into a baking dish and spread extra tomato sauce over the top.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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Grate cheese on top and put them in the oven.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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Bake for 20\u201330 minutes, keeping an eye on them so they don\u2019t burn.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
I made around seven enchiladas and they lasted me 2\u20133 days – perfect for meal prep! I usually avoid meal prepping because it can be time-consuming, but this was honestly so quick it changed my mind. Plus, it gave me an excuse to use the pink Le Creuset dish I haggled for, so totally worth it.<\/p>\n
Swap out any ingredients to suit your goals – this is just a loose guide. It\u2019s a really easy meal, and that\u2019s coming from me, a complete novice in the kitchen.<\/p>\n
Final thoughts: Small steps add up<\/h2>\n
I hope these tips help you as much as they\u2019ve helped me.<\/p>\n
Remember, being healthy doesn\u2019t have to be a huge lifestyle overhaul. It can start with something small, like cutting down on processed foods, walking a little more each day, or drinking enough water.<\/p>\n
You don\u2019t have to jump straight into calorie deficits either. Big changes are harder to stick to, so start small. You\u2019ll be surprised how the little things can lead to the biggest results.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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