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Being Frugal or What to Do Before You Lose Your Job ! part #2

Posted September 23rd, 2008 by lrose

                If you have started making changes you are on your way to having a rainy day savings account.  There is another area to consider. That is food. Groceries are a big expense for most people. Here are some ways to change the way you eat and save money.

First, start cooking from scratch instead of eating out or bringing dinners in. If you live where you can have a garden please do so. Besides saving money you will gain health benefits from eating better food. If you can’t have a garden look for local farm markets in the area where you live. Organic  foods are more expensive and better for your health. But some people can not afford the extra cost. In that case buy what is freshest at the farm market and wash the fruit and vegetables thoroughly to remove any pesticide residue before storing or eating them. Buying more than you need and canning or freezing will save you money too.
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