The rising cost of living has affected almost everyone, but the Health Promotion and Education team at the University of Ottawa (uOttawa) has a plan for you.
uOttawa’s team has prepared a list of things students can do to eat healthy without breaking the bank, the school said in a news release on its website.
1. Make a weekly meal plan and shop accordingly
2. Shop smart
3. Buy in bulk
4. Freeze strategically
5. Attend nutrition events
6. Cook at home as much as you can
7. Avoid highly processed food
8. Buy in-season produce
9. Make your own salad dressing
10. Make your own coffee
11. Know where there’s support
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