“From Trader Joe’s to Whole Foods to Walmart, these foods remain affordable.”

Eating healthy is sooo expensive!!

Or is it?

As a semi-recent college graduate trying to survive on my own in the world, I’m always looking for more ways to save money. Now I know how expensive bills can be, I don’t expect this frugal mindset to change any time soon.

One of the most costly expenses we adults face is food. I learned quickly that eating at home is the way to go – although I gratefully succumb to the convenience of takeout on occasion. While the specific region in which you live and thus available grocery stores will impact your costs, I’ve identified some cheap – yet healthy – food trends across most retailers. From Trader Joe’s to Whole Foods to Walmart, these foods remain affordable! Not only that, they are also nutrient-dense and have numerous benefits. These nine foods also cover all of the food groups! So if you’re eating healthy on a budget, these are the staples to stock up on.