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  • Poppops
    Poppops Posts: 313 Forumite
    I saved money on groceries by accident when I started dieting. But the principal can apply to skinnies too.

    I have four adults in my house as the kids are grown up. The boys are both over 6 foot and take some feeding.

    Instead of huge grocery bills, I plan every meal and only buy those ingredients that I need. We all eat the same meal every night. I buy online from Tesco as I find it stops temptation for both dietary and financial reasons.

    I shop for fruit and veg at the grocers and meat at the butchers. I know you don't get the offers you do in Supermarkets but I think you get better quality and it goes further.

    Check your cupboards before you shop. Don't overbuy on cleaning or toiletries.

    My grocery bill has gone from over £500 to £275 a month and we are eating better.

    You could half yours I would say
    Sealed pot challenge member #325
    £591.02 / £1500

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    Target £246 / £500
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