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If you want to save money and eat healthy, think and research first before you buy because you can spend more without even realizing it. Below are a few tricks that you can use every time you go to the market:

1) Check for promotions. There are some times that organic merchandise is less expensive and you can buy more of those healthy products.
2) Compare prices before buying as well as the quantity. Sometimes generic products cost less, but they may also have less quantity.
3) Track your purchases as they are rung up. Be aware that sometimes the registers don’t scan the promotions. Bring errors to the cashier’s attention to avoid paying extra.
4) Try the supermarket brands. They are a good value and sometimes even offered at 10 for $10 or buy one get one free.
5) Use reusable shopping bags. Affordable and made of fabric, they are studier than paper or plastic and can protect your groceries from the rain if you walk.
6) Look for the newest products in the front of the aisles. Specials are available in a try me now price.
7) Ask if your store accepts coupons from the competition. Many stores do and this will add to your savings and you can avoid a trip to a store that you don’t frequent.
Check the supermarket store flyers for more information about which items are on sale. You will have an opportunity to be prepared for extra savings with coupons.

And that’s it, eight simple rules that can improve your experience every time you go to the market.