Tips for Eating on a Budget After Bariatric Surgery

Less Food Waste
  • Make the most of what you have – before going to the store

  • Shop in your pantry

  • Frozen, canned and packaged/pouched seafood/vegetables

Services
  • Join a CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) lower cost for local produce

  • Check out services that deliver imperfect produce from farms (up to 30% off)

Shopping
  • International Grocery stores

  • Short shelf life stores – Ex: Aldi and Trader Joes

  • Try store brands

  • Shop with a list

At Home
  • Freeze foods that are close to expiring

  • Grow easy herbs like basil, mint, parsley and cilantro

  • Make your own salad dressings

On the plate
  • Meal plan!!! – including freezer meals and leftovers

  • Eat smaller portions