The eating organic craze has never been bigger. But to eat organic you must first conquer the challenges of shopping for organic foods. When faced with higher prices, limited availability and shorter shelf life, it's a good idea to get organized before you go.
Instructions
1. Look for bargains. Check your local stores' fliers and websites for sales and coupons. Put any bargain items you can use in the near future on your list.
2. Plan your meals. Buying exactly what you need is a good idea with organic produce, which often goes bad more quickly than non-organic fruits and vegetables. It also cuts back on buying unnecessary ingredients.
3. Assess your list for freshness and shelf life. Try to balance between foods that need to be eaten immediately and items that can be stored, especially if it will be a while before your next shopping trip
4. Decide which food items on your list must be organic. If you need to save money, or if you're worried about the availability of certain foods, mark on your list the foods that you most want to be organic.
5. Organize your list around multiple shopping locations. Try to see if there are some items you can get cheaper at places like local farmers' market or the general supermarket. Hit those spots first.
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