http://www.coocooforcocoa.com/low-carbs/food-low-in-carbs.html Food low in carbs that are ready made might not be your best choice- look for other food low in carbs that won't break your wallet. en-us Fri, 12 Aug 2005 09:42:19 EDT Fri, 12 Aug 2005 09:42:19 EDT Weblog Editor 2.0 Food low in carbs is not always food low in cost Many people who have decided to go on a diet that entails eating only food low in carbs are finding that are spending more money on groceries than before. So the question then is how to stay on a low carb diet without over spending? There are a few tricks of the trade that can really help to find food low in carbs that are also low cost. First, stay away from processed food low in carbs. These foods are not as healthy and always end up costing more. Resist the temptation to buy into the labeling, just because it is advertised as a food low in carbs does not mean that you need it to stay on your diet. Get comfortable in the kitchen. You can easily find a great many delicious and quick recipes that you can make at home. Meals and snacks that you prepare yourself will cost less and you will know exactly what you are eating. Concentrate on produce that is in season. The low carb diets emphasize the intake of fiber and produce is a great way to get it. Buying in season vegetable, fruits, and nuts will also help the bill go down. Utilize the freezer. Learn what things can and cannot be frozen. Those that can be stored in the freezer can be bought in bulk, which always saves money. If you have stocked up when your favorite things are in season you can also avoid paying the higher prices when they are not in season. Become a member of a wholesale club where you can the best deals on bulk foods. Keep in mind that the manufacturers of food low in carbs want to sell their products. But none of the packaged, pre-prepared foods are something that you need in order to remain on your low carb diet. They have produced a lot of hype around products that you are actually better off without. Fri, 12 Aug 2005 09:42:19 EDT