15 Real Life Questions About Eating Healthy in Today's Economy, Answered

Fans of Yahoo Shine and YouBeauty asked questions to Nutrition Advisor Kristin Kirkpatrick, R.D. on Yahoo Shine's Facebook page about eating well for cheap.

We know how difficult it can be to shop for specialty food items and "go organic" all in the name of health and beauty. But it's worth it! That's why we held a live chat to answer your biggest questions about eating healthily on a budget. Here's a recap of 15 questions from the chat.

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  1. I have a budget of $200 a month and it goes quickly. I have some health issues and need some leeway for fitting in some savings into my budget in order to obtain the nutritional value. - Sheron M.
  2. I wonder how I can keep the family in organic and gluten free food without spending quite as much? -Sadie H.
  3. I wonder how I can keep the family in organic and gluten free food without spending quite as much? -Sadie H.
  4. What are some non-cholesterol foods and meals? - Buddie W.
  5. What are some non-cholesterol foods and meals? - Buddie W.
  6. How can you plan your meals for the week/month when your kids mow through groceries within days of them entering the cupboards? - Peachy1
  7. Being diabetic if recipe calls for honey what can i sub it with? Trying smoothies any help is appreciated!! -Mely
  8. My biggest problem is I am not hungry in the mornings, rarely eat lunch, have dinner (sensible with boneless skinless chicken breast, steamed veggies and whole grain rice) then a small snack later on
  9. Frozen vegetables are cheaper, but do they have the same nutritional value as fresh vegetables? - Nadia
  10. Got any advice on making nutritious meals for picky eaters? - Darla S.
  11. Is it cheaper to buy canned vegetables over fresh, but what about the salt content? - Courtney
  12. Is it cheaper to buy canned vegetables over fresh, but what about the salt content? - Courtney
  13. I was diagnosed with C-Difficile Colitis. I have been following a low residue, low fat, low sodium, lactose free diet. Do you have any input on what's best for me to eat on a budget? - Joe M.
  14. Canned foods are usually pretty cheap, but how do I know I'm not getting other toxic side effects from the can? – Paige L.
  15. Canned foods are usually pretty cheap, but how do I know I'm not getting other toxic side effects from the can? – Paige L.