7 Ways to Save Money (and Calories!) in the New Year
January comes with a flurry of new year's resolutions. Many of these are aimed toward eating healthier and saving money after an extravagant holiday season. Luckily, these two resolutions go hand in hand and accomplishing both of them is easier than you think! Here are a few simple ways to stick to both resolutions, with small changes that can add up to big benefits - on the scale and the pocketbook. - By Julie Van Rosendaal
Make more soup
Soup is inexpensive, a great way to boost veggies in your diet, and a great use of leftovers - using up those vegetables wilting in your crisper, or bits of leftover meat and cheese that might otherwise get tossed, is a great way to save on your grocery bill. And because eating soup tends to be a slow process, studies have shown that people who eat soup before or with their meal tend to eat less overall, as ... more
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Make more soup
Soup is inexpensive, a great way to boost veggies in your diet, and a great use of leftovers - using up those vegetables wilting in your crisper, or bits of leftover meat and cheese that might otherwise get tossed, is a great way to save on your grocery bill. And because eating soup tends to be a slow process, studies have shown that people who eat soup before or with their meal tend to eat less overall, as their appetite is satiated with the soup. Bonus: leftovers freeze well, so you'll be less likely to go for takeout on a night when there's no time to cook.
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