Sneaky Grocery Store Money Wasters

by SELF Staffers



Hey, we're all guilty of the grocery-store grab: Those items that wind up in your cart when you're standing in a long line. Candy bars, sodas, exotically flavored gum -- we all know they are money wasters, but somehow they sneakily make their way into our hearts anyway.

The checkout line isn't the only place you've got to be vigilant, though. There are wallet zappers all over the grocery store, from the bakery to the frozen section. And some of them might surprise you (noooooo, pre-packaged greens, noooo!)

We've uncovered the 10 biggest grocery store money wasters -- and suggested budget-friendly alternatives for each, so you can save a little dough for something you really want.

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