How to do "Smart Shopping" @ Whole Foods?

Question

I am really trying to switch to organic....but boy its so darn expensive!

Does everyone actually spend 150$ per shopping trip there?

Thanks!

Answer 1

make menus for a week at a time and only buy enough food for a week at a time.  

Answer 2

I spend about 75 dollars per week at Whole Foods and that includes my bathroom toiletries, cleaning supplies, and beer.  I live alone so that is only for me.  I buy organic food as much as possible.  

To cut down on cost look for organic frozen veggies instead of fresh.  When you see a sale on organic canned items such as beans, fruit, etc. make sure to buy more than usual to keep at home.

Most Whole Foods have a bulk/bin section where you can buy grains, nuts, seeds, granola, yeast, etc. and bag them yourself and it's way cheaper than buying the stuff that already come in packages.  There are certain items which I don't buy at Whole Foods because they are just so expensive.  I have cut other things out too like instead of spending so much on juice or natural soda, I just drink tap water at home.

Oh, stay away from the frozen, microwaveable meals cuz those can add up in price.

Answer 3

WF's is a total rip off. What you need to do is seek a  long existing health food store that has produce as well. You'll avoid the yuppie pre-disposition that just because you're trying to be healthy you'll have to pay much more. WF's was created for those with a disposalable income that far exceeds the normal working mans salary - this is exactly why they are in a world of hurt right now - sales wise. Check any WF's around the Co. and you'll notice dramatic price reduction for products that are slotted in the middle of the store.

Answer 4

The place is a rip, and that's that. "Smart shopping at Whole Foods" is an oxymoron. You know how much they charged me for a cup of hot cooked rice? $8!!!

Answer 5

Forget about "organic". it's a rip off.

Answer 6

In the year 1900, all food was organic, and cheap. The life expectancy was 55 years. Today, most food is grown with things to keep it from being ruined by bugs, drought, and weather. Our life expectancy is now 85 years. You do the math.