Healthy Eating on a Budget PACER Integrative Behavioral Health
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Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes discusses the topic of healthy eating on a budget, emphasizing the affordability and health benefits of cooking at home compared to eating out. She highlights the importance of preplanning and preparation to save money and time during the week. Dr. Snipes explains the benefits of a healthy diet for mental and behavioral health, including improved mood, energy levels, and cognitive function.
She suggests meal planning and preparation, especially for individuals living alone, and recommends incorporating colorful fruits and vegetables into meals to increase antioxidant levels and nutrient variety. Dr. Snipes shares her personal experience with zucchini and suggests buying in bulk to save money. She also introduces the Kratky method, a simple hydroponic gardening technique, as an affordable option for growing greens and vegetables.
Dr. Snipes discusses additional options for growing food, such as sweet potatoes, strawberries, and tomatoes, and advises being mindful of portion sizes and protein consumption to save money. She suggests affordable meal options like casseroles, chili, and burritos, and highlights the benefits of using dry beans instead of canned beans.
The content also covers affordable grain options, bread alternatives, and snacks like air-popped popcorn. Dr. Snipes advises finding the best place to purchase dairy products and recommends lentils and beans as affordable sources of protein and fiber. She discusses different types of beans, chia seeds as a vegetarian protein source, and suggests affordable fish options like mackerel.
Dr. Snipes provides tips for making not-so-healthy foods healthier and suggests connecting with local gardeners and community members to share excess produce. She encourages avoiding highly processed foods and gradually reducing sugar intake. The content concludes with a suggestion for a group activity to develop a library of affordable bean and lentil recipes.
Overall, Dr. Snipes provides practical advice and suggestions for eating healthfully on a budget, emphasizing the importance of planning, preparation, and resourcefulness.
Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes discusses the topic of healthy eating on a budget, emphasizing the affordabili