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We all know how expensive those weekly food shops can be. While supermarket giants do have increasing competition these days, meaning that shoppers like us can cut costs when stocking up on our essentials, it still all adds up.
With the rise of the vegan food industry, more people are choosing to change their ways, pocket their pennies and opt to go plant-based instead.
The question is: will you really save money by going vegan?
Cutting costs
By reducing your consumption of meat — or cutting it out altogether — your bank balance could reap the rewards. By replacing your favourite meat with the likes of vegetables, tofu, beans, grains and fruit, you could soon see the effect your new lifestyle has on your wallet. By choosing to make healthier choices, you could also benefit from feeling a lot more energetic, too.
Another way to cut costs is to buy in bulk. Rather than visiting your local supermarket every day on your way home, why not consider doing a weekly or monthly shop to stock up on the essentials that you will need for your new recipes? When you purchase your ingredients in large quantities, your food shop can quite often work out a lot cheaper — and you will feel a lot more organised!
Plan in advance
While it’s perfectly acceptable to enjoy a night out at a restaurant or spend the morning at your favourite café, keeping an eye on your budget will allow you to have fun each month without splashing too much cash. As much as we all enjoy ordering our favourite takeaway or going out for dinner, this can very often lead to us spending more than necessary. Planning your meals a week in advance will encourage you to get cooking as soon you are home. With so many vegan recipes to choose from, you will not go hungry, or run out of inspiration for dinner!
Whether you’re looking to go vegan for health, environmental or financial reasons, ensure that you add to your diet before subtracting from it so that the transition is as smooth as can be. After you’ve collected some delicious vegan recipes, begin experimenting with them until you are comfortable with how to prepare them — once you’ve made a few tasty dishes, you will soon be a pro!
