Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 13, 2011

If you’re looking to lose a few pounds, hands up if your first move is to go on the mother of all diets in preparation? Significantly reducing your calorie intake through a crash diet may well help you to lose weight initially but it’s not a healthy way to go about things. Don’t do it! Tips for Losing Weight Healthily.

Wellness 199

Wellness Swap Motivation Consumer 199

Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 12, 2014

Having a routine keeps me scheduled so that I don’t forget to prep something and end up tempted to eat out. By having a schedule and knowing what we usually eat, I can save money by buying many foods in bulk. Yes, this does require time, but if you have more time than money, this works well. The sky’s the limit.

Grocery Spending 246

Grocery Spending Grocery Groceries Food and Drink 246

Nicoles Nickels

APRIL 28, 2013

Well, maybe not but maybe? This week I wanted to comment on eating out while on Nutrisystem. You could order some fruit and yogurt and then eat a breakfast entree or bar once you finish (or before). My point is that it is very possible to still have a social life and eat out while on the Nutrisystem program. *.

Eating Out 61

Eating Out Lunch Lunches Sprint 61

Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 13, 2015

But we had a lot to celebrate this week, both my husband and my mother celebrated their birthdays and my daughters hosted some friends for a sleepover. these 15 tips to save money when eating out. Pull out the chicken and slice, put back in the slow cooker and stir everything up really well.

Budgeting 100

Budgeting Budget Leftovers Lunch 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 19, 2012

I have a loving spouse and am surrounded by family as well as online and offline friends and acquaintances. That said, I don’t eat out more than 10 – 12 times a year. I don’t eat red meat or even pork more than once a week or so. I do eat fruits and vegetables and am trying to up my servings of those.

Food and Drink 188

Food and Drink Quiz United States Food and Wine 188

Family Balance Sheet

JULY 16, 2015

We are now more committed to save money and we eat mostly at home, BUT we do enjoy at a few meals out each month. I shared our strategies in this post, 15 Smart Ways to Save Money when Eating Out. Water – Unless you have a well, you probably pay for your water.

Budgeting 100

Budgeting Budget Thrifting Thrift Stores 100

Nicoles Nickels

MARCH 12, 2012

Great Grains uses more simple ingredients; more “whole food” ingredients like whole grain flakes from the actual wheat berry, as well as real fruit and nuts. ” Review of Product: I received the Great Grains Cereal to try out and love it. WELL STOCKED PANTRY – HAVING PLENTY TO CHOOSE FROM MAKES IT EASIER TO COOK.

Kids and Family 45

Kids and Family Meals Main Dishes Cooking 45