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Money & Health: Eating Healthy on a Budget
Money & Health: Eating Healthy on a Budget
Save money and improve your health by cooking nutritious, affordable meals at home. Preparing meals yourself reduces expenses but also supports overall wellness, potentially leading to fewer medical bills. Explore tips and resources to make healthy eating affordable and easy.
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Discover VA services that can help you and your family overcome food insecurity to access safe and nutritious food.
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Did you know that if you skip one night of pizza and drinks a month and invest the savings in your retirement account that you'll have over $22,000 saved for retirement in 20 years?
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture offers the MyPlate budget-friendly food app in addition to meal planning, grocery shopping, and preparing healthy meal tips.
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