Easy Tricks for healthier, cheaper eating

Hi,
As a busy student it can seem like you don't have enough time or money to eat healthily. But learning a few easy tricks can help you save time and money and feel better into the bargain!
Fruit and veg
Buying loose fruit and veg that is in season is usually cheaper.
Tinned fruit and veg are great to store for when you need them, as long as you choose the options stored in water or unsweetened fruit juice to avoid added sugar and salt.
Frozen veg, especially from the own-brand range, is quick, cheap and full of nutrients.
Pre-prepared fruit and vegetables are expensive when you can peel and chop them yourself.
Use up extra fruit in a smoothie or milkshake.
Slice and freeze extra veg for another time, or use it in a homemade soup, omelette or frittata.
Meals
Save money on gas/electricity, cut down on washing up AND reduce the chance of splurging on an unhealthy takeaway by batch cooking and/or cooking for friends. Make a big pot of chilli or a massive pasta bake or fish pie and invite friends or housemates to eat with you - hopefully they will cook you a meal in return some day. Or portion the dish up and freeze to use in the coming weeks, or if it doesn’t bother you to eat the same meal for a few days running, bung the portions in the fridge.
I hope this helps,
Matt
Wrexham Uni Reps