Simple Shopping

SimplifySHOPPING

1. DON’T SHOP HUNGRY

When hunger strikes, you are more likely to fill your cart with items not on your grocery list and let your eyes wander.

2. AVOID SHOPPING AFTER WORK

The aisles and checkout lines may be more crowded at this time. Try picking up your haul after 7pm on weekdays or right when stores open on the weekend.

3. MAKE A GROCERY LIST

Build a grocery list based off of your menu or create a list that follows the floor plan of the store. List like items together so you don’t have to backtrack through the store.

4. SPEND THE MAJORITY OF YOUR TIME ON THE PERIMETER

Shopping the perimeter promotes real, whole food options, but don’t forget to pop into the middle section of the store for your favorite pantry staples (wink, wink).

5. AVOID SALES UNLESS IT’S ON THE LIST

Unless items are on your grocery list, don’t buy them (yes, even if they are on sale).

6. TAKE A PICTURE OF YOUR PANTRY

Before you head out to the store, take a photo of your pantry, fridge and freezer. That way if you can’t remember if you need an item or not, you have a reference.

7. CHECK THE UNIT PRICE

Checking the unit price or price per ounce of an item will give you an idea of how much you’re really paying per item.

8. FILL UP ON FRAGILE ITEMS LAST

It’s easy to start grocery shopping by picking up your produce first. Instead, hit the inner aisles for heavier food items like jars and canned goods. This will ensure your fruits, vegetables and eggs won’t get crushed.

9. BAG LIKE ITEMS TOGETHER

When waiting in the checkout line, place like items together so they will be bagged together. This will also help cold items stay cold.