National Obesity Week is observed from October 15 to 19 and National Nutrition Week was observed from October 9 to 15, to create awareness among consumers about obesity and the importance of eating healthy. This year’s theme is “Make eating whole foods a way of life”.

Here are tips to consider when buying groceries according to the Department of Health:

• Keep a list in the kitchen to write down food items that you need to buy.
• Look for store sales or specials on store pamphlets, coupons, local newspapers or online
  advertisements.
• Avoid shopping on an empty stomach.
• Buy only what is on the shopping list. Use a calculator to help you stick to the budget.
• If not buying in bulk, use a smaller trolley to control how much food you can actually put in.
• Look at the top and bottom of the shelf for lower cost foods.
• Make a list of what food you already have on hand in your refrigerator, freezer, and pantry.

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