Trying to spend less on food? Following the dietary guidelines might save you $160 a fortnight

  • Written by: Emily Burch, Dietitian & Academic, Southern Cross University
Trying to spend less on food? Following the dietary guidelines might save you $160 a fortnightShutterstock

A rise in the cost of living has led many households to look for ways to save money.

New research suggests maintaining a healthy diet, in line with the Australian Dietary Guidelines, is cheaper than an unhealthy diet and could save A$160 off a family of four’s fortnightly shopping bill.

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