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Are you hoping for a healthy and prosperous 2024? Making meal prep and planning part of your routine can set you on the right track.
On average, Americans spend over 11% of disposable income on food, with half being spent on groceries and half on food away from home. The lower your income, typically a higher amount is spent on food. Eating fewer meals away from home saves money and allows you to have control over ingredients.