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BUDGET WHOLE30 TIP #2

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When you’re trying to stretch a Whole30 budget, comparing prices correctly makes a big difference. Instead of choosing the cheapest-looking item, always compare by unit cost — price per ounce, pound, or other relevant measure — not just the sticker price.

Take carrots as an example. The small, individually packaged snack bags may look pricier or cheaper at first glance, but the right way to decide is to check the price per ounce. In one case the snack packs cost about 10.7¢/oz while a larger bag was 12.3¢/oz. Even though the larger bag had a lower total price, the smaller packs were actually the better value by weight. Checking the unit cost tells the real story.

The same method works for brussels sprouts. Compare the loose sprouts’ price per pound to the packaged product’s per-pound cost. If loose sprouts are $1.78/lb and a two-pound package is $4.98 total (about $2.49/lb), the loose sprouts are the cheaper option. Often you pay extra for convenience packaging, so weigh the unit cost against the time savings that package provides.

Unit cost comparison is especially helpful when choosing between bulk and smaller convenience sizes. For example, my kids like applesauce tubes. A 4-pack might cost $2.88 while a 12-pack is $4.98, but those are different sizes. The 4-pack could be around 22.5¢/oz while the 12-pack might be about 13¢/oz. In that case, the larger pack is far cheaper per ounce and worth buying — provided you’ll use it before it expires.

Before you buy, do the simple math: divide the package price by the package weight or volume to get the unit cost, and compare those numbers. That way you’re comparing apples to apples, not just total prices. Small differences in unit cost add up over time, and this habit helps you make smarter choices without sacrificing quality.

Plan your shopping with unit prices in mind, balance convenience against cost, and buy in bulk only when it makes sense for your household. #wholefoodfor7onabudget

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