Russians were told about ways to reduce food costs in the summer

Optimization of household expenses is the key to financial literacy in 2025. It is the rational disposal of funds on a daily basis that is the first step towards creating a financial safety cushion. Arina Samoilova, an expert on home economics at the X5 Club loyalty program, told Izvestia on July 12 about the secrets of budget optimization in the summer.

"Choose seasonal products that are not only tastier, but also more profitable. For example, in the warmer months you can enjoy a wide range of vegetables, fruits and berries. Due to the large volume of supply and simple logistics, the cost of these goods is the most profitable in the summer," she explained.

Samoilova added that one of the most effective ways to reduce grocery costs is to make a shopping list, as this avoids impulsive spending and makes the cost tracking process more transparent.

The principle of seasonality applies not only to goods, but also to places for purchases. It is worth examining the prices of products from the usual list in different supermarkets, as well as in the markets. It may turn out that some product categories will be more profitable at one point, while others will be more profitable in other places.

"Again, we are talking about seasonal purchases, but in this case, on the contrary, it is worth choosing products with reduced summer demand. This method is suitable for long—term storage products such as freezes, canned food, and others. For example, before the New Year, the demand for green peas is growing, as is its cost. Therefore, think about such products in advance and buy them in bulk immediately, which will also reduce costs due to a discount when purchasing more than a certain number of units of one item," the expert added.

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Olga Matveeva, financial consultant of X5's Package service, said on June 19 that regular visits to restaurants can significantly undermine the tourist budget. However, there is a way to cut costs without sacrificing food quality. The main thing is careful food budget planning.