The financial consultant talked about collecting a healthy and inexpensive school lunch

Making a budget and healthy lunch for a child is a challenge that many parents face. Olga Matveeva, financial consultant of the X5 Package service, told Izvestia on August 23 how to assemble a lunch box with healthy food.

"Planning lays the foundation for the benefits, so it's worth taking time off at the weekend to think over the lunch menu for the coming week. Consider your child's preferences and the products already available at home. Make a clear shopping list and strictly adhere to it in the store — this is a reliable barrier against spontaneous and unnecessary spending," the expert said.

In addition, Matveeva advises paying attention to seasonal vegetables and fruits of local production. For example, in autumn it will be apples and pears, and in summer — cucumbers and peppers. Such products are not only fresher, but also much cheaper.

Another way to save money is to use promotions and discounts. For example, fresh products such as bread and salads are often discounted in the evening, which makes it possible to save significantly.

"In the evening or in the morning, stores often offer discounts of up to 50% on goods that need to be sold before the end of the day," said the financial consultant.

To ensure a healthy diet, Matveeva recommended balancing a lunch of simple ingredients: homemade pastries, hearty proteins such as baked chicken or eggs, and fresh vegetables. Frozen billets can also help save on grocery purchases.

Also, do not forget about loyalty programs, such as cashback services, which can return some of the funds. The expert is sure that the money saved should be used to buy healthy products for the whole family.

Proper packaging will also help to avoid unnecessary expenses: a high-quality lunch box will allow you to dispense with disposable containers.

Earlier, on August 18, a gastroenterologist of the first category, nutritionist, and eating psychologist Nuria Dianova stated that tea with honey was not beneficial. According to her, honey is a high—calorie and expensive product, essentially comparable to sugar, so you should not look for special benefits in it.

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