I just wanted to demonstrate some frugality at work (literally).
At work, there's a health-food store around the corner that sells cheap bulk food. I can get protein powder, Nature's Path granola cereal, and soy milk at reasonable prices.
I've calculated the cost as such:
• 1 cup granola cereal (currently the Nature's Path HempPlus Granola)
• 1 cup unsweetened soy milk
• 2 heaping tsp protein powder
Nutritional information (approx.):
Calories: 485
Protein: 35g
Carbohydrates: 50g
Fat: 14g
Total cost per serving: approx. $2.50
With a low cost like that, I've started to add things as a rewarding treat. This week I bought a small bag of dried blueberries. For those who don't know, these can cost a lot ($14.99 lb. at this affordable store, which should be a good price). But I only use a couple of teaspoons per serving, so I should still be around $3.00.
At this price, that's a lot of nutrition. It's filling and quite tasty. Yay cheap and tasty!
But I don't think I'll continue with the blueberries. They're good, but I'd enjoy currants as well I think. I want to keep it close to $2.50 per serving. I like that number. It makes me look financially responsible.
