You really cannot put a price on good health. Bad health comes with medical costs, drugs and even reduced work capacity. Luckily you do not have to break the bank to eat well. You could save money by buying cheaper brands than you normally do. There's not always much difference between value and premium ranges. Give it a go and let your taste buds be the judge, not the shiny label. Most stores offer generic (own) brands for nearly any product. All food manufacturers have to follow standards to provide safe food. The generic brands may be the same quality as other national brands, just less expensive. Shop for produce that is in season. Local produce that is in season is generally cheaper. Stock up on staples and your favourite products when they are on sale. Just make sure that they will not go bad in the meantime. If you can, it is a great idea to grow your own produce. Seeds are very cheap to buy. With some time and effort, you may be able to grow your own herbs, sp...

It's one of the most recognizable expressions around: "An apple a day keeps the doctor away." But besides the fact that it rhymes, which makes it fun to say and easy to recall, does it really have any value? Could the common apple honestly help a person to maintain perfect health? The first printed mention of this saying can be found in the February 1866 issue of the publication "Notes and Queries." The publication printed the proverb like this: "Eat an apple on going to bed, and you'll keep the doctor from earning his bread." Nearly 150 years later, variations of this adage are still quoted. It's unlikely that the saying would have maintained such popularity if there wasn't some truth to it, right? With that in mind, let's consider some of the apple's components and their effect on our health: Pectin  -- Pectin is a form of soluble fiber than lowers both blood pressure and glucose levels. It can also lower the levels of LDL, o...