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Old 05-02-2006, 07:13 PM
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Default Re: Buying organic vs. saving $$

When I shop, I buy organic produce if the price isn't too much higher than the regular produce. Some things I always buy organic--carrots, apples, a few other things. I'm more likely to spring for organic if I'm buying something specifically for the baby. I also buy organic canned soups a lot because they're just healthier all around usually--less salt, more vegetarian options, more beans and other non-meat protein. Aside from soups, I get most of my processed foods at the mainstream store, so none of that is organic.

When SO shops, he is much more willing to buy organic even if it's pricier. He also doesn't bother with things like coupons, and he often forgets his frequent buyer card, so we get no discount (and no Upromise credit!).

I really try to be the one who does the grocery shopping. When he goes, I always feel like I could have saved us some money but this is probably my imagination.
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