{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Episode 417: Groceries in This Economy?! What to Prioritize as Prices Rise","description":"Episode Overview Groceries are expensive and pretending otherwise doesn\u2019t help anyone. In this episode, Annie and Jen talk about what\u2019s actually happening with food prices in the US and Canada, why it\u2019s impacting how families shop, and how to make supportive, realistic choices when money is a real constraint. They break down the shift many of us are making from \u201cwhat\u2019s the healthiest option?\u201d to \u201cwhat\u2019s worth it, won\u2019t go to waste, and works in real life\u201d\u2014and share the simple, repeatable systems they use to meal plan, reduce impulse spending, and keep meals balanced without turning health into a luxury hobby. If you like what you hear in this episode, don\u2019t miss your chance to join us when we open enrollment to join Balance365! Add your name to our obligation-free waitlist, and we will waive the $199 registration fee. Click here to learn more. Key Points Why \u201coptimize everything\u201d isn\u2019t the goal (and how to choose smart trade-offs without guilt) The non-negotiable nutrition basics that matter most when budgets are tight How to build a repeatable grocery + meal plan system that survives busy weeks Essentials vs. \u201cextras\u201d: spotting food marketing, shrinkflation, and unnecessary upgrades ","author_name":"Balance365 Life Radio","author_url":"https:\/\/www.balance365life.com","html":"