What Makes a Meal “Budget + Blood Sugar Friendly”?
Great budget meals usually have 3 things in common:
1️⃣ A low-cost protein
Eggs, canned tuna, beans, tofu, lentils, chicken thighs — all affordable and stabilizing.
2️⃣ A slow carb or high-fiber base
Brown rice, whole-wheat pasta, oats, tortillas, potatoes, frozen veggies, canned beans.
3️⃣ A veggie add-on (fresh or frozen)
Frozen vegetables are just as nutritious and cost-friendly.
Together, these keep you full longer, balance blood sugar, and reduce the temptation to snack later.
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