Guidelines/Criteria for Selecting And Buying Fresh and Processed Food

Shop alone with a shopping list. In this way you don't overspend or buy unnecessary  items.

Compare prices of different brands of the same products at the same outlet.

Compare prices of different outlets.

Try cheaper brands and grades - they may be as good as the expensive products

Compare the cost of convenience foods with home made meals

Check for seasonal variations in food prices

Use local instead of imported

Buy in bulk if it works you out cheaper

Don't be mislead by large or fancy containers - check the mass of the product and the price per unit.

Read the labels and make wise choices.