How to Save Money and Be Healthy

Being healthy and living well doesn’t have to cost a fortune. There’s a misguided belief that it’s only the affluent who can afford to be healthy. This misconception is rooted in the belief that being healthy means having a personal trainer, buying expensive organic meals, and joining premier gyms. The opposite is true — being healthy can actually save you money. 

Grow Your Own Produce

Start a small urban vegetable and herb garden by researching produce that grows well together. A few planter boxes should be enough to get you started, but if you don't have the space, consider growing herbs on your kitchen windowsill.

Not only will the plants provide a bit of color, but they're also known for having a therapeutic effect in the home. Clearly Better Plants in Laurel will give you expert advice about herbs and plants. If growing your own produce isn't an option, then stick to only buying in-season fruit and vegetables. Out-of-season produce is normally imported and can be costly. 

Try Lowering Your Insurance Premiums 

Revaluate any existing insurance premiums and negotiate a lower rate. Many health insurance companies reward you for being fit and healthy. Heavy drinkers, smokers, and those that fall into an unhealthy weight category are considered higher risk and get charged higher premiums.

Take Advantage of the Outdoors 

Consider the outdoors your playground. Not only does the fresh air in nature lower blood pressure and reduce stress, the natural landscape also provides plenty of scope to engage in an array of outdoor pursuits such as mountain biking, running, and hiking. There are a variety of trails in the Laurel area, such as the Cash Lake Loop Trail, an ideal starting point for outdoor activities. 

Kick Bad Habits

Living a clean lifestyle can increase your longevity. If you ditch your smoking and drinking habits, you might find that you require fewer hospital and doctor visits in the long run. Short term, you'll also save money — cigarettes and alcohol are expensive. You could even save the money you would've spent on these items.

Plan Your Meals

If you lead a busy lifestyle, you need to be organized when it comes to meal preparation. It's easy to buy quick meals when you're dashing to the office. A quick take-out coffee here and there adds up quickly. Save money by doing weekly meal prep.

Monetize Your Lifestyle 

You can monetize your health journey by starting a blog about how to kickstart a healthy lifestyle and save money. Starting a blog about how to organize meal prep is one idea. You can add affiliate links related to your subject. Find your wellness niche and attempt to monetize it. You can even sell advertising space on your blog or website. When invoicing advertisers, use a free invoice generator to create professional-looking invoices where you can display your logo and branded colors. 

Improving Your Health Can Save Money

You might not realize just how much money you can save by living a healthy lifestyle. Your physical fitness can be linked to your financial wellness.

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