What useful money saving habit around groceries specifically that actually made a real difference

[Ivory Molly]

Started meal planning around what's actually on sale each week rather than a fixed list, cut my grocery bill more than any coupon ever managed

[Idle Current]

Switched to buying own label brand food in the supermarkets, I couldn't tell the difference in quality and the savings added up considerably over time

[Bussin]

Started shopping with a strict list and refusing to deviate, cut impulse grocery purchases dramatically compared to browsing without a plan

[Cameron]

Switched to shopping later in the day for specific markdown items, saved a significant amount on items nearing their sell by date

[EthanHinds]

Started tracking unit prices rather than total price alone, revealed several products that looked cheaper but actually cost more per unit

[Sharon_77]

Began buying in bulk specifically for items I actually use regularly, saved meaningful money over buying smaller quantities repeatedly