For SNAP Users

Trying to stay healthy on a tight budget can seem difficult. We’ve put together these useful resources and tips to make living and eating well easy for you.

USDA Resources for SNAP Clients

• SNAP Homepage
• Apply for SNAP benefits
• Eligibility Requirements
• SNAP retail locator
• EBT Contact Information by state
• State SNAP Hotline Numbers

Shopping on SNAP

• SNAPFresh App: Use your phone to find places nearby that accept SNAP
• WICShopper App: Use your phone to identify eligible products to purchase with SNAP

Shopping on a Budget

• Healthy Eating on a Budget – USDA MyPlate
• Eat Right When Money’s Tight Tip Sheet
• Food Allergies on a Budget
• Supermarket Savings: 16 Tips that Can Total Big Bucks
• 30 Ways in 30 Days to Stretch Your Fruit and Vegetable Budget
• Meal Planning, Shopping, and Budgeting

Cooking and Food

• Basic Foods for Cupboard, Freezer, and Fridge
• Inspired Home Cooking Blog
• Cooking 101: Healthy Eating on the Run
• Cooking 101: Cooking in Small Spaces Using a Microwave Oven
• Budget-Friendly Recipes
• 100+ Easy Budget Recipes
• Food Preparation and Cooking – USDA Resource Library

Exercise and Healthy Living

• Physical Activity for All Ages – CDC Physical Activity Guidelines
• Indoor Physical Activity Resources – USDA Resource Library
• Fitness Programs: 5 Steps to Getting Started – Mayo Clinic

Healthy Everyday Tips

1. Plan your menus. Having a plan and sticking to it will prevent you from snacking on unhealthy foods.
2. Prepare meals from scratch—it costs less and is healthier over the long run.
3. Use coupons and pick grocery stores with the best deals for you.
4. Buy fruits and vegetables that are bagged (these cost less than fruits and vegetables sold by the pound).
5. Buy fruits and vegetables that are in season. They are cheaper and fresher.
6. Buy items like onions, garlic, and potatoes in bulk, as they have a long shelf life.
7. Substitute lean turkey or chicken for ground beef. Bake, roast, or steam meats instead of frying them.
8. Frozen vegetables are cheaper and fresher than canned.
9. Choose healthy snacks like nuts and dried fruit, which you can buy in bulk.
10. Buy meats, fruits, and vegetables in bulk when they’re on sale, then freeze them for later use.