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Gas is not the only thing getting more costly. Food is also getting expensive. If you're looking for ways to spend less while still eating well, check out these these tips:

Gas is not the only thing getting more costly. Food is also getting expensive. If you're looking for ways to spend less while still eating well, check out these these tips:

Shop on a full belly. You'll be less likely to buy those costly impulse items.

You'll spend less money if you shop with a list. So write down what you need and buy only what is on the list.

You may want to consider buying some generic items. Many of them taste just as good as the brand names.

Take time to read the grocery store fliers you get in your mailbox. Look for the brand name coupons and use them.

You can also reduce your food expenses by eliminating some or all of the so-called convenience foods -- the ones that you just heat up. Remember that you pay extra for all that "convenience."

Before buying any bulk item, check the unit price and compare it to a standard size package of the same brand. Sometimes the bulk items costs more per unit.

Shop at a farmer's market for your produce. You can usually save a lot of money on produce, and get better quality.

Be sure to watch the register as they scan each item. The automatic scanners can make mistakes that will cost you more.

Buy each particular type of produce only when it is in season. Imported produce is much more costly.

Why pay a lot extra for lousy fast food? Consider taking your lunch to work. If you only save three bucks per day, that can add up to an extra $60 per month in your bank account, or about $720 per year -- just for lunch.

Consider trying the store brand items. Much of the cost of your food is included in the fancy packaging.

Only go down isles where stuff on your list is shelved. It's another way to avoid costly impulse buying.

Join an organization of consumers who unit together to get buying power. They can save you a ton of money off of your grocery bill. Some can save you as much as 50%.

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