We have the motivation and the goals, but when it comes to getting fit and healthy do we actually have the dollar? I'm not going to tell you how easy it is to eat healthy on a budget, because I found it a little tricky at the beginning, the student rates at the gym definitely helped but with these tips and quick recipes you'll be a savvy shopper and healthy living college student in no time!

1. Budget

First things first make a note of your weekly budget for food, this will stop you from going over into your night-out funds or squandering all of your online shopping savings!

2. Box it up

Invest in some Tupperware boxes to freeze or keep meals, you can grab some amazing disposable ones online in batches of 50.

3. It's all in the prep

Plan your meals for the week ahead so you don't have to grab any old snack from the store in between classes!

4. Try new things

I was definitely a breast girl until I tried chicken legs. It's still a lean cut which tastes amazing and is also usually much more affordable!

5. Tidy fridge = tidy money

Just knowing what you have in the kitchen can save so much money, so maintain an organized fridge to prevent you from forgetting foods or buying extras!

6. Reduce portion sizes

Eat less, more often. I tend to stick to a meal plan of 5 smaller meals a day this means I'm never peckish or raiding the fridge for snacks in between meals. Not only will your food go further but you'll feel less bloated!

7. That's going straight in my basket...

Before committing to a purchase always ask yourself, "Do I actually need this?" if you're not certain then chances are it's just another item that'll waste away in the fridge come next week.

8. DIY marinades

You'll be amazed how far herbs and spice pots go. Buy a pot of smoked paprika or oregano for a few dollars and can last you up to 20 meals!  

9. Take turns

Close with your roomies? Why don't you all chip in and take turns cooking? More often than not you can end up cooking far too much and if you can't get the hang of saving or freezing meals then share the love and save $$$ too!

10. Never shop hungry

Finally, never, ever shop when you are hungry. You'll have a basket that could feed the whole campus and you will be defeated! (Not a challenge.) Eating healthy impacts your life in so many different ways, from physique, to your mind, skin, hair and energy; who knows with a nutritious new diet in place you may just find everything a whole lot more positive?