10 Healthy ‘Poor Man’s’ Foods

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Published on January 01, 2013 with 1 Comment

Stefan Pinto, a self-proclaimed former fatty and current model, changed his life and his attitude and lost 60 pounds. He authors an e-book called Fat to Fit, which explains his weight loss journey. While acting and writing in Los Angeles, times were tough and he had to find cheap, healthy food to fit his budget. The staples listed below still remain in his diet despite his successful acting career.

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1. Peanut Butter ($1.99 – $2.49)

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2. Oatmeal ($1.49 – $3.99)

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3. Brown rice ($1.99 – $2.99)

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4. Chick peas - (.99 – $1.49)

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5. Tuna ($1.49 – $2.99)

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6. Black beans ($.49 – $1.49)

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7. Lentils ($.99 – $1.49)

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8. Canned corn ($.49 – $.69)

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9. Frozen spinach ($1.29 – $2.29)

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 10. Sweet potatoes ($1.49 lb)

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About Ande Truman

Ande Truman

Ande has made mistakes in the kitchen since she could reach the countertop. From a restaurant head cook, to cooking meals for friends, to her own solo plate, experimenting & learning drives her. She's also a freelance graphic & web designer, photo/videographer, guitar player and wanderlust-er. In her spare time, she works a full-time 8 to 5 cubicle job. She's the creator of Broke & Healthy.

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  1. I am obsessed with black beans, so tasty, I can’t get enough of it. These are some really cheap food and it is much better than getting something from the $1 menu at Mcdonalds.

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