Shopping at Whole Foods? 6 Insider Tips To Save on Groceries
Whole Foods specializes in natural and organic foods, household products, and health and beauty aids, but it's also known for being pricey. We spoke to a Whole Foods team member who shared tips for getting all that top-tier goodness at the best possible prices.
Here's what you need to know to save money when shopping at Whole Foods.
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1. Shop the Sales
Whole Foods frequently has sales, and knowing how they work will help stock up at lower prices. Each department has regular sales, but the frequency can vary.
For example, the Whole Body department -- which includes health and beauty, supplements and so forth -- has monthly sales. Other departments may have weekly sales. Certain items will be tagged with a yellow "Sale" tag.
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2. Watch for Everyday Low Prices
There are also yellow "Low Price" tags used to indicate that the product consistently has a low price. Fortunately, it's not a limited-time sale, so you don't need to stock up on these items.
3. Buy the Store Brand
Whole Foods' generic store brand is 365, and it's loaded with high-quality ingredients, minimal packaging and great prices. You can definitely save money on staples, and many of the 365 products taste just as good as their brand-name counterparts.
4. Use the App and Website
Whole Foods doesn't advertise with newspaper inserts, but you can find all the sale prices on the app or the website at WholeFoodsMarket.com. You can choose the store you shop at to see all the specials on the day you're shopping.
5. Take Advantage of Amazon Prime Perks
You can also order on Amazon.com and pick up at your local Whole Foods. If you prefer delivery, Prime members get unlimited free delivery for a monthly rate.
Pro tip: If you're shopping with a SNAP EBT card, you can search "EBT eligible items" on Amazon and see exactly what you can use your benefit on. Many 365 products are SNAP-eligible.
6. Join the Team
If you're looking for a job -- even just a side gig -- consider working at Whole Foods. Team members have historically received a 20% discount on everything every day. That means 20% off sale prices, clearance prices, specials -- everything. If you love shopping at Whole Foods, it's a really good deal.
Using these tips when shopping at Whole Foods can help you get the most for your money while enjoying the high-quality, natural foods the chain is known for.
This article was provided by MoneyLion.com for informational purposes only and should not be construed as financial, legal or tax advice.
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