As an average shopper, I cannot honestly say that I have put much thought into unit pricing on my weekly shopping trip, however I think it is time to start.

Here at Food Equality Initiative, our mission is to fight for nutrition security and health equity for all. Food insecurity affects 42 million Americans right now, what about nutrition insecurity? What is the difference between food security and nutrition security?

In order to get the free-from foods their bodies require, food allergic and celiac individuals have to spend a lot more on grocery shopping.

During the week of the challenge, I started to view the activity of eating as an obstacle for my mind and body whereas I had previously viewed it as a reward. With a tight budget and limited food options, every choice I made had to be strategic.