Plan your food spending based on nutritional needs and dietary preferences
Current: 15 meals
Estimated weekly grocery cost
This budget is average compared to the national average ($10 per person per day).
Calculate the cost of meal prepping vs. eating out.
Determine portion sizes when batch cooking meals.
Calculate appropriate meal sizes for families of different sizes.
Scale recipes up or down based on serving needs.
Determine safe storage times for different prepared foods.
Assess the nutritional variety in your meal plan.
Calculate proportions for building a nutritionally balanced plate.
Determine optimal meal timing based on schedule and goals.
Calculate ideal timing for meals around workouts or activities.
Basic Formula:
Base Cost × People × Quality Factor × Dietary Factor × Frequency Adjustment
Effective grocery budgeting balances nutritional needs with financial considerations. Research shows that with proper planning, a nutrient-dense diet can be achieved at various price points.
A balanced diet typically requires:
Our calculator adjusts your budget to meet these nutritional guidelines based on your preferences.
Different dietary choices affect your grocery budget in various ways:
Balanced mix of all food groups. Most economical when following seasonal patterns.
Often less expensive due to reduced meat costs, but may require specialty items that increase expenses.
Keto, gluten-free, and other specialized diets typically increase costs due to specialty ingredients.