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health1d ago
When I moved abroad, I stopped buying groceries 'like an American.' Now, I eat and shop better — and I've lost 100 pounds.
- A US writer moved abroad and changed her grocery approach, leading to significant weight loss.
- She stopped stockpiling and began shopping at open-air markets for fresh, seasonal produce.
- Her meals became simpler and more seasonal, centered on fresh produce and minimal clutter in small kitchens.
- The shift included making dressings from scratch and reducing added salt and sugar.
- Daily movement and fresh-food focus helped her body feel better and sustain weight loss.
- She now avoids buying summer watermelons in winter, embracing seasonality and planning meals.
- Her weekly grocery spend varied by item, with around $50 total in many countries and specific allocations for fresh produce and treats.
- She attributes weight loss to healthier food choices rather than the latest diet trend.
- The author links market freshness to better energy and body function.
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