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Grocery Swaps
Potential Savings: £200–£300/yr
1
Swap 5 branded items to own-brand
Savings add up fast: £5–£7 per shop → £250+ per year. Great swaps: cereal, pasta, cleaning products, milk, snacks. Own-brand quality is often identical.
Action:
Start with 5 items this week and compare quality. Most own-brand items are made in the same factories as branded.
2
Plan 3 meals per week
Cuts mid-week emergency shops and reduces food waste. Meal planning reduces grocery bills by 15–20%.
Action:
Plan your meals and stick to your shopping list. Use a meal planning app or simple list.
Top 10 Own-Brand Swaps That Save Most
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