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Posted by u/squat_or_die路路Nutrition

Why are Canadian grocery store macros so brutal? $/g protein got me feeling like I'm lifting weights at the bank!

TL;DR: Canadian grocery prices are killing my protein game.

So I'm over here trying to hit my protein targets, but every time I check the prices on chicken and eggs, it's like they think I'm made of money! 馃檮 I mean, $8 for a tiny pack of chicken? I could get a whole new dumbbell set for that! Anyone else feeling this pain? What's your go-to protein on a budget up here in the great white north?

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u/brokeandbulking路

Facts, man. I feel like I have to choose between protein and my grocery budget. Ground turkey is usually cheaper and packed with protein. Just gotta watch the fat content if you're bulking.

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u/thecraftychef路

I hear you on the prices! Have you tried incorporating lentils or chickpeas? They're great sources of protein, and you can use them in a variety of meals. A simple lentil stew can stretch a long way and save you money. Plus, they're super filling!

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u/squat_or_die路

this! It's like they expect us to pay in gold bars. 馃槀 I've been hitting up local farms or community-supported agriculture. Fresh eggs and chicken can sometimes be way cheaper than those grocery chains

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u/lactoseintolerantlifters路

I get you! Eggs are like the new luxury item. If you can tolerate them, canned tuna is a lifesaver! Not only is it cheap, but it also lasts forever. Just mix it with some avocado and you're set.

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u/bro_split_bro_420路

Bro, you gotta hit up the deals. Every grocery store has their own clearance section. You can find chicken on sale sometimes, especially if it's close to the sell-by date. Just freeze it and make gains later! That's how you get both gains and savings!

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