Best Items to Purchase in Bulk

When we go grocery shopping, usually our main aim is to get the food and household items that are needed at the present moment. But, sometimes, with some of the food (and household) items, we need to invest in a little bit more than needed at that particular time--I mean items that we use more than on a regular basis.

There are a few things that are a must-have in terms of purchasing in bulk:

• Paper products: This category would include toilet paper and paper towels. With purchasing toilet paper and paper towels, I guarantee you that you will save hundreds of dollars and a trip to the supermarket every hour!;
• Cleaning products: In this category, cleaning products range in everything from soap, laundry detergent to dishwashing detergent and everything cleaning. Since cleaning products are used on a regular basis (at least should be!) and have an extensive shelf life, bulk buying these products will make perfect sense (or should I say "cents!"). Only used what you would normally use. In other words, the extra cleaning products that are not in use, just put them in smaller, plastic containers. This way, you will not purchase more than what is really needed.
• Oral hygiene accessories: Don't forget your toothpaste (and of course, toothbrush)! I hope that you use toothpaste (or baking soda for that matter) every day and twice a day. Toothpaste and toothbrush are a few of the items that you should buy in bulk. It is suggested that you switch out your toothbrush every three months. (I usually change my toothbrush every couple of months--I am switching after this blog is written)

Now on to the food items....

• Nuts: Did you know that if you purchase nuts in bulk can save you a bundle of money--that's if you are a nut fanatic and eat them often. You can freeze nuts for up to a couple of years--in a container that is really uptight.
• Rice, beans, and pasta: Who can forget these tasty staple foods? Rice, beans, and pasta have a shelf life up to a couple of years--just place them in an airtight container to keep the pests out. The good news: they do not consume that much space. Buying these staple foods in bulk is a real lifesaver. Even with these basic staples, you can work your culinary magic in terms of creating different recipes.

As I said earlier, these are the bare essentials that are needed (or should be included) in everyone's household, whether with a family or single. Buying these items in bulk will not only save you a ton of money, but also your sanity!

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Until then, Happy Saving!