Tag: Single living

According to the USDA's food budget estimates, the monthly cost for a single adult in the US can range significantly, from a thrifty plan of under $300 to a more liberal plan of over $500, depending on age, gender, and dietary preferences. This wide range highlights the many factors that influence individual food spending, particularly for those living alone.

According to a 2018 study in the journal *Nutrition Journal*, individuals who eat alone often consume fewer micronutrients, especially from fruits and vegetables, potentially leading to modern malnutrition. Fortunately, it's very possible to eat healthy as a single person by using smart strategies to manage portions, reduce waste, and make mealtime enjoyable.

Single-person households are one of the fastest-growing household types globally. For those living alone, figuring out how to eat healthy when single presents unique challenges related to portion control, food waste, and cooking motivation, often leading to a reliance on less nutritious convenience foods.