A government minister has urged people to choose supermarket value brands, to cope with the cost-of-living crisis. But what effect, if any, will eating cheaper food have on people's health?
There are lots of ways to eat "a nutrient-dense diet on a budget", nutritionist Jenna Hope says.
"It can sometimes appear more challenging as it does require shoppers to be savvy with their choices and can require extra planning," she tells BBC NewsBeans and pulses can be a great addition to any meal as they are a source of protein and rich in fibre. They are also a cheaper way to bulk out mince-based dishes, such as meatballs, shepherd's pie or burgers.
Dried beans and pulses are more cost-effective than canned - but soaking them pre-cooking is essential to reduce undesirable compounds.Fresher produce is more likely to be in the clearance section in the evenings, because of the shorter expiry dates, and if uneaten by the use-by date can be stored in the freezer.It is a common misconception frozen produce is less nutritionally replete than fresh.Fruits and vegetables are much cheaper in the frozen section and often sold in larger quantities.
But when it comes to the more processed foods, the cheaper products can have more additives and bulking agents than the more expensive brands.
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