I'm a 75-year-old retiree in Newark. My partner and I spend $150 a week on groceries and save money by skipping meat.

Source: Business Insider

John Goldstein grows tomatoes and herbs to have fresh ingredients to cook with. John GoldsteinJohn Goldstein, a 75-year-old retiree in New Jersey, spends about $150 a week on food for him and his partner. Skipping meat and avoiding restaurants helps him balance his budget against rising healthcare costs.