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Created by @JaumePrimero Updated On: July 26, 2013
Now, more than ever, the world is suffering from obesity, diet related illness, and economic hardship. Follow my list and learn how you can eat right even if you are broke! *AJB
71 W 23rd St Ste 614 (Btwn 5th and 6th Ave.), New York, NY
Sandwich Spot · NoMad · 103 tips and reviews
@JaumePrimero: I frequent this fitness friendly cafe for the Jumpstart Wrap, which is 5 egg whites wrapped in a multi-grain tortilla. At only $2.99, you can add turkey bacon for an additional $.99 cents.
12 W 32nd St (btwn Broadway & 5th Ave), New York, NY
Korean Restaurant · Koreatown · 282 tips and reviews
@JaumePrimero: Towards the back, pick up a few of the korean style steamed egg at only $2.50 a piece. Complete the meal with some veggies. Great post-workout choice and value for money!
@JaumePrimero: The prepared foods section is full of fitness friendly options including chickpea salad, mayo-free tuna salad, and quinoa. Small portions for under $5 makes this a frequent pit stop after the gym.
462 7th Ave (btwn W 35th & W 36th St), New York, NY
Soup Spot · Garment District · 41 tips and reviews
@JaumePrimero: The portions at fast casual restaurants in the US are too big. This is why I love the half chicken avocado wrap here. Pick up a Granny Smith apple on the way out for a great meal under $6.
2187 Frederick Douglass Blvd (btwn 118th & 119th St), New York, NY
Grocery Store · Central Harlem · 103 tips and reviews
@JaumePrimero: Eggs are $1.99 a dozen. Chicken breasts are $1.99/lb. Sweet Potatoes are $0.79/lb. Need I say more. Great value for money at this grocery store! The produce is fresh and the prices are low.
@JaumePrimero: People associate "dollar signs" with the Meatpacking District. But for the broke folk, I highly recommend Buon Italia. I order the grilled chicken with a small side of rapini. Great deal!
Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurant · Upper West Side · 16 tips and reviews
@JaumePrimero: If you go to the back of the store on the right hand side, there is a cooler full of healthy, organic, prepared foods. The portions are appropriate and the prices are all under $5.
Grocery Store · Flatiron District · 309 tips and reviews
@JaumePrimero: Go to the frozen foods section and take a look at the fish selection. Mahi Mahi, Ahi Tuna and Swordfish vacuum packed at really low prices. This is a great place for basics like eggs and milk.
@JaumePrimero: everything is made fresh daily, and I really like all the prepared salads. Great grab and go options for fitness minded people on a budget.
Mexican Restaurant · Hell's Kitchen · 43 tips and reviews
@JaumePrimero: the burrito bowl is a standard post-workout meal for me. At under $8 for the chicken, all the ingredients are healthy, and the portions are reasonable.
424 6th Ave (btwn W 9th & W 10th St), New York, NY
Grocery Store · Greenwich Village · 50 tips and reviews
@JaumePrimero: Tucked away down in the village, this location has a great selection of low-priced soups, salads and prepared foods under $8. Great for grab and go or a post-workout meal.
Falafel Restaurant · Lincoln Square · 50 tips and reviews
@JaumePrimero: The falafel salad box is a great choice if you are watching your budget. For around 8 bucks you get a power lunch; great pre-workout choices!
@JaumePrimero: Two things to consider. 1. $6 lunch this week for soup and sandwich. 2. The Gigi salad is a legit healthy option at $7.99. Watch your budget and your waistline!
2127 Broadway (btwn W 74th & 75th St), New York, NY
Grocery Store · Upper West Side · 127 tips and reviews
@JaumePrimero: The deals on meat/poultry and fresh produce make this grocery destination worth it! Great place to stock up on chicken breasts. Later in the evening is the best time to go!
Italian Restaurant · Chelsea · 97 tips and reviews
@JaumePrimero: This restaurant is a great choice for healthy eaters! Order the skirt steak with mixed greens or the chicken paillard with roasted vegetables. The lunch prix fix is a good value for $15.