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High Protein on a Budget: The Complete Guide

Dried beans deliver up to 98 grams of protein per dollar and bacon delivers 9. Here's the complete guide to high protein on a budget, with real prices.

Jul 8, 2026

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What a Day of 30 Grams of Fiber Actually Costs

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How to Eat Healthy on a Budget: The Complete Playbook

Glass jars of dry pinto beans, split peas, red lentils, oats, and popcorn kernels on a wooden table beside a bag of frozen peas and a loaf of whole wheat bread

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Protein per Dollar: The Cheapest Protein Sources, Ranked

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USDA nutrition numbers, real grocery prices, and one very long spreadsheet, so you can see exactly what your dollar buys.

Fiber per dollar data study comparing cheap high fiber foods

Fiber per Dollar: 53 Foods Ranked

53 foods ranked by how much fiber a dollar buys. Spoiler: the winners live in the dry goods aisle.

Protein per dollar data study comparing cheap protein sources

Protein per Dollar: 49 Sources Ranked

49 protein sources compared by cost per gram. The fancy stuff near the deli counter does not do well.

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The Fiber per Dollar Calculator

Punch in any food and its price. Find out if you're buying fiber or just paying for the packaging.

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