“Devastating Takeout Tab: How One Wife’s $1,176 Food Habit Drove Her Husband to a Financial Breaking Point”

Scroll down to find the full story and a conversation with nutritionist, personal trainer, and founder of Omega Herb dressings, Andrea Smith, who kindly agreed to tell us about the impact takeout can have on our health.

Food is one of the highest expenses that can exponentially grow by ordering takeout

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This woman spent a whopping $1,176 on food delivery, which the husband wasn’t exactly pleased about

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45% of Americans say their households are dependent on food delivery

60% of Americans admit to ordering takeout at least once a week. 31% resort to deliveries at least twice a week, while 13% eat delivered meals between two and six times a week. This averages to 54.5 food delivery orders per year. In an eduMe survey, 45% of respondents even stated that they or their households are now dependent on food delivery.

According to most recent data, on average, an American household spends $3,631 on takeout every year. Convenience seems well worth the cost, as 75% of respondents prefer to eat in the comfort of their homes and 49% enjoy not having to cook. 

“For busy professionals and mothers juggling endless to-do lists, takeout’s appeal is undeniable,” says nutritionist, personal trainer, and founder of Omega Herb dressings, Andrea Smith to Bored Panda. 

“It saves time, requires minimal effort, and offers a variety of meals without the hassle of grocery shopping or meal planning. The convenience and instant gratification of delivery make it an easy go-to, especially for those pressed for time or lacking confidence in the kitchen.”

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