Do you have a Costco or Sam's Club where you live? I stock up on Lean Cuisine meals they are cheaper there. Also fresh fruits and veggies. I buy the large quantity then I devote some time on Sunday night to cutting and packaging the items in baggies ahead of time for the week ahead. Also you can get nuts and things to make your own trail mix in baggies too. That way I have them already done and it is easy to grab and put into a lunch or snack on. I know the feeling. I actually think that is less expensive to eat "clean" un-processed food, just more time to prepare. Good Luck!