
With Thanksgiving around the corner, now is the time to start looking for ways to save money on food costs as you plan your Thanksgiving meal. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture Economic Research Service, the Consumer Price Index (CPI) for food was 3.2% higher in August 2025 than in 2024. The CPI measures inflation, meaning that grocery bills really are climbing and retirees, who often live on fixed budgets, may need to get creative in stretching their food budgets.
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