Americans Shift Food Strategies as Prices Skyrocket in NPR Series

2 articles · Updated · NPR · May 30

NPR reporter Joe Hernandez examined how Americans are changing the way they eat and shop as food prices surge across the country.
The reporting, part of NPR's "What's Eating America" series, focused on the strategies households are using to manage grocery and meal costs.
The story centers on consumer adaptation to persistent food inflation, highlighting how higher prices are reshaping everyday spending decisions.

With beef up 15% and eggs down 39%, how can consumers predict the next major food price shock?

As Americans swap meals for snacks, is the traditional family dinner becoming a thing of the past?

Beyond coupons, what systemic changes could actually lower your grocery bill for good?