If you shudder at the price of groceries lately, you're not alone. Food has gotten prohibitively expensive for many Americans.

Cheap, processed calorie-dense foods may seem appealing, but the toll they take on your health can add up, research shows . Plus, you don't have to give up on healthy eating to save money.

It's true that many nutritious foods, such as fresh produce or high-quality meats, can be pricey. However, there are still plenty of nutritious, cost-effective foods to stock up on, Wesley McWhorter, DrPH, a professional chef and registered dietitian specializing in food insecurity, tells TODAY.com.

Cheap Healthy Foods

Eating healthy can be surprisingly cheap, but it may take some effort and planning, says McWhorter, who is a spokesperson for the Academy of Nutrition and Di

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