Workout and weight loss on wheels- shopping and cooking

Unfortunately many people with disabilities do not know the basics of living independently because they do not get the experiences- this includes shopping and cooking. Shopping for healthy foods. That involves saving and using coupons, reading labels, and cost comparisons. Learning how to check ingredients and compare weights and prices on packaged food products is an important skill. Price differences between store brands and name brands are not readily understood and comparisons must be based on similar weights. Selecting fresh vegetables, fruits and meats also involves knowing what makes an item undesirable (like bruises). Cooking Simple Recipes. It helps to find out determine what people's limitations are demonstrate and offer suggestions. For example a person may not have good dexterity so non-stick mats underneath may be helpful. It is important to put common ingredients within reach (on the kitchen counter). A more challenging skill is to change recipes to make them healthier (using spread not butter).