School lunch costs are rising — here’s how to cut costs and stay healthy

NORFOLK, Va. — Is it cheaper to pack a lunch or buy at school? A local dietitian breaks it down — with tips for saving time and money.

Let's take a look at how local mother Ashley Rusnic handles her kids meals, as she's always on a mission to make mornings easier. Smoothies help get her and her kids out the door, and prepping nutritious lunches helps sustain them for the day ahead.

Although no matter what your morning looks like, research shows it’s getting more expensive to eat.

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For perspective on this, I talked with Blake Avery, a registered dietitian with Sentara Health.

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