You can. I do it. Yes, my food bill is a bit higher but then again I don't eat Jerky (too expensive) or macademia nuts (I eat sunflower seeds - cheaper) and as for LC specialty foods like bread...I eat this only occasionally. My main groceries include cheese, dairy, lots of salads and veggies, meat, Diet Rite soda.... If you stick to more "regular" foods you will not killl your pocket. LC specialty foods should be eaten on occasion. Also, shop around...farmers markets, wholesale clubs, for the cheaper prices on produce & meat.