The convenience of online shopping and food delivery has become somewhat a necessity this day in age. For the business professional, for the stay at home parent, for the college student, for anyone really...but have you considered online grocery shopping? Better yet, same day delivery right to your door? After just finishing a 2am trip to my local grocer, I'm pretty sure I need this in my life.

Instacart and Thrive Market are online shoppers that basically do all the work for you and deliver your favorite grocery goodies right to your door. Had I been smart, I would have used their websites or apps instead of spending 45 minutes of my hour lunch break hustling through the store buying a basket full of groceries. I could have saved both my time and effort, received FREE Shipping, and probably would have saved money on my overall purchase. Duly noted, duly noted.

So what's the difference between the two and how do these sites work?

Instacart provides almost anything you would purchase on a normal grocery trip with same day delivery to your home and Thrive Market specializes in providing organic, healthy food and more holistic personal care items.

Instacart

1. Head over to Instacart.com or download the Instacart app.

From instacart.com

2. With a variety of local grocers to choose from, you can shop for any of your usual grocery needs!

These stores are available to be shopped through Instacart in the Houston, TX area! The stores do vary based on your specific location!

3. Once you're done shopping, or maybe even before for some inspiration, check out their Lists & Recipes tab for popular favorites!

Thrive Market

1. Head over to Thrivemarket.com to register and start your free 30 day trial membership.

From Thrivemarket.com. If you are a low-income household, check out the thrivemarket.com/givingapp to see if you qualify for a free membership!

2. Choose from their six categories or browse their departments to see what organic, healthy options they have available for you!

3. Take a minute to check out their Starter Kits!

These are great gift ideas for any occassion or just for yourself! Ranging from $15-$90, you can surely find an awesome kit for anyone looking to try out a new healthier lifestyle/diet. Personally I think the Vegan and Gluten-Free starter kits look amazing!

4. Once you're done shopping, check out their blog Thrive Notebook for health hacks and tasty recipes!

Join me in the convenience revolution! Save your time, money, and get your healthy on with these two amazing grocery deliver sites. Happy living friends! -Cali Hix

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