If you are new to using grocery coupons, I'm about to tell you all you need to know to start saving up to 70% off your food bills every time you head to the grocery store. Using grocery coupons for beginners need not be a daunting task to reap big financial rewards.

Here are 6 strategies for savings that all beginning coupon shoppers should know:

1. Always use a high-face value coupon at double coupon stores, or on a triple coupon day at your local grocer.

2. Always combine coupons with store sales. Doing do will get you either free items or deeply discounted merchandise.

3. Use many "like" coupons to get free items when you can find them. If you need extra coupons get them for free online, use electronic grocery coupons or use a coupon clipping service for a nominal fee.

4. Throw out brand loyalty and buy whatever is the best deal that week. Learn to love the experience of trying new products.

5. Be willing to stock up when prices are low, and buy less when there are fewer deals around for savings. I regularly buy an extra box, can, jar or whatever when prices are low. In fact, you will greatly maximize savings if you are willing to buy a dozen of the same item when either free or deeply discounted.

6. Stay organized to maximize savings. Grocery coupons will not help you save if you are unable to find which coupons you need while shopping. Get yourself a good coupon file, binder or organizer to maximize your saving potential.

Saving money with grocery coupons for beginners is not difficult. You just need patience, practice and a little organization to save hundreds of dollars a month.

Elizabeth Morgan-Ayers is a full time homemaker and personal shopping consultant. She has over 25 years experience in finding a good value with both food and just about any other product. Learn more about shopping for maximum grocery savings with grocery discount coupons and get free printable grocery coupons to get you started saving.