Posted 1 week 5 hours ago by Linsey Knerl
May is skin cancer awareness month, and as a close friend to many skin cancer survivors, I know how important it is to get regular check-ups. If the cost of seeing a dermatologist has you headed for the hills, check out these free ways to get to-notch preventative care!
Posted 1 week 2 days ago by Philip Brewer
Every so often, I get hit in the face with two facts. First, Americans (even poor Americans) are unbelievably rich. Second, Americans (as a group) utterly lack a cultural tradition that teaches us how to eat a healthy, frugal diet.
Posted 3 weeks 1 day ago by Paul Michael
98% of men say they do it; the other 2% are lying. But far from it being something to be embarrassed about, researchers have strong indications that this very common activity could have uncommon effects in reducing the risk of prostate cancer.
Posted 3 weeks 2 days ago by Julie Rains
How are your resolutions to get fit, exercise more, and lose weight going? If you need a nudge or some encouragement, check out my doable-with-a-busy-schedule approach to getting results.
Posted 3 weeks 3 days ago by Paul Michael
The chances are, you're dehydrated right now. In fact, over 75% of the American population is deyhdrated, and worse still, over 80% know they are. No big deal? Well, it is actually. Lack of hydration can lead to all kinds of problems, including obesity, fatigue and a much higher risk of certain cancers. So grab a glass or three of water and read on.
Posted 5 weeks 23 hours ago by Xin Lu
The main reason that people don't drink water is that it is tasteless and not very "fun" to drink. On the other hand, water is considered more healthy than sodas so now there is a entire category of packaged drinks such as VitaminWater that is basically bottled water with coloring,vitamins,and flavor. Instead of buying these drinks, read on for ways you can make your water more exciting to drink.
Posted 6 weeks 3 days ago by Xin Lu
I first read of selling hair in Les Miserables when Fantine sold her head of gold to clothe her daughter Corsette. The hair trade just seems like such an archaic idea, but actually high quality hairpieces are still made from real human hair and there is a huge market for sourcing natural hair. Here are some tips and information on how to sell your tresses for cash.
Posted 8 weeks 3 days ago by Linsey Knerl
I would never dismiss any dieting or nutrition program that really works, and my goal is not to discredit commercial options that have worked for many. However, I get really jazzed when I can find comparable resources for free, especially when they have been provided by our government. Meet my newest ally in the fight against unhealthy eating and a sedentary lifestyle – MyPyramid.gov
Posted 8 weeks 4 days ago by Xin Lu
Do you know which is more expensive: one gallon of gasoline or one gallon of orange juice? How about one gallon of glue? Read on for a comparison of the price gasoline and other fluid substances we consume and see if you still think gas is expensive.
Posted 9 weeks 3 days ago by Myscha Theriault
Before I start, I have to admit to a bit of preliminary bias. I expected to like this book before it ever arrived from the publisher. With Mr. Bayou’s extensive experience, and the minor to moderate fashion miracles I’d seen him accomplish on the CBS “glam-bush” makeovers, I was sure I would pick up a few tips. What I did not expect was for this book to exceed my expectations so drastically. The Science of Sexy completely blew me away. Keep reading to find out why.
Posted 10 weeks 3 days ago by Myscha Theriault
Ever wonder what exactly is in the personal care products you use? As I’m finding out lately, the answer is rarely as straightforward as one might hope. Thanks to the Environmental Working Group’s Skin Deep project and their cosmetics database, you can find out exactly how your favorite brands measure up for toxicity and animal testing. Wanna know more? Read on . . .
Posted 13 weeks 12 hours ago by Xin Lu
Have you ever paid more than you normally would for something when you are trying to cheer yourself up? A recent study showed that a group of people who were sad offered almost four times more money for a bottle of water than a control group. Read on for more information about the "misery is not miserly" phenomenon.
Posted 13 weeks 2 days ago by Philip Brewer
Two of the unhappiest people I ever knew lived in the apartment below mine when I lived for two years in Salt Lake City. They acted as on-site managers--collected rent checks in exchange for a break on their own rent. I didn't have any real visibility into their financial situation; they seemed to be getting by, but at a pretty low standard of living. Like many unhappy people, though, they had a well-worn story of woe. They told it to me the very first time we met.
Posted 14 weeks 3 days ago by Philip Brewer
The message of this book is simple: "Eat food. Not too much. Mostly plants." Michael Pollan gives it away right at the start, so I don't feel too bad doing the same. If you already eat food, but you worry about health and nutrition, you'll find this book fascinating and important. If, on the other hand, you're the sort of person who tends to eat less food and more "edible substances" and "food products," you will instead find this book important and fascinating.
Posted 14 weeks 3 days ago by Xin Lu
Origami is a Japanese word that means "fold paper", and it is a very popular pastime around the world. I enjoy origami because it is a very cheap hobby that requires only your hands and paper. I like to reuse magazine paper and left over wrapping paper to make my projects, but origami techniques can be applied to anything that is foldable to create amazing results. Here are some fun and frugal ideas for using origami in your life that goes beyond folding a simple crane!
Posted 18 weeks 2 days ago by Lana Goodrich
If you’re like me, your allergies don’t always stop with the changing of the seasons. If you too are unwilling or unable to budget more than $700 a year on prescription allergy medication, read on for frugal solutions to help treat your allergies.
Posted 18 weeks 3 days ago by Linsey Knerl
Working as a line cook for almost four years exposed me to the dirtier side of the food service business. Generally, I was less-than-impressed with the “unofficial” guidelines to handling food and the dinnerware it was to be served on. Should I even be shocked to find that most people I encounter are a little rusty on common food safety standards? Here’s a quick rundown on some of the basics to keeping healthy in the kitchen without being obsessive.
Posted 18 weeks 4 days ago by Kiersten Kotaka
All of this holiday gathering has left me sick. So, I have begun my cold fighting routine and wanted to share what I have learned over the years. I used to be a preschool teacher. I was sick for four years. Yes, you read that right. I had one cold after another for FOUR YEARS. You could call me a cold expert.
Posted 18 weeks 6 days ago by Linsey Knerl
Prescription drugs are expensive. While generics do offer some relief, if you have to have several filled, your pharmacy bill can add up fast. Here are a few free prescription promotions to assist a limited number of patients in the U.S. – But hurry! Some of these offers expire soon!
Posted 20 weeks 3 hours ago by Philip Brewer
Twenty years ago, I parked at a supermarket, near where a poor family had just parked. I knew they were poor, because they looked like poor folks are supposed to look: Their clothes were worn (but mended and clean). Their car was an aging sedan. They were recycling a trunkful of aluminum cans. As I locked my car, they took the handful of change they got for the cans, and headed in ahead of me. There were three of them--man, woman, child--and all three were skinny. It's unusual to see that now. The new face of poverty is fat.
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| Carrie Kirby | 3 | 2 |
| Julie Rains | 3 | 13 |
| Linsey Knerl | 13 | 28 |
| Mark P. Cussen | 3 | 4 |
| Myscha Theriault | 4 | 31 |
| Nora Dunn | 6 | 6 |
| Paul Michael | 10 | 22 |
| Philip Brewer | 11 | 47 |
| Thursday Bram | 3 | 1 |
| Xin Lu | 11 | 25 |
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