Health and Beauty

Does More Detergent Make for More Clean?

Posted November 19, 2009 - 06:00 by Philip Brewer

Health and Beauty, Green Living

Keep Your Teeth Clean

Given the number of posts at frugality sites on how to make your own cleaning supplies (and the number of reads those posts get), the topic is obviously one of interest to the community. My take is that there's an easier way to save money on cleaning supplies than making your own: Use less.

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The Pros and Cons of Retail Health Clinics

Posted November 9, 2009 - 18:19 by Healthcare Hacks

Health and Beauty

Medical Professionals

Next time you are heading to the grocery store, remember to add “healthcare” to your shopping list! Yes, healthcare services are now being offered at local grocery stores, drug stores and general merchandise retailers. If you are contemplating using a retail clinic, here are some things to consider.

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The Law (of) Suits: Insurance for Men

Posted November 5, 2009 - 08:00 by Jabulani Leffall

Career and Income, Shopping, Health and Beauty

suit up

If you are of working age and not independently wealthy through some sort of athletic ability, pop song, technological innovation or government bailout or defense contract, you need to have at least one dark blue or black suit. Or at least dress well for professional advancement. Appearance is a meritocracy as well gentlemen. Get some man insurance.

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Dry Cleaning: Hazard to Your Wallet (and Maybe Your Health)

Posted November 5, 2009 - 06:00 by Tisha Tolar

Health and Beauty

Dry Cleaner's Secret

Dry cleaning may seem like a necessary evil but it can also be costing you more than you know. Learn why dry cleaning costs are so high and how you can stop letting this service take you to the cleaners.

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Tips for Preventing Swine Flu Naturally

Posted November 4, 2009 - 07:00 by Debbie Dragon

Health and Beauty

Swine Flu

It is impossible to avoid coming into contact with the Swine Flu (H1N1), or any other strain of flu for that matter. Because it can take three days before germs entering your body proliferate and become the actual illness, often times people are out in public without any known symptoms, yet they are still carrying and spreading the infection.

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The Best 4-Step Plan to Manage Your Medical Correspondence

Posted October 30, 2009 - 05:00 by Heather Johnson

Health and Beauty, General Tips, Consumer Affairs

file folders

How do you process the deluge of statements, notices, and bills for your healthcare? Processing them with these four steps could make the difference between overlooking important pieces of information due to disorganization or staying a step ahead of your medical providers and payers and getting your bills resolved correctly.

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7 Cheap and Natural Ways to Fight the Cold and Flu

Posted October 16, 2009 - 08:00 by Lori Kerrigan

Health and Beauty

sick child

Over-the-counter symptom relief is a normal and common reaction for the millions of people who suffer from the cold and flu each year. However, I have found 7 cheap and natural suggestions for beating the common cold or flu.

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Should There Be a "Fat Tax" on Junk Food?

Posted October 15, 2009 - 07:00 by Paul Michael

Health and Beauty, Food and Drink, Consumer Affairs

Yes. Well, that's just my humble opinion, but I really don't see why this has so many people throwing their arms up in the air with shock. We tax liquor and cigarettes, neither of which are essentials in life. Why not tax something that is bad for our health, preventing more people from buying it and generating much-needed cash in the process?

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3 Times to Consider Declining Your Employer's Health Coverage

Posted October 12, 2009 - 06:00 by Heather Johnson

Health and Beauty

time clock

Open enrollment is right around the corner, and with it comes your opportunity to make decisions that could dictate your medical expenses for an entire year. Is considering dropping your employer-provided coverage -- medical, vision, or dental -- one of the choices you should be thinking about?

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Surviving Swine Flu

Posted September 30, 2009 - 09:37 by Andrea Dickson

Health and Beauty

Getting a shot

By now, you're probably really tired of hearing about the swine flu. Frankly, I am. But the swine flu isn't like the regular flu, and since the H1N1 vaccine isn't widely available yet (and may be in short supply), here are some simple, inexpensive steps you can take to prepare for what promises to be a lousy flu season.

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