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Even if you know that your spending is out of control, you might not have the strength to break your shopping addiction. However, a spending problem isn't going away on its own. And although you might feel powerless over your addiction, you ultimately control whether you spend. (See also: 7 Bizarre Ways to Stay on Budget That Actually Work)

You're not likely to break your addiction overnight, but these 13 tips can give you power not to spend.

A meat thermometer is a very important tool to have in the kitchen. By keeping an eye on the temperature, you avoid the risk of undercooking your food, leading to the possibility of food poisoning, salmonella, or E. coli. Conversely, you also avoid overcooking your food which would lead to a sad, dry, tasteless piece of meat.

Meat thermometers have come a long way since the traditional dials with a needle, so here is our list for the top 5 modern meat thermometers.

What Is a Meat Thermometer?

A meat thermometer is a thermometer that is used to measure the internal temperature of meat and other foods. Meat thermometers are used especially in  roasting or grilling, where the level of "doneness" plays an integral role to the quality of the final dish.

As we age, there are many benefits to look forward to, including retirement, time for travel and hobbies, wisdom, and the joy of being a grandparent. Sometimes, however, retirement means a decrease in income and spending. Many businesses recognize this fact and offer discounts to senior citizens. (See also: Big List of Senior Discounts)

Below is a list of 40 restaurants that may offer customers (some starting at age 55) a discount for their business.

Fast Food

Many fast food restaurants will offer a discount, which ranges from 5%-15% as well as a reduced price coffee or soft drink. Discounts may vary from location to location, be sure to ask before you order.

Arby's

10% discount for those over 55.

Used car salesmen are generally portrayed in the media as sleazy, greasy guys in too-tight polyester suits that are trying to take you for a ride — and not just in that lemon sitting on the lot. Of course, not all used car salesmen fit that stereotype, but at least part of that image is accurate: There are dirty tricks that they're putting into action to get that bill of sale signed… by you. (See also: 17 Things Used Car Salesmen Don't Want You to Know)