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Where's the line between sacrifice and deprivation?

Where's the line between sacrifice and deprivation?

I was shopping recently at Kohl’s with my 10-year-old daughter, when a fellow mom-daughter duo walked by. I chuckled when I heard the mom say, defiantly: “No, we’re not buying anything for you today. Today is for me.” OK, admit it. Do you buy your kids new clothes while you’re still wearing last year’s wardrobe? [ More ]

My secret savings trick: Think summer!

My secret savings trick: Think summer!

It was a snowy Saturday morning, but my mind was in the balmy days of summer as I pawed my way though the sales racks at my favorite shopping haunts. It actually made my bargain-hunting excursion incredibly easy by doing the exact opposite of every other woman there. [ More ]

Here's HOW to put more chocolate in your Valentine

Here's HOW to put more chocolate in your Valentine

So last week, Jacques Torres, he of the famous chocolate maker, told us about his penchant for snacking on cocoa nibs.Torres also recommends using the nibs and beans in both sweet and savory dishes. Nibs add crunchiness and subtle chocolate flavor to baked goods and savory dishes. [ More ]

Recent product recalls

Recent product recalls

TWIN STROLLERS Thanks to an initial finding from Consumer Reports, about 28,000 Bumbleride Indie & Indie twin strollers sold at Buy Buy Baby and other baby product stores nationwide, online at Bumbleride.com, and other online retailers between January 2009 and January 2012 for between $500 and $700. [ More ]

Working out doesn't need to be an all-day ordeal

Working out doesn't need to be an all-day ordeal

As a certified personal trainer, I'm constantly asked about how to streamline a workout. Is there such a thing as a quick AND effective mini-workout? I have two words for you: Yes and no. Sorry, but that’s the way it is. Yes, there is a short and effective workout out there for you, but no, you can’t do it all the time. [ More ]

Try these natural remedies when colds strike

Try these natural remedies when colds strike

If your house has been hit hard by the winter cold season like mine has, there’s no need to run to the pharmacy. Go to the supermarket instead. Common kitchen ingredients like these can provide relief. [ More ]

Top picks for Super Bowl snacking

Top picks for Super Bowl snacking

Whether you’re cheering for the Giants or Patriots, there’s one thing all fans can agree on: we want to munch and sip on tasty treats this Sunday! Here are our testers’ top picks for a bunch of must-have Super Bowl items! [ More ]