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07

May

Food shopping while hungry? Not a good idea
On average, hungry people purchased 5.7 high-calorie products, while the group that ate before shopping bought 3.9 high-calorie products.

Food shopping while hungry? Not a good idea

On average, hungry people purchased 5.7 high-calorie products, while the group that ate before shopping bought 3.9 high-calorie products.

26

Mar

Thrifting 101: How to find the best clothes
With a little time, patience and practice, you can uncover the best togs from the miles of unused stuff at the thrift store.

Thrifting 101: How to find the best clothes

With a little time, patience and practice, you can uncover the best togs from the miles of unused stuff at the thrift store.

15

Feb


 Who buys generic more often, Democrats or Republicans? 



Research suggests that conservative ideology may be associated with reliance on established national brands over generic brands or new products.

Research suggests that conservative ideology may be associated with reliance on established national brands over generic brands or new products.

23

Nov

10 freaky facts about Black FridayAs you head out into the madness, may the odds be ever in your favor. (And these bits of trivia may come in handy as you stand in line.)

10 freaky facts about Black Friday
As you head out into the madness, may the odds be ever in your favor. (And these bits of trivia may come in handy as you stand in line.)

10

Nov

Is free shipping really free?Are ‘free shipping’ promotions a great way to save money, or just a ploy? We investigated what online retailers are really offering.

Is free shipping really free?
Are ‘free shipping’ promotions a great way to save money, or just a ploy? We investigated what online retailers are really offering.

06

Jul

How to pay less for healthy foodThe point is, it pays to pay attention. Excited? Well, grab that canvas grocery bag and let’s get shopping!

How to pay less for healthy food
The point is, it pays to pay attention. Excited? Well, grab that canvas grocery bag and let’s get shopping!

29

Jun

The way America shops for food is about to changeStudy: Millennial shoppers prize convenience, freshness and do not put an emphasis on brand loyalty when considering food purchases.

The way America shops for food is about to change
Study: Millennial shoppers prize convenience, freshness and do not put an emphasis on brand loyalty when considering food purchases.

11

Jun

Get on board the non-consumption trainAsk yourself the following 13 questions before you continue through that check-out line.

Get on board the non-consumption train
Ask yourself the following 13 questions before you continue through that check-out line.

22

Apr

10 best street markets in the world

10

Apr

What to buy used (and what not to)Save money and reduce your environmental impact by buying previously loved stuff — with a few notable exceptions.

What to buy used (and what not to)
Save money and reduce your environmental impact by buying previously loved stuff — with a few notable exceptions.