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Cashing in on those birthday freebies

Cashing in on those birthday freebies

January is my birthday month, and I’ve been stockpiling “gifts” from my favorite retailer loyalty programs. So far, I’ve received a $3 birthday gift coupon from CVS, a free product opportunity from The Body Shop, 15 percent off my next purchase at Crabtree & Evelyn, and a $10 coupon at my local pharmacy. [ More ]

Someone stole my American Express card!

Someone stole my American Express card!

I wasn’t pickpocketed, not exactly, but someone tried to use my American Express account number. Fortunately, AmEx spotted the fraudulent activity and sent me an e-mail right away. Had I attempted to use my card to send a $17.75 Express Mail package with the Post Office that morning? I hadn’t. [ More ]

You CAN fit exercise into your day

You CAN fit exercise into your day

You've made the resolution to exercise more, am I right? But you're STILL not doing it, right? No time! No space! No workout gear! As a fitness professional, I hear all the excuses. I understand, I really do. With everyone’s busy schedule, fitting exercise in can be a huge challenge. [ More ]

Recent product recalls

Recent product recalls

EXPANDABLE LUNCH BOXES About 248,000 expandable insulated lunch boxes with freezer gel packs imported by California Innovations Inc., of Toronto, Canada and sold at Costco Wholesale Clubs, Leon Korol, and Cost U Less stores between May 2007 and September 2008 for about $10. [ More ]

Out with the old in with the new (lightbulbs)!

Out with the old in with the new (lightbulbs)!

Tempted to stock up on those old, familiar 100-watt lightbulbs that are on their way out? That's right. They're being phased out, as are 60- and 75-watt bulbs, which will be off the market by 2014. Though you can probably still pick them up while supplies last, don't become a hoarder of old bulbs. [ More ]

New at the grocery store: Cleaner, lighter, better

New at the grocery store: Cleaner, lighter, better

Maybe you’ve already noticed these changes happening now at your local supermarket, according to the Institute of Food Technologists in Chicago. Food labels are getting cleaner, whole grains are big business, and there are more healthier opetions out there. [ More ]

BBB names its Scams of the Year

BBB names its Scams of the Year

We’ve been warning everyone for years about protecting yourself from scam artists, but sometimes, the online pitches just seem so legit, you know? The website looks professional, there’s contact with people—what could be wrong with it? According to the Better Business Bureau, could be nothing, but it could be EVERYTHING. [ More ]