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Obradovic/istockphoto Are Rice Krispie Treats the New Protein Bar for Gymgoers?
Big-name protein bars like Clif, Quest, and Pure Protein run about $10 for a box of anywhere between 4-6 bars. That’s a lot of loot for a little protein punch before a workout. Still, gymgoers make no qualms about shelling…
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Jennifer Magid I Made The Trendy Barbie Pasta, and It’s Surprisingly Hard To Achieve the Perfect Pink
“Barbiecore” is hot right now, as the media assumes we’re all eagerly anticipating the release of the new Barbie movie. Everywhere you turn, there’s something pink-colored that you’re supposed to buy, try, or eat. So I decided to make TikTok’s viral…
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Trader Joe’s by Mike Mozart (CC BY) Did You Know There’s a Tiny Trader Joe’s Just for Kids?
Grown-ups love Trader Joe’s. They may say they’re just picking up some groceries, but the truth is, they love wandering the aisles, sniffing the low-priced flower arrangements, and perusing all the snacks and cheeses. They invariably pick up more than…
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Rachel Schneider / Cheapism I Made Copycat Starbucks Cake Pops and They’re Better Than the Real Thing
I am not a frequent Starbucks patron. Personally, I can’t get past the high prices, so I stick to the Keurig in my kitchen with some Starbucks creamer if I’m feeling fancy. I’m also a copycat recipe fanatic, and there…
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Witthaya/istockphoto I Gained 25 Pounds — and I’ve Never Been Happier With How I Look
An Unhappy History I’ve always known that I was fat. While, in retrospect, I suppose I’ve mostly been on the chubby side of average, you wouldn’t know it from the feedback I got from friends and family. As a child,…
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Liliboas/istockphoto Report: Your Fourth of July Cookout Will Cost Almost $70 This Year
We hate to be the bearer of bad news, but your Fourth of July cookout will still be pricey this year. According to a new report by the American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF), families will pay close to $70 for their…
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Rachel Schneider / Cheapism This Fruit Pizza Recipe Is a Fan-Favorite at Family Gatherings — and Perfect for the Fourth of July
Not to be dramatic, but if I tried to sneak past the Fourth of July without serving my family my famous fruit pizza, they would probably disown me. For every…
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Alina Wang / Cheapism I Tried Red Lobster’s ‘Ultimate Endless Shrimp’ and I’m Hook, Line, and Sinker for Two of the Five Options
In case you haven’t already noticed, we love a good deal here at Cheapism. When it comes to all-you-can-eat specials, you best believe we’ll be game to try ’em out.…
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M&M’s Everything You Wanted to Know About M&M’s But Were Afraid to Ask
Do you ever wake up in the middle of the night in a cold sweat with burning, unanswered questions about M&M’s? Sure you do; we’ve all been there. The candy…
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Vrbo Kid-Friendly Airbnbs That Are Perfect for Families With Children
Traveling with kids can be exhilarating, but it can also be a real pain entertaining bored little ones who are used to their creature comforts. If you want to actually…
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Rachel Schneider / Cheapism Scrub Daddy vs. Scrub Mommy: Which Viral Cleaning Sponge Reigns Superior?
If you watch any of TikTok’s #CleanTok videos of someone cleaning their kitchen, you’re bound to see a Scrub Daddy or a Scrub Mommy. The sponges are so common in these videos…
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AaronAmat/Getty Images 9 Cheap and Natural Hacks to Eliminate Odors and Make Your Home Smell Amazing
If you’re looking for natural ways to refresh your home and make it smell like a tropical paradise or luscious forest without having to spend money on harmful chemicals, you’ve…
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sandoclr/istockphoto Feeling Too Lazy to Cook? TikTok’s Viral ‘Girl Dinner’ Is Your Answer for a Fast and Easy Meal
If you’re feeling guilty because you’re too tired to make a proper dinner and end up just snacking, don’t feel bad about it — you’re actually on trend. TikTok’s newest…
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Airbnb Barbie’s Malibu DreamHouse and Other Celeb Homes You Can Stay on Vacation
With so many housing options to choose from on vacation, why not take stab at a stay at Barbie’s Malibu DreamHouse or a home you’ve seen on TV? You may remember…
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Wilder Shaw / Cheapism I Tried Bud Light Next, a Beer With Zero Carbs and Zero Excitement
Bud Light has had a good thing going for a while. Even craft beer nerds can agree that Bud Light is an incredibly solid light lager, and Bud Light seltzers…
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OntheRunPhoto/istockphoto Southwest Airlines Customers Claim There’s a New Scam To Watch Out For
Scroll through Twitter at any time of day and you’ll likely come across someone who is fuming about an airline experience. The latest complaint? One Southwest Airlines customer is claiming…
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miroslav_1/istockphoto Happy Campers: 10 Tricks for Staying Cool in Your RV
Most of the best RV shows take place in the winter, but the season for putting endless miles of road in the rearview mirror of your travel trailer, motorhome, or…
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DavidPrahl/istockphoto Protect Your Garden From a Heat Wave With These Cheap Solutions
Temperatures in some parts of the country have been smashing records lately. If you’ve noticed your plants wilting faster than an ice cream cone on a summer day, it’s likely because…
