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MichaelSvoboda/istockphoto 25 Cheap Ways to Spur Fat Loss
Fat loss can be achieved without pricey supplements, gym memberships, or pay-to-play diet plans. Instead, there are plenty of simple and inexpensive options to kick off a healthy fat-loss cycle naturally. In fact, many of these easy tips involve saving…
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Sarsmis/istockphoto 30 Vegetable Recipes for People Who Hate Vegetables
Making vegetables appetizing to those who are not naturally convinced of their goodness can be tricky. Rather than relying on butter, cheese, and sugar — which can make anything taste good — it’s best to embrace the techniques that maintain…
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monkeybusinessimages/istockphoto The Best Boutique in Every State
Drive across America and you’ll see a whole lot of the same. Big-box stores, malls, and corporate outlets dot the shopping landscape from coast to coast. But the country’s true fashionistas know that bigger isn’t always better, and it’s still…
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Alija/istockphoto 22 Places to Hang Out Where You’re Most Likely to See a Celebrity
In Los Angeles, celebrity spotting is a routine occurrence. While jetting off to Southern California may be one way to catch a glimpse of a movie, television or reality star, it’s certainly not the only way. From coast to coast…
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chombosan/istockphoto I Started Taking a Daily Probiotic and This Is What Happened
The Importance of Gut Health Researchers continue to uncover just how important gut health is to overall health. The bacteria in the gut are now known to be predictors of overall health and specific issues ranging from obesity to allergies…
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anyaberkut/istockphoto How to Drink in Other Countries
When traveling to other countries, it’s important to learn as much about the local customs and traditions as you can, and that’s particularly true when it comes to drinking alcohol. Not only will you avoid offending someone and not stick…
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mandritoiu/shutterstock “Lowe’s vs. Home Depot: Which Has Better Prices and Services?”
Do-it-yourself season is all about organizing the garage, doing something about your outdated kitchen, building a deck, or painting that dingy room. Whatever the project may be, chances are you’ll…
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4FR/istockphoto Most Remote States in the U.S.
For those seeking to truly get away from it all, it’s not necessary to travel to an exotic, deserted island halfway around the world. There are states throughout this country…
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alexsl/istockphoto The Grocery Waste Chain: What Happens To Items That Don’t Sell?
Where do all the squishy avocados go? Cheapism spoke to industry leaders in food retail and learned that close-to-expired food doesn’t all end up in the trash. In fact, this…
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Ivelin Radkov/shutterstock 15 Low-Cost Alternatives to a Juice Cleanse
Juice cleanses may be a raging fad, but they’re not the be all and end all of detox programs. In fact, many people find that juice cleanses make them feel…
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Mladen Mitrinovic/shutterstock I Started Meditating, and This Is What Happened
If I said you could break your phone addiction, declutter your closets, and enjoy better sleep and more stable moods with just minutes of free meditation a day, would you…
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AZarubaika/istockphoto 30 Travel Hacks That Will Save You Money
It takes a little extra effort to find the best deals on travel, but when done right, all the savings add up, making your trip a bargain. From knowing how…
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shapecharge/istockphoto 20 Benefits of Growing Old
When we’re young, we often wish that the hands of time would slow down so we wouldn’t have to grow old. But little do we know that there are numerous…
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GregorBister/istockphoto 25 Items You Should Always Keep in Your Car
Even if you’ve ponied up for a roadside assistance plan, your car is a wise place to keep an assortment of handy just-in-case items. For instance, toting something like a…
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weerapatkiatdumrong/istockphoto.com 25 Energy-Saving Products You Need in Your Home
Trying to boost your home’s energy efficiency isn’t just eco-friendly — it can pay off big time when those utility bills hit your mailbox every month. Though some “green” upgrades…
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Best and Worst Jobs for Women: Where to Watch Out for the Wage Gap
Women are CEOs of many American companies, yet women in this country still earn 79 to 83 cents on average (depending on the study) for every dollar earned by men.…
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Rolf_52/shutterstock 22 Small Towns with Vibrant Art Scenes
Art lovers flock to big cities for amenities like world-class museums, major performing arts venues, and funky districts full of galleries, studios, and hip boutiques. But don’t assume small-town America…
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cdwheatley/istockphoto 24 Low-Cost Cruises to Take This Spring
Spring can be one of the most challenging times to score a bargain on a cruise. That’s due in large part to spring break and Easter, when many travelers are…