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Alliance/shutterstock 28 Fall Recipes That Showcase Seasonal Fruits and Veggies
Adjusting to the more limited selection of fresh fruits and vegetables in local markets after the bounty of summer can be trying. Sticking with seasonal produce, though, makes the most of any food budget. There are plenty of inventive ways…
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laflor/istockphoto 7 Cheap Ways to Fight Migraines
What do Serena Williams, Ben Affleck, Janet Jackson, and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar have in common? They all reportedly suffer from migraine headaches. Migraines affect about 12 percent of American adults, according to the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke. Dealing…
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Courtesy of trulia.com 25 Most Expensive Apartments on the Market Across the Country
While most Americans can only dream about spending $85 million on a sprawling condominium, there’s no charge to drool over such lavish homes. With the help of Trulia, Cheapism has compiled a list of more than two dozen of the…
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Nastiamed/shutterstock Managing Chronic Pain: 10 Ways to Feel Better for Less
Chronic pain can be terrible, but its treatment can be fatal if done wrong — reports suggest the death of legendary musician Prince in 2016 was from a prescription pain medication overdose. The American Chronic Pain Association likens a patient…
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RamilF/istockphoto 51 Cheap and Easy Fall Recipes
Between apples, pumpkin, squash, and cranberries, autumn brings not only crisp days but countless options for thrifty and delicious dishes that capitalize on seasonal fare. Whether you’re gathering the family for Sunday dinner or headed off to an autumn potluck,…
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andresr/istockphoto We Tried 7 Moisturizers for Sensitive Skin and This Is the Best
Moisturizing sensitive skin is no easy task. A lotion that’s too greasy can cause breakouts; another may not offer enough hydration; and just one wrong ingredient can cause a rash. Exactly which rogue ingredient makes skin react can vary widely…
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Manny The Frenchie/facebook.com 30 Dogs Who Make More Than Their Owners
There are a lot of benefits that come from owning a dog. Dogs typically earn their keep by warding off thieves, keeping a neighbor’s cat out of the yard, or…
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andresr/istockphoto Must Love Dogs: 14 Unexpected Jobs for Animal Lovers
Dog lovers everywhere will be happy to know that there are plenty of jobs and career paths that allow for spending your days with man’s best friend. While some of…
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LeoPatrizi/istockphoto 10 Cheapest Dog Breeds to Own
For many kids, a puppy is at the top of the “Mommy, I want” list. But before snapping up the first Fido they spot, shoppers should keep in mind the…
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nensuria/istockphoto Los Angeles Restaurants Where Kids Eat Free
Cooking at home may be the most economical option, but sometimes we all just need a break. Luckily, many restaurants offer free or discounted meals for kids during the week…
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monkeybusinessimages/istockphoto 25 Most Affordable Towns for Singles
Finding an affordable town where you’d actually want to live is hard enough when you’ve got a partner. With only one income, no one to split the bills with, and…
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ArtMassa/istockphoto San Antonio Restaurants Where Kids Eat Free
Sometimes any excuse to get the kids out of the house is a good one, but when free food is involved, there’s no excuse necessary. San Antonio has many restaurants…
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Monkey Business Images/shutterstock 20 Adventures for Thrill-Seeking Senior Travelers
For many, 70 is the new 50, and boomers who have been pushing the envelope — and themselves — since they were kids are not willing to stop just because…
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ktaylorg/istockphoto How Much the Tooth Fairy Has Left Kids Over the Years
For generations, parents have been telling kids with wiggly teeth a tale that would be fairly disturbing if it were true. When a loose tooth finally drops, a mythical fairy…
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Monkey Business Images/shutterstock 14 Small Home Projects That Can Help Seniors Age in Place
The aging process is rarely kind, and limits to mobility become more pronounced as the years pass. Still, more than two-thirds of adults age 50 and older would prefer to…
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sergeyryzhov/istockphoto Best Grocery Savings This Week at Walmart, Kroger, Aldi, and More
Are you loyal to one particular grocery store, or do you prefer to shop around and find the best deal? Either way, chances are that you’re always looking for the…
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Yuri_Arcurs/istockphoto Rhinoceros Horn and 16 Other Bizarre Anti-Aging Treatments
Some people really do want to live forever. How else do you explain the $250 billion people paid in 2016 alone trying to make themselves appear forever young? But some…
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RapidEye/istockphoto 20 Tenant Horror Stories That Will Make You Never Want to Rent Again
Every landlord seems to have a horror story about problem tenants, but there’s a flip side to that coin: There are plenty of nightmare landlords out there, too. Some of…
