Instead of always needing or wanting something, or worrying or obsessing about food and dieting–concentrate on giving gifts to others. Here are some ideas for “getting outside of yourself.”   —  Give someone an hour of your time.—  Help a friend sort out the boxes in their garage or attic.—  Read to a child.—  Call…

I frequently write about my recommendation for eating 3 meals and 3 snacks per day. If you have a little, you’re less hungry, and that can save money and calories.  In other words, instead of the classic 3 (big) meals a day try six little moments of eating spaced throughout the day. In each little…

Yes, it’s great to want to be as pure and healthy as possible by buying and eating organic foods.  But if you’re trying to lose weight and save money and like me, I can’t really afford to go organic. My wife buys organic milk, for example.  A half-gallon costs $5.15!  Yikes!  A half-gallon of regular,…

Do you really save money buying food and supplies in large quantities?  The answer is yes.  There is a difference in places to buy food in bulk, though, so do your homework.  Basically, when it comes to savings there are supermarkets that have great sales when you can stock-up, there are co-ops, and then warehouses…

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