Start a Vegetable Garden

With spring and summer approaching, now is a good time to start thinking about a garden.   By growing your own vegetables, you can save a little on your grocery bill and, just maybe, increase the amount of vegetables your family eats!    Bonus!   Utilize your local library or get advice from your garden center for advice on how to start: which materials you'll need and depending on the size of your garden - how much space will be required.   Which vegetables do you love?  Focus on … [Read more...]

Drink More Water

How, you ask, can drinking more water help you save money?  Well, not only is drinking more water good for your health (which can save on doctor's bills down the road), but drinking a full glass before meals means you'll eat less, which can save on food costs.  Drinking more water can also increase productivity, since dehydration can make you feel fatigued, which means you're probably spending more time on tasks than you have to!  Most people don't realize it, but by the time you 'feel … [Read more...]

Go Meatless on Mondays

One way to cut back on food costs is to eat less meat!  The simple truth: meat is expensive!  By going vegetarian for even just one day a week, you'll save money AND improve your diet.  Most people don't eat enough vegetables and whole grains on a daily basis, but it's never too late to start!   The people at MeatlessMonday.com feel Monday is a good day to go meat-free because you are more likely to maintain those good behaviors throughout the week.   Not only that but going meatless can … [Read more...]

Top Foods to Buy Organic. Save your Health & Your Money.

Life is full of stress.  Jobs, kids, school, bills, health worries and the list goes on.  One way to combat stress is by eating well. Eating foods that are high in vitamins and health benefits, help to build your immune system, making you (and it) stronger!   But what if those foods are filled with pesticides or hormones?  Are they as healthy for you?  Solution: GO ORGANIC!  But who can afford it?  Organic foods can be really expensive. Solution: When shopping, only buy the organic … [Read more...]

New Year Diet? 5 Free Sites Help to Stay Healthy

What did I do New Years Eve?  Well,  it was December 31st and of course I ate my way into the New Year!  Actually I didn't fret about the calories -- like everyone else I know that the new year will bring new desire to maintain my health and wellness and the desire to zip up my jeans without lying down! The new year is the time when I give myself a clean slate!  Did you know that keeping track of what you eat, when you eat and when and how you exercise (if you can maintain consistency & … [Read more...]

Vitamins & Supplements – How to Save

As life gets more and more hectic, we tend to reach for quick foods that don't exactly nourish us in the best way possible.   Even when we're not stressed, we don't always eat the best! Daily, and especially during stressful times, it's important to "take your vitamins" - just like mom used to say, to supplement what your body is missing out on. But what vitamins to take and how much will all this cost? Tips on how to choose and how to find the best deals on vitamins: Adjust your … [Read more...]

20 Ways to Save on Healthcare Costs (Insurance, Meds, Etc)

With the huge controversy surrounding health care and health insurance - we all have concerns over what we can afford and what will happen to our health insurance plans, if we're lucky enough to have one!  Health insurance is often covered by your employer's group coverage and for others (who are self-employed),  not working or in-between jobs, you may need to buy it on your own.  No one should have to go without healthcare. Regardless, we are all have questions and there are no easy … [Read more...]

Tips that Add to Health, Wealth & Happiness!

By: Jan Leasure, Super Saver 1.) Take a mini break at work. (I am guilty of not following my own advice). Take a breath, run an errand, step outside and walk around the block on a nice day. You will be refreshed and more productive, not to mention having a better attitude! 10,000 steps will give you cardio and improve your quality of life, small commitment, big results. Plus you can clip coupons more efficiently! 2.) Just say "no"! This is almost impossible for me. I am the "yes" girl. … [Read more...]

Tips for Saving Your Health

By: Jan Leasure, Super Saver Saving Money is paramount; Tips for saving your health are equally if not more important! Try these healthy time savers! 1.)Walk when you can! Take a 30 minute walk instea of sitting on the cafeteria. Did you know if you walk 10,000 steps a day you will not have a weight problem and will have a difficult time GAINING weight. Be consistent. 2.) Drink More Water. Keep yourself hydrated by drining 8 - 10 glasses of water during the day. Staying hydrated keeps … [Read more...]