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Foods That Have Greatly Increased in Price

Matt Herkimer — Fri, 26 Oct 2012 08:26:07 +0000

We all know about the increased price of gasoline and a college education but there have also been some hefty price increases right under our noses, or should I say mouths. Business Insider has come up a list of everyday foods that have soared in price.

Checkout Line Impulse Buying Hard on the Diet

Matt Herkimer — Mon, 12 Mar 2012 08:30:09 +0000

I did it again today. I was in line at a grocery store checkout counter patiently waiting when I spotted it. A dark chocolate Dove Bar. I always rationalize buying one of these by telling my self dark chocolate is a heart healthy choice. However according to a study I came across from IHL impulse buying at the checkout counter can be tough on the waistline with candy, chips and soda the primary culprits.

Food Shopping-Same Price, Less Product

Matt Herkimer — Mon, 21 Feb 2011 13:44:37 +0000

You might not find that your grocery shopping tab isn't going up as dramatically as some reports say but you may notice that your bag of goods isn't as heavy as it used to be. The reason? Food retailers are maintaining their prices on some goods but lessening the product size. We found a few examples courtesy of "Consumer Reports" magazine.

Spend Less Cash With Cash

Greg Splashin' McShea — Fri, 18 Feb 2011 15:15:22 +0000

We all stroll into the supermarket each week, and sometimes stroll out with lots of grocery items we never intended to buy. Why? One reason may be if we are buying those groceries on a credit or debit card. “The next time you go food shopping, hit the ATM first. In a simulated shopping session, [...]