THE SAVVY SHOPPER

You don't need an expensive gym membership or fancy exercise equipment to get a great workout, not according to Consumer Reports m...

A s the holidays approach I'm starting to think about great gifts to buy for family and friends. I do my best to select special items ...

When selecting food, most of us prefer the familiar. Too often we resist new dishes and taste sensations. What are we afraid of exactly?...

Although it's impossible to avoid all germs, many doctors agree there are measures you can take to keep from catching every virus tha...

Michael Jackson and dancers from "This Is It" rehearsals Yesterday I di...

On a recent show, Oprah visited families around the globe, featuring the lives of women. I'm a sucker for these kinds of programs. Th...

Would you buy a refurbished computer? I did -- the second time around -- and saved 18% off the sticker price. I bought my first computer...

Receiving product samples is wonderful. Who doesn't like trying something for free? In our poor economy, businesses must scrabble to ...

I know people who eat all their meals out and keep practically nothing in their cupbards or refrigerators, except for bottled water, or per...

Many skin care products in today's market can leave you broke, especially those claiming to have anti-aging properties. A line I ...

Last week I walked into The Walking Company , a shoe store and was approached by a salesman. He asked, "Can I help you find your s...

Chocolate dates back centuries -- to 1100 BC. It was treasured like gold from the beginning of recorded history. The Latin name for the c...

Do you wake up each morning and reach for a fix of vitamins, minerals and other dietary supplements? I know I do. Right after breakfast, ...

When it comes to wine , you can talk about appearance, sensations and finish. Dwell on aroma, complexity and character, if you wish. Bu...