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6 Ways to Change Your Spending Habits

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Use alternative methods of transportation , a.k.a. Cook at home. Cooking is really not hard, it just takes some organization. Instead of using your car and spending money on gas, why not invest in a good bicycle or walking shoes. Plus you will save a ton on gasoline and parking fees.

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How to Establish an Eco-Friendly Lifestyle at Home

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Look at applying these strategies in your home; you will probably find that you can influence your immediate circle of friends and relatives and possibly your local community. Cook at home using fresh ingredients – home-cooked food is generally healthier, more nutritious, less fattening and uses less energy.

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Why Are Americans So Fat?

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Sometimes we choose to walk, but we no longer need to do so as a means of transportation for the most part. We wake up, stroll to the kitchen, sit in a chair, hop in the car to drive to work, sit in a chair at the office all day, go to lunch with the gang and sit in a chair, hop in the car to drive home, then sit in a chair to watch TV.