Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 26, 2012

In the studies that included them systematically, food and drink, transport and housing are consistently the most important areas – across both different studies and the different impact categories compared (global warming, acidification, photochemical ozone formation, and eutrophication). What do you have to lose?

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For the Mommas

DECEMBER 8, 2014

Statistically, Kat should not have been able to rise above her raisings, but she manages to triumph over violence, betrayal and ignorance to live a life that she had dared not dream. What better time to open your kitchen to your friends and family and prepare them tasty foods?

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Saving Everyday

AUGUST 1, 2022

Like housing, utilities, and insurance, food is a major expense you can’t go without. Reducing your food expenses is one of the best ways to reduce your overall spending and find extra money in your budget ! Consistently using things you already have not only saves money but also prevents food waste. Have a plan.

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Groceries Grocery Food and Drink Saving 52

Saving Everyday

AUGUST 1, 2022

Like housing, utilities, and insurance, food is a major expense you can’t go without. Reducing your food expenses is one of the best ways to reduce your overall spending and find extra money in your budget ! Consistently using things you already have not only saves money but also prevents food waste. Have a plan.

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Groceries Grocery Food and Drink Saving 52

Savings Corner

DECEMBER 24, 2023

To find some objective answers to the where-to-retire question, Bankrate crunched a bevy of statistics on costs of living, public health and other metrics to create a comprehensive ranking of the best and worst states to retire in the U.S. With all these possibilities in front of you, you may not know where to start.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 9, 2012

Reading this statistic surprised me, even though I’m one of the 0.6% Additionally, an increase in exercise will typically cause your body to naturally crave food that is good for you. Did you know that 90% of Americans drive to work despite the fact that 70% of them have a commute that is less than 2 miles?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 19, 2013

Statistics released by the National Association of Home Builders show the average home size in the 1970s was 1400 square feet; in 2004, this had blown out to a whopping 2330 square feet, almost twice the size. Many are realizing that all that space is dragging them down financially. How much room does a family really need? Money Tips'

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For the Mommas

JULY 21, 2015

16 million children live in food insecure households. Nearly half of all households needing assistance from food banks have an adult who is unemployed? These statistics amaze me and make me sad too! Nobody should have to decide between paying their rent or putting food on the table. Facebook, Twitter, etc.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 27, 2011

Do not leave the fridge door open any longer than you need to and use a microwave rather than an oven to heat small amounts of food. The savings from these minor changes alone could fuel 2 million new homes according to the latest government statistics! So, are you wasting energy and money? Are You Wasting Valuable Energy and Money?

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Saving Cents With Sense

OCTOBER 22, 2013

Double-check your emergency kit, and make sure you have road flares, tire sealant, extra money, a small gas can, water and storable food (like protein bars, MREs, etc.) Five people died of winter exposure in their cars in 2012, according to NOAA statistics. if you plan on taking a longer road trip. Fall for Better Car Care Tips.

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Cars Car DIY Mom 101

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 27, 2012

Statistics show that nearly one in two Americans are in serious financial problems due to their debt levels. See if you can identify with any of these statements: I spend more than I earn I don’t have a household budget I use credit cards all the time to buy everyday essentials like food, gas, transport.

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For the Mommas

AUGUST 16, 2013

Gooseberry Patch and Garfield the cat… it’s a match made in food heaven! An overprotective single mother of two, she is acutely aware of the statistical dangers lurking around every corner—which makes her snap decision to aid a stranded motorist wholly uncharacteristic. Garfield…Recipes with Cattitude! Thanks, Mary.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 24, 2012

Only 43 percent of adults keep close track of their spending , and more than 128,400,000 adults do not know how much they spend on food, housing, and entertainment, and do not monitor their overall spending (according to the 2011 Consumer Financial Literacy Survey Final Report of the National Foundation for Credit Counseling).

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United States Personal Finance Economical Finance 202

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 13, 2016

All those yummy food commercials use all kinds of methods to make the food look salivatingly good – from glued on seeds on the hamburger buns to soda loaded with antacid to make it bubbly. They interviewed kids who used the toy to see if they thought it lived up to the expectations set by the commercials. Reciprocity.

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Saving Everyday

OCTOBER 3, 2022

Statistically, most Uber drivers don’t get a lot of tips, but my husband does, and it’s because he does thoughtful things like this. Deliver food. As the holidays approach and people become busier, the demand for food delivery skyrockets. Print out a little cheat sheet you can give people when they ask.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 8, 2014

It is food, so maybe a need. According to Statistic Brain 45.5 Last summer in my Grandma Rie’s Money Camp, we gave the 3 kids advertisements from the Sunday paper and asked them first to identify and cut out things that were needs; and then to do the same with things that were wants. Is butter a need or a want?

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Phones Parenting Kids and Family Credit Cards 204

Saving Cents With Sense

AUGUST 8, 2013

After a long busy day at school kids come home hungry and reaching for snacks, but as our current childhood obesity epidemic statistics show the snacks they have been grabbing may not be very good for them. You know your children and their particular tastes in foods. Adapting flavors, proteins, fruits, etc. is relatively easy.

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For the Mommas

SEPTEMBER 14, 2015

I don’t know about you, but that statistic makes me sad and I want to help change it! Meet Myrical – Take the Dove Self Esteem Quiz & Save $3 at Giant. Did you know that 6 in 10 girls stop doing what they love because they feel bad about their looks? This is #GirlsSelfEsteemMonth and Dove wants to help too.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Food truck Food trucks are hugely popular, often offering unique, specialty foods that often wouldn’t sell as easily in brick-and-mortar restaurants. Although you will need some funding to get this kind of endeavor started, it will certainly be a lesser-lift than some other food-service businesses.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 14, 2012

Discussing how it is easier to eat healthy when you have food stamps but once that is gone or you have “graduated” from the program, you can no longer eat as well. By ditching your grocery list in favor of a meal plan, you can take control of your finances and your eating, and change the way food affects your budget.

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