Vacation season is creeping up on us!  With summer recess, Memorial Day, summer roadtrips, and family reunions soon upon us, there will be a jump in prices at the gas station. Gasoline prices at the pump can take a toll on your pocketbook.   Here are seven ways you can save the next time you decide to “filler-up.

Money.   We all want to make more and invest well it well, but most of us don’t have the time to follow the over 50,000 stock and funds recommendations by “the experts. ”  So here are five money-making and investments tips that could help you make better “money” decisions: 1.

A recent study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA), found that people who ate lots of fiber and plant sterols naturally lowered their cholesterol by 29%.   What are plant sterols? you may be asking.   They are foods that millions of us like to eat everyday:   almonds, walnuts, olives, eggplant, avocados, olive oil, and flaxseed.

You don’t need expensive equipment or tedious gym membershipes to get and effective workout.   Here are three great exercises you can do just about anywhere! Exercise #1: For a cardio burst (increased heart rate while also strengthening your legs and back). Start in a squat position, arms bent in front of you, and then jump up, rotating your body 180 degrees to the right and land in a squat.

 Do you dream of an extra vacation?  Or you saw a bargain on a toy you've been keeping your eye?  But don't have the extra money?  Here are five tips to help you keep a little more “green” in your pocket: Live within your means. Hold off on purchases until you can pay cash.   This is easier said than done.

A recent study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA), found that people who ate lots of fiber and plant sterols naturally lowered their cholesterol by 29%.   What are plant sterols? you may be asking.   They are foods that millions of us like to eat everyday:   almonds, walnuts, olives, eggplant, avocados, olive oil, and flaxseed.

Did you know that you can save money by helping our environment?  It's TRUE!  According to the National Resources Defense Council, the two biggest offenders of global warming are coal-burning power plants and cars.   What can you do about it?  Here are 10 easy things you can do to save money on your energy bill and help reduce global warming: 1.      Turn Off The Power.

You may have heard (or hoped) that chocolate is good for you.   It’s true, if you eat the right kind.   Studies show that eating small amounts (7 ounces a week) of high-quality dark chocolate has health benefits.