How to Save at the Supermarket

A mix of small independent grocers and large regional chain supermarkets is primarily responsible for keeping our cupboards full. But in recent years, a handful of grocers have been expanding their national presence. If one of the stores below isn’t already in your neck of the woods, it may be soon. Aldi has over 2,000…

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15 Ways to Save on Thanksgiving Food Shopping

7. Check the circulars. Planning well to minimize your trips to the store can save you time and reduce your impulse purchases. “If you can save $30 by spending 15 minutes looking at grocery ads, is it worth it?” Economides asks. “I certainly think it is.” 8. Get a store loyalty card. Most grocery chains’…

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How Much Melatonin Should You Be Taking? (2026)

Two things I always watch for with supplements, even with guidance from my doctor: Does it have a CGMP certification, and is there any data to back up the marketing claims? CGMP stands for “Current Good Manufacturing Process,” which are FDA guidelines put in place for a product’s safety. This includes where and how it…

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8 Best Gas Ranges of 2025, Tested by Our Experts

But there has been negative news about gas ranges. Outside studies and CR’s own testing have found that cooking on a gas stove may produce byproducts that are bad for the environment and can pose risks to the respiratory health of certain vulnerable people. While research is ongoing, one thing is clear: Ventilation is critical…

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Three New Recalls Issued for Possibly Radioactive Shrimp

The recall issued by Southwind Foods includes the following brands and sizes of shrimp products:• Arctic Shores frozen cooked shrimp (sizes: 16/20, 31/40, 41/50, 61/70, 91/120, 150/200): 6-ounce, 12-ounce, 1-pound, and 2-pound bags. • Arctic Shores frozen raw shrimp (sizes: 16/20, 26/30, 31/40, 41/50): 1-pound and 2-pound bags. • Best Yet frozen cooked shrimp (sizes:…

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Trump Wants Venezuela’s Oil. Getting It Might Not Be So Simple

President Donald Trump has made it clear: His vision for Venezuela’s future involves the US profiting from its oil. “We’re going to have our very large United States oil companies—the biggest anywhere in the world—go in, spend billions of dollars, fix the badly broken infrastructure, the oil infrastructure,” the president told reporters at a news…

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