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Head games: That morning coffee buzz may be a myth

Kitchen & Food
By Sarah Burns on June 6, 2010 in

Woman drinking a cup of coffee.
Say you can't start your day without a cup of coffee? A new study finds that the morning buzz it gives you may be all in your head. That's right, java junkies, scientists now say regular coffee drinkers get no pick-me-up from their morning mug. Instead, the boost we experience post-sip is likely an illusion our brains create to more easily carry on the day.
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Waistland: How restaurants get you to spend more money

Health & Beauty
By Sarah Burns on February 21, 2010 in

Woman ordering at a restaurant

Enjoy eating out? You're not alone. According to a recent survey, over 130 million Americans will stop by their favorite restaurant tonight. Seems innocent enough, right? Wrong. The truth is, eateries today will work every angle possible to capture your dining dollars, quietly nabbing as much cash as they can while you comfortably chow down. But savvy diners don't have to fall prey to these tactics. Here, a few of their sneaky strategies and how you can put a halt on overspending.

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Which coffees are the most satisfying?

Kitchen & Food
By Sarah Burns on February 14, 2010 in

Coffee

Can't live without coffee? You're not alone. Recent studies show that most Americans kick off the day with a steamy cup of joe. At the basic level, consumers can choose between whole-bean and pre-ground coffee. Whole-bean products must be ground before brewing -- an additional step some consumers find off-putting. Most coffee experts say this simple action can pay off significantly, however, since immediate grinding before brewing leads to extra freshness and better flavor . Because of this, they repeatedly recommend whole-bean over pre-ground coffees.

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