Consumer Corner

Here are a few tips and tricks to save money and avoid possible dangers in your life…

Carpooling:  Obtain car insurance that covers potential injury to all passengers when you drive.  Your current policy may only cover family members.

Ocean Riptides:  If you’re ever caught in an ocean riptide, don’t fight it!  These fast-moving currents will pull you away quickly.  Go with it (it won’t be far) or try swimming parallel to the beach until you’re out.

Dangerous Products.  To check for the latest product recalls -- on everything from groceries to toys to cosmetics -- go to www.recalls.gov.

Cut Down on Dirt.  85 percent of household dirt, dust and allergens comes from the bottom of your shoes.  Take off your shoes at the door and ask your kids and guests to do the same.  Keep a supply of socks handy to cover bare feet.

Mirrors:  Magic windows.  Hang a mirror on the wall directly opposite a window.  The reflected outdoor view will give the illusion of a second window in the room.


Why Do Old Firehouses Have Circular Staircases?

Because in older days, the horses that pulled the fire engines were stabled on the ground floor of firehouses and figured out how to walk up straight staircases!  (they be smart!)

 

 

Confused About Nutrition Bars?

      While nutrition bars sound good for you, they’re not all created equal.  If you munch on the wrong kind, you’ll consume too many carbohydrates and calories, gain weight and won’t get the energy boost you need. 

      There are the four basic types of bars:  1) Energy bars: The original PowerBar designed for marathoners.  Some are fortified with vitamins and minerals.  2) Protein bars: An energy bar with extra protein and possibly extra fat.  3) Weight-loss bars: These vary nutritionally depending on the diet they follow.  4) Meal-replacement bars: These contain the equivalent of a low (200-400) calorie meal.   

      How do you know what to buy?  Here’s the best advice:

  • Eat a healthy diet.  If you need a pick-me-up, snack on an apple, a handful of almonds, or a peanut butter sandwich on whole-wheat bread.
  • Choose the bar that’s right for you.  Are you looking for a meal replacement or just a snack?  If the bar has over 200 calories, it counts as a meal.
  • Read the labels carefully.  Check out the calories, protein, carbs and fat.
  • Buy one bar before you buy the box.  If you don’t like the taste, don’t waste your money.
  • Don’t overdo it.  If your car is filled with nutrition bar wrappers, you’re eating too many!

Word of The Month…

Experts say a strong vocabulary is a sign of higher intellect and advanced culture.  Here’s this month’s word, so you can impress your friends and colleagues…

Verity   \’vear-eh-tee\  (noun)

Meaning:  A true fact or statement.

Example Sentence: Ben Franklin’s statement, “in this world nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes,” is held as a verity by many people to this day.

 

 

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