What to buy a baby boomer dad for Father’s Day
About 17 million baby boomers are fathers. I e-mailed six boomer dads and asked what they’d like to receive for […]
Food
How often should you clean your refrigerator?
One of the most popular articles I’ve written as a consumer journalist was about food storage. I invited an inspector
Will you be growing food this year?
Gardening is such a good way for consumers to grow their own organic food and cut their food bills. It
Unlocking The Power of Your Money Recall of the Week: Haier toaster oven/broilers
About 106,000 toaster oven/broilers, imported by Haier America Trading L.L.C., of New York, are being recalled, reports the U.S. Consumer
How to wash your hands
We’ve heard it dozens of times in the last two weeks on the news: To help prevent Swine Flu, wash
Unlocking The Power of Your Money Recall of the Week: Philips Senseo one-cup coffeemakers
About 155,000 Philips Senseo one-cup coffeemakers are being recalled, reports the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. An electrical fault and
Organic Consumers Association offers tips on Earth Day for greener baby boomer living
I caught Ryan Zinn, 34, national campaign coordinator for the Organic Consumers Association, just before he was headed out the
Recall of the Week: Kinder-brand chocolate eggs
Despite the fact that Kinder-brand chocolate eggs are banned in the United States, the candy – with a toy
Consumer Reports rates top supermarkets
Shoppers found Wegmans' and Trader Joe’s supermarkets are among the most satisfying chains to shop at, according to Consumer Reports