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Kirkland Creamsicle

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This is an ideal out-the-door breakfast that is full of Protein, Vitamins B12, C, D , Calcium, and Riboflavin (not to mention all the other nutrients like iron, etc). Breakfast is probably the most skipped meal.  How many times have you had good intentions to start eating breakfast every morning to find yourself running late and saying that you'll grab something on the way?  By the time you're able to "grab something" they are all out of breakfast items so you end up settling for a donut or a bag of chips. Luckily for you, this delicious drink takes less time to make than the first cup of coffee.  No special equipment or brewing time required. Shake, Open and Pour. Ingredients: 50% Orange Juice + 50% Organic Soymilk = 100% Enjoyment This drink is also nice for a snack in between meals or a light dessert. The Kirkland Signature Organic Soymilk (Costco's in-house brand) is a U.S.A. product that comes in a case of 12 quart-sized co...

Gluten-Free Brands

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For those of you who have been gluten-free for some time probably know about these products but for those of you who are new it may seem that there isn’t anything out there.  There are new products being introduced practically daily.  Mainstream brands are also beginning to understand that they need to provide alternatives.  For example, Bisquick and Betty Crocker now have gluten-free products.  There is a HUGE expense to this diet and that it seems our items are 3X the price.  Then again, the price at the cash register is so much LESS than what a doctor visit, medication, and the overall suffering of not eating properly causes. Aleia * BetterBatter * Bob’s Red Mill (Flours, Oats) – This item can be found in most grocery stores in the baking or health food aisle. Chebe (Pizza Dough Mix, Bread Dough Mix, Cinnamon Rolls Mix) Deboles (Pasta) -- This item can be found in most grocery stores in the pasta or health food aisle. Dr Schar (Pasta) ...

Bulk Savings of Epic Proportions

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Did you read the Yahoo! article 10 Things You Should Always Buy in Bulk dated March 25, 2012?  It was a good article and also mentioned some great websites such as Hassle-Free Savings and Suddenly Frugal . I don’t know if all the things I purchase at wholesale clubs are considered “bulk” but some items I purchase using my wholesale membership include the following: Toilet Paper Paper Towels Gum Smart Balance tubs of butter Kitty Litter Toothbrushes Soap – Bath, Liquid Hand Laundry Detergent Dish Washer Soap Vitamins Frozen Fish (Wild Caught, not farmed raised) Razors Pasta Sauce (Gluten-Free) Cans of Tuna Fish Milk – Organic and Soy Milk Frozen Fruit (Organic) Canned Diced Tomatoes (Organic) Oatmeal Wine Computers This is not to say that I will only purchase them there.  For example, the vitamins can run me about the same when they are on sale at the drug store.  The kitty litter can also cost me the same at the pet store or a major discount st...