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February 27, 2013
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nstead of cheating on your diet, start a love affair with foods that taste great and are packed with nutritional benefits. “Eating healthy lets you look and feel your best, which is why I try to incorporate at least one of what I call ‘Foods with Benefits,’ such as eggs, into every meal of the day,” said Candice Kumai, chef and cookbook author. “Grade AA eggs are my choice because they contain double the amount of omega-3s, twice the amount of vitamin D, 10 times more vitamin E, 35 percent more lutein and 25 percent less saturated fat when compared to ordinary eggs.” See Recipes on Page 6.
Candice’s Favorite Foods with Benefits n Eggs
— Eggs are a lean protein source loaded with vital nutrients such as vitamin D, vitamin E, lutein, omega-3s, which are beneficial for heart health and healthy eyes.
n Potatoes
— Filled with key nutrients such as fiber, iron and vitamins C and B6, which help regulate blood pressure and promote a healthy brain.
n Asparagus
— A great source of fiber, iron, folate and vitamins A and K, which support the digestive system and fight inflammation.
n Peaches
Sunny-Side Up Eggs Over Asparagus
— Contain beta-carotene, vitamin C, potassium, fiber and antioxidants, which promote a healthy immune system and combat disease.
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How To Save More of Your Money
Avoiding Costly Errors On Your Tax Return BRANDPOINT
Making mistakes is one of Americans' biggest fears at tax time. A single error can delay the processing of your return or even cause it to be rejected by the IRS. If that happens and you're entitled to a refund, get ready to wait. Today's sophisticated tax preparation products make doing your own taxes perfect the first time at an affordable price — or even free — a reality for millions of Americans each year. "Online and downloadable solutions have everything the vast majority of taxpayers need to file their taxes with complete confidence," says Jessi Dolmage, spokesperson for a tax preparation software company. "Using do-it-yourself tax preparation software solutions drastically reduces the chance of errors, especially if you import last year's return information." If you're doing your own taxes for the first time this year or aren't able to import last year's return, be especially careful to avoid these common errors.
Make the small changes that add up to big savings StatePoinT
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aving more money and paying off debt are promises we all seem to make to ourselves with every intention of seeing through. But somehow, we wind up in the same spot we were before. How can you make sure that you keep your promise to take control of your finances and make your money work for you? ■ Figure out what your objectives are — be it paying off debt, buying a first home, or saving for vacation. Identifying your goals can help you stay motivated. Consider placing a visual reminder somewhere you’ll see all the time, like the refrigerator. ■
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Many people have no idea how much money they spend monthly. Creating a spending plan is vital if you want to make your money do for you what you want it to. If you share your finances with someone else, make sure he or she is part of this process as well. Many financial services companies offer free tools to help you easily see what you’ve been spending and ways you can save. Some offer savings
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guides, help with creating spending plans and examples of comprehensive personal financial goals that help you to lay out a strong plan in an easy way. ■
Make the small changes that add up to big savings. Most people have small expenses that they can live without. Maybe for you it’s a coffee every morning on your way to work. If you do this every weekday, that
adds up to $1,300 per year! If that’s important to you, then fine. But if it’s not worth the annual amount you’re spending, cut the cost. The idea is not to strip the fun from your life, but to save money on things that you really don’t care about. ■
Involve your whole family. Many parents feel the need to shelter kids from financial strain, but budgeting is an invaluable life lesson that you
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Ask for help! If you feel you could use some guidance, reach out to a certified credit counselor who is licensed by your state’s banking department and has an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau.
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Every year, the IRS receives millions of returns with misspelled names and incorrect Social Security Numbers (SSN), particularly those of dependents. When processing your return, the IRS verifies names and SSNs on your return with the Social Security Administration's database. If the information doesn't match, the IRS will notify you. Although the errors are easy to correct, they could delay refundable credits for parents and college students, and refunds for the Earned Income Tax Credit.
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Every Day: Fried & Baked Chicken, Fresh Baked Dinner Rolls, Cornbread, Mashed Potatoes, Fried Green Tomatoes, Fresh Vegetables, Salads, Desserts Monday: Beef Tips & Rice, Meatballs, Salisbury Steak, Broccoli Casserole Tuesday: Country Fried Steak, Fried Chicken Livers, Salmon Croquettes Wednesday: Salisbury Steak, Fried Pork Chops, Chicken with Dressing Thursday: Meatloaf, Fried Chicken Livers, Country Fried Steak Friday: Fried Fish, Hush Puppies, French Fries, Casserole of the Day Saturday: BBQ Ribs, Hot Wings, Country Fried Steak, Chicken Alfredo Sunday: Chicken with Dressing, Ham, Meatloaf, Country Fried Steak