Before Calling a Repairman or Mechanic

Go to RepairClinic.com or FixYa.com to get free advice and solutions. Sometimes it's as simple as flipping the breaker switch or reset button. My heat pump stopped working and all the repairman did was flip the breaker switch which cost me $75.
Have a concern about your car, go to 10w40.com to submit a question to a mechanic. You can also download auto repair manuals for your make and model car. Go to Cars.AnswerGem.com or Cars.JustAnswer.com where you can chat live with a certified mechanic for a small fee. To avoid getting over charged on car repair go to RepairPal.com and type in your car's make, model and suspected problem. You will find out what it should really cost to fix based on parts and labor. This site also includes troubleshooting tips and advice for the most common auto problems. (Woman's World)

Try This to Relax

Try a 12-minute Epsom Salt bath. Epsom salt triggers the release of trapped chemical toxins, heavy metals and pollutants from the body, which are flushed out through the pores. (Woman's World)

The Benefit of Sauerkraut

A study revealed that Polish women have approximately a 40% lower breast-cancer rate than women in the United States. Sauerkraut has hormone-regulating plant compounds that lower the risk of breast and other estrogen-related cancers. (Woman's World)

Organic Ketchup

According to a new study organic ketchup has three times more disease-fighting lycopene than the regular ketchup. Lycopene prevents cell damage which leads to wrinkles, heart problems and cataracts. Lycopene also helps reduce developing cervical cancer. (Woman's World)

For Fast Free Facts

If Google isn't helping, go to the the reference librarians at the New York Public Library at: NYPL.org/questions/chat.html ----- they give answers within minutes through a live chatroom 24/7. Info. from Woman's World Magazine

In Case your cellphone is lost

To make it easier for someone to find you if your cellphone is ever lost, just add an entry to your phone's contact list: "AAA CALL IF LOST", plus your home phone number. The AAA ensures that it's the first entry, so it's easy to spot. Article from Woman's World Magazine.

Whole Eggs fight fat!

Egg yolks are loaded with lecithin, a fatlike substance produced in the liver that helps block fat storage, and the B vitamin choline, which raises your metabolism. This is from an article in Woman's World Magazine.

Boost your metabolism with Soy and Caffeine!

A new University of Illinois study has found that when caffeine is combined with a special protein in soy, they work together to boost your metabolism. Researchers say the soy and caffeine increase the rate at which your body burns fat, as well as reduce the overall fat storage and boost muscle mass. The study found soy stops hunger by tricking brain receptors into feeling full. According to researcher Elvira de Mejia, Ph.D., Amino acids in soy increase your levels of the hormone leptin, which tells the brain when your stomach is satisfied. Try having 3 drinks a week. This article is from Woman's World Magazine.

Cheap Fat Burner

Reports from the Journal Of Agricultural and Food Chemistry show that adding vinegar to your meals will turn on the genes that rev up the body's fat-burning mechanism.

Discount Airfare

For last minute airfare discounts sign up on AirfareWatchdog.com or FareAlert.net

Used Coffee Grounds

Sprinkle around roses and azaleas because they add nutrients to the soil and caffeine encourages roots to spread!
Sprinkle around anthills and before you know it those ants will be marching away!
Pour down garabage disposal followed by hot water and turn on. The grounds will eliminate bacteria in the pipes and odor.

Info Mayhem by Carol Carter: Avoid Auto Fraud

Info Mayhem by Carol Carter: Avoid Auto Fraud

Avoid Auto Fraud

Go to: www.nmvtis.gov and link to one of the providers. Enter the VIN and follow the prompts.

Free Voice Text and Email

http://www.dial2do.com/


Dial2Do lets you do common tasks by just calling a number and speaking. Use it to send EMAIL or TEXT messages, record REMINDERS to help you remember things, post updates to your TWITTER or JAIKU stream and LISTEN to your favourite internet content. It's easy and handsfree...

Donate Your Cellphone

Donate your old cellphone so they can be recycled to buy calling cards for the military personnel serving aboard. Enter your zip code into CellPhonesForSoldiers.com to find a drop-off site near you.

Free Military Member admission to Parks!

Register at HeroSalute.com for free (to Military + 3 dependents) admission to Anheuser-Bush Adventure Parks throughout 2009! The parks include: SeaWorld, Busch Gardens, and Sesame Place Parks.

Help Soldiers call Home!

Donate your old cellphone so they can be recycled to buy calling cards for the military personnel serving aboard. Enter your zip code into CellPhonesForSoldiers.com to find a drop-off site near you.

Free Plants for your Garden

Get free Plants for your garden at FreeTreesAndPlants.com

Write a Letter to A Soldier

Write a letter to a Soldier who doesn't get regular mail. Log on to OperationMilitarySupport.com

Clothing Alterations

I have started doing alterations now. If you are in the Newnan, GA area check out my prices at: http://www.carolcalterations.com

203K Renovation Loan

When purchasing a home that needs repairs, ask your lender about the 203K renovations loan. Make sure your lender has experience in this type of loan.

Reduce Your Alzheimer's Risk by 76%

This is what I read in Woman's World Magazine. According to a study a cocktail like a Bloody Mary or a Screwdriver can reduce your risk of Alzheimer's by 76% because the compounds in the fruit protect pathway in the brain from being damaged by free radicals, and the alcohol triggers the release of a chemical that protects your memory center, scientists theorize.

Avoid Spending Mistakes

I just read something interesting to help save you money. Check out these reviews to avoid spending mistakes: For current movies and DVDs reviews go to rottentomatoes.com; For restaurants reveiws go to dine.com; For Dentists, Doctors, Salons and other services reviews go to yelp.com, For Electronics and computers reviews go to epinions.com