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Default Food coupons (again)!

On Thu, 12 Jun 2008 16:16:10 -0400, "Kswck" >
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>
>"Andy" <q> wrote in message ...
>> Food coupons (again)!
>>
>> From what I recall, use the coupon to buy the smallest of the offer to
>> save
>> the most.
>>
>> What say you?
>>
>> Andy

>
>Stupidmarket coupons can save a lot of money-IF you are willing to spend
>more money on name brand goods. Most times, store brands are MUCH cheaper
>and taste the same.


yes, you have to make that comparison as well.

>Also keep in mind that many coupons are for goods that are frozen,
>pre-packaged (read as highly processed) and usually not stuff that the
>average weight conscious or health conscious person will eat anyway.
>


but you do often see coupons for non-perishable condiments and such
that can be useful.

you have to apply some intelligence.

your pal,
blake