I’m now three months in on trying to lose almost 40 lbs. It’s definitely not an overnight transformation, but I didn’t expect it to be either. As I’ve lost more and it became noticeable I’ve gotten the same question over and over again. I’ve even gotten it in email and facebook messages from readers…
“How are you losing weight?” “What are you using/doing?”
Quickly I’ve realized that this used to be my question too for friends that were successfully losing weight. It seems like a logical question, but really it shows where most of are mentally with weight loss. We are all looking for what is working, and most are hoping there is a quick and easy way to fix their problems (isn’t that the solution we want for everything?). Market reports show that the weight loss industry made 600 Billion in revenue for 2015, that includes everyone from Weight Watchers to all the pills, bars, etc. sold in every grocery and health store across the globe.
While there may be a place for pills, and even paying for programs I also want you to realize that weight loss can cost absolutely nothing with no magic pill needed.
What am I doing?
I am using a free app (MyFitnessPal) to track what I eat and free apps (Sworkit and C25K) to help me exercise. No special diet, no paid gym membership… It’s not the glamorous quick fix, it’s the age old answer your doctor has told you for years — You need to eat less and exercise more.
We don’t like that answer though do we.
A few weeks ago I answered a friend with “I’m just watching what I eat and trying to exercise” and her response was the honest truth we all feel. “Oh, I don’t want to do that.” She went from excitement thinking this might work for her, to disappointment in a split second.
It’s not glamorous, but it works. Turns out the reason I gained weight was me… the magic pill doesn’t change the problem, or the fad diet. I will always love Chick-Fil-A peach milkshakes and Krispy Kreme donuts, and I even eat them from time to time now, but have realized the consequences of eating too many calories.
Using my RN degree I feel confident in saying 95% of us don’t need to join a gym, or a weight loss program to start losing weight. There are the exceptions to this, but they are pretty rare. We just need to follow the age old wisdom and eat less and move more.
If the programs and gyms help you do this, then great. But for most just going for a walk at night around the neighborhood is better than what you have been doing. We don’t need to get fancy, we just need to do it.
Okay that’s my pep talk to all of us (myself included).
Here are the top deals you’ll find in the Publix Ad 6/8-6/14 or 6/9-6/15. There are deals on Chex Mix, Charmin, Bounty, and more.
You can see all of the Publix deals here.
Top Publix Ad Deals
- Chex Mix Snack or Chex Mix Popped, 7.5-15 oz, B1G1 at $3.65 ($1.82)
-Free Visa Pre-paid $5 card or $5 towards movie ticket WYB $10 in 7UP and Chex Mix products eCoupon
-$10 Publix Gift Card WYB $30 in participating products: Annie’s Mac, Bertolli frozen, Betty Crocker Fruit Snacks, Bugles, Chex Mix, Chef Boyardee, David Seeds, Fiber One Cookies, Gardetto’s, Gulden’s, Healthy Choice or Marie Callender’s frozen items, Hebrew National, Hunt’s, Libby Canned Meats, Manwich, Mott’s or Sunkist Fruit Snacks, Nature Valley Bars or Biscuits, Orville Popcorn, P.F. Changs frozen, PAM, Peter Pan, Progresso Soup, Reddi-wip, Rotel, Slim Jim, Van Camp’s, Wesson Oil, or Wolf Chili, (limit 3) rebate
-.50/2 Chex Mix, Chex Mix Muddy Buddies, Popped, Xtreme, Bugles or Gardetto’s, 3.7 oz+ printable
-.50/2 Chex Mix, Chex Mix Muddy Buddies, Popped, Xtreme, Bugles or Gardetto’s, SavingStar eCoupon
-.50/2 Chex Mix regular, Muddy Buddies, Popped, Xtreme, Bugles, Corn Snacks, Gardetto’s Snack Mix or Green Giant Veggie chips, puffs or fries, 3.7 oz+, Publix eCoupon
(use .50/2, makes it $1.32 ea. after SavingStar) (if doubles – makes it $1.07 ea. after SavingStar) - Betty Crocker Suddenly Salad Pasta or Suddenly Grain Salad, 5.5-8.3 oz, B1G1 at $2.29 ($1.14)
-.50/2 Betty Crocker Suddenly Salad, SS 05/15
-$1/2 Suddenly Salad by Betty Crocker printable
-$1/2 Betty Crocker Suddenly Salad, SavingStar eCoupon
-$1/2 Betty Crocker Suddenly Salad, Publix eCoupon
-$1/2 Betty Crocker Suddenly Salad, SS 06/12
(use $1/2, makes it 14¢ ea. after SavingStar) - General Mills Cheerios Cereal, 10.9-13.1 oz, B1G1 at $3.63 ($1.81)
-$1/3 General Mills Big G cereals, SS 05/15
-$1/3 General Mills Big G cereals, SS 05/22
-$1/3 General Mills Cheerios, Cinnamon Toast Crunch or Chex cereal printable
-$1/2 General Mills Cheerios cereals, SS 06/05
-$1/3 General Mills Cheerios, Cinnamon Toast Crunch, Chex, Lucky Charms, Cocoa Puffs, Trix, Reese’s Puffs, Fiber One, Cookie Crisp, Golden Grahams, Kix, Total, Wheaties, Dora the Explorer, SpongeBob SquarePants cereal, SavingStar eCoupon
-$1/3 General Mills Big G cereals, Publix eCoupon
-$1/3 General Mills Big G cereals, SS 06/12
-.75/1 General Mills Fiber One, Multi Grain Cheerios, Wheaties, or Basic 4 cereal printable
(buy (3), use (3) .75/1, makes it 72¢ ea. after SavingStar) - Bounty Paper Towels, 6 Big Rolls, 8 Basic Large Rolls or 3 With Dawn Gialnt Rolls, $5.99
-Free $10 Publix WYB $50 of Capri Sun, Maxwell House, Kraft, Planters, Heinz, Jack Daniels, Nabisco, Always, Bounty, Cascade, Charmin, Crest, Downy, Head & Shoulders, Pantene, Secret, Tide, Quaker, Frito-Lay, Gatorade, Propel or Lipton participating products, (Publix Coupon), Publix Stocking Spree rebate
-$1 off Bounty Basic paper towels, 6 ct.+ printable
-$1 off Bounty paper towels, 6 ct.+ printable
-$2 off Bounty Basic, 6 roll+, (Publix Coupon), Rethink Your Routine booklet
-.50/1 Bounty or Charmin Basic item, excl trial size, PG 05/29
-.25/1 Bounty product, excl single rolls, and trial size, PG 05/29
-.25/1 Bounty item, excl Basic, Single rolls & trial size, Publix eCoupon
-$1 off Bounty towels, 6-ct. +, RP 06/05
-$1 off Bounty rolls, 6-ct. +, excl trial size, or gift, bonus or value packs, limit 1, Checkout 51 mobile coupon
-$1/2 Bounty paper towels, 6-ct.+, on same receipt, Ibotta App mobile coupon
-.50/1 Bounty Basic item, excl single rolls & trial size, Publix eCoupon
-.20/1 Bounty product, excl single rolls, and trial size, PG 05/29
-.20/1 Bounty or Charmin Basic item, excl trial size, PG 05/29
(buy (2), use (2) $2 off store & $1/2 mfr, makes it $2.49 ea. after Checkout51 & Ibotta) - Armour Meatballs, 11-14 oz, B1G1 at $4.99 ($2.49)
-$1 off Armour Meatballs, RP 05/08
-$1.50 off Armour Meatballs, RP 05/08
(makes it 99¢) - Soy Vay Marinade & Sauce, 20-22 oz, B1G1 at $3.99 ($1.99)
-$1 off Soy Vay marinade or dressing, 13-22 oz printable
-$3 off Soy Vay combo: buy (1) Soy Vay Marinade any variety, AND (1) Kingsford Charcoal 5.9 lb.+, onn same receipt, Checkout 51 mobile coupon
(makes it 99¢) - Progresso Broth, 32 oz, B1G1 at $2.59 ($1.29)
-$1/3 Progresso products, excl Pasta Bowls printable (limit reached)
-.50/2 Progresso products, excl pasta bowls, SS 05/15
-$10 Publix Gift Card WYB $30 in participating products: Annie’s Mac, Bertolli frozen, Betty Crocker Fruit Snacks, Bugles, Chex Mix, Chef Boyardee, David Seeds, Fiber One Cookies, Gardetto’s, Gulden’s, Healthy Choice or Marie Callender’s frozen items, Hebrew National, Hunt’s, Libby Canned Meats, Manwich, Mott’s or Sunkist Fruit Snacks, Nature Valley Bars or Biscuits, Orville Popcorn, P.F. Changs frozen, PAM, Peter Pan, Progresso Soup, Reddi-wip, Rotel, Slim Jim, Van Camp’s, Wesson Oil, or Wolf Chili, (limit 3) rebate
(use .50/2, makes it $1.04) (if doubles – makes it 79¢ ea.) - $5 Publix Gift Card wyb $15 Worth of Dove Men & Tresemme – Dove Men+Care Body and Face Wash, 13.5 oz, or Antiperspirant Deodorant, 2.7 or 3 oz, or Shampoo or Conditioner, 12 oz, $4
-$1 off Dove Men+Care deodorant 2.7-3 oz, or Clinical Protection 1.7 oz, excl trial size, RP 06/12
-$2 off Dove Men+Care body wash 13.5 oz +, or bar soap 6-pk. +, excl trial size, RP 06/12
-$2 off Dove Men+Care hair care item, excl trial size, RP 06/12
-.50/1 Dove Men+Care antiperspirant, 2.7 oz, deodorant, 3 oz or Clinical Protection, 1.7 oz printable
(buy (4) Body Wash, use (4) $2 off, makes it 75 ea.) - Charmin Bath Tissue, 6 Mega Rolls, 12 Double Rolls or 16 Basic Rolls, $5.99
-Free $10 Publix WYB $50 of Capri Sun, Maxwell House, Kraft, Planters, Heinz, Jack Daniels, Nabisco, Always, Bounty, Cascade, Charmin, Crest, Downy, Head & Shoulders, Pantene, Secret, Tide, Quaker, Frito-Lay, Gatorade, Propel or Lipton participating products, (Publix Coupon), Publix Stocking Spree rebate
-$1 off Charmin Basic, 12 ct.+ printable
-$2 off Charmin Basic toilet paper, (Publix Coupon), Rethink Your Routine booklet
-$1 off Charmin products, 12-ct. +, excl trial size and gift, bonus or value packs, limit 1, Checkout 51 mobile coupon
-.50/1 Bounty or Charmin Basic item, excl trial size, PG 05/29
-.25/1 Charmin product, excl single rolls, and trial size, PG 05/29
-$5/$30 Charmin products, 12 pk.+, SavingStar eCoupon
-.50/1 Charmin Basic item, excl trial size, Publix eCoupon
-$1 off Charmin toilet paper, 12-pk.+ (Target coupon), RP 06/05
-$1 off Charmin toilet paper, 6-roll +, RP 06/05
-.25/1 Charmin item, excl Basic and trial size, Publix eCoupon
-.20/1 Bounty or Charmin Basic item, excl trial size, PG 05/29
-.20/1 Charmin product, excl single rolls, and trial size, PG 05/29
(buy Basic, use $2 off store & $1 off mfr, makes it $2.99) - Gilette Disposable Razors, 2-12 ct., $2 Off
Mach3 Disposable Razors, Venus Daisy, Good News!, Custom Plus, Custom Plus 3, Sensor3 or Fusion
Gillette Good News Disposable Razors, 12 ct., $6.49
(after sale)
-$1 off Gillette Venus disposable razor, 2 ct.+, cannot use this offer with any other coupon, Checkout 51 mobile coupon
-$1 off Gillette Daisy disposable razor, 4 ct.+ printable
-$2 off Gillette disposable razor, excl trial size and gift, bonus or value packs, Checkout 51 mobile coupon
-$1.50 off Gillette Venus disposable razor, 2 ct.+, limit 1, cannot use this offer with any other coupon, Checkout 51 mobile coupon
-$3 off Gillette or Venus razor or disposable 2-ct.+ disposables, excl Sensor2 2-ct. and Daisy 2-ct, and trial size, PG 05/29
-$3 off Gillette or Venus razor or disposable, excl sensor2 or Daisy 2ct, Fusion ProfShield & Venus Swirl Razors, Publix eCoupon
-$3 off Gillette Custom Plus 3 disposable razor printable
-$3/2 Gillette disposable razor pks., 2 ct.+, excl Daisy 2 ct. printable
-$3 off Gillette Mach 3 disposable razor printable
-$2 off Gillette Sensor 2 disposable razor pk., 10 ct.+ printable
(buy Good News, use $3 off, makes it $1.49 after Checkout51) - Nature Valley Bars, 4.68-8.94 oz, B1G1 at $3.34 ($1.67)
-.50/2 Nature Valley granola bars, 5-ct. +, SS 05/01
-$1/2 Nature Valley Granola Bars (Publix coupon), SS 05/22
-$10 Publix Gift Card WYB $30 in participating products: Annie’s Mac, Bertolli frozen, Betty Crocker Fruit Snacks, Bugles, Chex Mix, Chef Boyardee, David Seeds, Fiber One Cookies, Gardetto’s, Gulden’s, Healthy Choice or Marie Callender’s frozen items, Hebrew National, Hunt’s, Libby Canned Meats, Manwich, Mott’s or Sunkist Fruit Snacks, Nature Valley Bars or Biscuits, Orville Popcorn, P.F. Changs frozen, PAM, Peter Pan, Progresso Soup, Reddi-wip, Rotel, Slim Jim, Van Camp’s, Wesson Oil, or Wolf Chili, (limit 3) rebate
-.50/2 Nature Valley granola bars or Backpacker, 5 ct.+ printable
-.50/2 Nature Valley granola bars or Backpacker chewy oatmeal bites, 5 ct.+, SavingStar eCoupon
-.50/2 Nature Valley Granola Bars or Backpacker Chewy Oatmeal Bites, 5 ct +, Publix eCoupon
-.50/2 Nature Valley granola bars 5-ct.+, or Backpacker Chewy Oatmeal Bites, SS 06/12
(buy (2), use .50/2 mfr & $1/2 store, makes it 67¢ ea. after SavingStar) (if doubles – makes it 42¢ after SavingStar) - Vlasic Pickles, 14.5-46 oz, B1G1 at $3.49 ($1.74)
-$1 off Vlasic Bold & Spicy pickles printable
-$1/2 Vlasic products (exp 6/15) printable (limit reached)
-$2/2 Vlasic pickles or relish, 9-46 oz, (Publix Coupon), Summer Cookout flyer or (exp 6/17) printable
-$1/2 Vlasic products printable
(buy (2), use $2/2 store & (2) $1 off, makes it both FREE)
Right now you can get the best price we’ve seen the newest Peanuts Movie. Get it for $11.99 with free Prime shipping.
This is $10 cheaper than most other stores!
Amazon prices can and do change all the time, so don’t wait too long on this one. It was just $5 more two days ago looking at pricing graphs.
If you don’t have prime, you’ll get free shipping with any $35 order.
This week at CVS you can get deals on Scott, Glade, Palmolive and more! Plus, take a look at all of the extra CVS store coupons they are giving out this week. It always helps me to know what is coming at the Coupon Center.
Always stop at the CVS coupon center first before shopping and don’t forget that you can scan your card twice to get even more coupons! To get even more coupons from CVS, make sure you are signed up for their emails and for the CVS Beauty Club.
Here are some coupons people are reporting this week (you won’t get everything listed, but you’ll get some of them).
Expires In One Week
$1.50 off Mascara, nail polish, lipstick, foundation, blush purchase, $4+
30% off Deodorant
B2G1 Greeting cards
$3 off Cosmetics purchase, $20+
$3 off Almay cosmetics purchase, $9+
$2 off Razor cartridges or refills purchase, $8+
$2 off Prilosec
$2 off Baby shampoo, wash, or lotion, incl. CVS brand, purchase, $20
Expires In Two Weeks
$3 off Prilosec OTC, CVS Omeprazole or any heartburn relief purchase, $20+
$1 off Vitamin, incl. CVS brand, purchase, $10+
25% off Facial moisturizers, cleansers, or acne care
$1 off Body lotion, incl. CVS brand, purchase, $5+
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My favorite necklace is on sale today! Get a triple stacking marble necklace for $9.98 shipped with coupon code NEWJEWELS at checkout.
These are really three necklaces in one. They have once clasp but then break into three chains in the front. This became my favorite necklace quickly, I wear it with most of my solid color shirts now and if you live in my area you’ll see it on every news segment I do…
You can pick from silver with turquoise stones and gold with marble. I have the marble one, but am pondering grabbing the turquoise too now that I’ve told you my secret, I don’t need the whole city thinking I only have one necklace.
There are many other necklaces, earrings and bracelets on sale too, all 50% off with the coupon.
This sale will end tonight at midnight, don’t wait if you want them. Shipping is free on every order.
Today only, Amazon is offering up to 40% off select Little Tikes Toys. You can choose from ride-ons, wagons, bounce houses, trampolines and more.
This is just in time for Summer! These items could make for some special gifts too.
Deal Idea:
Little Tikes Bright ‘n Bold Table & Chairs $31.99 (reg. $51.99)
Little Tikes Trampoline $39.99 (reg. $79.99)
Little Tikes Lil’ Wagon Novelty $21.49 (reg. $26.99)
Offer valid today 6/13 only. Shipping is FREE with $35 or more or with your Amazon Prime account.
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Here is a fun freebie on Always Discreet products! Register and get a coupon for a FREE Always Discreet Liner, Pad, or Underwear pack, no purchase necessary.
It’s a great way to try out this product or grab it to donate since it’s FREE!
Offer valid through 6/27 or while supplies last. (1) Coupon per household.
Allow 4-6- weeks for delivery. Coupon expires 9/30.
See more Freebies.
Heads up Walgreens shoppers! Get a great deal on Purex Plus Clorox2 Detergent at Walgreens through 6/18.
There is a $1 off Ibotta offer that can make this detergent 99¢. This is a great item to donate too especially for less than $1.
Walgreens Deal Idea:
- Buy:
Purex Plus Clorox2 Liquid Detergent 43.5 oz $1.99
Pay $1.99, get back -$1 off Purex plus Clorox2 liquid detergent, Ibotta App mobile coupon
makes it 99¢
Here are some more deals to grab too:
Last week was our big Summer Vacay Giveaway and we’ve chosen all of the winners. All of the winners have been emailed, but if you see your email address listed below but didn’t receive an email, contact media(at)southernsavers(dot)com.
Yard Games
Win Yard Games
hngarrett@
Frozen Drink Machine
Win a Frozen Drink Machine
momofjcs@
Cuisinart Ice Cream Maker
Win an Ice Cream Maker
stephjem95@
lasselva@
Water Toys Giveaway
Win Water Toys
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eno Hammock Giveaway
Win an eno Hammock
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