Sneaky Ways to Save:
Loyalty Cards
Sounds obvious, right? Your grocery store really values you as a customer, and they need your business. They all compete for you by advertising the best deals. BUT, you have to use their card! Most stores tell you how much your card saves you at the bottom of your receipt. Don't underestimate how much these can save you.
Got Mail?
Have a favorite brand or company you love? Tell them about it! Write or e-mail the company and tell them how much you love their product. Also mention you are interested in trying more, and would appreciate a coupon to try something new. I have had luck with Applegate Farms for organic meats. The chicken nuggets are delicious! Buitoni pasta also sent me several coupons when I had a problem accessing their online coupon system. Most companies love to hear from their fans. Wouldn't you?
Subscribe & Save
I suggest having at least one e-mail account solely for collecting coupons. Many companies prefer to e-mail you their coupon, and you don't want to litter up your personal account. You can also subscribe to newsletters and bulletins, so you can see any new deals or specials they might be running. I LOVE checking my coupon account and finding several new gems. Oh, the joy!
You can also register your account with your favorite grocery store chain. If there is a big event happening, a Super Double coupon day for example, you'll be the first to know. They also reward their loyalty card holders with online coupons and deals. You can even charge coupons to your loyalty card (see above) to stack coupon power! (more on that later...)
Recyclebank
Recyclebank is teaching about green living and rewarding members. Start an account and start earning points to put towards coupons, gift cards, and other deals. You watch simple, educational commercials and complete short quizzes to earn points. You can also pledge to recycle to earn points. They are always unveiling new ways to earn! I love this site's message, and I have earned several Kashi coupons and $5 off at my local grocery store. They mail you your goodies, so it's another mailbox present. Can you tell I love getting mail??
Facebook
Woohoo! Facebook is really impressing me lately with all their online coupons. "Like" a certain product or brand on FB, and print off a high value coupon. Sometimes there are technical glitches and they do go quick. Be on the lookout, you might be surprised what you find.
(It's funny because it's true.)
But, all the coupons I see are for junk food. What if I want to eat healthy food? You can't ever save on those, it's just too expensive!
In my gathering of coupons, I soon learned that certain healthy or organic products were really hard to find. Since that is a staple in my house, I made it my mission to find them. Here is a short list of some of my favorite brands that are very coupon friendly. Check out their sites for coupon deals and subscriptions:
Next time, we'll talk about coupon lingo. Use 2 Qs on a BOGO! Say what!? 
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