This week: Best spice to lower cholesterol; Medicare Adv. star ratings; Most successful Shark Tank products; Veggies less nutrition rich now; Lowest rated nonstick pan; HBO Max-Paramount+ combining; Best refrigerators; Fake US store site #ProtectConsumers ConsumerWorld.org

Here we shrink again... more products become victims of #shrinkflation. This time, its candy, coffee, cereal, cheese and more. #ProtectConsumers mouseprint.org/2026/10/17/he…

This week: Millions may lose access to cheap foreign drugs; Are you owed money in Apple settlement?; Beware medicare scams; Costco to sell senior health insurance; How to block unwanted calls; What does AI know about you? #ProtectConsumers ConsumerWorld.org

.@Starbucks was just sued in a class action for advertising certain coffee beverages as sugar free when in fact they were loaded with sugar. "Sugar Free Caramel Protein Matcha" actually has 16 grams of sugar -- that's 4 teaspoons. #ProtectConsumers mouseprint.org/2026/10/12/st…

This week: Medicare Advg. premiums to drop 16%; The average net worth of Americans is?; Major appliance brands high in ratings, customer satisfaction; Calcium/Vit. D not that beneficial for bones; Don't say this in consumer complaints. #ProtectConsumers ConsumerWorld.org

It looks like an upscale clothing store in Boston with high regular prices. But where exactly is it? City records show it registered in a run-house. All the goods appear to be shipped from China and you need to mail returns back there. #ProtectConsumers mouseprint.org/2026/10/05/ch…

This week: Worst things to buy online; Why has the Laughing Cow stopped laughing?; Look up vitamin and supplement claims for proof; Great Costco store-brand products; 5 red flags at real estate open houses; Blood test can detect cancers. #ProtectConsumers ConsumerWorld.org

Bombas, the Shark Tank company that gives one pair of socks to the needy for every one sold, has been sued alleging that the company runs deceptive sales with comparisons to regular prices rarely charged. #ProtectConsumers mouseprint.org/2026/09/28/bo…

This week: How much you need to live comfortably in each state; If a porch pirate steals your Amazon package; Beware medical portal scams; Find out your insurance score; Food mfrs announce price hikes; What fed rate hike means for you. #ProtectConsumers ConsumerWorld.org

Here We Skimp Again-- This time, some popular supermarket products that promote high protein content have reduced the amount of... protein! #Skimpflastion #ProtectConsumers mouseprint.org/2026/09/21/he…

This week: Got suspicious call or voicemail? New number scam checker helps; Cars that should last 300,000 miles; Most/least popular grocery stores; Hotels offering 65+ discounts; How peanut butter affects blood sugar; Cheeseburger deals. #ProtectConsumers ConsumerWorld.org

Don't fall for a mystery shopping recruitment scam where they send you a check in advance for your first shopping assignment. The check will bounce, and you'll be out the money you had to lay out to buy gift cards. #ProtectConsumers mouseprint.org/2026/09/14/do…

This week: Frugal tips that work (+ those that are a waste of time); Avoid this ingredient in canned tomatoes; Beware fake MyChart messages; This Costco red wine worth triple; Top video doorbell w/o subscription; Gas 50c/gallon off. #ProtectConsumers ConsumerWorld.org

There are some pleasant and unpleasant surprises buried in the fine print of your credit card's benefit booklet. My card offers free TSA PreCheck (who knew?), but is taking away 2 other benefits in 2027. #ProtectConsumers mouseprint.org/2026/09/07/su…

This week: Things to avoid at dollar stores; How to get less junk mail and calls; Medicare advantage plans rated; Did you get an unexpected box?; When you can't reach a customer service human; When an old car costs too much to maintain. #ProtectConsumers ConsumerWorld.org

Earlier this year, MyPillow was sued alleging they were running misleading sales advertising so-called "regular" prices for their pillows that they rarely if ever charged. The case survived a motion to move the matter to arbitration. #ProtectConsumers mouseprint.org/2026/08/31/my…

This week: These are the 8 states that tax social security; 10 complaints about Dollar Tree; These brands/products don't last as long; Beware added ingredients in shredded cheese; Cars that depreciate less; IRS to reward some taxpayers. #ProtectConsumers ConsumerWorld.org

The largest supermarket chain in the Washington, DC area just made digital coupons easier for shoppers to use by installing "Savings Station" kiosks. Just scan your loyalty card and all that week's advertised digital coupons are loaded. #ProtectConsumers mouseprint.org/2026/08/24/gi…

This week: This little travel insurance mistake cost them $19K; Habits that shorten your fridge's lifespan; Hottest zip codes for real estate now; Stainless steel cleaners tested; Best hospitals 2026; Why major appliances don't last. #ProtectConsumers ConsumerWorld.org

For years, most people who tested their blood sugar had to prick their finger to put a drop of blood on a test strip and then into a meter. But if you believe this online ad, a new cheap device requires no blood. Don't fall for it. #ProtectConsumers mouseprint.org/2026/08/17/mi…