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Your Money: A Fresh Start CNBC anchor Maria Bartiromo shares 9 key steps for starting 2012: "See what you're spending on, figure what you don't need—and sock those savings. Then plan your life goals." Read how » More advice: • Secrets of self-made millionaires » • 29 new, doable ways to save » • "Our family's no-buy experiment" » SHARE: 8 Kitchen Fixes to Lose Weight If you've got a New Year's resolution to ditch extra pounds, make sure your kitchen is stocked with the right stuff. From the three canned items you should always have on hand, to the best breakfasts to keep the pounds from creeping on, we found 8 surprising (and easy-to-follow) tips to help you reach your goal. Keep reading » SHARE: 13 Things Your Dentist Knows You never asked—but we did: "If your hands bled when you washed them, you'd run to the doctor. But in the public's mind, bleeding gums are okay. They're not: that's periodontal disease."—Dr. Ron Schefdore, Chicago, IL Read more » More 13 Things: • 13 fitness secrets only pro-ball players know » • 13 embarrassing health questions and answers » • 13 foods worth trying at a Greek restaurant » SHARE:   Sleep to Sexy, Smart and Slim Having trouble losing those last ten pounds, no matter how you change your diet and exercise routine? The problem could be your sleep... Save 48% now! readersdigeststore.com   Advertisement Aha! Super Sandwiches According to Giant Eagle grocery, Pittsburgh truckers eating on the go topped their heros with fries. The tasty tradition continues! Aside from the flavor bonus, you might eat fewer potato treats than if they were on the side. More super ideas » Keep eating—er, reading: • 15 secret tricks to transform meals » • 13 secret ingredients for irresistible cookies » • 6 easy soups from secret ingredients » SHARE: Science of a Happy Marriage Marriage expert Michael Gurian has been studying couples for over 20 years, and in this fascinating article explains brain chemistry: "A new stage of marital love awaits when the couple can finally discover each other, both as lovers and as men and women." Find out how to get there » More on love and togetherness: • The best (and funniest) marriage advice my dad ever gave me » • How to get your marriage off autopilot » • The ultimate sex guide for newlyweds » SHARE:   You are subscribed to this email as ignoble.experiment@arconati.us. You can unsubscribe from this email by updating your preferences. View our privacy policy. Please do not reply to this email. If you have questions or comments, email the editors. Reader's Digest Association 750 Third Avenue, 4th Floor New York, NY 10017 Copyright © 2012 Reader's Digest. All rights reserved.