Two Controversial Supplements - from Consumer Reports
A lack of scientific evidence, combined with concerns about some fo the tactics used to sell reveratrol and acai berry products have cause controversy. CR Podcast

Mattress Shopping - from Consumer Reports
A Consumer Reports survey for the October issue found real differences between Mattress Brands and Stores. CR Podcast

Redesigned Toyota Prius Remains Most Fuel Efficient Car Drivers Can Buy
Redesigned Chevrolet Equinox improved, Nissan Cube not up to par with Scion xB or Kia Soul YONKERS, NY — The redesigned Toyota Prius remains the most fuel-efficient car consumers can buy at 44 mpg overall according to Consumer Reports’ latest...

CR Tests of Carbon-Monoxide and Smoke Alarms Found That Being Safe Is Far Too Complicated
YONKERS, NY – Consumer Reports latest tests of 25 smoke and carbon-monoxide (CO) alarms found that being safe is much harder than it should be. There is not one device that can sense fast-flaming and smoldering fires and warn consumers...

CR Reveals 12 Tasty Lower-Fat Snacks
Lower-fat options from traditionally high-fat categories are appetizing alternatives YONKERS, NY — Snackaholics don’t have to give up their favorite treats to maintain a healthy weight. Satisfying, lower-fat versions of foods like chips, cheese and even ice cream are readily...

CR Finds Top Performance Cordless Drills for Under $200
YONKERS, NY – Consumer Reports latest tests of cordless drills and tool kits uncovered top heavy duty models that deliver speed and twisting power at a great price. Shoppers can pay around $300 for a pro-grade Dewalt or Makita—or just...

CR Tips on How to Avoid Home Wreckers during the Holidays
CR offers advice on how to remove wine from carpet, candle wax on tablecloth and other holiday messes YONKERS, NY — Just in time for preparation for the holiday season, Consumer Reports offers tips on cleaning up household goofs like...

CR Poll: Consumers Angry At Credit Card Companies; Citing Unfair Treatment When Closing Accounts
Forty-Five percent of consumers say they are paying less with credit than a year ago. YONKERS, NY — Credit card holders are angry. More than a one-third (32%) have paid off and closed a card since January 2008, and half...

CR Rates Michelin Models Best In Tests of Four Categories of Tires
CR names several good tires that scored slightly below that cost significantly less YONKERS, NY — Consumer Reports rated four Michelin tires the top spots in all-season (S and T speed ratings) and performance all-season tires (H and V speed...

Consumer Reports Health News — October 2009
MANAGING A DIAGNOSIS OF ADHD It’s difficult for a parent to know whether a child’s daydreaming or overexcitement is normal behavior or a warning sign of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). The survey team at Consumer Reports Health recently polled...