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Poll: Over Half of Americans Stress Over Grocery Prices

10/15/2025

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A recent poll indicates that over half of Americans find rising grocery costs stressful.
Experts advise smart shopping, including using sales and discounts to manage expenses.
They recommend splurging on condiments and extra-virgin olive oil.
Extra-virgin olive oil is pricier but may benefit brain health and chronic disease risk, so use cheaper oils for everyday cooking and reserve EVOO for special dishes.

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Story summary

A recent poll indicates that over half of Americans find rising grocery costs stressful.
Experts advise smart shopping, including using sales and discounts to manage expenses.
They recommend splurging on condiments and extra-virgin olive oil.
Extra-virgin olive oil is pricier but may benefit brain health and chronic disease risk, so use cheaper oils for everyday cooking and reserve EVOO for special dishes.