Dollar stores are a godsend for people lucky enough to live close to one and most of us do.

It’s smart to buy certain items at a dollar store.

Same goes for certain foods.

Three glasses of cola

You might be surprised by one of them.

Your local supermarket may offer a better deal.

Another iffy dollar-store beverage buy ismilk, or any fresh food, for that matter.

Soda bottles without labels

It’s far healthier than soda and doesn’t require a special trip to the store.