Start The New Year With TruSkin Vitamin C Serum

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As I progress into my 40’s, I am becoming more aware of the importance of having a skincare routine. Not too long ago, one of my college roommates brought up the topic of skincare in a group text. This made me reflect on what I use to take care of my own skin. I have heard others sing the praises of various serums, oils, masks, creams and moisturizers. However, I pretty much just stick to the basics (cleanser and sunscreen/moisturizer combo).

Coincidentally, I recently had the chance to try TruSkin Vitamin C Serum, thanks to Moms Meet. TruSkin has been a trusted brand for years, and this year they are launching a re-branding with new packaging. However, their product formulations will remain the same.

This TruSkin Vitamin C Serum contains Vitamin C, MSM (Methylsulfonylmethane), Botanical Hyaluronic Acid and Vitamin E. The three key purported benefits of this serum are:

  • fighting of free radicals (preventing premature aging)
  • brightening and evening of dark spots
  • reducing signs of aging

Since these are all concerns of mine, I was eager to incorporate this serum into my routine.

I chose to apply the serum on at night, after washing my face. The dropper makes the serum very easy to apply. A little goes a long way! It felt pleasant on my skin and dried quickly. There was no discernable scent. My skin immediately felt softer. Although my skin felt “tighter”, there was no stinging sensation.

I have not been using this serum for too long, but I feel like my skin has visibly improved. It definitely feels smoother and I am hoping that my dark spots will fade with consistent use. If you are looking for a serum to add to your skincare routine, TruSkin Vitamin C Serum is worth checking out.

Where To Purchase TruSkin Vitamin C Serum

Save 10% on any TruSkin products by using the promo code MOM10 on their website; visit momsmeet.link/truskinshop.

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Happy Snacking With Happy Little Plants Protein Puffs

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Happy 2021! Our family had a restful and restorative end of the year, and I hope you did as well. One of the things that I look forward to this year is continuing to build this blog. It is always fun to introduce new food products, and today I want to share about Happy Little Plants Protein Puffs.

These Protein Puffs are highly snackable. They are light and crunchy and come in three flavors: Nacho Cheese, Ranch, and Cinnamon & Sugar.

One serving of these plant-based Protein Puffs contains a remarkable 16 grams of protein, which is 29% of your recommended daily value. They are preservative-free, gluten-free and are made with non-GMO ingredients.

The Cinnamon & Sugar flavor is not overly sweet and reminds me of a churro.

We brought the Happy Little Plants Nacho Protein Puffs on a recent hike. These puffs are a satisfying snack that provide more than just empty calories. Everyone in my family enjoyed them.

Here’s to a happy and healthy 2021!

Where To Purchase Happy Little Plants Protein Puffs

Happy Little Plants Protein Puffs are available for purchase on Amazon.

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Comfort Food Reboot With Boiron Acidil

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*CLAIMS BASED ON TRADITIONAL HOMEOPATHIC PRACTICE, NOT ACCEPTED MEDICAL EVIDENCE. NOT FDA EVALUATED

I first heard of Boiron homeopathic medicines at a conference that I attended several years ago. Until then, I had never tried any homeopathic products. I started to take Boiron Oscillococcinum whenever I felt some sort of sickness was coming on. This product made me a Boiron believer!

Thanks to Moms Meet, I had a chance to try Boiron Acidil Meltaway Tablets. These tablets are designed to treat occasional heartburn or acid indigestion symptoms. We all know the feeling of an upset stomach after over-indulging, or eating certain “trigger foods” (e.g. spicy, fried, or acidic). I took Acidil after a couple of meals during this holiday season and it provided almost immediate digestive relief. You can also take these tablets before you eat, if you anticipate ill effects. The meltaway tablets are quite convenient for those who do not like swallowing pills. Boiron Acidil is appropriate for use by adults, or children 12 years and older.

Speaking of fried food, my son often requests fried chicken at home. I wanted to try a “reboot” recipe that eliminated the mess and extra fat of deep frying. See the recipe below for oven-baked chicken that has a crunchy exterior thanks to panko, Japanese bread crumbs.

Baked Crispy Chicken

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1/8 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1/4 tsp Cayenne Pepper
  • 3/4 tsp Chili Flakes
  • 1/4 tsp Black Pepper
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1/2 cup Panko Bread Crumbs
  • 1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour
  • 3-4 bone-in Chicken Breast Tenderloins
  • Egg – beaten

Directions:

  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Combine salt, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, chili flakes, black pepper, olive oil and panko bread crumbs. Set aside.
  2. Coat chicken pieces with flour, dip in the beaten egg, and cover with panko bread crumb mixture.
  3. Arrange the coated chicken pieces on a wire rack that has been placed on top of a rimmed baking sheet. Bake for 30 minutes, or until cooked through.

Where To Purchase Boiron Products

In addition to Acidil, Boiron has a comprehensive line of homeopathic products to relieve digestion problems, including Gasalia and Diaralia.

Boiron homeopathic medicines are available for purchase at RiteAid, Walgreens, Sprouts Farmers Market, Whole Foods Market, VitaminShoppe, and online at amazon.com, iherb.com, and vitacost.com. Visit boironusa.com/store-locator for the full list of locations.

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This Newair Beverage Cooler Is So Cool

Disclosure: I received a complimentary product in order to facilitate this review. All opinions are my own.

I have never owned a beverage cooler before. However, after trying out the Newair 126 Can Freestanding Beverage Cooler, I wonder how I went so long without one!

Our family has been using this Newair Beverage Cooler for sparkling water (we are kind of addicted) and to a lesser extent, soda. I am amazed by how many cans it holds. Before we had a cooler, we would just store the cans in our garage since we could only allot space for a few cans in our regular refrigerator. Now when I come home from a Costco shopping trip, I can just load the cans directly in the Newair.

I am a fan of the modern and sleek style of this Newair Beverage Cooler. The clear glass door makes it easy to see your selection of beverages. I put the cooler in an unused corner of my kitchen, but it would also be a nice addition to an office or business. The LED light really adds a “wow” factor, and it can be turned on or off.

Although this unit holds a lot of drinks, it is relatively compact: 18.40″D x 18.90″W x 32.40″H (33.00″ w/hinge). I am also impressed with how quiet it is. I am looking forward to telling guests to help themselves to a chilled beverage from our Newair 126 Can Freestanding Beverage Cooler in the future!

Where To Purchase Newair Products + Discount Code

NewAir appliances are available to purchase through their online store. In addition to the Newair 126 Can Freestanding Beverage CoolerNewAir also offers many other products, including other beverage fridgeswine fridges, ice makers and heaters. Use discount code LIMBYLIM10OFF at checkout for ten percent off your purchase!

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Merry Poptime! (+ Huge Giveaway)

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I am truly grateful for the connections I have been able to make with so many brands over this past year. One of my favorite partnerships has been with Poptime Snacks. (See my previous reviews here and here).

The Poptime Snacks were placed by the chimney with care…

Poptime Snacks has four different products that come in a variety of delicious flavors:

  • Poptime Kettle Cooked Popcorn
  • Poptime Creations Popcorn
  • Poptime Big & Bold Air-Popped Popcorn
  • Poptime Popped Potato Chips

In addition to being tasty, Poptime Snacks contain no GMOs, no trans fat, no cholesterol, and are low in calories.

Our family is planning to curl up on the couch and watch a bunch of movies and shows during winter break. You can be sure that we will be munching on Poptime Snacks!

Where to Purchase Poptime Snacks

Poptime Snacks are available for purchase on the Poptime Snacks website (with free shipping on all orders!) or Amazon.

Poptime Snacks Giveaway

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Treat Your Body Naturally With All Terrain Co.

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If you have been following this blog for the past several months, you will recognize All Terrain. So far I have tried and reviewed their natural Insect Repellant and Sunscreen, Eczema Products and Recovery Rub. This review is for another great All Terrain duo: Ditch The Itch Bar and Cream.

All Terrain recommends using the the Ditch The Itch Bar and Ditch The Itch Cream together as a regimen.

First, apply the Ditch The Itch Bar in the bath or shower. Lather, and let it sit for 1-2 minutes; then rinse and pat dry.

Follow up by applying the cream to relieve and protect your skin.

Coincidentally, just when I started thinking about writing this review, my husband said his hand was itchy. He was not sure whether it was a bug bite or something else. I told him I had just the product for him to try! He applied some of the Ditch The Itch Cream and it provided practically immediate relief. The main ingredient in this cream is colloidal oatmeal, which is a natural ingredient that protects and relieves skin irritation. I would highly recommend this product, especially for people with sensitive skin.

Where To Purchase All Terrain Co. Natural Products

All Terrain Co. natural products, including Ditch The Itch Bar and Cream, are available for purchase through the All Terrain online store, or Amazon.

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Snack Naturally With Kay’s Naturals

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I am excited to tell you about another company that I first heard about through the Online Nourished Festival: Kay’s Naturals. This company is unique because it makes gluten-free snacks with plant protein as the main ingredient.

Kay’s Naturals offers several types of products, including:

  • Cereals (Apple Cinnamon, Honey Almond, French Vanilla)
  • Chips (Crispy Parmesan, Chili Nacho Cheese, Sweet BBQ Mix)
  • Cookie Bites (Cinnamon Almond, Honey Almond, Mocha Espresso)
  • Pretzels (Cinnamon Toast, Jalapeno Honey Mustard, Original)
  • Puffs (White Cheddar Cheese Kruncheeze)
  • Pass The Peas (Maple Bacon, Smoky BBQ, Dill Pickle)

Don’t they all sound delicious?

We brought along some Kay’s Naturals Protein Pretzel Sticks on a recent beach outing. I enjoyed their light and crispy texture. One serving contains an impressive 12g of protein and 4g of fiber. I thought he Cinnamon Toast flavor had just the right hint of sweetness.

If you like your snacks on the spicier side, you will enjoy the Jalapeno Honey Mustard flavor. It definitely has a kick!

These two love hanging out at the beach. Having healthy snacks on hand is a must!

Here are some of the other Kay’s Naturals products that we had the chance to try (left to right):

The Protein Cereal contains 12g of plant protein and 4g of fiber per serving. This would be great for breakfast, as well as a snack.

Chickpea flour is the main ingredient in Pass The Peas. This crunchy snack is sure to satisfy any “snack attack” without the guilt.

Finally, one of my favorite products that I tried was the Mocha Espresso Cookie Bites. These taste more like cookie “puffs”. They are lightly sweet with a nice coffee flavor.

Where To Purchase Kay’s Naturals Snacks and Cereals + Discount Code!

Kay’s Natural products are available for purchase at the Kay’s Naturals website, Enter discount code lim30 at checkout for 30% off your purchase!

Kay’s Naturals Giveaway

Enter the giveaway below for your chance to win a Kay’s Naturals Fit Kit, which includes a variety of individual packs of Honey Almond cereal, Cinnamon Toast Pretzels, Crispy Parmesan Protein Chips, Cinnamon Cookie Bites and Kruncheeze (15 ct. total).

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Winning Moves Risk Europe Is An Epic Board Game

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When I read the description of Winning Moves Risk Europe, I immediately knew that this would be a game that my son would be interested in. For a couple of years now, he has developed an interest in reading and learning about wars, especially those that occurred in Europe.

This enhanced game of conquest will excite gamers with hours of battle and strategizing to control Europe! Each player steps into the role of a medieval king and competes with a full army to expand their kingdom and take over Europe. Through shrewd tactical planning –and a little bit of lucky dice rolling- one player will conquer Europe and reign supreme! 

The gameboard is quite large and beautifully illustrated. In addition the game includes: 15 Crowns, 4 Armies with 35 Footmen, 12 Archers, 12 Cavalry and 4 Siege Weapons each, 8 Castles, 12 Red Dice, 32 Kings Order Cards, 8 City Bonus Tiles, 21 Gold Pieces, 40 Silver Pieces, 4 War Banners, First Player Marker, Reminder Cards, 8 Crown Cards, Card Box and illustrated instructions.

As you can see, we need a larger game table-ha! My husband and son watched a short YouTube tutorial in order to understand the rules better. It looks like we will be spending a LOT of time at home this winter break, so this will be a great game to have on hand.

Risk Europe is for 2-4 players and is recommended for ages 14+. (However, my son is 11, and he was still interested and able to understand the rules).

Where To Purchase Risk Europe

Winning Moves games and toys are available on their websiteAmazon and other retailers near you.

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Personalized Supplements With Persona Nutrition #PersonaPack

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I have to admit, I have never been very disciplined about taking vitamins or supplements. My kitchen cupboard has various bottles that I have collected over time, but I tend to take them sporadically. Persona Nutrition makes it super simple to maintain a daily vitamin and supplement routine. Even better, Persona Nutrition recommends the vitamins and supplements specifically for your individual wellness needs and goals.

My Persona Experience

I recently had the opportunity to try out the Persona Nutrition subscription service. After taking a five minute nutrition assessment online, I received my own personal supplement plan. (You also have the option to add your own customizations to the plan).

A few days later, I received a box of personalized supplements shipped to my home. The supplements came in daily individual packets, labelled for both morning and evening. The packets are all connected in a long roll, and can be easily accessed by placing them in the cardboard dispenser that came in the box.

I thought this packaging was a pretty ingenious idea. It really makes it easy to stay on schedule and to remember to take the supplements.

Some of the supplements that Persona suggested for me as a result of my assessment were a Foundational Multivitamin, Fermented Ginseng, Cordyceps, Omega-3 w/BioCurc and Green Tea Extract.

Each box comes with detailed information about each supplement so you know exactly what you are taking. Personal Nutrition also has a staff of nutritionists that can answer any questions that you may have.

Trying out Persona Nutrition was an interesting experience. It showed me that it IS possible for me to have an established supplement routine. I also learned about several supplements that I had never considered taking before, and their benefits. *Be sure to consult with your doctor before taking new vitamins and supplements.*

Where To Purchase

Take the online assessment at personanutrition.com and have personalized supplements delivered to your doorstep every 28 days.

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Winter Drinks Call For Zulay Kitchen Milk Boss

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Happy December! As we hunker down at home, I am determined to embrace the coziness of the season. I foresee many cups of coffee (for the adults) and hot chocolate (for the kids and the adults) being consumed in the coming weeks.

The Zulay Kitchen Milk Boss Electric Milk Frother is a tool that elevates both the coffee and hot chocolate experience.

The Milk Boss easily whips up a little bit of low fat milk into a luscious foam.

I like to dollop the foamy milk on top of my coffee to make it taste similar to a latte.

The stand makes it easy to store the frother with my hot chocolate supplies.

The Milk Boss Electric Milk Frother is also nice to use with hot chocolate because it dissolves and mixes the hot chocolate mix really well. It is also fun to top the kids’ hot chocolate with foamy milk so they can pretend that they are drinking lattes too.

Where To Purchase Zulay Kitchen Products

In addition to the highly rated Milk Boss Electric Milk Frother, Zulay Kitchen offers a wide range of kitchen products that are available through their online store, as well as Amazon.

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