Truvia Sample and share

My coffee routine is the same every morning and so I can do it while I am still half asleep every morning. This routine includes me adding two Splenda packets, and two tablespoons of Cold stone sweet cream creamer to it. That is my routine everyday, but yesterday I took a walk on the wild side and stirred things up by taking the #sweetswitch and switching out my Splenda with a Truvia sample that I received from Crowdtap.  I must admit that because I have  my coffee routine down to a science, I was a little hesitant to make the switch because like the old saying goes, if it isn't broke, don't fix it, and boy did I love me current coffee routine. I started the day out as normal but when it came to add my trusted Splenda, I instead added the Truvia.  Because I did not know how it would work out, I started out with just one packet instead of my normal two and that ended up being the best decision because I found the one pack to be more than enough.  I found the the Truvia to be much sweeter than Splenda.  The Truvia tasted more like sugar than any other artificial sweetener that I have ever tasted. I liked the fact that there was no nasty after taste.  Truvia passed my test but the question was would it pass the husband test.  So that morning I prepared my husbands coffee as normal, but when it came time to sweeten it I only added about half of the pack, he normally uses one Splenda.  When he came to breakfast that morning he asked if I had added sugar to his coffee because it tasted different this morning. I asked him was was wrong and he said nothing, it just had a sweeter taste than normal.  I then told him that I no sugar had been offered but I did change out his Splenda for half a pack of Truvia.  He was impressed with the fact that there was no weird aftertaste.  Overall, I felt that Truvia was a great replacement for sugar and tasted pretty close to the real thing, without the nasty aftertaste.  Because of this natural taste, you do not have to use as much as you do with other sweeteners.   I think that if you are someone who loves sugar but you hate the calories that come from using it, Truvia is the product for you.

I received a sample of Truvia from Crowdtap to review, but all opinions are based on my personal experiences with the product. 

Make a difference with Green Mountain Fair Trade coffee

Hi, My name is Tish and I am a Coffaholic. Now I know that real coffee drinkers would probably not be happy with my last statement if they knew how I like to drink my coffee. You see I am a medium to light roast coffee drinker and my husband often says that I have a cup of creamer with a side of coffee. Even though I would not consider myself a coffee connoisseur, I do enjoy a cup of coffee at least once and sometimes twice a day. With this being said, I will say that I am a little picky about the flavors of coffee that I drink because I do not like it to be too strong or too flavored. I prefer a more mild coffee which I can flavor with my creamer. Because of this, my coffee choices usually stay with green mountains Nantucket blend. and Fogers Black Silk. I am always on the lookout for new flavors so I was excited when Bzzagent contacted me to try out Green Mountain's Fair Trade Three Continent Blend. This coffee is great because it is made from coffee which is sourced with beans from Sumatra, South America, and Ethiopia. Together these beans create what green mountain calls a "harmonious blend with a luscious body, sweet smoothness, and a delicate finish". After tasting this coffee this morning, I must agree with them. I found the coffee to have a strong yet smooth flavor which went along well with my favorite creamer. What made this cup of coffee even better was the fact that this coffee was not only good, but it also had such a positive impact on people worldwide. You see this coffee is Free Trade certified which means "farmers to get a fair price for their beans, which leads to community development projects like new schools, improved roads". Knowing this makes me feel good that I am able to help the farmers and their communities worldwide. In an effort to celebrate Fair Trade month, Green Mountain Coffee has launched ChooseFairTrade.com, where you can learn all about the benefits of buying Fair Trade Certified™ coffee. If you’re feeling inspired, you can easily purchase all your favorite K-Cup® packs, including brand-new Three Continent Blend, right from the site. If you would like more information be sure to check out this site. One person that has taken an interest in supporting the Fair Trade movement is Kelly Clarkson and she recently took a trip to Peru. You can get an up close look at the benefits of Fair Trade through her videos and journals at ChooseFairTrade.com. While there you can also exclusively download her Fair Trade song. So why not make a difference each time you enjoy your cup of Joe. If you have not tried it head to your local store and give it a try, you will not be disappointed. 

I received a sample of this product to review, but all these opinions are based on my personal experiences with this product. 

TruMoo Goosebumps Haunted Hollywood giveaway

Do your kids love Trumoo Milk and Goosebump books?  If your kids are Goosebump fans, this is the contest for you.  Right now you can head on over to Trumoo's website where you can enter to win  a trip to Hollywood, which includes a behind-the-scenes tour of FOX Studios.  You will also be allowed to visit old town Pasadena for a frightening special effects experience. To enter all you have to do is enter a codes found on caps of specially marked Halloween Edition TruMoo.  These codes can be found on the special edition orange colored Vanilla and the specially marked chocolate milk.  Upon entering the contest, you will receive a printable coupon for any Goosebumps DVD. Contest ends October 31, 2013 so don't wait to enter.  Good luck!

I received a sample of this product to review, but all these opinions are based on my personal experiences with this product. 

New Skin Liquid Bandage Review

Recently I received the Good Life VoxBox and inside was a product called New-Skin Bandage.  This product retails at $7.29 a bottle and can be purchased at local pharmacy stores.  This product was designed to cover, and protect cuts and scratches. The New-Skin Bandage once applied, dries quickly and provides a flexible and waterproof covering that allows your cuts, blisters and scrapes to heal properly.  The New skin Bandage is perfect for someone who is active and can not be slowed down by scrapes and cuts.  The great thing about the New-Skin Bandage is that it also helps to keep out dirt and germs while it heals.  

I decided to put the New-Skin Bandage to the test and I was initially impressed with the results. I applied the New- Skin bandage and it did a great job of providing a great protective covering over my wound. I found that the covering held up pretty well, even after I exposed it to water.  The only issue that I had with the New-Skin bandage was the smell. I found the smell of the product to be somewhat overwhelming and after a while it was unbearable and I attempted to wash the covering off in an effort to get rid of the smell. Overall, I felt the product did a great job at covering the wound, but in the end the smell was just to strong for me. Even though the New Skin bandage does well, I personally would not use the product again due to the strong smell. If you are active and need a good protective bandage, I would recommend New-Skin, but I will warn you that if you tend to be sensitive to strong smells, this product is not for you. 

I received a free sample of this product for review but all opinions expressed in this review are based on my personal experiences with the product. 

Nonni's Thinaddictives Review

In my lastest Good Life VoxBox I got a great new product called Nonni's THINaddictives and just as the name implies, these thin cookies can become a little addictive. These thin cookies come individually wrapped and they are only 100 calories per 3 ct pack.  Currently THINaddictives come in three flavors, Cranberry, Pistachio, and chocolate.   Each of these cookies are made with real fruit and they are loaded with Almonds or Pistachios.  Thinaddictives are a perfect snack for the person who is on the go but still wants a satisfying snack without the calories and guilt of some other snacks.  I must admit that I was a little leery of trying it because it was made with cranberries and almonds which are two things that I am not fond of together.  In an effort to be more adventurous with my snacking, I decided to give it a try and boy was I surprised to find that I actually liked it. The actual cookie portion of this treat reminded me of a thin ginger snap cookie.  It had just the right amount of sweetness which was great paired with the slight tartness of the cranberries. I found the cranberries to be a pleasant and welcomed surprise because it added a touch of chewiness.  As I mentioned before I usually do not eat sweets with nuts in them but I felt the almond slivers added a nice little crunch to the bars and I barely noticed them there.  Overall, I really enjoyed the THINaddictives and I would definitely purchase them again for me go to snack.  So if you are looking for a great low calorie snack look no further THINaddictives is the snack for you.  If cranberries and Almonds are not your thing, Nonni has other great products that you can try that may be a better fit. To find out more about their products visit their facebook page at: facebook/THINaddictives or follow them on twitter at @thinaddictives#GetAddicted.  THINaddictives cost about $3.99 a box and can be purchased online or at your local grocery store. 

I received a free sample of the Nonni THINaddictives for review, but all the opinions are based on my own personal experiences with the product. 

Calling all my Natural ladies...Natural Hair Daily Giveaway

This post is for all my natural girls out there. There is a cool Instagram page that I follow called NaturalHairDaily and they are having a fabulous giveaway going on right now until October 9th.  All this week they have been posting pictures of over 62 amazing prizes that are up for grabs from some really great sponsors. To enter all you need to do is click on the link here, and follow the instructions in the YouTube video.  Its that simple and who knows you could win some great prizes.  Good Luck and let me know if you win anything. 

Zone Perfect Greek Yogurt Bar review

As many of you may know, I have been trying to lose weight for my sisters upcoming wedding in November.  To help me with my efforts, I have started working out more and I am trying to change my eating habits.  One of my biggest problems is snacking, so I was excited to try out the Zone Perfect Greek Yogurt Berry Bar when it came in my Good Life VoxBox.  The newest addition to the Zone Perfect brand is their new Greek Yogurt line which combines the smooth, creamy richness of Greek yogurt with protein to keep you going. Aside from the Vanilla Cranberry flavor, this bar also comes in Chocolate and Raspberry.   Now I will tell you that I do not usually like many of the bars because they have a chalky after taste but I must admit that this bar had a much better taste than some of the other bars I have tried in the past. I liked the creamy taste of the Greek yogurt paired with the sweetness of the Cranberries.  I found the flavor to be one that I could actually eat from time to time.  Even though I am not one to eat protein bars, this is one that I could keep on hand for an after workout snack.  To make it even better snack option, this bar packs 12 grams of protein and 3 grams of fiber.   So whats the final verdict on the Zone Perfect Greek Yogurt bar? Well I think that it is one of the best tasting protein bars on the market and it is definitely work trying. So if you are looking for a great treat while you are trying to take the weight off, be sure to check out these great bars fro Zone Perfect. Zone Perfect Greek flavors can be found in the nutrition aisle at select grocery stores, drug stores and mass merchandisers.

I recieved a free Zone bar for review, but all opinions expressed in this blog are based on my personal experiences with the bar.