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Health and Wellness: Microbiome Plus GI Advanced Probiotic and Prebiotic

June 30, 2016 · Leave a Comment

Lee tested out the Microbiome Plus GI Advanced Probiotic and Prebiotic kit to see if it would work for her. Here’s her impressive results:

Microbiome Plus GI Advanced Probiotic and Prebiotic

My interest in trying probiotics stems from vague GI complaints I’d been experiencing for, probably, 6 to 7 years. These have been relatively minor – not to the degree to prompt seeking medical attention but bothersome enough to discuss with my husband from time to time. It is my belief I have digestive changes due to aging along with attempting to incorporate more vegetables into my diet. Also, I think lactose sensitivity or intolerance that many people develop over time could also be a feature.

I’d previously tried drugstore probiotics as well as yogurts advertising probiotic activity without problems but also with no noticeable benefit. That being the case, I didn’t stick with those products long term.

Only recently did I learn about the importance of prebiotics, in fact, heard about them for the first time while watching a public broadcasting fundraiser featuring a Harvard-trained neurologist who advocates prebiotics for brain health.

So, when the opportunity to try Microbiome Plus+ gastrointestinal supplements presented itself I was entirely open to it but, based on my previous experience with probiotics, had no particular expectations.
It is easy to take one each of the probiotic and prebiotic capsules twice a day with meals. They’re easy to swallow and have no initial taste or aftertaste.

After just a few days I noticed there was nothing to notice about how my stomach felt. No rumbling, no discomfort from gas, nothing at all to distract me throughout the day. In fact, I just stopped thinking altogether about my stomach day and night.

Since the benefits seemed to take effect so unexpectedly soon after beginning to take the supplements, it did occur to me it might be coincidental, so I decided to wait and see but, so far, the prior symptoms have not returned, and I’m feeling more comfortable than I have in years.

Elimination had not been a problem (neither constipation nor diarrhea), so I wasn’t looking for help in that area. But I was pleased the supplements did not have any effects interfering with my already acceptable status quo on that score. I guess if it’s not broke the product doesn’t attempt to fix it.

Being quite satisfied with my results, I will certainly continue using Microbiome Plus+. From the pricing research I’ve done to date, $30.00 for a month’s supply appears to be about as low as it goes but, to me, that seems a small price to pay (less than the proverbial cup of coffee per day, and all) for relief from the distracting, long- term discomfort I’d formerly experienced.

Find it at Amazon.com.

Microbiome Plus GI Advanced Probiotic and Prebiotic

I received this product in exchange for my unbiased review and received compensation for my time and effort.

Marte Pocket Watch with Necklace Chain

June 30, 2016 · Leave a Comment

Marte Pocket Watch with Necklace Chain

I like the vintage feel of this watch. It can be dressed feminine or masculine depending on the overall outfit. This watch comes on a chain so it can be worn as a necklace or pendant and can be adapted with a watch fob to be worn on a suit or carried in a pocket. I have a silver family heirloom watch that has some detailing on the case body, but I am reluctant to wear it much for fear of losing it, and the crown is so delicate that the watch cannot be used to tell the time. It is nice to have an ornamental yet functional piece like this pocket watch that has a retro vibe and adds some nice detailing to simple outfits.

STYLE
It is stylized enough on the face of the watch to appeal to vintage lovers and steampunk fans, yet the exterior of the watch gives a classic, streamlined look that is suitable to be worn to a wedding. The face is white

MECHANICS
It is Japanese Quartz Movement with seconds hands. The crown is sturdy, so setting the time and opening the watch can be done easily. The case opens and closes smoothly. The chain is relatively thick.

AS A GIFT
This Pocket makes for a suitable gift for oneself or a friend and comes in a black gift box. It is a very good price for such as sturdy piece. Someone who like retro and vintage pieces but prefers a streamline, simple look would appreciate this watch. A nice gift for someone who likes pieces without too much fuss but a bit of element detailing.

Marte Pocket Watch with Necklace Chain

Wedding Guest Must Have: Justified Laboratory’s Mosquito Repellent Patch

June 28, 2016 · Leave a Comment

This is an ingenious idea: a stick on patch to repel mosquitos.

Mosquitos apparently just find some of us to be particularly appetizing. I can’t seem to go outside for 3 minutes without them finding me. And I often get these giant welt-like reactions when bitten. But I dislike bug spray both for its’ potentially harmful DEET and DEET-like chemicals and the terrible smell.

Recent panics about various epidemics that are carried by mosquitos has made bug spray practically mandatory lately. I hate the smell of bug spray on my skin at on informal outdoor occasions like an office picnic, but I especially hate it for fancier occasions such as outdoor weddings. The bug spray scent can be so off-putting during any social event, and I dislike bug spray chemicals on my skin for several hours. After an adverse skin reaction to one natural kind of bug repellant I used last year, I wondered what bug repellant to use this summer, so I’m glad to find these patches.

These deet-free stick-on patches repel mosquitos without an aroma that is particularly detectable when outside – it is lemon, Eucalyptus Oil, and other essential oils. I can smell it, but it is not very noticeable, especially when outside. I especially like that it is non-transdermal, so the oils don’t touch the skin, so no adverse skin reactions. If I’m wearing a dress, I stick it on my leg above the hemline, and when wearing pants or shorts, I stick it on the small of my back underneath my top so it can’t be seen. But it is not the worst size if it was worn on visible skin, it’s smaller than a band-aid. I just like that it can be worn undetectably. It can also be applied to surfaces, such as tables, lawn furniture, or your bag. This patch is a useful idea if you are hosting an outdoor activity and would like to keep bugs away from food or seating areas.

The small, thin packaging can easily be stuck in a bag, pocket, picnic basket or backpack. They come twelve to a pack so it will last me for a few events this summer.

Justified Laboratory’s Mosquito Repellent Patch

1000 Hour Compact Hands-Free Makeup Mirror

June 28, 2016 · Leave a Comment

1000 Hour Compact Hands-Free Makeup Mirror

When applying makeup that requires using both hands, such as one hand to hold the skin taut and the other to apply, such as with liquid eyeliner or applying false lashes, an angled mirror is very helpful. A hand held mirror or compact has an advantage over an upright mounted mirror such as a bathroom cabinet mirror because it can be positioned to look downwards into the mirror. The problem is getting the right angle and keeping your hands free. This 1000 Hour Compact is a hands-free makeup mirror that is particularly useful when applying makeup that requires being able to see from the underneath and at weird angles including mascara or anything else that you might tilt your head back while applying the makeup product.

HOW I USE THIS MIRROR TO APPLY LIQUID EYELINER
I don’t have a very steady hand, so when I apply liquid eyeliner, I place this mirror on the table at about a 75-degree angle. I put my elbow on the table and look down into the mirror. I hold my eyelid skin semi-taut with my left hand and hold the eyeliner brush in my right. Looking into the mirror, I tap out tiny dots of liner all along the lashline, midway between my top lashes and the skin. Then I blend it with a clean brush or q-tip.

The mirror can be used as a standard compact, and the arm can position the height and angle in a full range of angles. I find this especially useful for liquid eyeliner application, mascara application, any item you might use a stencil such as an eyebrow powder stencil and when I apply false eyelashes.

When I do quick makeup touch ups at my desk at work, this mirror is handy to lean over and quickly fix any errant mascara or eyeliner. While I don’t like to do my makeup at my desk, I prefer to fix some mistakes discretely without walking past the whole office to the ladies room.

It is also helpful to angle the mirror when tweezing my eyebrows so that I can see tiny hairs above or below on the brow tails; I tend to miss these hairs when I use a wall mounted mirror.

Sturdy, flexible, and bends into all sorts of angles and heights, this fits neatly into my bag or desk and is a useful little compact.

1000 Hour Compact Hands-Free Makeup Mirror