Pure Garcinia Cambogia Extract 85% HCA Complex By Summit Nutritions Review

Garcinia Cambogia has been a rave this past year and after trying out several brands before, Summit Nutritions' Pure Garcinia Cambogia Extract is different than the other brands I've tried because this has 85% HCA Complex. This is by far the highest HCA percentage I've tried in Garcinia Cambogia.

If you're not familiar with HCA, this is the Hydroxycitric Acid and this is extracted from the rind of the Garcinia Cambogia fruit. This natural extract is an effective dietary supplement which has been known to suppress appetite and block the storage of fat in the body. So, from what I understand about the definition of HCA, the higher the percentage, the more concentrated the supplement is.

The Pure Garcinia Cambogia Extract by Summit Nutritions is 100% Natural, it is extracted only from the natural source (Not synthesized in lab) by using natural water(Scientifically Developed Patented Extraction Method), a traditional Ayurveda method by eliminating the use of harsh solvent like alcohol, acetone etc.

The Garcinia Cambogia Extract capsules have a white color and are in veggie capsule form. The directions were to drink 1 capsule twice daily, 30 minutes before meals with 6 oz. of water. I decided to take it once in the morning and once at night.

The garcinia cambogia extract capsules has no odor and doesn't have any aftertaste. I didn't experience any upset stomach or any tummy discomfort. I find the veggie capsule form easier to swallow so I do like that this is in veggie capsule form.

By taking the Pure Garcinia Cambogia Extract by Summit Nutritions and combining it with 20 to 30 minutes of cardio and toning exercises 4 to 5x a week, I did get the results I wanted which is extra energy during my workouts. As a mom of 2 girls who are 3 and 6, I sometimes do my workouts without any energy left and the Pure Garcinia Cambogia gave me that extra energy I need to finish my workout with zest. I love how I can maximize my movements for a more effective workout.

I don't rely on taking any weight loss supplements alone to help me lose weight and become healthier BUT I do take them because I need help with the extra energy and to control my cravings and appetite.

With the Pure Garcinia Cambogia Extract, I got the extra energy I need and I got my cravings under control as well as my appetite.

You can purchase the Pure Garcinia Cambogia Extract by Summit Nutritions on Amazon for $27.99 for a month supply with free shipping if you have Prime.

Disclosure of Material Connection: I received a sample for free in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I tried personally and believe will be good for my readers. No other form of compensation was received. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising."

Children's Dimetapp Cold & Cough Review #Smiley360

ABOUT THE PRODUCT:

Children’s Dimetapp® Cold & Cough tackles your child’s most bothersome cold symptoms, including cough, nasal congestion and runny nose. And, it comes in a great, grape flavor that kids love.

Relieve your child’s cold symptoms so they can get back to being kids. Dimetapp® Cold & Cough is available in 4 and 8 oz. sizes. It is also available in a Day & Night Value Pack, which includes a special nighttime formula, Dimetapp® Nighttime Cold & Congestion, made to relieve your child’s cold symptoms so they can rest better.

Children’s Dimetapp® Cold & Cough provides relief from these symptoms:
- Cough
- Stuffy Nose
- Runny Nose
- Sneezing
- Itchy, Watery Eyes 

MY REVIEW:

I'm already familiar with Dimetapp because my mom used to give this to us when we were younger to help with our stuffy nose. I am familiar with Dimetapp's taste and I remember this is one of he medicine I didn't make a fuss about when I take it.

I got to sample the Children's Dimetapp's Cold & Cough free from Smiley360. As a mom of 2 girls now, I trust products which I've known and used when I was younger. Although my 6 year old daughter haven't had the chance to use the Children's Dimetapp Cold & Cough Smiley360 sent me, I've given this medicine to her before. I actually have a bottle in my medicine cabinet because my 6 year old daughter has seasonal allergies. This helps relieve congested and stuffy nose at night to help her sleep better. The taste is the same as before (yes I tasted it a bit) and she has no problems with the taste. In fact, she likes the taste and tells me it taste great.

Have you given Dimetapp to your child? This is for children age 6 and over only. If you have any questions, please ask your health care provider before giving any new medication to your child.

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 *I am a member of Smiley360 and received the products above for free. No compensation was received for this post. All opinions are honest and based on my own experience. No other form of compensation was received.

The Live Well Series CD Review + Giveaway 1/12 US/CAN

ABOUT THE CD:

The "Live Well" CD uses soothing guided imagery and relaxing melodies to help you manage the stress of the holiday season.   You will learn to relax and take a more positive approach helping to make sure that the holiday's are the joyous and happy occasion they are meant to be!
Here are the strategies you will learn.  It doesn’t take long and you can do it almost anywhere.   (Well, not in a car).
Breathing Techniques
Affirmations
Visualization
Conscious Thinking
Changing Negative Thought Patterns
Progressive Relaxation
Guided Imagery Interactive Experience
Each strategy is broken into about 5 minute segments, you can choose any one you’d like.  Sometimes, all you might need is to breath calmly, and you’ll only need the first chapter…..on the other hand, a “Visualization or Guided Imagery Interactive Experience” might help you to “rehearse” an upcoming situation that might be making you uncomfortable.
The Live Well CD is available both as a CD, and also as a download from either iTunes or Amazon for immediate relief!

MY REVIEW:

I know the Holidays is an exciting and joyful celebration but to be honest, picking out the right gifts and the stress of threading through the holiday crowd and shoppers often make me feel stressed out and exhausted. Good thing I have the Live Well Series CD because this CD helped me get through the stress and exhaustion of preparing for the holidays.

The Live Well Series: Techniques For Managing Stress helped me a lot because it taught me proper breathing techniques to let out stress as well as help me relax at night through the guided imagery and visualization. I really like Janet's calm and soothing voice and paired up with Jeff Gold's soothing melody, this is such a great and inexpensive way to de-stress and relax.

You can hear a clip by visiting their website: http://www.livewellseries.com 

Would you like to win a copy of The Live Well Series: Techniques for Managing Stress CD? Well, Yay! Just head on over to the rafflecopter form below to enter. Good Luck! :)

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Cellulite Reduction Cream By SpalonTech Review

I have cellulite around my upper thighs and under my buttocks. What do I do? Squats. BUT! Doing squats alone didn't really make my cellulite go away. In fact, my legs have shrunk a bit after losing 10+ lbs but the cellulite doesn't seem to go away. I still have dimply thighs and that's where the Cellulite Reduction Cream by SpalonTech comes into my routine.

The first time I heard about cellulite cream was from a commercial on the TV. I saw these skinny models twirling and showing of their cellulite-free legs which is because of the cellulite cream they were advertising. I really didn't buy that commercial, although there was always a little doubt and "what ifs" in my head, because I firmly believe that exercise and good eating habits is the way to a healthier and better body.

SpalonTech sent me their Cellulite Reduction Cream and I was happy to try it. Why? Because squats doesn't seem to make those cellulite go away even after losing more than 10 lbs.

SpalonTech's Cellulite Reduction Cream came in a big bottle with a pump. The pump has a closed and open position which I think is nice because my daughters wouldn't be able to play with it.

Here is a quick description of SpalonTech's Cellulite Reduction Cream:

SpalonTech Cellulite Reduction Cream is a powerful solution that is going to help you with tightening and toning your skin and help reduce the appearance of cellulite.
This is a Professional Strength Formula we are NOT water based.  Our #1 Ingredient is Organic Aloe and #2 is Pure Coconut Oil, which leaves your skin hydrated, moisturized and with No Sticky, Greasy Felling after you apply it on your body.
SpalonTech Cellulite Reduction Cream is:
Safe & Effective for all Skin types, including sensitive skin.
We are Paraben Free.
Smells Great, Light Citrus Smell.
Gentle & Non Sticky.
Abundant in anti-oxidants to Fight Inflammation.

The cellulite reduction cream by SpalonTech has a white and creamy consistency. It has an initial minty/citrus-y scent and later on, the minty scent goes away. It absorbs very quickly and is non-greasy. I avoid and dislike greasy beauty products because they feel icky and sticky so I'm glad this is not greasy.

I apply this to my thighs and under my buttocks twice a day. I massage it gently until the cream has been absorbed. It has a cool feeling and I like that it moisturizes my skin too.

After a week of using this cellulite reduction cream, I noticed a slight reduction of cellulite in my thighs but not to the extent of them completely going away. The dimples aren't as noticeable as before but they're still there. I do think this cream helped because by doing squats alone, my cellulite and dimples were still there. With this cream, I noticed an improvement on my thighs. I wouldn't suggest relying on this cream alone for cellulite though because I still believe that good eating habits and exercise are the key to a healthier body. :)

You can purchase the Cellulite Reeduction Cream by SpalonTech on Amazon for $29.77 with free shipping if you have Prime.

Disclosure of Material Connection: I received a sample for free in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I tried personally and believe will be good for my readers. No other form of compensation was received. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising."

Digital Crayon Stylus For Kids By Painting Lulu Review

My daughters like to color and draw. They have several apps on my iPad which includes coloring book apps and drawing apps. Painting Lulu's Digital Crayon Stylus comes in 7 colors and the crayon comes with a QR Scan Code to download the Painting Lulu App.

The Painting Lulu App has lots of different coloring pages and my daughter didn't have any problems opening any of the pages. The coloring pages are not as sensitive as the other coloring page apps we have and she has to write a bit harder to color the pages. There are lots of different colors available as well as other options such as erase and restart over.

The Digital Crayon Stylus is super cute. It is rubbery and has a nice size. My 3 year old daughter can grasp the crayon stylus easily and write. The tip of the crayon stylus is soft and rubbery but is hollow inside. When she pushes the digital crayon a bit hard, the tip/point of the digital crayon goes in and flattens. It does go right back out but I think it's better if the stylus' tip doesn't flatten.

My 3 year old daughter loved this crayon and is now using it often. I did have to explain to her that this is the only crayon she can use on my iPad since she once tried to use a normal crayon as a stylus. Good thing I caught her in time. :)

You can purchase the Painting Lulu Digital Crayon Stylus on Amazon for $6.99 with free shipping if you have Prime.

Disclosure of Material Connection: I received a sample for free in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I tried personally and believe will be good for my readers. No other form of compensation was received. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising."

Lovely Lashes Eyelash Curler By Izy Trends Review

Since I neither have long nor curly lashes, I always love discovering nice lash curlers which wouldn't pinch my eyelids and is effective to curl my lashes in a short time.

Having small round eyes, I have a hard time looking for an eyelash curler which will get each and every single lash, specially the lashes near my inner eyelid. Those are the harder to reach lashes and in curling them, I would often pinch my lids. Youch!

Izy Trends sent me their Lovely Lashes Eyelash Curler and I was happy that there's an extra cushion pad included. The eyelash curler has a very plain and simple design. It's very light and the handles are very easy to control. I don't need to exert much pressure to effectively squeeze the lash curler.

I tried this on my lashes and was surprised that it captured and curled even the shorter lashes on my inner eyelid. With just a little bit of pressure, my eyelashes were curled and pretty in no time.

TIP: I usually start at the lashes nearest my eyelids. I squeeze the lash curler for about 15 seconds, then proceed to open and close the lash curler, with a gentle tugging motion, until I reach the ends of my lashes. This gives me a more natural-looking curled lases instead of the bent lashes. :)

I like how easy it is to use the Lovely Lashes Eyelash Curler. It's very simple and plain but does the job done.

You can purchase the Lovely Lashes Eyelash Curler on Amazon for $10.75 with free shipping if you are a Prime member.

Disclosure of Material Connection: I received a sample for free in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I tried personally and believe will be good for my readers. No other form of compensation was received. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising."

Beginners Swing Volume 2 DVD By DanceCrazy Review + Giveaway 12/29 US/CAN

ABOUT THE DVD:

This is the second half of your complete Beginners Guide to Learn How to Swing Dance! Volume 2 picks up where Volume 1 left off (find Swing Dance Volume 1, also on Amazon). . . And then takes you through the remaining beginner Swing Dance steps and patterns.

It's fun, easy, and progressive, so hop on board and join us as you cultivate and improve your Swing Dancing skills. Join DanceCrazy as you brush up on your understanding of the principles of timing and footwork. You'll learn more and more patterns, steps, and techniques that'll allow you to move on to an intermediate level of social Swing Dancing! Get into some of the more popular and complex basic Swing steps and learn a few fun patterns too! All on this simple and step by step beginners DVD.

Learn what to do, and what will look good out in the real world. DVD menus let you go back and review! Designed from the ground up as a true beginner's dance instructional video, this DVD (The second of a 2 DVD Series available on amazon.com) guarantees that no experience is required. Two left feet? No rhythm? No Problem! This swing dancing DVD series is for you. You'll be showing off some amazing Swing Dance steps in no time at all. "There's no other DVD series that is this in depth, this step by step, or this fun..." Swing has earned its reputation as one of the most versatile and energizing forms of popular music and continues to attract new converts to its catchy tunes and syncopated beats.

This completely full, two hour dance instruction video take you from your very first steps in swing dance, and teaches a solid foundation from which to become an amazing swing dancer.

Your experienced Swing dancing instructors take the time to break each pattern down thoroughly, providing you with essential information on technique, style, and connection. Not only are your dance teachers, Eldon and Alison clear and accurate, but they also making learning to Swing fun and exciting! It's time to learn a great skill, have a fantastic time, and dazzle your friends. Once you begin, you won't be able to stop dancing Swing! You'll learn how to Swing Dance with ease and style...

An absolute must have for anyone interested in Swing Dancing. Note: This is part of of a two part swing dancing instructional series, find part two also available on amazon.com. DanceCrazy and SalsaCrazy also have a whole line of instructional dance DVDs and videos available on amazon.

WHAT IS ON THIS DVD? Here is the listing of the moves you will learn on this instructional swing DVD: 1. Hammerlock (7 parts) 2. Women's tuck & spin (6 parts) 3. The arm slide (4 parts) 4. He goes, she goes (6 parts) 5. The dip (3 parts) 6. Dance sequence (2 parts) 7. And more! Each step is broken down for leaders, followers, dance together, with music, and special tips. This special attention to your dancing will make you look great on the dance floor.

I had so much fun learning and mastering the basics of Swing with DanceCrazy's Beginners Swing Volume 1 DVD (Review and Giveaway HERE) that I was so excited to move on to their Beginner's Swing Volume 2.

DanceCrazy's Beginners Swing Volume 2 features more complicated swing moves which for me is still easy to follow. Why? Because each step is broken down into a step-by-step instructional video with multiple camera angles. I love that feature because I can focus on the proper steps easily. I also love how I can learn the steps at the comfort of my own home and on my own pace. I can just push the rewind button to repeat the steps I didn't get the first time.

As I've said before, swing has a special place in my heart since my late grandfather loved this dance and I am so happy to have learned how to do the steps properly and do more complicated and advanced swing moves. :)

You can purchase DanceCrazy's Beginners Swing Volume 2 DVD on Amazon for $14.95 with free shipping if you are a Prime member.

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DISCLAIMER: 1 Winner will receive a copy of DanceCrazy's Beginners Swing Volume 2 DVD. Giveaway will start December 23, 2014 at 12:00 AM PST and will end December 29, 2014 at 12:00 AM PST. This will be open to US and CAN residents only. The prize cannot be shipped to a P.O. box address. Winners will be notified by email and will have 24 hours to respond before a new winner is selected. I am not responsible for prize fulfillment. My role is to give the sponsor the information of the winner and they will directly ship the prize to the winner. I have received a product/s mentioned above to in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are honest and my own and are not influenced in any way. No other form of compensation was received. I do not share or sell information and all information shared with me will solely be used for prize shipment. I am disclosing this in accordance with FTC 16 CFR Part 255.