What you need in your life: Crest® Pro-Health Advanced Mouthwash

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Eveyone has their morning routine, my involves a few streches, some moment of adoration and then it's all about the prep and with prep mouthcare is one of the top priorities and I am so elated I now have Crest^® Pro-Health Advanced Mouthwash which is 

wallet friendly, effective and gets the job done. Don't believe me? Here are the facts:   

 WHAT IT IS: Crest^® Pro-Health Advanced Mouthwash

WHAT IT DOES:
Cleans the surfaces and in-between spaces of teeth to remove food and bacteria and freshens breath instantly and boy does it!

HOW IT FEELS/SMELLS/LOOKS:
It does not burn like those other mouthwashes and it's a great way to start and end one's day. I just wish they made a traveling bottle for when you are on the go. 

WHY I LOVE IT:
This mouthwash are a breath of fresh...breath. The enamel-safe mouthwash works instantly and I appreciate that it's not a burning mouth was - it is so effortless and it just works!

There you have it folks when it comes to your prep you need to have Crest^® Pro-Health Advanced Mouthwash to have fresh breath and a healthy mouth...thank me later. 

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Wash that Yuck Away!

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PHOTO: SEBASTIAN KIM

No one likes morning breath or having tart mouth without knowing it - and when it comes to taking care of oneself you have to take care of your mouth! For me my morning routine isn't complete if I do not have my mouth wash and While it can take a few days of  use to notice a real difference, the gentle 

formula  fades surface stains over time, making teeth 

look subtly whiter—and it strengthens tooth enamel, 

too not only that it makes your breath fresh beyond 

measure and that's instant. Now my morning routine 

has improved immensely and what I love about the 

mouth wash it's wallet friendly! Every dame and gent 

needs this in their beauty arsenal.  



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Throw It Out In Style

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Have you ever went to throw something out and was assaulted by the disgusting scent coming from the trash? I am not ashamed to say I have and when that happens I usually make a note of it, when I throw out the trash - get some bleach and soak the can and when that does not work I throw out the trash can and start anew. Well I think those days are over thanks to Glad OdorShield® with Gain™
these earth friendly trash bags are equipped with odor neutralizing properties that make one's (well mine) trash can stank! These bags are durable, made extremely well and make trash chic and that's a hard concept to see to fruition and Glad OdorShield® with Gain™ has. I can now just use bleach to do my laundry and stock up on Glad OdorShield® with Gain™ and have an odor less trash can! 

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Spring Into Meat-Free Meals With Gardein®!

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Being a BzzAgent has it's perks - free products, tasty treats and incentives for bzzing about our experiences life is good! It just got better with these oh so tasty meat-free treats by  Gardein®.  If you are like me and want to change your lifestyle for the better these  Gardein® products are it. Not only are these plant based protein products wallet friendly the portions are perfection, the taste is outstanding and it's just so accessible literally anyone would love to have these meat free meals. 

After all the indulging I've done during the cold winter months and holiday season going meat-free is what my body needs and  Gardein® does that and more. These good for you plant based protein treats are perfect for when you are on the go, throwing parties are want a quick fix. I am so happy I am a BzzAgent because these campaign was a delicious one! 

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MEAT FREE AND TASTY!

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I do not know what it is but lately I have felt that my diet needs a reboot. From feeling sluggish to just not well I decided to do something about it and try a meatless approach to my diet. Luckily for me I discovered  Gardein®  which has been a great introduction to meat free cuisine. The products are tasty, works well for a quick meal fix and best of all it's affordable. There is no breaking of the bank with  Gardein®  and I appreciate that. From salads to chillis there isn't a recipe I haven't tried nor have I been disappointed. Since going meat free I have felt better, more energized and I've been told that I now have a glow... thanks  Gardein® !

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Things to make you go hmmmmmmm

Quaker® Steel Cut Quick 3-Minute Oatmeal®   was provided by BzzAgent via  Quaker® Steel Cut Quick 3-Minute Oatmeal®  .  The opinions expressed herein are those of the author and are not indicative of the opinions or positions of  Quaker® Steel Cut Quick 3-Minute Oatmeal ® . 

Running out of the door? Don't forget your meal and we have found the perfect treat that is filling, nutrious and won't break the bank! Quaker^® Steel Cut Quick 3-Minute Oatmeal  (yes 3 minutes my friends!) is such an ingenious product. Who has time to soak steel cut oats overnight (not I say the busy bee) and this product came just in time. This winter has been a tough one and hand to sky this meal has saved me on those cold mornings when I was not in the mood to cook nor had the time to and these 3-minute treats hit the spot. To all those ladies and gents like me who lack the time but would like a solid meal these Quaker^® Steel Cut Quick 3-Minute Oatmeal are it! So even if you're running out the door, you won't skip breakfast.






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SqueeZ & Go!

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 6 AM call times, working three jobs not to mention running two blogs, an eBay and amazon store to say I am stressed is an understatement. I hit a wall a few weeks ago, I felt weak and could not get out of bed - long story short I needed to take a break and start anew. By anew friends I took a hard look at my life and how I am living it more importantly how I was not living it. While financially I can not quit my jobs and luxuriate on a beach but I can take care of myself more and by that I have made it a point to carry healthy snacks with me. Not eating and properly nourishing myself has been a huge issue and I found the perfect solution. GoGo SqueeZ Fruit & VeggieZ pouches are nutritious, no mess, wallet friendly and keeps me on my toes when I am on the run and haven't taken a moment to eat a full meal. What's ingenious about these pouches which are designed for children is that it works well for adults too and t won't compromise your waistline which is important with bikini season soon approaching. 





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MAD FETE! PARTY LIKE IT'S 1960!

Like the rest of the world I LOVE MAD MEN! The decadent and salacious show is so addictive that I want to party like it's 1960. From the fashion, decor and more there is so much kitschy 60's inspiration to draw from. Here are a few elements I want to incorporate into my MAD MEN Fete ~ 

A '60s-themed  party wouldn't be complete without snacks for guests to munch on (I plan to have episodes of the show and 60's videos play on a projector as we mingle) . For me I want to keep it simple with popular appetizers from the era like deviled eggs, Swedish meatballs and a meat and cheese tray. Now we all know a good party it's all about the drink!  Cocktails from the time period were no joke, and it's just as important to have the right glasses and bar set up. A bar cart is perfect, but I don't have one handy, so I will decorate a quick fix bar and adorn with vintage decor. I'll be nice and  add a punch bowl to the table the guests who won't be drinking, and be sure not to  forget the ice bucket, shaker and stirrers. Highball and martini glasses are a must!  

PHOTOGRAPH BY ROMULO YANES HANDMADE “NEPTUNE” OLD FASHIONED GLASS BY STEUBEN
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For the cocktails (the most important element of the fete!) I want to step it up a notch, with the ultimate '60s-style libation with a modern twist. What is it you ask? My friends it is the DISTRITO FEDERAL - it's a libation from the era that is a play off a Black Russian but better! It's near perfection with the perfect combo of rum and brandy - lucky for you all I have found it and thanks to Haitian Rhum and E&J XO Brandy. The brandy really makes the drinks and we all know - The Drapers and Sterlings enjoyed their liquor in style - with E&J you have just that. Since I am in a celebratory mood here's the recipe. And remember folks drink responsibly! 

DRINK OF CHOICE: DISTRITO FEDERAL

Into a cocktail shaker half filled with ice pour 1 jigger golden rum and 1/2 jigger each of E&J XO Brandy and coffee liqueur. Shake the mixture vigorously and strain it into an Old Fashioned glass filled with cracked ice.

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Watch It!

The ubiquity of the one-device-includes-all smart phone has killed the very concept (or need) for a watch - or did it? There is a timeless (pun intended) necessitate of wearing an exquisitely made watch that can not be outdone by an android! For us it's all about the very top of the top - the echelon of timepieces and when we want to invest in a piece that will not talk back to us (no thanks, Siri) but speak to our very soul we look no further then  BOB'S  ROLEX WATCH COLLECTION - the online marketplace where you can buy or sell your watches with ease and no hassle at all. Choose from an array of lavish Rolex Watches that will adorn any and every outfit -  these modern classics are an investment that will just appreciate in time. Now if you are a smartphone fanatic and the appeal of a watch today may now lie more in it being an eye-coaxing accessory than a necessary time tool - fine, I won't chastise you but for those iPhone lovers a luxe Rolex Watch will save you from taking a cursory glance at your cell during a business meeting or hot date (which is considered bad form ladies & gents!). And with Mother's and Father's day just around the corner why not treat your dear mum or pop to a festive Rolex Watches for all those years of giving you TLC! Now the next time you decided to wait on line outside for twelve hours for the latest smartphone remember that you can invest in a timepiece that will surely surpass said phone for years to come and with BOB'S WATCHES it's just a tweet away.  

To learn more about BOB'S WATCHES log on to www.bobswatches.com

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Neutrogena® Cosmetics : The Girl, The Make Up & The Endless Possibilities

If you are like me you are readily excited for the spring/summer seasons to begin. The fall/winter seasons I was very dark and mysterious with deep berry on my lips and jeweled tone eyeshadow to liven up my face during the cold months. Well friends I am here to share that I am over this look and can't wait to try something new and that I shall thanks to Neutrogena® Cosmetics. For spring I envision luscious lashes, sheer gloss lips and barely there lids all the while looking as fresh as the flowers that are blooming! 

From Left to Right:Neutrogena® Healthy Lengths Mascara, Neutrogena® MoistureSmooth Color Sticks, Neutrogena® Crease Proof Eye Shadows

What I absolutely adore about Neutrogena® Cosmetics is that it's wallet friendly, highly pigmented and lasts through out the day. Also it's formulated to work on even the sensitive of skins so you don't have to worry about any possible reactions to the product (and being a beauty aficionado I have had my fair share of beauty mishaps that has left me with some grisly allergic reactions - you are in the clear with Neutrogena® Cosmetics!). 

Above you will find my springtime look. It's easy, fast and with Neutrogena® Cosmetics it is effortless! With the Neutrogena® Crease Proof Eye Shadows the color is rich and opaque, yet won't crease—ever. The applicator is also great too you literally swipe and blend - it's amazing! This waterproof formula is soft enough to smudge, but once it sets, it never wanders. With my lashes it's all about the Neutrogena® Healthy Lengths Mascara. The mascara makes us appear genetically blessed in the eyelash department. The bristles lengthen, thicken, and define, with no spider-like effects. Last but not least Neutrogena® MoistureSmooth Color Sticks is the tops with it comes to moisturizing lip coverage. It may look like a chubby pencil, but it's as creamy and moisturizing as a regular lipstick. The sheer hues is shimmer-free, subtle, and sophisticated (above I used a lipliner as a primer because I wanted a bit more color but it is amazing on it's own). 

From Left to Right: Neutrogena® Crease Proof Eye Shadows, Neutrogena® Healthy Lengths Mascara, Neutrogena® MoistureSmooth Color Sticks, Neutrogena® Crease Proof Eye Shadows

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Chilli Chilli Yum Yum Thanks To GOYA!

© 2009 Jan Galbraith

I don't know about the rest of you but this winter has been one of the coldest- so much so that I have been in the comfort of my home more then I would like which for many people that translate into weight gain which I can not afford (the impending Bikini season is upon us!). So while I am in my winter phrase I want to eat smart and eating smart my friends means the standard of my culinary delights: GOYA. From the yellow rice to the delish side dishes GOYA products are flavorful and does not compromise my waistline. So this winter I will shake off the final chill of winter with a hearty chicken chili surrounded by fiber filled treats that will not sacrifice my physique. 

GOYA^® 

While I am indoors hiding from the horrible winter season I am watching Bravo and indulging and being mindful of my consumption—there’s no better meal to cozy up with on a chilly winter evening than this sultry Chipotle Chicken Chili, fragrant with warm spices - the beans, cheddar cheese and sour cream truly divine! So without further adieu here's my recipe. 

Some ingrediants to my soon to be legendary Quick Chipotle Chicken Chili! 

QUICK CHIPOTLE CHICKEN CHILI 

INGREDIANTS

• 2 canned GOYA^®  whole chipotle chilies in adobo* or 2 dried whole chipotle chilies*
• 1 cup water, boiling hot if using the dried chilies
• 2 pounds fresh tomatillos (available at Hispanic markets and may supermarkets) or three 18-ounce cans GOYA^® whole tomatillos*, drained
• 2 large onions, chopped
• 8 garlic cloves
• 3 tablespoons GOYA^® olive oil
• 2 tablespoons ground cumin
• 4 pounds ground chicken
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 1/2 teaspoons dried orégano, crumbled
• 2 teaspoons salt, or to taste
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• two 4-ounce cans GOYA^® mild green chilies, drained and chopped
• 1 tablespoon cornmeal
• a 15-ounce can (about 2 cups) GOYA^®  low sodium beans, rinsed and drained
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh coriander
• sour cream and cheddar cheese as an accompaniment if desired

PREPARATION

If using the canned chipotle chilies, in a blender purée them with the water and reserve the purée. If using dried chipotle chilies, stem and seed them wearing rubber gloves, in a small bowl let them soak in the boiling-hot water for 20 minutes, and in a blender purée the mixture, reserving the purée.

In a large heavy kettle cook the onions and 5 of the garlic cloves, minced, in the oil over moderate heat, stirring, until the onions are softened, add the cumin, and cook the mixture, stirring, for 30 seconds. Add the chicken and cook the mixture, stirring and breaking up the lumps, until the ground chicken is no longer pink. Add the reserved chipotle purée, the reserved tomatillo purée, the broth, the bay leaf, the orégano, and the salt and simmer the mixture, uncovered, adding more water if necessary to keep the chicken barely covered, for 1 hour. Stir in the bell pepper, the canned green chilies, and the cornmeal and simmer the mixture, stirring occasionally, for 30 minutes. Stir in the white beans, the coriander, the remaining 2 garlic cloves, minced, and salt to taste, simmer the chili for 3 to 5 minutes, or until the beans are heated through, and discard the bay leaf. The chili may be frozen or made 3 days in advance, cooled, uncovered, and kept covered and chilled. Serve the chili with the sour cream and cheddar cheese.

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Quick Delish Fix With MorningStar Farms

I will be the first to admit I am not well versed in cooking so when I find products that are delisious, nutrious and wallet friendly too I am all over it! In comes MORNINGSTAR FARMS® - my go to brand for all things veggie! From the burgers to my all time fave Chik'n Nuggets the products packs on tons of flavor and satisfies my cravings. Since I am a small business owner I am on an ultra tight budget and the MORNINGSTAR FARMS® burgers are my daily lunch items that ensure I won't go out and waster hard earned $$ on needless food! I just throw it in the oven (I'm old-school - no microwave for me!) make a small salad on the side and voila! I get all I need and more - better yet these burgers (I particulary love the MORNINGSTAR FARMS® Asian Veggie Patties & the Chipotle Black Bean Burger) don’t try to hide their meatless nature and instead celebrate their grain-centric origins with wonderful texture and a hint finger-licking spice. Now I wish I had recipes to share but again I am gourmet-challenged - for some over the top yum-tastic recipes and ideas check out www.morningstarfarms.com! Your tummy will thank you ~ 

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