Turmeric Curcumin Capsules - Healthnex Supplements - Review

As I said in my review of another Turmeric Curcumin product:

Turmeric Curcumin Capsules - Premium Grade - Amazon

Many people cook with Turmeric Curcumin, but I wouldn't know where to buy it! These capsules smell like sweet potatoes so I would probably like the flavor but because it appears to be a root, it may be hard to incorporate into a meal - and to prepare.

This product allows you to get all of the benefits of Turmeric Curcumin without having to incorporate it into a meal and slave over the preparation. These capsules are easy to swallow and don't actually have a flavor to them.

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This product also claims that Turmeric Curcumin is an antioxidant and detoxifier that naturally removes dangerous toxins from your body and protects you against cellular damage from free radical molecules for healthier skin, organs, muscles, and bones!

Curcumin is the yellow pigment of Turmeric, more popularly known as one of the most the most common spices used in Indian cooking. Curcumin has been employed for hundreds of years in The Indian subcontinent being a key element in Ayurvedic medicine process. With additional tests, case studies and experiments being performed over the last 50 years or so it has been uncovered that Curcumin is the substance in Turmeric that delivered all the wonderful health benefits associated with Turmeric.

My Thoughts

I have had consistent knee pain for a few years now because of my ACL replacement surgery in 2010. I have tried all kinds of products to get rid of the pain. I have seen specialists done months and months of physical therapy, nothing seemed to help. Even just walking for a few hours incapacitated me for the rest of the day, I was almost always swollen!

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These capsules don't have any different effect for me than others that I have tried. Nothing truly makes them stand out. If I was basing my choice on price alone (current prices shown), I would choose this one.


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Softy Sanitizing Wipes for Hand and Surface Review

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Softy is an American company that sells alcohol-free sanitizing wipes that can be used to clean hands, body, and surfaces. They are the largest and softest sanitizer wipes on the market.

The package I received came with this additional information on the product:

• 150 ct. extra large 7" x 8" wipes - Use fewer wipes to get the job done.
• Alcohol free anti-bacterial formula kills 99.9% of germs in less than 5 seconds.
• Use on hands, body, and surfaces.
• Thick quilted fabric for a plush, pillowy feel. 
• Each sheet is strong enough to hold a 12-kg kettlebell.
• Citrus Fresh Scent. 



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• Made in the USA.

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If you are looking for large sanitizing wipes that refuse to shred under pressure these Softy wipes are what you MUST buy! The size is one of the biggest selling points for me, I hate using sanitizing wipes from other manufacturers and needing to use 5 or 6 to get the job done. These wipes are durable and large and allow me to complete the job with just ONE sheet!

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Especially in this season with colds and the flu going around these are a must! I will definitely be buying a second container for in the office. And why not? I can order through Amazon and use promotional code: 7J95L6AU to receive 50% off! And so can you!

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Romancing Christmas: 10 Love Stories To Spice Up The Holidays - Review

 Romancing Christmas: 10 Love Stories To Spice Up The Holidays - Amazon

If you're anything like me, you'll love reading these holiday romances. And you'll love the great deal you'll get when buying them! 10 Kindle books for $0.99? Count me in!

Not only is this box set so reasonably priced, the stories are well written - USA Today Best selling and Award-Winning Authors good - the stories included will stick with you. This set of novellas is something you will want to read each year to get into the holiday spirit.Each story is different and you are sure to find one that speaks to you.

This boxed set of 10 heartwarming romances includes Christmas romances from futuristic themes all the way to friends-into-lovers stories. The 10 stories included in this boxed set are shown below with a short description of the plot, without giving too much away!

1. Broken Protocols 3.5 by Dale Mayer 
• Dani and Charmin, her talking cat, were brought 200 years into the future to a world without Christmas. Nostalgic for holiday cheer, Dani yearns to celebrate, and Levi, her hunky future lover is just the guy to make it happen. How can he create Christmas in a world that no longer knows what a holiday is?
2. Shades Series: Shades of Holly by H.D. Thomson

•  Enter Zach Howard, a man who's finally managed to get his life on track this holiday season, until that is, he comes across a pair of otherworldly sunglasses. They reveal scenes of a terrifying future. Holly, the one woman he's never stopped loving, is in danger of a psychopath. Zach is determined to fight for Holly, even at the risk of his own life. Do Christmas miracles and angels still exist?
3. A Season For Love by Chantel Rondeau
•  The specter of death tempered by beautiful miracles is all in a day's work for head nurse Tess Riggs and pediatric specialist Dr. Dash Brisson. But discovering Christmas is the season for love could be their biggest challenge yet.
4. Christmas Hope by Leslie Lynch
•  Sam Bledsoe can barely keep food on the table, as well as his badly scarred face away from curious eyes. Free spirit Becca Sweet is pregnant--and down on her luck. With Christmas and a storm on the way, living in her car is no longer an option. Sam comes to Becca's rescue, but will hope lead to love, the most precious Christmas gift of all?
5. A Christmas Miracle by Sandy Loyd
• Megan Jenkins isn't looking forward to Christmas, a holiday that reminds her of what she had and lost, a husband who died right after Christmas, leaving her with a fatherless son to raise. On Christmas Eve, Megan experiences her own Christmas Miracle as she learns the true meaning of giving with the help of Kevin Murdock, a long-time friend who's always been there for her.
6. Salty Carmel Christmas by Barbara Lohr
•  Nothing ever changes for Rachel Morgan in Paris, Indiana. But when she returns home for Christmas, a kiss from a soft-spoken guy with killer blue eyes makes her take a second look. Sometimes life can be like a salty Christmas carmel--sweet but with a tang you remember. Sometimes the boy you leave behind is the man you want forever.
7. Heating Up The Holidays by Marcia James 
•  When Chris Spencer returns home with his daughter, he's not looking for a second chance with his first love. And the last thing Nicky Paxton needs at Christmas time is her high school heart-breaker. But thanks to a hairless dog and a lonely child, they might get their Christmas desires.
8. Insanity Claus by Carolyn Hughey
•  A widow of two years, Mallory Gardner is struggling to keep her business alive and her dysfunctional family together. Having two daughters, one who blames Mallory for her father's death is enough to test anyone's sanity. But when Arden J. Miller waltzes into town, he has other ideas--like capturing Mallory's heart. Will the holiday spirit sweep Mallory away and solve the unsolvable?
9. A Family For Christmas by Tallulah Grace 
•  Erin Matthews returns home to find closure, but she soon discovers truths that change her life forever. Luke Simmons never expected to meet a woman who sparks fire in his soul, even as his heart is breaking. Together, they find healing, and the true spirit of Christmas, in the love of a patchwork family.
10. A Father For Christmas by Rachelle Ayala 
•  Single mother Kelly Kennedy can't afford lavish gifts for her four-year-old daughter, Bree. Homeless veteran Tyler Manning doesn't believe he deserves a Merry Christmas. When Bree asks Santa for a father and picks Tyler, both Tyler and Kelly must believe in the power of love to give Bree her best Christmas ever.

I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.

50 Things to Know About Getting Free Stuff to Review - EBook Review

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Are you looking for ways to get free stuff? Do you want to share your opinions with others? Are you a blogger like me looking for ways to add reviews to your blog? If you answered yes to any of these questions then this book is exactly what you need!

This book: 50 Things to Know About Getting Free Stuff To Review: Understanding What it Takes to Get Offers shares tips and tricks for reviewing products and getting products to review. Many people will tell you that all you that it is an easy way to get free products. Although there's nothing wrong with that, it does take some time and work to jump into that market.

Building relationships with companies is the most important piece of the process but that comes with work and time -- sometimes lots of time.


This book teaches you tips and tricks that can help you understand how to sell yourself to readers and companies. It will help you create a blog, find products to review, and write engaging content that can be shared over many social networks. By the time you finish this book, you will know what your niche market is and how to get products that fit inside that niche to review.

Having been a blogger for about five years now but a product reviewer for only about one, this book was somewhat helpful. If you're motivated enough to put some effort into finding sources of free products, this system will work.

The advice is to start a blog based on your interests and experience and build up a following. Having this following makes you a more attractive reviewer, since your reviews will be reaching a larger audience. Then it's a matter of finding companies with product lines that would appeal to your niche audience and asking to receive free products for review. I'm very happy that the author emphasizes that product reviewing is not a business but it does require commitment.

If this sounds like something you want to do, grab a copy today, you will be glad you did. Plus, it's only $0.99 on Amazon!

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2 True Synergy - Pure and Potent Turmeric Curcumin Extract Review

I love natural products as much as the next gal but I'm always skeptical when trying out a new product anyways. They're not FDA approved and the claims they make are not necessarily true even so why put your trust in these products?

Many people cook with Turmeric Curcumin, but I wouldn't know where to buy it! These capsules smell like sweet potatoes so I would probably like the flavor but because it appears to be a root, it may be hard to incorporate into a meal - and to prepare.

This product allows you to get all of the benefits of Turmeric Curcumin without having to incorporate it into a meal and slave over the preparation. These capsules are easy to swallow and don't actually have a flavor to them.


Curcumin has powerful antioxidant effects, it neutralizes free radicals on its own, then stimulates the body's own antioxidant enzymes. Not only does Turmeric Curcumin promote internal health, but can also result in external health such as better looking skin and radiant hair. Some of the perks of Pure and Potent Turmeric Curcumin Extract capsules are:

• Powerful Antioxidant
• Potent Anti-Inflammation Response
• Promotes Cellular Homeostasis & Health
• Blocks the formation of beta-amyloid the substance responsible for the plaques that obstruct cerebral function found in diseases like Alzheimer's
• 6 different COX-2 inhibitors the compounds the create inflammation in arthritis sufferers
• Supports Joint, Heart & Brain Health
• Benefits Radiant Skin & Hair

Further research reports that Turmeric Curcumin can:

• Helps maintain a healthy digestive system
• Helps with keeping your liver and blood flow healthy
• Can help with a healthier nervous system
• Keeps your circulatory system healthy and balanced
• Can help balance and ensure correct cholesterol levels
• Can help with the way your body and neurological system responds to your stress levels

With this product, you can support your body with an all natural anti-inflammatory, antioxidant miracle spice. This product helps to relieve pain and inflammation in the body safely & naturally. Check it out for yourself on Amazon.

My Thoughts

I have had consistent knee pain for a few years now because of my ACL replacement surgery in 2010. I have tried all kinds of products to get rid of the pain. I have seen specialists done months and months of physical therapy, nothing seemed to help. Even just walking for a few hours incapacitated me for the rest of the day, I was almost always swollen! This product has been amazing at reducing my swelling from daily activity and I like that I only need to take it once a day!

I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.

Scott Naturals® Toss The Tube Sampling - Crowdtap

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I received a four pack of Scott Naturals® Tube-Free toilet paper this week from Crowdtap to review. I can't wait to share this greener solution with my followers!

What Was In The Package?

• 1 4-roll package of Scott Naturals® Tube-Free toilet paper
• 1 sampling insert

Why Is This Important?

Reducing our footprint is important to me, so why not start with something small: toilet paper tubes! What do you do with your toilet paper tubes currently? Most people just throw them away and think nothing of it but there's much more that you can do! Doing a quick internet search pulls up all kinds of ideas of how to reuse them such as recycling, composting, or more creative uses such as cord organizers. 

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But why use them at all? Why even have them in the house. Keeping them out of a landfill is great but that's just one half of the problem. The other half involves the manufacturing process. As with any product, tubes require resources and energy. If a company doesn't make their own tubes, then packaging and transportation are also added to the environmental cost. And, of course, not everyone finds a use for them ... billions end up in landfills each year.

Scott Naturals® Tube-Free toilet paper is coming to the rescue to reduce your paper usage and assist in keeping these paper products out
of landfills! Toilet paper and a cardboard tube has been around for centuries but what if they didn't have to go hand-in-hand?

I learned that Scott Naturals® Tube-Free toilet paper is the only major brand that is Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certified. The FSC has confirmed that this product has been sourced in an environmentally-friendly, socially responsible and economically viable manner. The company tried adding recycled content to the product but found that the quality and softness was compromised. They are currently researching alternative fibers for potential use in the future.

How Does Scott Naturals® Tube-Free TP Stack-up Against The Competition?

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Each roll contains four hundred unscented one-ply sheets. Typically, one-ply sheets are thin and flimsy but these ones are thick and sturdy. My toilet-paper holder has a compressible roll holder that is quite large in diameter but it still slips easily through the roll's opening. The best part about this paper is that at the end of the roll, the final sheet slips easily off the holder.

The paper is appropriate for use in septic tanks or direct sewer line connections. There's nothing to dislike about this toilet paper and everything to love about reducing your family's waste!

I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free from Crowdtap.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. 

Newly Designed Cassani Fogless Shower Mirror Review

What I thought of the Cassani Fogless Shower Mirror

I live in an apartment which I rent so I wasn't comfortable hanging the mirror on the shower wall with such a permanent hook. I went to Walmart and bought a few command hooks instead so they're easy to remove when necessary.

I love using this mirror and having it in the shower, the fact that it doesn't fog is amazing! I don't shave my face in the shower but this mirror has made shaving my armpits easier. Washing my face is easy with this mirror since I can ensure that I am washing everything and that I have washed off all the soap.

My boyfriend has begun shaving in the shower when he visits because of this mirror and he enjoys the close shave he is getting. He has had problems in the past with razor burn but by shaving in the shower he doesn't have to worry about that anymore!

While I have only had it hanging in the shower for a few days, I have found that the mirror does not fog and it hasn't caused issues. It hasn’t fallen off the wall or anything like that. This would be good for basically any shower, any bathroom though I do suggest using the command hooks if you are in an apartment and worried about removing the more permanent hooks from the wall.

The razor wall mount is the perfect size for any razor. In the rare event that the fog free shower mirror does fog up or gets something on it, I just take it off the wall mount, run it under the water, and voila, it’s perfect again!

Why Should You Shave In The Shower?

• It is warm and clean
• No more messy sink
• Razor burn be gone - The steam from a nice hot shower softens hair and skin, while also opening up the pores for a closer shave, and get rid of razor burn.
• Continuous hydration

 

How To Use The Cassani Fogless Shower Mirror

• WARNING: Do *NOT *use cleaning products, towels or cloths on this mirror.

The Anti-Fog Nanotechnology is infused into the mirror's reflection surface. Using cleaning products here will very likely remove the anti-fog "magic". Also, using a cloth or towel will result in light scratches or tiny fibers appearing on the mirror.

• It is recommended that you rinse your fogless mirror with clean, warm, running water, and gently rubbing it with your (clean) finger/s. 

You will want to remove the protective clear coating from the front side of your new shower mirror and brown coating from the back of it, to see a squeaky clean white backing that looks significantly nicer. The brown coating will be a little harder to get off but it's okay to give it a good pull.

Clean the area in your shower where you will put your mirror and razor hooks with rubbing alcohol and make sure the surface is very dry before putting the adhesives in place.

Place pressure on the hook(s) for 30-45 seconds and then allow the hooks a few hours to set before hanging anything on them.
 

Included With The Cassani Fogless Shower Mirror

1. 1 Shatter-Proof Fogless Shower Mirror 
2. 1 Stainless Steel Mirror Wall Mount
3. 1 Stainless Steel Shaving Razor Wall Mount

  
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Creamy Poblano Mac & Cheese Made With Campbell’s® Condensed Creamy Poblano & Queso Soup

Yummy Mac & Cheese Recipe! It's just slightly spicy, yummy though!! The recipe was extremely easy to make and it turned out creamy, smooth, and highly recommended.

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 medium onion, chopped (about 1/2 cup)
• 1/2 cup red bell pepper, chopped
• 1 cup medium tomato, chopped
• 1 clove garlic, chopped
• 1/8 teaspoon salt and ground black pepper
• 1 can (10 3/4 ounces) Campbell’s® Condensed Creamy Poblano & Queso Soup
• 3/4 cup milk
• 1 cup shredded Cheddar Jack cheese (about 4 ounces)
• 8 ounces (1/2 of a 1-pound package) elbow macaroni, cooked and drained
• 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro   

Instructions

1. Heat the butter in a 3-quart saucepan over medium-high heat.  Add the onion and pepper and cook for 5 minutes or until the vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally.
   
   
2. Add the tomato and garlic to the saucepan and cook and stir for 1 minute.  Season with the salt and black pepper.
   
3. Stir in the soup and milk and heat to a boil.  Remove the saucepan from the heat.  Add the cheese and stir until melted.  Stir in the macaroni.  Sprinkle with the cilantro.

I doubled this recipe so that I would have enough for all my friends who were planning to visit.... Of course, only two of them showed up in the end. I have all kinds of left overs!

I didn't serve it directly after cooking but rather I cooked it on Friday and let it cool in the refrigerator  over night. I put some bread crumbs on top before baking at 350*F for 30 minutes.

It was still creamy and delicious! Also, as proof that I do have friends who enjoyed this meal with me, here's Bonnie and Ian enjoying the soup and mac & cheese!

I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free from Crowdtap.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. 

Loaded Potato Soup Made With Swanson Cream Starter Broth

Another easy recipe, and SO delicious! I'm realizing again that this whole cooking thing is super easy and maybe I was making this whole thing out to be harder than it ought to be! Who am I kidding, it's always come easy! Using Swanson Traditional Cream Starter made it super easy too.

Ingredients

• 1/2 of a 1 lb. package of bacon, diced (about 8 strips)
• 1 one pound russet potato, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces (about 3 cups)
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 carton Swanson Cream Starter Broth (Traditional or 25% Reduced Fat)
• 1/2 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
•  3 green onions or fresh chives, chopped
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Instructions

1. Cook the bacon in a 4-quart sauce pan over medium heat until crisp, stirring often.  Remove the bacon from the saucepan and drain on paper towels.  Pour off all but 2 tablespoons drippings
2. Add the potatoes and onion to the saucepan, season with salt and black pepper and cook for 5 minutes or until the vegetables are tender-crisp, stirring occasionally.  Add the garlic and cook and stir for 1 minute.
3. Stir in the cream starter and heat to a boil.  Reduce the heat to low.  Cover and cook for 20 minutes or until the potatoes are tender, stirring occasionally.  Stir in half the bacon and half the cheese.  Top with the remaining bacon, remaining cheese and the green onions before serving.

As per usual, I made my own changes to the recipe. You may have noticed from one of the first image in this post that I did NOT peel the potatoes, and yes, I pluralized that. I had a lot of potatoes to get rid of and I used them all, so yes..... I doubled the recipe!

I used one package of Traditional Swanson Cream Starter Broth and one of the 25% Reduced Fat Swanson Cream Starter Broth. It was a huge hit with everyone!

I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free from Crowdtap.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.