A non toxic Solution to laundry? Soap Nuts liquid laundry detergent Review #GVP

The past few years I have been converting things around my home and in our life.  What kinds of converting IS Glamamama doing, you are probably thinking.  I have been changing over to organic and less processed foods and cleaning products.  I just feel like it is healthier for my family and I sleep better at night.  I recently had the opportunity to try out a new non toxic laundry product from Green Virgin products called Soap Nuts.  It sounds kind of nutty but soap nuts have been used for thousands of years in Asia and even by Native Americans.  The use of soap nuts was actually one of the most ancient cleaning methods but it is super effective and as green as you can get. Who knows why we started using all these chemically enhanced cleaning agents when we have an effective green option like this.

The drupes (also known as soap nuts) contain saponins which are a natural surfactant or cleaner. Green Virgin extracts this natural soap called saponin from the soap nuts and combines it with water to create a 100% non toxic laundry detergent. It sounds kind of wacky but a small 8 oz bottle does 120 loads!  That saves a lot of money.  I tried it out with several different loads of clothes including towels, whites and colors.  My clothes came out very soft and I didn't even use any fabric softener. My husband really loved that Soap Nuts is hypoallergenic and didn't irritate his skin. The net negative carbon footprint is an added bonus.

Soap Nuts would be a great option for anyone that wants to use a non-toxic laundry soap or  natural detergent.  It is a great alternative to the commercially based chemical detergents out there in the stores.  I think it would be a great option if you have babies or small children too because it is hypoallergenic and fragrance free. Good for anyone with sensitive skin or people like my husband who cannot tolerate any scent. He just loved the unscented clean that Soap Nuts provided for our sheets and towels. Every load of laundry came out very clean, soft and fresh. I would even use it for more delicate fabrics like silk and wool in cold water too. I prefer washing my dresses and blouses for work versus dry cleaning so Soap Nuts would be my first choice. A few of my friends have used cloth diapers and this would be great to get them clean and odor free without any irritating scent or chemicals. 

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.

An excellent option: Advanced Probiotic Ultra Supplement #probiotics

Always check with your physician before starting any supplement product and specifically Optimal Healthcare Labs Advanced Probiotic Ultra. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Consult your healthcare professional prior to use if you are pregnant, nursing, taking any medication or have a medical condition. Keep out of reach of children.

There are so many probiotic supplements out there. It can be a challenge to figure out the best probiotic supplement for your body. Optimal Healthcare Labs Advanced Probiotic Ultra is an excellent probiotic supplement for women, kids and men. It can help you feel great with all natural formula for good health. Each serving has 10.12 Billion Cfus and more than 50 Billion Cfus in one bottle. 

Even Dr. Oz  recommends adding Probiotics to our daily diets. It is a good option that can help many everyday issues. Many people report that it is great for acne, helpful for colon health and even constipation. Others see improvement with bloating issues and abdominal discomfort.  Optimal Healthcare Labs Advanced Probiotic Ultra provides almost anyone with a Digestive Advantage in your stomach.  It can even boost your immune system with billions of live cultures. Each bottle contains 60 vegetarian capsules. 

My thoughts:  I have been taking this probiotic for a few days now and I noticed my digestion seems to be improved.  I work in a field where I come into contact with so many people that are ill I have to really work hard to boost my immune system where I can.  Of course, I have good practices like washing my hands frequently and such. I will continue to take it since I feel good and think adding a good quality probiotic into your everyday regimen is a great idea for anyone.

Disclosure of Material Connection:  I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe would be good for my readers. 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." 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.

Magnetic Screen Door by iGotTech Review #magneticscreendoor

Magnetic screen doors are not all alike. You can totally see the difference from one brand to another. Some have tough, heavy mesh construction....but not all.  That is one of the first things that I looked for when I was shopping around.  You want to prevent those mosquitos and biting buggies from getting in but you need solid construction to keep them out. IGotTech has a magnetic screen door that will send you to nirvana when you see it.

This #1 rated Best Screen Door has magnetic magic build right into the screen from top to bottom and you can see it. Take a peek at the video below and you will see.  The full 83" height is stacked with twenty-six (26!!) powerful magnets.  These strong magnets are completely buried in the reinforced adjoining edges too.  No worries about them breaking or falling off either.  If you follow the instructions and install it correctly you won't have any gaps and no gaps so what that means to you is that no bugs get in.  No bugs, no bugs, no bugs. Who in the world doesn't like the sound of that? Only the bugs I think (lol)!

The entire fram of the iGotTech Best Screen is lined with reinforced velcro. It is like a velcro mile that no other screen door has.  There is super-heavy duty velcro around every inch along the top and both sides.  They even include additional support nails to prevent any mishaps and NO chance of bugs, at least inside your house.

iGotTech has an amazing creative department that has put together a video that is totally foolproof. You can easily use this video to ensure you get your iGotTech Best Magnetic Screen Door quickly installed right the first time, to maximize your bug-free bliss all summer long.

In addition, iGotTech shares that they have their infamous   "BUGS NOT-INVITED" construction guarantee with everyone who purchases their Best Screen Door. If their #1 Best Screen construction quality, or anything about our product is not up to par: They want to know.  Our top priority is for all their customers to be totally satisfied and they stand behind their products 100%. That means if you don't like it, you can return it for a full refund, no questions asked. Simple as that! You can buy it right here on Amazon:

http://www.amazon.com/Magnetic-Screen-Door-CONSTRUCTION-Bugs-Not-Invited/dp/B00KZNOHTW

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.

Hill's ideal balance Pet Food #idealbalance #PetFoodCrew

Disclosure: I received Hill's ideal balance products and samples complimentary through Crowdtap in order to provide my own unbiased review and share with my friends. As always, the opinions here are my own.

A dog's health starts with good quality food like Hill's ideal balance. It is all about a healthy lifestyle! Treats are included in a healthy lifestyle for pets too.  How lucky can you get when your sweet Beau gets a big ole box of Hill's ideal balance to share with his doggie friends? We received an awesome box from Hill's and Crowdtap including the following items:

1 bag of Grain Free Natural chicken and Potato Recipe Dry Food
1 can Grain Free Braised Salmon Recipe Wet Food
1 bag Soft-Baked Naturals with Duck and Pumpkin Treats
1 Coupon Booklet with $20 in Savings
1 Hill's Ideal Balance Retractable Leash

Beau decided he wanted to share with his little friends.  His best friends are Portia and Sammie, a mom and her son. They love to play together and Bob brings them by almost every day.  It was so funny, as soon as Portia and Sammie saw the Hill's food they went kind of nutty.  They went all crazy when I opened up the treats. All three of the dogs were racing around the yard chasing after the treats. 

Bob agreed with me that Hill's Ideal Balance dog food is a high quality product. It is a grain-free dog food. Bob and his wife Teresa have switched around a few times and are pretty particular on the quality of their food. Bob liked that the treats had pumpkin in them. The dogs really seem to enjoy foods that have pumpkin and he feels like it is healthy for them. The other thing we both agreed was a good thing was that Hill's Ideal Balance food  contain no grain. We think is easier for the dogs to digest.  We both appreciate that Hill's pet food is made in the USA. I always try to support businesses that are based here. It just makes good sense.  

Beau also loves Miss Addie. She doesn't live so close so we don't get to see her as often but I decided I would share the coupons with my friend Lynn so Addie could try some of the goodies too. Lynn and I talk often so I told her about the exciting box that Beau and I received.  She was laughing when I told her Beau wanted to share the coupons with Addie so she could try some of the yummy food and delicious treats. She was excited to get the coupons though and she found the Hill's treats this week. She told me that Miss Addie really liked them and the girl's had her running all over to fetch them.  

Hill's Ideal Balance contains the perfect combination of nutrients keeps your pet's weight steady. That is important for their long term health.   At Hill's, they have a whole  team of specialized pet nutritionists who use only natural ingredients to create recipes with optimal levels of over 50 nutrients. This provides the perfect balance of nutrition for your dog's health-nothing more, nothing less. At the same time it tastes yummy so your dog will gobble it up.

If you would like to have the opportunity to sample and share other great brands you can sign up for Crowdtap yourself.  I’ve been a member of Crowdtap for several years now and there are always great opportunities for sample shares, gift cards and more.