As women age, they should be concerned with the amount of calcium that they get daily.  There are many different forms of calcium supplements, but Adora™ Calcium Supplement doesn’t taste like a supplement at all!  Instead it tastes like I am indulging in a great piece of chocolate.  Each Adora™ Calcium Supplement is a square of chocolate that tastes rich and creamy, plus, you are getting your daily does of calcium.

Each piece has only 30 calories and provides up to 50% of the daily value of calcium plus vitamin D3 and magnesium for optimal absorption.

Unfortunately, the average woman only gets about 2/3 of the calcium that they need.  However, as woman we should be concerned with osteoporosis and other health effects that come from calcium deficiency.  Taking calcium supplements can actually help ease menstrual cramping and other PMS symptoms as well.

I was really impressed with the taste of Adora™ Calcium Supplement.  I was worried that the chocolate would be overcome with a medicine taste, but that was certainly not the case.  I felt like I was having a treat instead of taking a supplement!

Would you like to try Adora™ Calcium Supplements?  I am giving away two packages: Milk Chocolate and Dark Chocolate.  Each of these packages retails for $7.99.  To enter, simply fill out the Rafflecopter form below.  Giveaway Ends February 16, 2012.  Open to US Residents Only.

a Rafflecopter giveaway

I don’t know how often I have bought nails over the years for myself and my daughters. While they work well for a while, the fit is just not that great. Those that are blessed with great nails, probably don’t realize that there are many of us that just don’t have great nails. If I really wanted perfect nails, I would to go to a salon every couple of weeks and spend tons of money.

Now, you can have customized nails made just for you! Custom Nail Solutions Nail System is a custom fit finger nail that is guaranteed to never break, chip, crack. These nails are designed not to change shape or stain and will last a lifetime.

Everyone has unique nail beds. That is why the nails you buy at the drugstore just don’t seem to fit right. Your custom fit nails are fit to your nail beds and are meant to be removable and reusable. Plus, you can paint them with nail polish, apply nail art and even nail wraps. When you want a change, simply remove the paint/nail art with nail polish remover.

You get to choose from French Tip or Solid Pink nails. In addition, you choose between five lengths and three shapes. You will be sent forms to use on your nails to make an impression of your nail beds (these must be performed on newly professional manicured nails to get the best fit). Your impressions will be scanned and your nails created. You receive your custom nails and an Application and Removal Kit in approximately one week.

Custom Nail Solutions has generously offered one custom nail set for my readers.  Come back  for the Spring Fashionista Giveaway in March to win this prize and see what other great fashion products you can win!

To find out more about Custom Nail Solutions check out their social media sites:

Facebook:

One of my New Year’s Resolutions this year was to quit drinking diet soda (and soda in general). I believe that anything can be addictive, and diet soda was certainly on the top of my list. CNN reported recently that

experts say the rituals that surround diet soda and the artificial sweeteners it contains can make some people psychologically — and even physically — dependent on it in ways that mimic more serious addictions.

Diet soda has been linked with a number of harmful side effects including:

• Kidney Damage – In a recent study, women who drank two or more servings of diet soda a day found a 30% decrease in kidney function.
• Tooth Enamel Damage – While diet soda does not contain sugar, it does contain phosphoric acid which can decay tooth enamel.
• Bone Loss – Phosphoric acid causes calcium to be excreted more quickly than normal. If you are worried about osteoporosis, quitting diet soda is a must.
• Weight Gain – Recent studies have linked drinking diet soda to weight gain. It is not the diet soda that is causing the gain, but the mindset – believing that you can splurge on other items because you are drinking diet soda. Some researches believe the sweet taste to diet soda causes more sweet cravings as well.

How I Quit Diet Coke

My diet soda of choice is Diet Coke. At first, I started mixing half regular Diet Coke with half Caffeine Free Diet Coke. If i was out and I couldn’t find the caffeine free, I filled my cup with ice and then soda so that I was drinking a lot less. I started drinking more water as well. After a few days, I just went cold turkey. Yes, I did get a couple headaches from caffeine withdrawal, but Advil solved that problem.

Diet Coke is still VERY tempting, but I have learned to substitute with other drinks. I keep a couple of bottles of Vitamin Water or Gatorade in the car in case I decided I need something flavored. Otherwise, I stick to water.

As I have gotten older, my teeth have become much more sensitive. Thank goodness, Colgate has come out with a sensitivity toothpaste that gets to the root of the problem! The new Colgate Sensitive Pro-Relief toothpaste was designed to get to the nerve and build a protective shield to help protect against sensitivity.

I recently learned that up to 57% of adults suffer from tooth sensitivity and that younger adults (ages 25-45) are just as likely to suffer from sensitivity as older adults (over 45). Colgate Sensitive Pro-Relief toothpaste rushes to the source of the pain faster. The product comes is regular and teeth whitening as well.

I have been using this toothpaste for the past three weeks and I must say that I haven’t had any sensitive tooth issues in that time. I love the flavor of the toothpaste and it works well for cleaning too! Colgate offers a money back guarantee if you are not satisfied with this product.

I received a sample of this toothpaste to try for myself. All opinions are 100% my own.

I was thrilled to be able to host an Oral-B party through Mommy Parties this month. I love Oral-B products, they make quality dental health products. I received a party pack to share with my guests that included:

Oral-B Stage III Brushes
Pro-Health FOR ME Brushes
Oral-B Stages Flossers
Pro-Health FOR ME Paste
Pro-Health FOR ME Floss Picks
Pro-Health FOR ME Rinse
Cars II Gummy Vitamins

Also included was Disney’s Cars II Movie DVD plus popcorn and popcorn boxes for the kiddies to eat while watching the movie! I made all the goodie bags ahead of time for the guests. When the kids and moms arrived, I gathered the kids together and we played the healthy mouth game. With the provided flashcards the kids were able to put the appropriate items with the healthy or not healthy mouth. They loved the game and wanted to play again!

Next, we let the kids watch the Cars II Movie with their popcorn while the moms discussed tips and trivia for healthier teeth. Did you know that Crest and Oral-B Pro-Health FOR ME is the first and only complete line of oral care products for tweens? We also learned that Oral-B Stages 3 offers a regimen including toothbrush, toothpaste and flossers for children ages 5-7 years old. The fact that the moms did not realize was that the American Dental Association recommends that you change your toothbrush every three months.

After the movie, I gave all their guests their goody bags and they were excited to try out the products! For more information about the products, follow @OralB and @Crest on Twitter and visit the Oral-B and Crest Facebook pages.

Disclosure: I received a box of samples to host a party and for review purposes. The opinions are completely my own.

Centrum has introduced a new line of supplements called ProNutrients that are designed to work with your multivitamin. As a busy mom with three kids, I know how difficult it is to eat properly and get the nutrition that I need. I was thrilled to be able to try Centrum’s ProNutrients Fruit and Veggie MiniTabs. If there is one thing lacking in my eating habits it is getting the right amount of fruits and vegetables. Each MiniTab equals one serving of a blend of fruits and vegetables. They are 100% naturally sourced from grapes, blueberries, raspberries, plums, carrots and tomatoes.

Centrum also offers two other ProNutrient products – DualAction Probiotic and Omega-3 Triple Action Minigels. The DualAction Probiotic is a blended powdered that helps maintain digestive balance and supports healthy immune funtion while the Omega-3 Triple Action Minigels is an ultra concentrated minigel that contains EPA & DHA, nutrients found in fish oil.

I have always loved Centrum vitamin products and now they have products that further support my nutritional needs. It is great to be able to find supplements that will complement a multivitamin and from a manufacturer that I already trust!

Disclosure: I received product from Centrum for review. All thoughts and opinions are 100% my own.

Recently, I have been wary of cosmetics that are not natural and organic. I worry about all the years that I used cosmetics that contained harmful additives and colorings. Fortunately, I have found a new Flavor Balm that is both natural and organic!

Ladybug Jane, located in Marina Del Rey, California, manufactures all-NATURAL Flavored Lip Balms. I was fortunate to be able to try the new Crazy Coconut and Vanilla Cupcake Lip Balms. My daughters also tried the flavors and we all absolutely loved them. The lip balm was not too waxy and when applied did not feel like a ton of wax on your lips. The flavoring was just enough, without being overwhelming.

These lip balms are made from the finest ingredients including: organic palm kernel oil, organic avocado oil, organic coco butter, organic sunflower oil, organic castor oil, organic jojoba oil, organic aloe leaf extract, organic carnauba wax, Vitamin E, and Natural (food grade) flavoring. Plus, these Lip Balms are MADE IN THE USA!

You can follow LadyBug Jane on Facebook and Twitter to keep updated when new flavors are released!

More information about LadyBugJane Flavored Lip Balms:
- Vegan certified
- USDA Certified Organic Ingredients
- Natural Sun Protection without Chemicals from Organic Aloe Extract and Vitamin E
- Nut + Beeswax Free *Safe For Anyone With Nut or Bee Allergies
- Non-toxic – In case you lick your lips;- don’t we all?
- No Dyes or Artificial Colors
- 100% Natural Flavors *No Phthalates
- ECO Friendly Packaging
- Made In The USA
- No Testing On Animals
- Contains No Nasty Preservatives like Parabens, Propylene Glycol or Polyethylene Glycol
- Sweetened with Organic Stevia = 0 Calories
- No Hydrogenated Oils- All Oils are USDA Certified Organic
- No GMO Ingredients
- No Petroleum or Mineral Oils
- Gluten Free

I received two Flavor Balms to reviews. All opinions expressed are 100% my own.

I absolutely love Bath & Body Works Foaming Hand Soap Pumps. Right now they are on sale for 6 for $20 so I am going to run a pick up a few! However, sometimes, I run out of the soap and want to refill the pumps with other liquid soaps that I have on hand. However, not all liquid soaps are created equal. The soap in the foaming hand soap pumps are thinner than regular liquid soaps or body washes.

To refill the foaming hand soap pump, I start with one part liquid soap to two parts water (for example, one ounce soap to two ounces water). Slowly shake it and give it a try. If it does not pump easily, add more water. There is no one formula for this because different soaps are different thicknesses.

New fragrances for the holiday season at Bath & Body Works include Winter Candy Apple, Pink Sugarplum, Vanilla Bean Noel and Twisted Peppermint. Each has a cute design as well!

I die my own hair, but I don’t want to have to die it more than I need to. Between coloring, I use a root color to help hide darker roots. Here are five products that I discovered that can help you stretch the time between coloring sessions:

• Clairol Root Touch-Up by Nice ‘N Easy. This product works in 10 minutes and has more shades than any other root product. Root Touch-Up lasts up to three weeks and has 100% gray coverage. It comes with a precision brush for quick and easy application.
• L’Oreal Root Rescue. This low ammonia formula features a built in conditioner. Works in 10 minutes. Many shades to choose from. If you use a L’Oreal color, it is easy to find the perfect match.
• TouchBack Hair Marker. This marker bonds to the hair and blends seamlessly with permanent hair color. It contains no ammonia or peroxide. Includes a special comb. This product should be applied to dry hair and it will wash out at your next shampoo.
• Joan Rivers Beauty Great Hair Day Fill-In Powder. The powder, available in five different shades, can help cover root growth between salon visits. It is also good for covering shiny spots on the scalp. It is formulated to stay in until you wash it out.
• Rita Hazan Root Concealer. The spray on concealer comes in four natural shades and contains dry shampoo that absorbs oil and creates texture. Covers gray and washes out. Available at Sephora.com.

Right now you can get a $1 off coupon good for any Maybelline NY Cosmetics purchase at Rite Aid. Print your coupon before they disappear! Head on over to facebook.com/riteaid and “like” their page, then click on the “All Things Beauty” tab on the left hand side.