I Love Protein Powder! part 2

So I recently purchased these 2 4-lb jugs of +Inner Armour protein powder from +Bodybuilding.com. I got them at a great price. I am satisfied with my order. On the left is the Strawberry Super Quad Protein blend which contains 24 grams of protein and on the right is the Milk Chocolate 100% Isolate Zero blend which also contains 24 grams of protein. I take the isolate after my workout and I take the Super Quad blend right before I go to sleep. I love both flavors. I chose +Inner Armour because they are low in fat and carbs. My only issue with these products is the mixability. These get a bit clumpy at the bottom of my shaker bottle. So I have to scoop out the clumps with a spoon so I don't waste anything when I wash it out. I did not have a mixability issue with +Optimum Nutrition 100% Whey Protein or +Monster Milk. Due to this issue, I do not plan on repurchasing from this brand. Mixability is important in my book and the last thing I want to do is mix my shaker bottle like a crazy person especially if I had just had a tough workout.

Smells like the Holidays

Quick post on a the Glade's Limited Edition Winter Collection. I have been using their room sprays the last couple of weeks and it gives my home such a warm holiday touch. These are perfect for this time of year. Outof  their Winter collection, my favorites scents are the Apple Cinnamon Cheer and the Sweet Holiday Treat. There are more scents in this collection and I believe +Walmart has their exclusive Merry Maple Morning line. There are plug-ins, automatic sprays and candles as well in the same scents. Good job +SC Johnson / Glade.

Tea Party: Holiday Style

If you are a tea drink then I suggest you try out +Teavana White Cholate Peppermint Tea. This stuff is sooo good! I bought 8oz of it. It's a great holiday-inspired rooibos tea. It's rich and creamy with the white chocolate pieces mixing in with the crushed candy cane pieces. Rooibos tea does not have any caffeine so its perfect during anytime of the day. Below is a photo of what it looks like in my tea tin. When you steep it you get a beautiful golden brown hue tea. Here is a list of the rest of the ingredients according to the +Teavana website.
  Ingredients:White chocolate pieces (sugar, cocoa butter, milk powder, dextrose), cocoa kernels, carob pieces, red rooibos, natural and artificial flavor, vanilla pieces, liquorice root. CONTAINS MILK

Winter = Peppermint Goodness

 

'Tis the Season for peppermint! Stores are making the transition from pumpkin goodness (which I discussed in one of my October posts) to peppermint goodness. Every brand now has something holiday-inspired particularly when it comes to peppermint oil. One example is Trident Layers Limited Edition Candy Cane flavor gum. This stuff is so good. Sometimes, I chew two pieces of it because the flavor is so delicious. Really gets you in the holiday spirit. One pack comes with 14 pieces and it usually comes in a 3pack deal. About $2-3 dollars. Must try.

Peppermint-theme products continues with Softsoap Limited Edition Wintermint Snowfall Body Wash. This stuff is perfect for the holidays. If you really enjoy the smell or peppermint or toothpaste, let's be honest, then this stuff is for you. I love minty scents so this is right up my alley. It gives you an invigorating feeling when you step out of the shower.

To layer your peppermint-self you can add these $1 Spa Perfect Hand & Body Lotion / Feet Cream from +Target. This stuff also uses peppermint extract so you can layer your Softsoap body wash with this stuff. Unlike the Softsoap body wash the Spa Perfect line has a hint of vanilla in it so it's not as strong when it comes to the peppermint. These should be found in the dollar section as soon you walk into any +Target store.

Braun CoolTec Shaver System

I have never had an enjoyable shaving experience until I got this product via a program run by Braun. My shaving ritual usually includes a trim of facial hair before using a foil shaver because if the hair remains long, it yanks at my skin which hurts. I didn't have to do that with the Braun CoolTec. I immediately used the electric shaver on my skin (no wet-face or shaving cream necessary) and it cut through my facial hair like butter. I have never, ever shaven my face this quick! It was a close comfortable shave in a matter of minutes. No post-irritation later in the day either.

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The CoolTec feature is a definitely a plus! Its almost a relaxing experience to have the cool metal brush against your cheeks. Have a trimmer attachment is another plus because it helps to clean up the sideburns.

Charging was a breeze. I like how there's two way to charge your Cooltec: 1) through the charging shell or 2) through the Clean&Charge station. Both of which use the same electric outlet connector. I have not noticed any rusting anywhere on the product which is great. The solution that comes with this electric shaver protects and cleans it; giving the blades a longer shelf-life I guess.

In terms of design, it looks really nice- high quality. It has some weight to it but its not heavy. You can still easily maneuver around your face and neck.

I am in love with my new Braun CoolTec. I plan on using this for as long as I can. I would definitely recommend this product to anyone who is need of an electric shaver who wants to have a clean-shaven look in a matter of minutes. A great choice for a gift too.