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Arm & Hammer Spinbrush {Enter to win $1,000!}

July 25, 2012 By

Over the past few months I’ve featured several different Arm and Hammer products: baking soda and its many uses, accomplishing a more confident smile with Advanced Whitening toothpaste and how to have brighter and whiter clothing with Arm and Hammer plus OxiClean.

The Arm and Hammer Spinbrush ProClean is the next Arm and Hammer product I will be using in place of my previous brand. This electric toothbrush reaches 70% more plaque in hard-to-reach places than a manual toothbrush. Our family has been using manual toothbrushes the past few years so I will be interested if I see or feel a change with the switch to electric.

For someone who has a tendency to have plaque build-up and a cavity once in awhile, I can predict that switching to the Spinbrush ProClean could save me dental bills over the years by getting rid of most of the plaque before it becomes a health problem.

Does your family use electric toothbrushes? Print a coupon for $2.00 off any Spinbrush or Tooth Tunes toothbrush!

The maker of ARM & HAMMER® products challenged me to switch to ARM & HAMMER Spinbrush ProClean and this summer, they are giving away $12,000 in the ARM & HAMMER Switch & Save Challenge Sweepstakes. To be entered to win one (1) of twelve (12) $1,000 prizes, simply reply to the question below!

Remember to join other ARM & HAMMER Switch & Save conversations for even more chances to win!

This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Arm & Hammer. The opinions and text are all mine. Official Sweepstakes Rules.

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#GrabASpoon ’til June! The Countdown to Summer is On!

June 8, 2012 By

The official start to summer is only a few weeks away and many of us are trying to get in shape for swimsuit season. We can’t hibernate in those bulky winter sweaters anymore and nor should we want to! A healthy lifestyle shouldn’t be seasonal.

My goal this summer is to make fresh, well-rounded meals using ingredients from my garden. Some of my favorite, healthy summer meals are: Fridge Berry Oatmeal, Grilled Veggies and Chipotle Shrimp with Sweet Potato Mash. {Try them, they’re delish!} My inspiration boards are full of healthy meals that I’d like to try this summer.

Another goal of mine is to be healthier through exercise, skincare, and haircare and just making overall healthier choices that will help me look and feel my best. Here is my inspiration board for healthy living.

To help with your healthy lifestyle goals, Keri Glassman and Dannon Oikos are encouraging you to ‘Grab a Spoon ‘til June’ with rich and creamy 0% fat Dannon Oikos® Greek nonfat yogurt to help you stay on track towards your goals.

Keri, a nationally recognized dietician shares a few tips to get you started this summer:

  • Every Meal Is A “Monday Morning”. Focus on eating better, one meal at a time. Otherwise it can be easy to get discouraged – forget the worry! Your only mission: Make the next meal you eat nutritious, balanced and satisfying.
  • Don’t Eat Around A Craving. Honor your craving with a conscious indulgence – take a few deep breaths and find a healthy alternative! Try satisfying your sweet tooth with Dannon Oikos® Greek nonfat yogurt, it is nutritious but still has an incredible taste.
{Giveaway!} One winner will receive a signed copy of Keri Glassman’s new book Slim, Calm, Sexy Diet. All you have to do is answer the question: “How do you shake up your diet routine for summer?” in the comments below. A winner will be chosen on July 6th.
Visit OikosYogurt.com and “like” Oikos on Facebook for coupons, recipes and more healthy lifestyle ideas!

I have partnered with Dannon to help promote the Dannon Oikos Greek Grab a Spoon campaign.  I have been compensated for my time commitment to the program, which includes writing about the promotion and product.  However, my opinions are entirely my own and I have not been paid to publish positive comments.

 

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Periobalance Dental Probiotics {Giveaway}

April 17, 2012 By

My little guy had his first dentist appointment last year {This reminds me I need to make another check-up!} I was proud of how he handled his first filling, something that I remember holding back tears as a kid. Hopefully he will never get another cavity, as I’ve taken initiative to make my family’s oral health just as important as general health {Did you know the two are linked?}

I have been a fan of adding any foods that aid digestion to our diet, including flax seed, whole grains, and probiotic-filled yogurts.

But what does this “good bacteria,”  have to do with oral health?

Many of us associate probiotics with aiding digestion and other intestinal issues, but Sunstar GUM has come out with a new dental probiotic called Periobalance. These mint-flavored lozenges are taken daily to reduce plaque and promote healthy teeth and gums. Clinical results have shown positive changes in gum health and overall oral health in just 28 days!

Remember I said that oral health and general health are linked?

Studies have shown that the bacteria from your mouth can enter your bloodstream and cause serious problems such as increased risk for cardiovascular disease, aggravation of diabetes, pneumonia and other respiratory diseases, stroke and even adverse pregnancy outcomes. {Source}

Almost all gum diseases are caused by plaque, which is a mixture of saliva, food and fluids. Many of us can’t get rid of all of the plaque with brushing alone. That’s why we need to take more preventative steps and maintain a healthy dental routine including brushing, flossing and using Periobalance. Periobalance dental probiotics reduce all of that bad bacteria that lead to many gum diseases.

Now that you know the connection between oral and dental health, it’s time to add those extra steps to your routine!

Sunstar GUM would like to offer 5 readers a one month supply of Periobalance. For those of you that would like to order any Sunstar GUM products, here is a special coupon code for 25% off your order at gumbrand.com and free shipping (online only, minimum order of $15) with code:  BM25 Expires 5/31/12

To Enter: Leave a comment below letting us know what you do besides brushing to achieve a healthy mouth.

You can gain an extra entry each for liking Busy Mommy on Facebook as well as SunstarGUM.
{This is a paid parntership.}

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