Although I have an olive skin tone thanks to my Portuguese heritage, I’m also pale – which means I burn before I tan. So in the spring, summer, and fall, I almost always wear sunscreen when I go out in the sun. Now that the sun is getting brighter, it’s time to refresh your sunscreen collection – the stuff you used last year has probably expired. To kick off the summer, Aveeno and Walgreens are teaming up to give out free samples of the Aveeno Protect and Hydrate... Read the whole entry »
Discounted designers purses, clothes, and shoes right in Boston? Now that the new Nordstrom Rack Boston is open in Boston’s Back Bay, city residents and tourists can get an amazing deal on high-quality stylish merchandise every day. I’ve been a fan of the Nordstrom Rack since I lived in Seattle back in 1997, and I’ve been waiting for the chain to make its way to the hub. So, when Nordstrom Rack offered me a gift card to check out the kids’ clothes at the Nordstrom Rack... Read the whole entry »
They are stylish and fun to wear, but is fashion the real reason to wear sunglasses? I’ve written before about my temporary near-blindness in one eye due to a corneal ulcer – because of that, my eye is very sensitive to light. You’ll frequently see me wearing sunglasses on my eyes outside or on my head inside, and now that it’s spring, you should be wearing your sunglasses too. As part of my paid... Read the whole entry »
 I’ve had a lot of digestive issues in the past, including an ulcer in my teens. Thankfully, those issues are completely under control now, primarily due to dietary changes. I also eat slower, and am always looking for supplements and vitamins that help. I discovered the benefit of probiotics years ago, and started eating a yogurt daily. Over time, I stopped that habit though, as I’ve reduced the amount of dairy in my diet to help lower my cholesterol. Probiotic supplements...
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 Disclosure: I received product samples and was compensated for helping host this event through Boston Parent Bloggers.
I am a huge fan of herbal remedies and supplements. I regularly take vitamins and herbal supplements, and have found that taking the right ones can really make a big difference in my health and well being. I was really excited to learn more about Erba Vita, a European company that offers a wide array of herbal remedies. A few weeks ago, I had the chance to help co-host and... Read the whole entry »
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