Revitalize and Refresh your hair and scalp with Adovia Mineral Balsam Conditioner!

Dead Sea Salt Mineral Balsam Deep Hair Conditioner - Deeply Hydrating and Nourishing on Scalp & Hair

Made with Real Dead Sea Salt - 100% Pure and Genuine for an infusion of 21 Minerals Essential to Proper Skin and Hair Function.



Leaves Hair Looking Hydrated, Healthy, and Silky.

Helps to Reduce the appearance of Dandruff and Dry, Flaky Scalp.



Aloe Vera Deeply Nourishes the Scalp and Hair - Hydrating it from Within.



Dead Sea Salt contains more than 21 skin and hair rebuilding minerals such as magnesium, calcium, sulfur, bromide, iodine, sodium, zinc, and potassium.







My Review:

The first time I used this conditioner I wasn't sure I would like it.  While using it my scalp was tingling so I know something was happening.  It felt different from my usual conditioner on my wet hair and I was leary of how well it would rinse out.  Later, after my hair was dry, I began styling my hair and it felt so soft and clean.  I loved how soft and silky my hair felt.  It was the conditioner working.



After several uses, I still love how soft and silky my hair is after it is dry.  I do not use this conditioner every day but once a week and love the results.  It has become my favorite way to refresh and revitalize my hair and scalp.  Mineral Balsam Conditioner from Adovia receives a huge recommendation from this blogger!  I purchase mine on Amazon!

Disclosure: I received free the item(s) mentioned in this post in exchange for my honest review using Tomoson.com. Regardless ~ All my reviews are my honest and personal opinion. 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.”.

Scrumptious desert needs a healthy makeover - Post your Healthy Comments!

Ok, I'm a glutton for punishment as they say.  I was looking around Pillsbury.com for a fun and "healthier" desert idea, when I stumbled upon this photo and recipe - and I have such a weakness for chocolatey, fudgey, yummy goodies.  So NOT on my diet plan!  So, I'm asking all my friends out there in the Cyber World to help me find a way to still enjoy this scruptious desert but make it healthier, and still retain the yummy taste!  Any Ideas are Oh So Welcome!

 

Heavenly Hazelnut Torte with Mascarpone Cream

total time
1 hr 50 min

ingredients
7

servings
8

Ingredients

1 roll Pillsbury™ refrigerated sugar cookie dough

1 container (8 oz) mascarpone cheese

2/3 cup Jif® Chocolate Flavored Hazelnut Spread

3/4 cup coarsely chopped toasted hazelnuts

1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips

1/2 cup heavy whipping cream

2 tablespoons granulated white or vanilla sugar

Steps

• 
  
  
  1
  Heat
  oven to 350°F. Let cookie dough and mascarpone cheese stand at room
  temperature for 10 minutes to soften. In medium bowl, break up cookie
  dough. Add 2 tablespoons of the mascarpone cheese, 1/3 cup of the
  chocolate hazelnut spread and 1/2 cup of the hazelnuts. Mix with wooden
  spoon until well blended.
  
   
  
  
  


• 
  
  
  2
  Press
  1/2 of the dough mixture in bottom of ungreased 9-inch springform pan.
  In small microwavable bowl, microwave remaining 1/3 cup chocolate
  hazelnut spread on High 10 seconds; stir until spreading consistency.
  Spread over dough to within 1/4-inch of edge; sprinkle chocolate chips
  over chocolate hazelnut spread. Place remaining dough between layers of
  waxed paper. Press into 9-inch round. Peel off one layer of paper. Place
  dough side down over chocolate chips. Remove waxed paper; press edges
  to seal. Gently tap pan on counter to settle. Sprinkle with remaining
  1/4 cup nuts; lightly press into dough.
  
   
  
  
  


• 
  
  
  3
  Wrap
  outside bottom and side of springform pan with foil to prevent leaking.
  Bake 30 to 40 minutes or until puffed and edges are set (center will
  jiggle slightly). Cool on cooling rack 30 to 40 minutes or until center
  is set but still warm. Remove side of pan.
  
   
  
  
  


• 
  
  
  4
  Meanwhile,
  in medium bowl, beat whipping cream and sugar with electric mixer on
  medium speed until soft peaks form. Beat in remaining mascarpone cheese
  with electric mixer on low speed until combined. Refrigerate.
  
   
  
  
  


• 
  
  
  5
  Serve wedges of warm torte with mascarpone cream.
  
  
  

This recipe was found on Pillsbury.com

Too busy to eat healthy? Let Snack Girl Guide the Way!

Do you need to be rescued from bad eating habits and junk food? Are you
looking to adopt a healthier lifestyle but don’t know where to begin?
Well, fear not because Lisa Cain, a.k.a. “Snack Girl,” is
here to help! A busy mother of two, Lisa faces the same challenges to
healthy eating that we all

do—unlimited access to junk food, a
jam-packed schedule, a tight budget, and a love of delicious food. So in
Snack Girl to the Rescue, she has created a way to make small changes that will make a difference in how you eat and live.



On
her mega-popular blog Snack-Girl.com, she shares the simple secrets
and delicious, healthful recipes that have helped keep her budget and
her body in check. without sacrificing fun or flavor. Now with Snack Girl to the Rescue! A Real-Life Guide to Losing Weight and Getting Healthy with 100 Recipes Under 400 Calories,
Lisa is sharing her best, tried and true advice on avoiding common
weight-loss pitfalls, shopping healthier on a budget, and getting in
shape, along with 100 recipes for fun, quick, and affordable meals and
snacks—all of which clock in under 400 calories and are Weight Watchers
friendly!



There are no gimmicks, no short cuts, it's just how
you're supposed to live: a healthy balanced life. Lisa shows us in this
book, that nobody is perfect—but with a few minor tweaks, you can change
your lifestyle, be happy and be healthy.





My Review:

Ok, nobody likes to diet.  I mean really LIKES to "diet" especially me.  Eating Healthy is always a good plan, but can be expensive and difficult at times so I was really looking forward to having some healthier snack recipes and ideas when I chose this book for a review.  Well, I didn't realize that this isn't a cookbook of healthy snacks, but a story of the author's journey to making changes in her lifestyle and diet that helped her lose weight and keep it off.



After she tried many well-known popular diets, Lisa Cain decided there had to be something she could do that would not only work, but keep working and make a difference.  In "Snack Girl to the Rescue" she explains how she makes little changes and looks at food a different way that really made a huge impact on her life and weight.



Some of the easiest tips to implement are:

put salad dressing on the side, not directly on the salad

don't have a bread or chip basket on the table

order grilled meats instead of friend

have a side salad instead of fries

and many many more!



Just those little things make a huge difference in eating habits and healthier attitudes towards food.  Don't be disappointed though, there are many recipes in the back of the book that are pretty simple and easy to make.  Some of her ideas are ones I will personally implement in my life to kick start my healthier me attitude and others just don't suit me personally.  This is a great book to have on hand for ideas of how to make healthier and better choices when eating at home or on the go.



Snack Girl to the Rescue is available in Print and eBook via Amazon.com

Disclosure: I received free the item(s) mentioned in this post in exchange for my honest review. Regardless ~ All my reviews are my honest and personal opinion. 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.”.

Life Happens ~ Bloggers NEEDED ASAP

                         

Just a quick update -- Mom Loves 2 Read is still searching for a regular blogger to take over the day to day reviews and giveaways.  Susan Momblogger has her hands too full with returning to work, returning to college, and three kiddos in grade school and high school!



If you know of someone who enjoys blogging and would love to be a part of an established blog with great review connections - please send them my way!

Splash Into Summer with over $250 in prizes - enter today to WIN ~ giveaway ends 6/14

Check out the latest prize Giveaway!  Splash Into Summer with over $250 in prizes!

 

The first day of Summer is just around the corner! Barbecued hamburgers, cold lemonade, watermelon and pool parties! We want to celebrate Summer with you! We're giving away two pools

and one slip and slide to help you stay cool all Summer long! Read on to find out how to enter!

• 2 winners will win a Summer Escapes 15' x 36" Quick Set Round Above Ground Swimming Pool with Filter Pump System (Retail Value: $120.00 each)
  


• 1 winner will win a Slip & Slide (Retail Value: $25.00)

This Giveaway will run from 6/1 – 6/14 11:59 PM EST. Make sure to complete as many of the entries below as possible for the BEST chance at winning! We also have a bonus entry you can do every single day! (Bonus Entry: Tweeting a message about the Giveaway!) No entries are mandatory.

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This promotion is in no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or in association with, Facebook, Twitter, Summer Escapes, or any other social media network.

Chances of winning vary based on the final number of entrants. Giveaway ends June 14th, 2016 at 11:59 PM EST. Winner will be chosen randomly and notified by email on June 15th, 2016. Each winner has 48 hours to respond or they may forfeit prize. My Momma Taught Me will be responsible for prize fulfillment. If you have any questions, please contact mymommataughtme@gmail.com.

Save 25% on Label Daddy labels for Summer Camp -Use code USFAMILY25 Best deal! @usfg @labeldaddy

Get ready for camp and save 25% on Label Daddy peel and stick custom name labels! Label Daddy is the number one solution for labeling your belongings! No ironing or sewing . . . just peel and stick. Their exclusive laminated coating gives labels an extra layer of protection and is a must for camp! Remember to label all clothing, sports equipment, electronics, and other personal belongings your kids bring to school, camp, sports leagues, day care, vacation, and other places. Label Daddy labels keep them from getting lost or mixed up with others. These convenient labels are great for adults too! -- Put them on your sunglass/eyeglass case, phone, camera, sports equipment, tablet, e-reader, hats, clothing, and more.

These labels are super durable peel-and-stick washable labels -- they're washer/dryer safe, microwave safe, dishwasher safe and UV resistant! Label Daddy labels are also fun and attractive. You design your own labels! Pick from tons of colors, sizes and logos, including Disney and Marvel characters, MLB, NBA, and NHL team logos, other sport and fun logos, and more. These labels are made in the USA and shipped directly to you worldwide. 



Save 25% on your entire Label Daddy order - this is the best discount available anywhere. Use code USFAMILY25 at checkout. www.usfamily25.labeldaddy.com

Disclosure: I am posting this as a preview of an item yet to be received for review.  I have not received any compensation for this post. 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.”.

Check out the Newest Giveaway on Mom Loves 2 Read - $150 Paypal Prize! Hurry - ends 4/7/16

Welcome to the $150 Paypal giveaway event!

Hosted by: Lil' Blog and More, Daydreaming Deals, Simply Sherryl, and Kicking it with Kelly.

And co-hosted by: Drop the Spotlight, Animal Bliss, Mom 'N Daughter Savings, Thrifty Momma's Tips, Your Strong Tower, Tabby's Pantry, and Deliciously Savvy.

Welcome to this awesome giveaway event! 



What would you do with an extra $150 in your Paypal acct?



Shop Amazon? Ebay?  



Buy something for yourself? or someone you love?

Shop early for Mother's or Father's Day gifts?

Whatever you decide - you can't win unless you enter - so head on down to the entry form and enter away.  



Don't forget to let me know in the comments below if you like this type of giveaway and would like to see more in the near future!

Good Luck.

The Giveaway! 

One lucky winner will receive a $150 via Paypal. Entering to win is very easy, with the GiveawayTools form, below:

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 Disclosure:
The bloggers involved in this giveaway were not compensated, and are
not responsible for prize fulfillment. Lil' Blog and More will be sending the
prize out. Must be 18 years of age or older to enter this giveaway.
This giveaway starts March 20th, 2016, and will end on April 7th, 2016 at
11:59 pm. The winner will be emailed, and have 48 hours to respond, or a
new winner will be chosen. Once a winner is drawn and confirmed, the
name will be announced on the GiveawayTools form. Open to worldwide entries.