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BIG thanks to Sarah! I am giving away one of their seasonal flavor granola: Johnny Appleseed
This awesome granola is full of locally-grown apple flavor. Capturing the essence of Pennsylvania apple country, this granola uses locally grown apples in the form of applesauce, dried apples and apple juice as well as PA harvested maple syrup to create this irresistible fall creation. A hint of walnuts and sprinkle of dried cranberries add full flavor and color. Cherish the apple season with Johnny Appleseed!
My Review: As you can tell by the main title of my blog, I love apples. I love everything about them! So, I jumped at a chance to try this awesome fall season granola. It was full of dried apples and apple aroma as I opened the bag. The hint of walnuts add nice crunchiness while it perfectly harmonizes the chewy dried fruits. I really liked it by itself although granola can be perfectly enjoyed with yogurt, on top of oatmeals, or with smoothies.
Nuts About Granola is a small company that is operated by mother and daughter. They work so hard to create the freshest and best quality granola out there. They make them in small batches (as you can tell, the seasonal ones only come out at certain time!) and mixed by hand for quality! I also love that they use ingredients from local markets. They are supporting the local farms!!! Most of their products are sold in farmer’s markets, but you can definitely order them online!
Giveaway:
1. Leave a comment after visiting the site telling me which seasonal flavor you want to try the most.
2. Link back to this post!
3. Leave comments on my non-giveaway posts for extra point~
This giveaway ends on Nov. 5th, 2010.
Erin Braxton designs comfortable yet pretty loungewear that you could wear at home, outside, and basically anywhere. They are SO comfortable!
These basic lounge pants are great for just lounging around, walking the dog or even sleeping. They’re so soft you’ll want to wear them forever. Pair them with the basic tank or knotted tank if you want a full ensemble. My review: Truthfully, the pants were a bit big on me. However, they were so comfortable to wear. Not only did I feel comfy, I felt pretty! Haha, usually I like to wear my PJs or sweats around the house because jeans are just not made for inside-home. Who agrees with me? Erin Braxton basic lounge pants does not look like PJ but it’s comfortable like PJs! I only wish they weren’t big so I could also wear them for YOGA! 
I got the color indigo and love it!
Our basic tank will become a permanent staple in your loungewear wardrobe. Made from our super soft modal, it will feel like you’re wearing absolutely nothing. The sexy, low cut neckline gives it a flattering compliment to the bosom without revealing too much. This versatile loungewear piece is perfect to wear with jeans, or a layering piece to any ensemble. And of course, you can pair it with almost any of the Erin Braxton lounge pants or shorts and make the perfect pajamas. You may want to order more than one so you have them on hand when needed.
My Review: The basic tank went so well with the basic pants. I got color gray so it was perfect match for the indigo pants.
Erin’s Philosophy
you can be cute, hip, sexy and comfortable…all while lounging you can be sexy for your significant other and comfortable at the same time. you can be cute when you run out to take care of a few errands without having to change into something different. your loungewear can be hip enough for travel. you can rock the best loungewear poolside and beachside in your favorite destination escapes.
Erin’s Loungewear Is…
Hip, sexy and comfortable. I like to call it hip comfort. Eco-friendly, made with super soft modals and cottons. Designed with flattering lines, simple cuts and a focus on current fashion. Cut to flatter today’s realistic body type, the relaxed fit works with your curves. Versatile loungewear, useful in many everyday environments.
annnnd~ do you know Vanessa Williams from Desperate Housewives? Well, this famous star LOVES Erin’s loungewears so much that she ordered every color of the basic lounge pants!!! These pants are THAT comfy and in style~ )) So, what are you waiting for? enter the contest OR order your own to save time!
Giveaway: one winner will win one basic pants with one basic tank! (between colors of indigo and gray)
1. Visit the site and let me know which of her products you want to wear~ which color?
2. Like Erin Braxton on Facebook for extra points
3. Follow Erin on Twitter
4. Subscribe to Erin’s newsletter~
5. Link back to to this contest and blog about it on your blog!
6. Comment on my other non-giveaway posts for extra points!
This giveaway ends on November 5th, 2010.
Win Free Cereal for a Month! Giveaway
Three Sisters Cereal offers yummy cereals that are made with all natural ingredients. Their products are great because they taste so similar to the “artificial” -flavored cereals that you find in grocery stores.
I loved Honey Oaties so much. They are not overly sweet but has a nice subtle sweetness. I liked them with almond milk or even with greek yogurt. I also like eating cereal with fruits so this was perfect.
I gave Cinnamon Sweets and Sweet Wheat to my sister to try them. She really liked the crunchiness that these cereal still provided even after adding milk.
The company also offers Honey Puffs and Marshmallow Oaties.
Another great characteristic of the company is that they use renewable wind energy to make their products. The products are natural, sustainable, and sensible! They use environment-friendly packaging system!!!
Giveaway: Three Sisters Cereal is only available at Whole Foods Markets
Disclaimer: Although Three Sisters provided the prize(s) for this giveaway they are not sponsors, endorsers or affiliated with the giveaway.
One winner will receive FOUR FREE PRODUCT COUPONS!~
1. What is your favorite cereal? Comment to enter the giveaway.
2. Post comments no my non-giveaway posts to get extra points.
3. Link back to spread the word.
This giveaway ends on November 3rd, 2010. thanks!
NuNaturals have many products with stevia. These can be used in replacement of sugar.
White Stevia has maltodextrin that is carbohydrate derived from grain. This can be used to sprinkle on cereal, yogurt, and as well as mixing in beverages. Because it contains 60% stevia extract than most other brands on the market, it would be cheaper to get NuNaturals (since you will be using less to sweeten the food).
This liquid form of stevia is awesome to use for teas, coffees, and smoothies. This liquid is so concentrated that only about 5-10 drops are needed~
I don’t drink teas that are sweetened so instead I used these in baking as well. They still worked like a charm. I was able to bake banana bread and pumpkin bread with a friend to donate and fundraise for a local elementary school event. Thank you, NuNaturals!
The NuNatural’s Stevia does not have that weird after taste that I usually found in other company’s stevia products.
NuStevia Sweetener- You can substitute NuStevia Sweetener™ for sugar in most recipes. For example, if a recipe calls for 1 cup of sugar, use 1 cup of NuStevia Sweetener™ instead. The ingredients in NuStevia Sweetener™ may help you manage your blood sugar levels more efficiently, increase fiber in your diet, and improve the texture and shelf life of your baked goods. NuStevia Sweetener contains a component of the Stevia plant call Rebaudioside-A. This is the form of Stevia that is approved as a sweetener by the FDA.
Giveaway:
1. Where would you use NuNatural products?
2. Link back to this post.
3. Leave comments on other non-giveaway posts and you will get extra points.
This giveaway ends on November 1st, 2010. Thanks!
ZEVIA is the first all natural zero calorie soda. With only pure ingredients, ZEVIA contains none of the chemically processed artificial sugar substitutes, artificial flavors or artificial colors found in other diet sodas. ZEVIA is all-natural, has zero calories, zero net carbs, zero fat, and little or no sodium (depending on flavor).
All seven delicious ZEVIA varieties – ZEVIA Natural Cola, ZEVIA Natural Orange, ZEVIA Natural Twist, ZEVIA Natural Root Beer, ZEVIA Natural Black Cherry, and ZEVIA Natural Ginger Ale – are healthier and taste better than any other diet soda. Click here for answers to Frequently Asked Questions about ZEVIA.
Learn the facts about ZEVIA’s pure, all natural ingredients including stevia, an herb native to South and Central America used for centuries to sweeten food. Stevia is hundreds of times sweeter than sugar and has no effect on blood sugar levels.
My review: I have never really had problem with soda because I never really liked soda! I guess I’m one of those weird people who don’t enjoy that feeling you get when you drink carbonated beverages. However, I was still excited to try these since so many people liked them. I got to enjoy 6 flavors, except Twist. These really hit right on with the flavors. Some drinks from other companies say they are “Lemon” flavor but don’t have any lemony taste at all. Stevia was different because Orange really had orange taste while black cherry had cherry taste!
I took sip of them and also let my friends try them. They are “normal” soda drinkers and have told me that Zevia taste like SODA! haha, especially the Cola one was a hit. Of course these are made with all natural ingredients and NO artificial thing in them. SO you can have the taste AND good ingredients go in your body at the same time!
Giveaway:
1. Let me know which flavor interests you the most!
2. Link back to this post.
3. Leave comments on non-giveaway posts and you will get extra points!
4. Add Zevia on your facebook fanpage!
5. Twitter friend on Zevia!
Giveaway ends on October 31st, 2010.
