This is a public service announcement from yours truly.
If you're not familiar with these products, perhaps you should be.
They are staples at my house.
Product Name:
Campfire Marshmallows
Why It Made the List:
Their "supersize" makes them great for snacking, roasting and dipping.
Where To Buy:
Wal-Mart
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Couscous
Why It Made the List:
It is a great pasta to add to any meal; cooks quickly and easily; can be enhanced with a wide assortment of vegetables and cheeses.
Where To Buy:
Wal-Mart, most grocery stores
Product Name:
Better Homes and Gardens Cook Book
Why It Made the List:
Filled with every recipe imaginable. Dependable recipes.
Where To Buy:
Online, Bookstores
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Just The Rules! (book)
Why It Made the List:
Great resource for healthy eating. Short descriptions and suggestions.
Where To Buy:
Online, Bookstores
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Old 8 oz. Cream Cheese Containers
Why It Made the List:
Ok, I know some of you see this as trashy, but when honest, most people recycle plastic containers. These are perfect to have on hand because of their size. I use them to store various colors of dipping chocolates.
Where To Buy:
Recycled
Product Name:
Vitamin Holder
Why It Made the List:
This product will hold multiple kinds of vitamins/pills. It has sliding pieces that allow you to make the compartment sizes fit your needs. It's about the size of a small book.
Where To Buy:
Sprouts
Product Name:
Chewable Multi-Vitamins
Why It Made the List:
I get sick of swallowing a handful of vitamins daily. These taste good and make being healthy feel like being a kid again.
Where To Buy:
Anywhere that sells vitamins
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PB 8 Probiotic
Why It Made the List:
I've tried a multitude of probiotics and this is by far my favorite. It doesn't have to be refrigerated like some, and my digestive suffers when I don't take it.
Where To Buy:
Sprouts, Online
Product Name:
Vicks Vapor Rub
Why It Made the List:
Perfect for a cough when applied on the chest, congestion when applied to the upper back and a good night of sleep when applied under the nostrils.
Where To Buy:
Any store that sells medicine
Product Name:
Neosporin
Why It Made the List:
I never go anywhere without a tube of this. My go-to antibiotic.
Where To Buy:
Anywhere that sells medicine
Product Name:
Carmex
Why It Made the List:
I prefer the original Carmex, not the fancy flavored tubes. It's medicated, so is not only good for chapped lips, but skin blemishes as well.
Where To Buy:
Anywhere that sells medicine
Product Name:
Lubriderm Daily Moisture Lotion w/Sunscreen
Why It Made the List:
I used this on my whole body after showering. It isn't greasy, contains sunscreen and keeps skin moisturized all day.
Where To Buy:
WalMart, Target, etc
Product Name:
Aquaphor
Why It Made the List:
This a great facial moisturizer. It can prevent/lessen scaring. It's also good for eczema and cracked feet. It's greasy, so suggested use at night.
Where To Buy:
WalMart, Target, etc.
Product Name:
Mini Vaseline
Why It Made the List:
Much like the Aquaphor, this is greasy, but is great for dry lips or small patches of skin. This mini tub is perfect for a purse and travel. I keep it in my pool bag and use when I'm in the sun.
Where To Buy:
WalMart, Target, etc.
Product Name:
Clean & Clear Exfoliating Scrub
Why It Made the List:
It's gentle enough for daily use and leaves skin feeling like it can "breathe". It's not strong enough to remove all make-up, but is good for facial cleaning.
Where To Buy:
WalMart, Target, etc.
Product Name:
Clear Pore from Neutrogena
Why It Made the List:
I keep this in the shower for daily use. It can be used as a facial cleaner or mask. I find that it works great for breakouts on back/shoulders from hair products.
Where To Buy:
WalMart, Target, etc.
Product Name:
Biosilk
Why It Made the List:
Every girl with curly hair should have this on hand. Applied to wet hair, it preserves curls' shape and prevents frizziness. Can be applied to dry hair, but is a bit greasy and it's easy to get too much.
Where To Buy:
Drugstores
Product Name:
Glamorous White 3D Crest Toothpaste
Why It Made the List:
I get comments about how white my teeth are on a daily basis. The secret? Crest White Strips once a year and the daily use of this toothpaste. Best whitening one on the market, in my opinion.
Where To Buy:
WalMart, Target, etc.
Product Name:
Sure Unscented Deodorant
Why It Made the List:
The only deodorant for me (after much testing) that prevents BOTH sweating and stinking.
Where To Buy:
WalMart, Target, etc.
Product Name:
Chapsticks (Various)
Why It Made the List:
I am obsessed with having soft lips. These are my current favorite chap sticks.
Where To Buy:
WalMart, Bath & Body Works
Product Name:
Runner's Lube Stick
Why It Made the List:
Ever have your thighs rub together while jogging, or have your heels rubbed raw on your socks/shoes? This is the key to preventing both. I can run much further when I use this product.
Where To Buy:
Online
Product Name:
Orbit Wintermint
Why It Made the List:
Best gum flavor, size and texture ever.
Where To Buy:
Anywhere that sells gum
Product Name:
Tide To Go Pen
Why It Made the List:
I'm sure you've gathered my OCD tendencies by now; this is a staple in my purse. Is a quick fix for any stain, including coffee.
Where To Buy:
Anywhere that sells laundry products
Product Name:
Pocket Size Composition Pad
Why It Made the List:
Perfect size for pockets, purses, bags, etc. Great to have on hand when you need to jot something down, write your thoughts and ideas out or need to entertain a small child and don't want to sacrifice your phone.
Where To Buy:
Anywhere that sells stationary
Product Name:
JVC HAFX1X Headphones
Why It Made the List:
Affordable and comfortable (comes with 3 size earpads), these rank as the best earbuds I've ever owned. The sound is amazing.
Where To Buy:
Best Buy, online
Product Name:
Febreze
Why It Made the List:
I use this to freshen EVERYTHING! Great for cars, furniture, carpet, clothes, bedding, curtains and much more.
Where To Buy:
WalMart, Target, etc.
Product Name:
Nature's Miracle
Why It Made the List:
If you have an indoor pet, this is a must have. All-natural and safe, it effectively eliminates BOTH pet stains and odors. Other products promise to, but often only eliminate one, at best. Can be used to clean up other stains as well.
Where To Buy:
Petco, pet stores
Product Name:
Beneful
Why It Made the List:
Maggie becomes a finicky eater when we travel somewhere. She usually won't touch her dry food. These are small and are great to pack because she laps them up no matter where we are.
Where To Buy:
WalMart, Target, pet stores, etc.
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