Healthy Food You and The Family Will Love

January 30, 2018 by Leave a Comment

Looking for healthy food you and the entire family will love? These fun finds will keep everyone happy, and taste as good as they are good for you- which isn’t easy!

We have been fans of noosa yoghurt for a while now, and were excited that they have introduced both new flavors and new combination yoghurt/topping combinations, which are delightful.  These mix-in-style yoghurts are called noosa mates, and pairs the creamy noosa whole milk yoghurt we already enjoyed so much with delicious, high-quality toppings like crunchy granolas, roasted nuts, pretzels and premium chocolate. Just pull off the top, flip the “mix in” side into the yoghurt, and stir.  It’s very satisfying and satiating- not to mention it just tastes great.  They have also added apple and pumpkin flavors to their growing line. 

Available nationwide in many groceries and super stores in single packs, four packs, and larger sized 24 0z containers, prices vary.  Visit https://www.noosayoghurt.com for varieties and to find a store.

With the Super Bowl right around the corner, you will need some great snacks on hand. What’s a tailgating party without chips and dips? Heluva Good! is perfect for your favorite dippables or to be used in a recipe for game day (or any day). It’s the perfect take along when you get invited to a party as well- there is never anyone who will turn town a friend who brings snacks to the festivities. Available in French Onion, Bacon Horseradish, Buttermilk Ranch, and Jalapeno Cheddar, there is a flavor everyone will enjoy.  You can find fun recipes and creations to try out on their website as well- there is a potato skin concoction that looks amazing (and I’m going to try it for the big game day)- take a look and see what tickles your fancy. Visit http://heluvagood.com for info, where to buy, food ideas, and more, then head to your local supermarket to pick some up and try some for yourself.

Need to wash it all down? Honest Tea, a brand that has been around for a while and is known for both it’s great taste and it’s quality ingredients as well as it’s ethical business practices, has introduced a new flavor. Honest Tea’s Pomegranate Blue Herbal Tea is now available, and it’s not to be missed for tea fans.  Made with organic pomegranate, grape and blueberries blended with Hibiscus Tea—when they are in season. They only use organic and fair-trade ingredients, making Honest Tea a refreshing mix of delicious and integrity. Honestly. Available for $1.99 in stores nationwide. 

Looking for a little something sweet to wrap up your day? For a bit of indulgence, have you tried the latest from GODIVA? One of their recent offerings was the delightful Pumpkin Spice Truffle Flight –  these luscious Pumpkin Spice Truffles are the perfect way to end any long day, or as a treat after a meal. They are really cute as well- GODIVA’s Foil-Wrapped Pumpkin Spice Truffles feature five delightful truffles made with pumpkin ganache inside a milk chocolate shell, and the foil looks like a little pumpkin, stem and all. An adorable gift for anyone, or just something sweet to treat yourself and your loved ones. Of course, with Valentines Day coming up, the boxes of chocolate are great options (for anytime of year, really) and come in tons of varieties and sizes. Classic heart shaped boxes, adorable gift sets that pair gourmet chocolates with sweet stuffed animals, the traditional gold Godiva boxes we all wait for longingly, truffles only -you name it, it’s available- AND can be delivered by the special day if you hurry and order soon. Or find a store near you- visit http://www.godiva.com to find one and for options.

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5 Ways that your business may be impacted when you are low on supplies

January 29, 2018 by Leave a Comment

Running a business is not always easy. There are a lot of things that you need to consider. From building marketing strategies to thinking of ways to cut costs, there are a lot of things you need to know in order to keep the business running. One of the most important things that you need to consider is the consistent flow of your supplies. You need to have proper prior planning on your supply strategy since having low supplies can greatly affect your sales and operations. In whatever important decisions you have to make, you will always have to look back on your supply chain strategy.

 

Here are 5 ways that your business may be impacted when you are low on supplies.

 

  1.       It can slow down the administration operations.

 

The administration department is the backbone of any company. They act as a link connecting staff members, vendors, and other departments. They do most of the paperwork needed to help the business running. They also manage the distribution of supplies to other departments and when there is low supply, it can slow down the operations on their part and other departments. For instance, if a certain department store is out of Eftpos Paper Rolls, the operations department will have a hard time printing receipts and when that happens, the administration and accounting departments will have a hard time tracking and documenting the business’ expenses.

 

  1.       It can affect customer satisfaction.

 

When your business is running low on supplies, it can greatly affect your customer’s satisfaction. Naturally, people can get impatient and in this fast-paced world, everyone wants to have their order fulfilled as soon as possible, with no delays. And as an important factor in running a business, customer satisfaction should always be uploaded and be given importance. Failure to do this will give your competition a greater chance to be the authority in your business field.

 

  1.       It can directly affect the profitability.

 

It is important that your business has enough supply to provide for their customers to maintain the consistent flow of supply and demand. When you are low on supplies, it can directly affect your sales operations giving your competitors a better leverage than you. Customers naturally want businesses that can provide them what they want as soon as possible. Running out of stock will drive your customers to find other companies and when a certain company can provide them consistently, you will lose their loyalty and eventually, it will affect your sales and profit.

 

  1.       It can ruin your reputation.

 

When you are constantly running out of stock, it can send a message to your customers and potential customers that you are not reliable. It can ruin your reputation as a business and people will soon go to your competitors instead.

 

  1.       It can be challenging to attend to returns.

 

When you are low on supplies or constantly out of stock, attending to returns could be a potential problem. For instance, when a customer returns a damaged product that is still under warranty, you are expected to process a replacement as soon as possible. If you are unable to do this as soon as possible, it can lead to dissatisfaction.

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Really Tall Man? Try TallOrder.com (And Enter to WIN! )

January 24, 2018 by 74 Comments

 

Got a really tall guy on your shopping list? TallOrder.com isan online fashion brand that caters to the big and tall market, provides socks for men with big feet, shoe sizes 12-20. It’s a category that has been severely underserviced – until now. Family, friends and significant others with tall men in their lives can gift them with an accessory that helps them express their personal style.

 These socks are soft and comfortable to wear, as well. Long enough to cover as much as you would want to, and fun themes and patterns to choose from. A portion of your purchases will also go to “Tuesday’s Children”, a nonprofit organization that helps children after traumatic events.

A little bit about the founders;

“Standing at 6’11” and 6’9”, twin entrepreneurs from Long Island, Mike and Dan Friedman, have been reaching new heights all their lives. Growing up, the brothers stood out for their size and were commonly referred to as the “Twin Towers.” Sadly, this nickname would take on a much different meaning when they were 11 years old and lost their father, Andrew Friedman, in the World Trade Center attacks.

The Friedmans were overwhelmed by the unwavering support and kindness they received from their community and several amazing charities, including “Tuesday’s Children,” an organization that played a vital role in their lives after 9/11 and supports youth, families, and communities impacted by terrorism and traumatic loss. While caring for the families of nearly 3,000 victims of 9/11 was truly a “Tall Order,” people went out of their way to show The Friedmans their love and generosity.

In this spirit and by recognizing a niche in the men’s market, Mike and Dan created TallOrder.com to offer their fellow “Tall-Stars” stylish socks for large-sized feet, while also giving back to “Tuesday’s Children,” an organization that has deeply impacted their lives. Ten percent of TallOrder.com’s profits will be donated to “Tuesday’s Children.”

You can view the entire collection here.

Customers who purchase Tall Order socks are also giving back – proceeds from TallOrder.com are donated to Tuesday’s Children, a nonprofit that offered support to co-founders Mike and Dan Friedman after losing their father on 9/11.

You can also enter to win here- feel free to enter using the RC form below.  Ends Feb. 8, 2018. Good luck.

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Is It Necessary To Filter All The Water In My House?

January 24, 2018 by Leave a Comment

Did you know that the average person uses 1 gallon of water per day? This is for cooking, washing and for drinking. Generally, you will simply turn on your tap and assume that the water is safe to use and drink.

But, every so often you will hear about issues with the water and it will be enough for you to think twice about the water you are consuming. On solution is to start buying bottled water for drinking and just use your tap water for washing. But this can be an expensive solution and what happens when you need a drink and you’ve run out of bottled water?

The solution is to fit a sink water filter. This is not the same as a whole house filtration system and there is a good reason why.

The water board runs regular tests on the water they dispatch from the treatment works. It will be certified as safe to drink. However, they cannot know for certain if there are any contaminants between the treatment works and your home.  This means this water is safe to use but, at times, may not be safe to drink.

You can, of course, add chemicals to the water yourself and even boil it to make sure it is clean. However, this will increase your exposure to chemicals and may even give you health issues through over exposure.

It is much easier to fit a filter under your sink and have a dedicated tap on your work surface. The filter will remove debris and bacteria from the water, if there are any. You can even get filters which will reduce the hardness of the water or remove the salt associated with softening water!

You then simply drink and wash your food with the water from this tap. You know it is safe to use.

For all other things, including washing yourself and washing the dishes you can use the standard water. It is certified as clean and, even if bacteria have managed to get through, you will not be consuming any of it.

Assuming you wash in hot water the bacteria will be killed and will not be able to survive while you keep them in the cupboard.

The main benefit of using a water filter on your drinking water and not the whole house supply is cost. The filter you need will be smaller and very easy to fit. You will also not need to replace it very often.

If you fit it to the whole house, you will find hundreds of gallons of water being processed simply to go down the drain. You will simply be wasting money as the purpose of the filter is to provide clean water.

A water filter is a good idea but one in the kitchen, with a dedicated tap should be enough to supply your drinking and food preparation needs. The expense of adding a whole house filter is really not justifiable in the majority of cases.

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3 Ways to discover Thailand and muay thai in Sam Roi Yot

January 24, 2018 by Leave a Comment

Located in the Northern part of Prachuap Khiri Khan Province, central Thailand, Sam Roi Yot is among the top places and a must visit for travelers, muay thai and nature lovers. Thailand has a lot to offer tourists planning to go there on vacation. With a wide range of beautiful resorts to choose from, fishing villages, expansive sandy white beaches, street markets and a welcoming community and culture, you wouldn’t want to miss several things that you can do and have fun during your vacation.

Sam Roi Yot can be a great destination for relaxation and with a combination of muay thai, your vacation will be better and more fun. The culture and surrounding have a charm that helps you to enjoy and also learn something new. Here are ways that you can discover Thailand and muay thai in Sam Roi Yot.

Carry out some research

Whether you are visiting Sam Roi Yot on vacation, are there for muay thai training or both, it is very important to carry out your research well. There are numerous destination sites online that one can choose from but with this comes the challenge of encountering marketers that take advantage of online platforms and give dishonest information. If you are looking at training in a muay thai training camp, search for online forums and reviews that give honest opinions. This will enable you to locate the right muay thai camp and ensure that you get the best out of your vacation and training.

Find a muay thai camp in Thailand that offers diversified training levels. Training camps are a great option since everything has been taken care of, you train as a group and all you need to do is to focus more and get the best out of the training sessions.

Be ready to learn and explore

Depending on how long you will be in Sam Roi Yot, its best that you make plans earlier in advance before traveling. Get your training gear ready prior to your departure and find out more on the booking process at the training camp in which you will be staying if you intend on going for muay thai training during your vacation.

For those that just want to go to tourist attractions like parks and beaches, be open to learning and discovering new things and cultures. Be prepared to connect with people from the community as well as other tourists and have a wonderful time.

Appreciate and embrace

Sam Roi Yot has a vast area of scenic view and the environment is conducive for most people visiting on vacation. The community is also friendly with an intriguing culture. Be ready to embrace any new skills that you will learn during training. You never know with the techniques you’ll have acquired, you might just go back home and become a great fighter.

There are lots of benefits from being in Sam Roi Yot and apart from training on muay thai techniques, relaxing and enjoying your vacation, there is a lot to learn as you have a wonderful time. Get in touch with a reputable training camp and be ready for a life-changing experience.

 

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A cheaper way to see Barcelona – buy yourself the city pass

January 24, 2018 by Leave a Comment

Many cities have city passes. Barcelona is no exception. The city pass, known as ‘Turbopass Barcelona’ includes many attractions – it really is excellent value for money; you can save €45,00 on free entry to some of the key attractions from the very start, before you start subtracting other benefits of the pass. From your top-notch holiday apartments in Barcelona you can travel the city and see the sites at a healthily reduced price.

Buying a city pass has plenty of advantages. You can see more and spend less at the major attractions and museums, veto through the queues, and get across the city from place to place for free.

Specifically, what you can get for your Barcelona city pass is free entry to La Sagrada Familia (a saving of €15,00) and the Olympic Museum. Also, you can get free entry to Casa de les Punxes (the ‘House of Spikes’, built in 1905 in Catalan nouveau art style by architect Sant Jordi), a saving of €12,50; a 35-minute harbour tour of Las Golondrinas (a saving of €7,50) including the Marina, fishing harbour and freight port. Finally, entry is also free to the Circuit de Barcelona – Catalunya, a guided tour on the race course in Montmeló (a further saving of €10,00).

Costing €79,90 for one adult for a two-day pass rising to up to €129,90 for a five day pass, the Turbopass is a must even for short breaks away. If you’re savvy you can book in advance at the Turbopass.com website. At Lugaris.com you can combine it with your hotel needs too.

The three, four and five-day city passes entitle you to a one-day ticket for a hop-on, hop-off sightseeing bus tour with an audio guide on three different routes – a saving of up to €30,00. With 44 stops planned into the three routes by Touristic of Barcelona buses, you can find yourself entering a world of famous sights and the coastline. The audio guide is available in 16 languages in total. Buses leave every 5-25 minutes.

There are also discounts to other attractions and buildings. A €5,00 discount is applicable on a new virtual reality attraction – known as the ‘Past View Experience’. It entitles visitors to time-travel using virtual and augmented reality, via 360 degree smartglasses that let you see all around you. Time-travellers can travel back into virtual reality 3D infographic reconstructions and for two hours of their life can see Barcelona as it was in different centuries.

Gaudi’s two houses – Casa Vicens (the first house of Gaudi) and Casa Milà: La Pedrera (‘stone pit’) the house with an inconsistent façade and magnificent rooftop deck – can be visited for a 20% reduction with the Turbopass. Truthfully, unless you’ve visited this and Gaudi’s famous La Sagrada Familia basilica, you ain’t been to Barcelona!

You can skip queues at the basilica too, with ‘fast-track’ entry. With the tourists en masse in midsummer, you might want to be a step ahead of the rest. Another place you can skip the queue is at the Fundació Joan Miró (Art museum Miró). This is a museum that offers free entry as well as La Sagrada Familia basilica – a further saving of €12,00. Like its namesake, the museum is dedicated to the works of Joan Miró and also by other modern artists including Alexander Calder. 

Other benefits of the Turbopass Barcelona are the free map of the city and travel brochure. You may find yourself shopping too – and if you do, there is free public transport with the pass, and discounts on leisure activities such as sports. The discounts are as follows: Barcelona Moto Rent (20%), Icebarcelona (20%) – a beach-bar made entirely of ice, Shopping Express a la Roca Village (20%), Malamar Wakepark (25%) – a 200 meter big pool where you can learn how to wakeboard with pro riders and teachers, the Casino de Barcelona – where admission is free with a welcome drink thrown in. The Gaudi Centre Reus (25% discount), Jet ski (15% discount) and Barcelona Rent a Bike is discounted to €2,00 only.

There really is quite a lot to do with your city pass. Without spending outside of your one easy purchase, you can enjoy Barcelona’s best attractions and you won’t be lost for things to do. Children can view the city at reduced rates too – the children’s prices for a Turbopass are split into three age groups – 4-10 years, 11-12 years and 13-17 years. Other attractions offered either free or a discounted price include Torre de Collserola or the television tower (60% discount), and Illa Fantasia water park (20% discount). The Turbopass is a good way for a family to enjoy the sights Barcelona has to offer without being too out of pocket. And it beats some other city passes which don’t offer nearly as many attractions or transport options.

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Ready for the Great Outdoors

January 24, 2018 by 1 Comment

While you may have promised yourself never to sound like your mother (or father), you might hear her in your voice when you shout “reminders” to your kids to put a coat on as they streak out the door, going this way or that.  Looking for something warm this winter season?

As a top layer, or for a good mid-weight jacket, the Xersion Midweight Puffer Jacket is one worth looking at. It’s got a “puffer” style chest or vest, and knit sleeves with thumb holes. Available in four color combinations, it’s got a layered look about it all on its own. It’s a good top layer, but you can also put it underneath a heavier coat if you are looking to add another layer for warmth. I know, I’m saying “layer” a lot, but it’s a fantastic jacket for (you guessed it!) layering. It’s also nice on it’s own in milder weather, like those early Spring days that will (hopefully) soon be poking their heads around the corner. Available at JCPenney for $64.

The ACTIVE PACKABLE JACKET is a full zip, color block patterned jacket that is ready for wind, rain, or snow- and is incredibly lightweight. It is part of the Perry Ellis 360 Performance Collection, and is finished with water-resistant fabric to keep the elements at bay. It also has performance stretch to keep you comfortable as you move about. Ready to take on the worst that nature can throw at you, it also thinks of the creature comforts we have come to desire- there is a headphone port in the shoulder, so you can access your music or phone anytime you’d like. We were surprised at how warm this very lightweight jacket was, as well as how comfortable. It’s a good jacket to travel with as well, as it takes up very little space. Available at PerryEllis.com for $185.

If you spend as much time running around town as you do exploring trails, take a look at the Kiwi Classic Thermic from Craghoppers. Waterproof on the outside with AquaDry materials to keep out the rain, sleet, and snow while keeping you snug and warm on the inside with plush, insulated lining. This coat is not only a good choice in winterwear, but one you will enjoy putting on. It has 7 pockets to keep all your belongings with you, which is helpful when you don’t necessarily want to carry out a backpack. This is a coat you will be glad you have in your closet. Available for $140 at https://www.craghoppers.com (on sale for $70 right now- there are site sales going on at the moment,it’s a great time to look around)

You’ll want to cover up your extremities in this weather, and some nice lightweight, easy to keep in the pockets of your coat are the Brooks Greenlight headband and gloves. These lightweight, stay in place items are perfect for activities like running, hiking, and more. The gloves come with tipped fingers so that you can use your phone, tablet, or other touchscreen without removing them. They also have pocket in the palm so that you can carry a key with you on your way, so you won’t need to weigh yourself down with extra bulk.  They have a little magnet in the wrists that keep them together in your pocket or in your drawer. The headband stays in place, keeping your ears warm and hair in place as you run from place to place- literally or figuratively. There is also reflective writing on it so that you are more visible.  Prices vary, $18 and up on http://www.brooksrunning.com

If you are heading out for a snowy weekend trip or family vacation, take a look at Dare 2b.  They have fun and functional ski apparel for everyone in the family, and the colors are bright and unique. There are ski pants and jackets for men, women and kid’s. Not only is the ski wear eye catching, but it’s pretty comfortable as well. Waterproof and breathable, it has four way stretch fabric to help keep your range of motion as flexible as possible. The sleeves and knees are articulated, and the tapered seams and underarm ventilation give you breathability as you make another run.  Maximum comfort, keeps you dry and warm (yet helps you stay cool if you start to build up a sweat from all your activity), and incredible range of motion, all with colors that are easy to spot. Prices vary, head to http://en.dare2b.com for more.

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3 Ways that cryptocurrency has changed the world

January 23, 2018 by Leave a Comment

Over the past few months, the general interest in cryptocurrencies has grown so much that the topic has become one of the most popular terms looked up on search engines, discussed on news programs and other trade and finance talks. In addition, it even has received great attention from different governments and institutions worldwide. As of the end of 2017, it was estimated that only two percent of the global population are involved in cryptocurrencies. These risk-oriented individuals are considered as the ‘innovators’ and most of them have already experienced huge gains with cryptocurrencies and their underlying technologies.

 

Although the advantages of this technology are already evident from the past up until now, we are yet to its full potential once cryptocurrencies achieve a possible mass adoption in the future. Read more about the three ways that cryptocurrency has changed the world and take part in this one major ‘financial revolution’.

 

  1. Decentralization

 

Cryptocurrency platforms are considered by many people as the future of decentralized banking. It allows ordinary people to obtain financial services and store their savings without the control of central authorities, middlemen, and other bodies that can go in the way of monetary transfers. Even less privileged individuals can receive, store, and send cryptocurrencies with just a smartphone, a wallet application, and a working internet connection. Bitcoin, for example, operates on a network that is purely peer-to-peer in nature. It means that the mass collaboration of Bitcoin users allows the confirmation and bookkeeping of all transactions; past and present.

 

  1. Convenient Money Transfers

 

There are a lot of limitations when it comes to the conventional methods of money transfer. Aside from being very expensive, sending money between countries have maximum and minimum limits and can take from hours to days to be confirmed. With the increasing adoption of different cryptocurrencies by several financial institutions, money transfers overseas will now take only a few minutes and cost from a few cents to a few bucks, depending on the type of cryptocurrency and the priority set for the transaction. You also don’t have to wait in long queues and go through a tiring verification process before you can send money to other people. Additionally, cryptocurrency has no holidays and it runs non-stop 24/7.

 

  1. Security

 

By taking extra steps when assuming full responsibility for your accounts, cryptocurrency can provide you the greatest form of security nowhere to be found in other forms of digital assets. Bitcoin transactions, for example, are completely irreversible, fully addressing the issue of chargebacks that is common in credit card payments. The Bitcoin network itself is very secure from hacking and another form of digital attacks. Transactions are also private, containing only the amount of money sent, and the sending and receiving addresses – nothing more about the identities of the sender and the receiver.
If you are planning to get into cryptocurrency but you are hesitant to start because of your busy schedule, then the Crypto Code mining and trading software can help you out. The application includes automated trading codes that can do the stressful tasks for you and earn you passive income the easiest way possible.

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