10302024-bluestripescacaowater

Blue Stripes Mango Cacao Water, superfruit hydration, no added sugar
@bluestripescacao @socialnature
@wholefoods #trynatural

Blue Stripes Mango Cacao Water, superfruit hydration, no added sugar Social Nature Review
5/5 stars
"I tried the Blue Stripes Mango Cacao Water, superfruit hydration, no added sugar at Whole Foods Market. It was easy to find in the water area. I consider myself pretty well-educated when it comes to food products. I'm not a complete foodie but I could hold my own, I think, in a conversation with one, potentially. That being said, I kept looking at this water and thought it was coconut water, not pre-chocolate bean water. It wasn't until I had some of this company's chocolate bar product (which are wonderful) that I made the connection in my head that cacao is the chocolate bean, not coconut. The thing is, I knew that too, it was just a massive brain malfunction, I think. At any rate, the taste of this water is nice. I felt hydrated. As it's pointed out on the bottle label, the nutritional is great in terms of vitamins in the water. I like the mango flavor. The water is clear, so if it spills it doesn't leave a stain. My main products for drinking are usually ones with zero or very low calories. However, if my usual products were not available, I would definitely consider drinking this product again. I would also recommend this product to family."

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10292024-gigabitethernetsplitter

Gigabit Ethernet Splitter 1 to 4 - Network Splitter with USB Power Cable, RJ45 Internet Splitter Adapter 1000 Mbps High Speed for Cat 5/5e/6/7/8 Cable [4 devices networked simultaneously]
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Gigabit Ethernet Splitter 1 to 4 - Network Splitter with USB Power Cable, RJ45 Internet Splitter Adapter 1000 Mbps High Speed for Cat 5/5e/6/7/8 Cable [4 devices networked simultaneously] Amazon Review
5/5 stars
I recently switched to our mobile phone provider for our internet. Their promotional price was considerably cheaper than our cable company had become. I used a router/gateway of our own for the cable connection, however the mobile phone company has their own equipment to use for no additional cost. So rather than use my own router/gateway, I switched to the mobile phone company modem. This is why I now needed a splitter since the modem that was provided only had two ethernet cable slots.

I purchased the RJ45 Network Splitter Adapter 1to4 with limited expectations. This wasn't a brand I instantly recognized, and the fact that it was made in China made me a little hesitant. The price was good, so I thought I'd try it. I've purchased cords, cables, and other smaller technology purchases that don't need brand name backing before with mixed results, so I was aware of what I could be getting.

When I ordered the product, it came in the expected timeframe. When I opened the box, it had very minimal packaging, just the splitter and USB cable in a plastic bag. However, the box wasn't damaged nor did the plastic bag that was inside the box have any sign of damage so the packaging was adequate. There was a sheet with directions on it for how to use the splitter, but the lettering was so small it could barely be read. This particular piece of equipment is almost self-explanatory so the directions aren't really necessary. This product didn't include any ethernet cables, so be aware of that. This product also didn't include a plug for the power source. There is the USB cable that plugs into the AV slot, but it doesn't contain the little dongle that plugs into a surge protector or other plug-in.

Once I had procured some more ethernet cables and an extra dongle for the plug-in, I put it together. Neither the USB that came with the splitter or the splitter itself were low quality. Nothing was loose and I didn't fear being shocked when I plugged it in. It worked just fine. Once it was plugged in, all of the lights lit up and the cables directed the flow of the internet the way it was supposed to go. I didn't see any slow down of speed other than issues that I already had with the mobile phone company connection. I doubt it if I would purchase this particular product again, but only because I was annoyed by the extra need for the power source. I like a minimal amount of cables. Otherwise, the splitter worked just fine. I would recommend it to family. amazon listing

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10282024-heinzpickleketchup

Heinz Pickle Flavored Tomato Ketchup with pickle seasoning
@influenster @heinz #snailmail #sample

Heinz Pickle Flavored Tomato Ketchup with pickle seasoning Influenster Review
5/5 stars
I was sent Heinz Pickle Flavored Tomato Ketchup with pickle seasoning and it came right away. Even though I really like ketchup and really like pickles, I still wasn't sure what to expect with this pickle flavored ketchup. I assumed that I would enjoy this product since I enjoy both of the two main ingredients separately. Just as I hoped, this product tasted wonderful. You could smell the dill once the package was opened. I like that the company kept the product red rather than turning it into any shade of green. I also like that it was a smooth texture and not a chunky one. I thought that the taste of the pickle was closer to a refrigerator pickle rather than the shelf-stable ones. I also thought the pickle flavor was constant and continued throughout eating the product. The ketchup itself wasn't overwhelmed, and it did still taste like ketchup with pickle flavoring in it. I would purchase this product in the future, and I would recommend it to family.

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10252024-venomlastdance

Venom: The Last Dance,
IMAX Fan event, Marvel 2024
Venom Cord Organizer
5pm showing on 10-24-2024
@amctheatres @venommovie @marvel

Venom: The Last Dance website
AMC Theaters website

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10212024-halfdaypeachtea

Halfday Peach Iced Tea

@drinkhalfday @gotoaisle @wholefoods #gotoaisle

Shopping Links Aisle
Halfday Peach Iced Tea
Whole Foods Market

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10182024-mecenematchatea

Organic Japanese Matcha Powder Green Tea - Hand-Picked, 1st Harvest, Ceremonial Grade Matcha Powdered Tea, and Stone Ground from Shizuoka, Japan (30g / 1.1oz)
@amazon @mecenemarket

Organic Japanese Matcha Powder Green Tea - Hand-Picked, 1st Harvest, Ceremonial Grade Matcha Powdered Tea, and Stone Ground from Shizuoka, Japan (30g / 1.1oz) Amazon Review
5/5 stars
I purchased the Organic Japanese Matcha Powder Green Tea - Hand-Picked, 1st Harvest, Ceremonial Grade Matcha Powdered Tea, and Stone Ground from Shizuoka, Japan (30g / 1.1oz) and it came right away. I have to admit, I have drunk a lot of tea for many years, and I didn't know a thing about matcha until 4 or 5 years ago. Now, I find matcha as an ingredient frequently, and it is a great-tasting product. A good matcha is a pleasure to drink. When I have an option to get something with matcha in it, I do. I was a little disappointed with this product because for some reason it came without a lid. Not sure why the lid was off, but it was. The container was sealed tight with a pull-tab though, so I was fine with using the matcha. I just had to put the container in a plastic baggy to seal it back up since there isn't a way to reseal a pull-tab that I am aware of. For display purposes, the jar didn't look as nice in a plastic baggy rather than having a lid. However, I didn't purchase it for the lid so that wasn't a deal breaker. I have a lot of my kitchen utensils packed away in boxes. I didn't have a whisk or hand blender handy since I hadn't been baking since the kitchen utensils had been packed. With a product like this, it is necessary for a higher-speed blend than just a spoon, fork, or knife. I couldn't get it blended correctly to save my life, and I sat there blending it for awhile using a fork. I did make the matcha with almond milk, not water. I also blended it with a cold product. It might blend better with either hot milk or hot water first and then ice it if you want it cold. The smell from the container was strong and aromatic. The color was a nice, deep, shade of green. The flavor of the matcha after it was made was nice. I would consider purchasing this product again. I would also recommend this product to my family. amazon listing

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10172024-chameleonthinmintscoffee

Chameleon Special Edition! Girl Scouts Thin Mints Handcrafted Cold-Brew
@chameleoncoffee @socialnature
@wholefoods #trynatural

Chameleon Special Edition! Girl Scouts Thin Mints Handcrafted Cold-Brew Social Nature Review
5/5 stars
"I tried the Chameleon Special Edition! Girl Scouts Thin Mints Handcrafted Cold-Brew at Whole Foods Market. It was easy to find in the coffee area. I was cautiously optimistic when trying this product. I honestly prefer it when any drink other than water is as close to zero calories as possible. I realize in the realm of coffee drinks, a low-calorie or zero-flavored drink is harder to come by. I do agree with the statement by the company that 90 calories per can is quite a bit lower in calories than many of the competitors. I will give them that one. I purchased the thin mints one because I don't really like coconut and I wasn't feeling peanut butter in coffee, at least not at the time of purchase. Mint and coffee go well together anyway. I thought that the flavor of the coffee was spot on. I could really taste the thin mint cookie and coffee flavors. I was into it. I would consider purchasing this drink again, especially if it was on sale. I would also recommend this drink to family."

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10162024-moshpeanutbutterbars

MOSH Peanut Butter Crunch Keto Protein Bars, High Protein, Gluten Free, Brain Healthy Snack with Ashwagandha and Lions Mane, 12 Count
@amazon @moshlife #icartdeals

MOSH Peanut Butter Crunch Keto Protein Bars, High Protein, Gluten Free, Brain Healthy Snack with Ashwagandha and Lions Mane, 12 Count Amazon Review
5/5 stars
I purchased MOSH Peanut Butter Crunch Keto Protein Bars, High Protein, Gluten Free, Brain Healthy Snack with Ashwagandha and Lions Mane, 12 Count and it came right away. I love protein bars. Protein bars are so convenient. They are a well-balanced way to quickly eat a snack when either you don't have time to make a meal, or just don't want to go make one, go order one, etc. That being said, there is a wide array of nutritional information on the protein bars out there. There are also a wide amount of choices of flavors, sizes, ingredients, etc. in the protein bar market. I am attracted to the fact that this was a shark tank product. It allows the customer a little more insight into the company that's readily available in video on the product itself. However, I was a little disappointed in the inclusion of sugar alcohols in the ingredient list. Sugar alcohols cause my digestive system so much disruption sometimes that it's almost intolerable. I ended up purchasing this product anyway because it only lists 3g of sugar alcohol a bar, so I figured I'd look past it. I ended up enjoying the taste of the bar, I could really taste the peanut butter, and the bar did end up keeping hunger at bay after consumption. These bars don't have to be refrigerated, but I did anyway because I like them a little chilled. The cold helps bring out the flavor sometimes. I think that these bars definitely compete with their size, flavors, and nutritionally with the current bars commonly found in stores. Cost wise they are on par with some of the higher end products but not so high in price that it can't be justified. There is a good chance I'm probably buying more to try some different flavors. I would also recommend this product to family. amazon listing

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10152024-boostglucosestrawberry

Nestle Boost Glucose Control Creamy Strawberry
@influenster @nestleusa @boostnutrition #snailmail #sample

Nestle Boost Glucose Control Creamy Strawberry Influenster Review
5/5 stars
I was sent Nestle Boost Glucose Control Creamy Strawberry and it came right away. Boost is a product that has been around for many decades. As a person who has had some chronic health issues that have warranted needing adding Boost for nutrition, it's an extremely consistent and effective product. The creamy strawberry flavor was much sweeter and better than expected. Since these bottles were glucose control, I wasn't expecting much sweetness to the flavor. I was wrong, though, the creamy strawberry was very sweet and had no sweetener aftertaste. I love the fact that they have a glucose control option now. It makes the protein count higher and the carb count lower which is fantastic. I would gladly purchase this product again and recommend it to my family.

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10142024-triquetramycomaxmushroom

MycoMax Mushroom Complex - 70% Beta Glucans, Max Potency Mushroom Supplement, US Grown + Ultrasonic Extraction - Lions Mane, Cordyceps, Reishi & More - Cognition, Immunity, Energy - 60 capsules
@amazon @triquetra_hlth @testersarmy

MycoMax Mushroom Complex - 70% Beta Glucans, Max Potency Mushroom Supplement, US Grown + Ultrasonic Extraction - Lions Mane, Cordyceps, Reishi & More - Cognition, Immunity, Energy - 60 capsules Amazon Review
5/5 stars
I purchased MycoMax Mushroom Complex - 70% Beta Glucans, Max Potency Mushroom Supplement, US Grown + Ultrasonic Extraction - Lions Mane, Cordyceps, Reishi & More - Cognition, Immunity, Energy - 60 capsules and it came right away. For me, there's always a level of unknown with a product like this since these kinds of supplements aren't regulated by the FDA. That being said, I was looking at this product for help with cognitive function and stomach issues. I like that it's at least USDA organic and claims to be the number one supplement like this. It does have other quality standards like it is made in the USA and is GMO-free. There seems to be a good mix of ingredients, lots of items on the nutritional breakdown. This is a company that makes other supplements and has an Amazon Choice banner, so there should be a level of security in the fact the company seems stable and reputable. I have purchased a few of their other supplements like iron and don't have any complaints. The supplement seems to work well for the short term, only time will tell for the long term. In my head, there's a quality control concern for a product like this but it claims to be third-party tested. This product also has a shelf life of a couple of years as per the expiration on the box I received. amazon listing

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10132024-perfectbarcaramel

Perfect Bar, Salted Caramel

@perfectbar @gotoaisle @wholefoods #gotoaisle

Shopping Links
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Perfect Bar, Salted Caramel
Whole Foods Market

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10122024-dianasbananabites

Diana's Organic Real Banana Bites dipped in dark chocolate
@thedianasbananas @socialnature
@wholefoods #trynatural

Diana's Organic Real Banana Bites dipped in dark chocolate Social Nature Review
5/5 stars
"I tried the Diana's Organic Dark Chocolate Banana Bites. The organic dark chocolate banana bites were the same price as the regular dark chocolate banana bites at Whole Foods Market, so I figured organic it is. They were very easy to find in the frozen foods case. These banana bites were heavenly. I loved the frozen banana, it had a nice flavor to it. The size of the bites was perfect, not to small and not too large. I like that the ingredients are very simple and natural, no obvious added chemicals. I personally have an issue with keeping sweet items around the house, so I ate the entire box in one sitting. The entire box is only 600ish calories, which is the same amount as a king-sized candy bar. However, these banana bites have got to be a better choice than a king-sized candy bar. The banana bites have 2 grams of fiber in them per serving. I did feel the effects of the banana in the bites, the fiber effect. If you can actually control yourself with an item containing chocolate, you might be able to get away with only eating a serving (3 bites) at a time. The banana bites come in a resealable pouch which, once again, if I could control myself around chocolate, would be very useful. I would recommend this product, and I would consider purchasing them again."

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10112024-sunsip

Soda with benefits, SunSip Raspberry Lemonade

@sunsipbyhealthade @ibotta @gotoaisle @wholefoods #gotoaisle

Shopping Links
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Soda with benefits, SunSip Raspberry Lemonade
Whole Foods Market

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10102024-chicagobearsheadband

Week 5 – Chicago Bears vs Carolina Panthers, Bears win 36 to 10 on 10/06/2024 Promotional giveaway – Pink Headband in support of breast cancer awareness and Advocate Health

@soldierfield @chicagobears @panthers @advocatehealth @nfl

Husband ended up going to the NFLfootball game on October 6th, 2024 at Soldier Field. It was the Chicago Bears vs Carolina Panthers. The Chicago Bears ended up winning 36 to 10. My husband recieved a free headband given away at the entrance that’s pink for breast cancer awareness and sponsored by Advocate Healthcare.

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10052024-irishspringbarsoap

Irish Spring Original Clean Bar Soap
@irishspring @hometesterclubus
#sample #snailmail

Irish Spring Original Clean Bar Soap Home Tester Club Review
5/5 stars
Irish Spring bar soap has been around for many decades. It's not the soap I buy regularly, but I have found it occasionally in other places. It's always been a very consistent product. I thought the company might have done a reformulation or different scents, but no, it's the same product I remember. I have soft water with a lower flow shower head, so the bar soap takes a little bit longer to rinse off. If it doesn't rinse off completely it leaves a light film on the body. This soap also doesn't moisturize the skin like some soaps do. However, there are many many bar soaps out there that are similar with not rinsing well and leaving a film. The soap box also only claims that it will clean not moisturize, so neither critique can be counted against it. The scent is strong and woodsy. It lasts a while, which is nice if you like scents. I would recommend this product and consider buying it again.

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10042024-popandbottlecaramel

Pop & Bottle, Caramel Cold Brew Oat Milk Latte
@popandbottle @socialnature
@target

Pop & Bottle, Caramel Cold Brew Oat Milk Latte Social Nature Review
5/5 stars
"I enjoyed the Pop & Bottle, Caramel Cold Brew Oat Milk Latte quite a bit. Usually, I go for zero or very low-calorie products, so I was skeptical about this cold brew since it does have 120 calories a can. However, I was optimistic that 120 calories is still low for a drink that has sugary type products in it compared to other beverages. I liked the fact that this product is dairy-free, and I also liked that the sugars in this product are natural from dates which honestly helps for someone who is trying not to spike their blood sugar too badly. The taste is nice. I could taste the caramel, the coffee, and the oat milk and it blended well together. The label also mentions functional mushrooms but happily, I didn't taste those at all. I am not sure what clean caffeine is as opposed to other types of caffeine. I didn't feel jittery or shaky at all after drinking this product, but I did feel as though I drank something with caffeine, which is good since that's the desired effect. I would purchase this product again as long as it's in the same price range as the other coffee drinks. I would also recommend this product. I didn't have any issue finding this product at target, it was right on the shelf with the other unrefrigerated coffee drinks."

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10032024-triquetrahealthiron

Triquetra Plant Iron, whole food iron supplement plus essential cofactors
@amazon @triquetra_hlth @testersarmy

Triquetra Plant Iron, whole food iron supplement plus essential cofactors Amazon Review
5/5 stars
I purchased Triquetra Plant Iron, whole food iron supplement plus essential cofactors and it came right away. I like that this product is at least 95% organic and non-GMO. I used to buy another brand of iron, and this product works as well as the other brand I used to purchase. I have yet to see the long-term effects of this product. amazon listing

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