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Foot Pain? Think about Seeing a Podiatrist

Our feet get the brunt of our daily routines. Whether it’s walking the kids to the bus stop, running 2.5 miles for exercise, playing a game of basketball, or just working- our feet feel the pressure. If you have foot pain it could eventually lead to leg pain and even back pain.

Foot pain makes it hard for us to carry out our daily routines. If you have foot pain it could lead to balance issues, which could make falling over a severe issue (especially if you are older than 45). Being capable of continuing your daily activities without pain is extremely important.

Our feet are very sensitive; each foot contains 26 bones, 33 joints, and more than 120 muscles, nerves, ligaments, and tendons. All of this work together to support our body weight and make it easy for us to walk, run, and get exercise. They act as shock absorbers, help keep us balanced, and push forward with each step we take.

People tend to spend about 4 hours on their feet on a daily basis and more if they work in a factory. This can add up to 8-12 hours on your feet daily. Our feet are very small compared to the rest of our body, so they receive an extreme amount of pressure with each step. If you wear shoes that are too tight, too small, high heels, or narrow shoes this can add to your feet problems.

There are tons of foot problems that could end up causing you more and more pain throughout the years if not treated effectively. Since I’ve gotten older, I’ve managed to get bunions, calluses, and corns from wearing high heels. They can sometimes be VERY painful.

I noticed that years of standing on my feet have also worn down the skin on the ball of my foot. This makes it hard for me to wear high heels now unless I have gel insoles inside my shoes and still I can’t wear them for a very long time.

If you have toenail fungus which will also cause severe pain, you might want to consider getting laser treatment for foot pain. A laser is applied to the toenails that have been effected by the fungus, this channels heat in the form of light to the fungus, It not only treats the surface but removes the fungus from the entire nail bed. Get healthier feet now!

If you are in the McKinney, Texas are you may want to consider going to Premier Foot Care


Jessica Renee

Krash Co. Pirate Skull Mohawk Helmet Review

I’ve had the amazing opportunity to work with KRASH which is the sister site of Raskullz, You may remember my Raskullz Ragdon Backpack review last year. My son absolutely loved it and got so many compliments on it. He thought it was the coolest thing. So this time, they let us choose a helmet, which is just what we needed.

Aidan got his first scooter this year, so we had to keep him safe. I’m not a helicopter mom, but I want to make sure that he is protected should he have an accident. He has fun on his scooter but he is also accident prone because he is everywhere at once, zooming and flying up and down the hallway or outside.

What better way to get them to wear their helmets then a unique helmet that any kid would love to sport?  We ended up getting the Pirate Skull Mohawk Helmet, because I knew I’d have a better chance of him wearing it every time he rides than a normal helmet. Other helmets just don’t have the awesomeness that these do. Every kid that has seen Aidan’s helmet has loved it.

KRASH has an amazing selection of protective gear to keep our kids safe, while bribing them with the “coolness” of the design. They have boys and girls helmets, and they are ALL very adorable and have their own style!

I don’t have to worry that he will not wear his helmet, he wears it even when he isn’t on his scooter. He thinks it’s the coolest thing on the planet right now. His half brother Alex came over and they ended up playing Reel Steel. Alex put Aidan’s helmet on and pretended he was Brutus, the spiked mohawk robot. It was cool to see them pretend playing with a Helmet, lol.

Unique and adorable is only what meets the eye, these helmets are CPSC and ASTM certified. They comply with CPSC and ASTM standards for bicycle helmets, and also, the helmet has a shock-absorbing EPS inner shell that is built to protect their head.

The helmet is very sturdy and durable. It has already been through the ringer and back and still looks brand new. The mohawk is made out of rubber, so it isn’t going to hurt them or break anytime soon!

The straps are made of nylon and very easy to adjust it so the helmet fits absolutely perfect. They also have cooling vents to keep their head cool, which is awesome so they don’t get sweaty. The helmet is available in different sizes that goes from kids 3+ to 8+ and has a retail price of 27.99.

We were at Wal-mart and seen the Kitty Raskullz hat and just had to get it for my daughter. She already had the Raskullz Cutie Cat Scooter, so she was SO excited to get the matching helmet!

Giveaway: Coming Soon!

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Jessica Renee

Review: Aqua Zinger Stainless Steel Water Bottle #HolidayGiftGuide2013

I have to admit that I definitely need to drink more water, but it can be a problem because my taste buds require flavor. I can drink a bottle or so of regular water, but that isn’t the required daily amount. I was always adding something extra to my water like crystal light or Mio,or drinking Fruit2o. Although they made drinking water easier, they have artificial sweeteners and chemicals inside.



So, when I stumbled upon the Aqua Zinger and  asked to review it and they said yes, I was excited. Add some zing to your water with this reusable stainless steel Aqua Zinger water bottle from Zing Anything.



The Aqua Zinger gives us a fun new way to drink our necessary amount of water without adding chemicals and artificial sweeteners just to add some flavor. The Aqua Zinger is a stainless steel water bottle that naturally infuses your water with delicious fruits, vegetables, or herbs.

There is a compartment at the bottom of the Aqua Zinger that has more than enough room for whatever recipe concoction you want to add to it. Strawberries, Watermelon chunks, berries, cantaloupe, limes, oranges, mint, etc..



There are metal grinders in this compartment that grind and mash up the ingredients you put inside. You twist the body of the Aqua Zinger so that it begins grinding up your recipe, but I go ahead and grind the bottom a couple of times before adding it to the body so I know that everything is grinded up really well.



The best thing about the Aqua Zinger is that it allows you to have naturally fresh, good for you vitamin infused water on the go. You can add oranges, lemons, and limes without having to peel the pulp from it. You just add them and the mesh compartment you see in the picture above keeps the pulp from being added to your water.

You add the bottom to the body and then add your water and spin! The bottle itself holds 20 oz. of water. You can add a second bottle of water before you have to change out the ingredients in the bottom.

The stainless steel/BPA free plastic construction makes it a breeze to clean. It also gives the bottle durability and strength that other water bottles don’t have. When you’re cleaning it, be careful of the spikes (grinders) in the bottom they are sharp. I haven’t had a problem with them, but it’s just something to be aware of. I love the Aqua Zinger and all the possibilities of flavored water.


It’s awesome to be able to throw together random fruits, veggies, and herbs and have great tasting water on the go! It even fits inside any standard size cup holder, making it easy to take with you in the car!

FEATURES:

• vacuum insulated, double wall stainless steel keeps your drinks cold or hot
• finger hole provided for easy carrying
• wide mouth top allows for easy filling and ice cubes, if needed
• cushioned base through a soft rubber base pad to prevent slippage
• Imported bottles with America-Made BPA/EA-free Triton plastics from Eastman.
• food grade safe 18/8 stainless steel (no metallic aftertaste)
• large ingredient cup allows for maximized flavor
• easy to clean
• reusable
• hot and cold liquid safe
• carbonated water friendly
• 20oz Bottle*

This would make an amazing Christmas gift for someone who loves flavored water, and would love to be able to make their own recipes!

Get Yours!  Aqua Zinger  $25.95

Connect with Zing Anything online:
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Find a ton of interesting recipes to make!


Jessica Renee

Giveaway: Flex Watch

Welcome to the Flex Watch Giveaway

Jenns Blah Blah Blog, Flex, and some fabulous bloggers have come together to bring you a chance to win a fabulous Flex Watch. Super huge thanks to Flex for sponsoring this fabulous giveaway. If you want to learn more about Flex be sure to read our Flex Watch Review. Flex Watch is not only an awesome, stylish watch, water resistant, ! They donate 10% of their annual profits to organizations they have teamed up with. Flex Watch currently has 11 different charities, and over 30 different styles. Flex also carries watch bands, belts, apparel, and more. One lucky person will win their choice of Flex Watch valued at $40. Giveaway is open to US and Canada, must be 18 or older to enter. Good Luck

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I have not been compensated for this post. All opinions and experiences are my own. Open to the US, must be 18+. Confirmed Winner(s) will be contacted by email and have 48 hours to respond before a new winner will be drawn. No purchase necessary. Void where prohibited by law. The sponsor(s) will be responsible for product shipment to winner(s) of the giveaway. Sponsor (Flex) will be responsible for prize fulfillment. This event is in no way associated with, sponsored, administered, or endorsed by Facebook, Twitter, Google, Pinterest or any other social media network. The disclosure is done in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission 10 CFR, Part 255 Guides Concerning the use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.

 

Jessica Renee

Book Review: The Crocheter’s Companion Revised and Updated by Nancy Brown; Interweave Publishing /F+W Media #HolidayGiftGuide2013

Explore a guidebook with over 65,000 copies sold! Get more stitches, over 70 new illustrations, and step-by-step techniques in this new edition of The Crocheter's Companion.

This indispensable resource includes all of the essentials, plus a few exciting extras you've been longing for: more tools, stitches, and techniques, as well as updated yarn information, complete abbreviations and symbols, and additional information on reading stitch diagrams. Also, due to popular demand, the section on Tunisian crochet has been expanded.
Still in its handy pocket-sized, spiral-bound format, the updated edition covers all the basics (and then some!). Thread and hook charts, stitch instructions with clear illustrations, and lots of helpful hints from one of crochet's most experienced authors will inspire beginners and serious crocheters alike. With impeccable illustrations, an easy-to-understand format, and the most updated information available, The Crocheter's Companion will soon become the only crochet resource you'll need.

The Crocheter’s Companion is a pocket sized spiral bound reference book that every crocheter needs in their project bag. The spiral bound design allows the book to lie flat while working on a project, which I love. Usually I have to add paper weights on both sides of the pages to keep the book on the page.

This book is definitely packed with all the essential information that every crocheter needs, whether beginner or advanced. It has clear illustrations and detailed easy to follow instructions, so that even someone who has never picked up a crochet stick before can manage to follow along.

Step-by-step instructions on all the crochet stitches from basic to advanced. Beginning the foundation chain, chainless foundations, & single crochet and taking it up a notch to double crochet, treble crochet, extended double and treble crochet, and ending with the slip stitch.

I know how to crochet but not at an advanced level. I can make stitches and figure out how to put them together to actually make something out of it. I can make totes, bookmarks, tech cases and stuff. I haven’t managed to learn how to make clothes or anything that requires measuring anybody yet. This book has really take crochet to another level for me.

It has taught me so many interesting advanced techniques and finishes that I’d been trying to learn. Most books are just patterns or teaches the essentials but don’t go in depth to the more advanced stitches.

This shows how to make buttonholes, how to block, add edging, and working with seams. How to add in the decorative touches that really make crochet amazing such as cords, braids, buttons, pompoms, fringes, etc.

If you can manage to teach yourself the most essential stitches and use that- you’ll be crocheting up a storm in no time. That’s how I taught myself. I’d take it one stitch at a time, and just kept practicing! Before you know it, you’ll be putting patterns together in no time.

This book shows you how to work rows of stitches, in rounds, joining in new yarn, and how to shape pieces. This book explains in detailed instruction and illustration on how to do each stitch. This is the next step to learning the essential beginning stitches.

Then it takes it up another notch with the more advances stitches (which are just combining several beginner stitches). These would include shell stitch, popcorn stitch, cluster stitch, picot stitch..etc. Then it adds the different ways to crochet; bead crochet, aran crochet, filet crochet, multicolored crochet..etc.

It also adds in Tunisian crochet, which I’d never tried to master before. This is also called afghan crochet which is a blend of crochet and knitting. Then the end consists of troubleshooting and helpful hints. This helps with any problems you may run into or questions you may run into.

I love this book! I am glad that I have gotten the chance to add this to my collection! This would make an amazing gift for someone wanting to learn crochet, someone who knows how but would like to learn more, or someone who’d like a reference book!

About the Author:

Nancy Brown is the author of the original edition of The Crocheter's Companion, and her work has been featured in Interweave Knits, Scarf Style, and Knitting Socks with Handpainted Yarns(all Interweave). A crocheter for almost 40 years, Nancy served as executive vice president of the Crochet Guild of America and was the West Coast representative for Skacel Collection Inc. She lives in the Pacific Northwest.

Interweave/F+W Media, Inc; $19.95

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-Jessica

Beauty Review- VitaCost: Deep Steep Glossy Smoothing Shampoo & Conditioner #NaturalHairCare

I was very excited to start working with Vitacost to review two of the products available on their website. They have a giant variety of items from beauty & personal care products to baby items, vitamins and more!

I was sent the sulfate-free Deep Steep Glossy Smoothing Shampoo and Deep Steep Glossy Smoothing Conditioner. I had never had the chance to review any Deep Steep products before (Vitacost ONLY sells all natural products.)

"Deep Steep Glossy Smoothing Shampoo and Conditioner instantly tames frizz and fly-aways to reveal natural softness and shine. A luxurious lather cleanses hair cuticles while Extracts of Pomegranate and Corn Silk safeguard hair from humidity and frizz."

This shampoo and conditioner duo is all natural, pure, and sulfate free. Absolutely no harsh chemicals and paraben free. This means a lot to me because I don’t have to use a separate shampoo and conditioner on my kids, I can just use these!

The shampoo gently cleanses the hair while immediately taming unmanageable hair. It reduces frizz and fly-aways and leaves nothing but naturally healthy, smooth, shiny hair. I can use this about 2-3 times a week and still reap the benefits of having smooth hair!

I can’t use it everyday because my hair is naturally oily. Using it every other day or twice a week (in mixture with a clarifying shampoo on the odd days) keeps my hair looking amazing! As soon as I used it I could see a difference in the amount of strays and frizz that were noticeable before. I could see the damaged, dry parts turn silky and I LOVED it.

The only thing I had a problem with was the shampoo was a little runny. It was more watery consistency, and I’m not really used to that. So, when I use this I pop the top and squeeze it right onto my head when I’m in the shower. If not, it’s so runny that it sometimes splatters straight onto the tub floor. Other than that this duo gets a 10/10.

The conditioner is something I can’t live without. Even on the days I don’t use the shampoo, I use the conditioner. I’ve been pairing it with a Clarifying shampoo every other day (and then using it with the deep steep shampoo on the others). My hair has never looked healthier. It doesn’t weigh my hair down or make it look oily.

It smells amazing! I love the smell of this! The smell is so clean and fresh (like freshly dried clothes). I can’t describe it. It doesn’t have a feminine, flowery smell so this would be just as good for a man as a woman. The scent of this duo stays with me for awhile. When people get near me they can smell it and compliment me- they think it’s my perfume.

I even use this on my son and daughter. Her stays beautiful and sleek all day, even after recess and naptime at school.

Get Yours: Deep Steep Glossy Smoothing Shampoo and Deep Steep Glossy Smoothing Conditioner $8.29 a piece

 

-Jessica