There are some people who adore the taste and flavor of garlic in their food. My husband happens to be one of those people. If you are not a fan of garlic, I am afraid you are missing out on the health benefits.

Studies show that eating garlic regularly reduces the risk of esophageal, stomach, and colon cancer. Garlic is also regarded as one of the most effective remedies to lower blood pressure. Garlic also helps strengthen your body’s defenses against allergies and helps regulate your blood sugar levels. In addition to all these health benefits, garlic is packed with vitamin and nutrients.

Garlic Gold is a company based in California that uses all organic ingredients in the creation of their products. Garlic Gold products  can be used on just about anything to enhance your meals  flavor while enjoying tasty garlic benefits. Read more…

                

Menopause is a natural experience that normally takes place between the ages of 45 and 55. An estimated 85% of women experience hot flashes and hormonal night sweats during menopause.

While menopause and hot flashes may seem unavoidable, luckily, there’s a product on the market to help women get a good night sleep while staying dry and comfortable.

Haralee.com, Cool Garments is a Portland, Oregon based company that designs, manufactures, and markets moisture wicking sleepwear for women. The wicking fabric transports the sweat from the body to the fabric where it quickly evaporates. Read more…

                

By Shawn DesRochers

Give up the plastic bottle! Keep the water

“Statistics Canada says that almost a third of Canadian households are choosing to drink bottled water over tap. And since as few as 50% of the water bottles consumed are recycled, that leaves millions of water bottles to plug up waste sites.”

In an effort to curb the waste, families can switch to filtered tap water. A purifier pitcher is very simple and an inexpensive way to filter water at home. For fresh water on the go, you can simply fill a reusable bottle from your water purifier pitcher.

If you’ve used a Brita filter pitcher before, then you’ll love the Mavea.  Mavea is a German company that started in 2007 and it is family owned. Read more…

                

By J. DesRochers

Lane Smith is both an extraordinary writer and illustrator. He is the author of the touching children’s story Grandpa Green.  The book tells the story of an aging man in a beautiful garden, a garden that depicts his memories as time progresses through the divine art of topiary.

Each page is a beautiful illustration that leads you onto the next. It’s like a silent film, accompanied by simple words. Each drawing is lightly drawn, whilst the topiaries are coloured, lush and vibrant, coming to life as your eyes scan the scene before you. Read more…

                

As February 14th approaches, you may be stuck for ideas on how to treat your sweetheart. Why not treat them with breakfast in bed. Now anyone can make a breakfast of eggs,bacon and toast, but why not give a personalized valentine day gift with heart shaped eggs and an “I love you” message burned into their toast.

With the Love on Toast Stamp from Funslurp.com, your special someone will be eating pure romance for breakfast. Read more…

                

For Time and All Eternity

Rekindle the flame of love on Valentine’s Day with this fun and whimsical clock necklace from Fantasy Jewelry Box.

She’ll absolutely love the charming qualities of the Rona’s 32 inch antique style brown clock necklace.

This working timepiece makes for a fabulous vintage inspired jewelry design and will add flair to her Valentine’s Day outfit.

Valentine’s Day is a appropriate time to say “You Complete Me” and what says it better than this time necklace. Read more…