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Fox Run milk bag organiser
Extremely handy and works well for the purpose for which it's designed. My only complain would be the price vs quality of the organizer. For example, it's quality is on par with a dollar store item and like many Fox Run items, is overpriced. The... +
Extremely handy and works well for the purpose for which it's designed. My only complain would be the price vs quality of the organizer. For example, it's quality is on par with a dollar store item and like many Fox Run items, is overpriced. The white plastic arrived with scuff marks from production on the box, the plastic is thin and cheap quality. There was even a 'run on' part from the machine that was a sharpish loop of plastic I had to trim so it wouldn't perforate my milk bags.
It does work well, though I'm confused as to the different option for the 'sticker' as in my opinion, this really only works for milk. A really handy way to keep the bags organised, but should be about 50 percent off what it actually costs (if not more).
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Playtex Baby curved training spoon
You know what they say, if it looks crazy, but it works; it ain't crazy. These spoons are a solution to something you never really knew was a problem. Kids are pretty messy when they eat, but it's like it never occurred to me that there was a way to... +
You know what they say, if it looks crazy, but it works; it ain't crazy. These spoons are a solution to something you never really knew was a problem. Kids are pretty messy when they eat, but it's like it never occurred to me that there was a way to lessen that. Very impressed with this. Some key points for me were:
- Chunky handle is easy to hold and shape helps them get it in their mouth easier without straining.
- No loose parts that could be a choking hazard.
- No metal to damage the gums.
Very reasonably priced and works well.
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Canon F-789SGA Scientific Calculator
If you’ve never used a scientific calculator before, you’re in for a treat when you crack open the user guide that’s included, as it’s absolutely MASSIVE and includes all sorts of information covering dozens and dozens of things you can use... +
If you’ve never used a scientific calculator before, you’re in for a treat when you crack open the user guide that’s included, as it’s absolutely MASSIVE and includes all sorts of information covering dozens and dozens of things you can use this calculator for. If you’re using this for school or university courses, it should certainly come in handy. If you’ve NEVER used one before, however, the manual is a bit too daunting to be helpful, so ideally you’ll want to give it a look when you’re a little more accustomed to the calculator.
The calculator itself comes with a case that can be kept on the back when not covering the calculator, but which is helpful to keep the front from getting scratched up in a backpack or locker every day. The calculator itself seems very sturdy, and the buttons are good quality.
It also comes with two different battery options, a solar battery as well as a replaceable internal battery, and between the two of those it should last you easily to the end of the calculator’s expected life.
Overall, this is a good calculator. It’s sturdy, covers all the basics (and then some) that students might need, and even comes with some advanced instructions to help with the more complicated functions.
Small note: The number four on this calculator is the style show here (4) so you can't write words with h anymore, like hello. Alas, we can't have it all.
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Biore Pore Unclogging Scrub
When looking at this scrub, I assumed it would be your standard mild exfoliant that didn't really do much. Boy, was I wrong! This stuff is magic. While using it on my face I didn't really feel anything, no scraping, no roughness, no scratching, so I... +
When looking at this scrub, I assumed it would be your standard mild exfoliant that didn't really do much. Boy, was I wrong! This stuff is magic. While using it on my face I didn't really feel anything, no scraping, no roughness, no scratching, so I wasn't really expecting much. However, after I dried my face off I touched it with my fingers and almost fell over. My skin was sooooo soft. Like the only time I've ever felt it that soft is when using an extremely expensive moisturiser regularly for more than a week.
It was a pretty big shock. My skin was even, comfortable and felt amazing.
This product only has one flaw. It smells so bad to me. I have no idea what it's supposed to smell like, but it's putrid and really difficult to stand. Unfortunately, the smell also lingers on the skin. So now I'm torn. This is hands down the best exfoliator I've ever used, but it really smells awful. I wish they would make a version of this with a nice tea tree, lemon or mint scent to tone down the horrid smell. For now I'll slap on some moisturiser after and try not to breathe while using it, as it's so good I don't want to give up using it!
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Island Fresh SUPERIOR Organic Extra Virgin Coconut Oil
I only use coconut oil externally, that is to say that I use it in beauty treatments, homemade bath and body products, so I can't comment on the taste or food use. One thing I will say though and this applies to all coconut oil, is that while the... +
I only use coconut oil externally, that is to say that I use it in beauty treatments, homemade bath and body products, so I can't comment on the taste or food use. One thing I will say though and this applies to all coconut oil, is that while the fats contained within are very good fats, be aware that the calories are quite high compared to other oils. So if you're on a calorie controlled diet, watch out for that. I feel it's a little misleading to advertise it for weight loss, so just be aware. It has so many benefits, but it might not be right for everybody.
For cosmetic use, this is a nice big (plastic if that matters to you) jar of coconut oil. It's pure, with no strange added ingredients so perfect for use on the body. I found it's on par with the other high-quality coconut oils I use, so I'd definitely recommend it. The jar is quite big, so make sure you have room for it or are sure you like coconut oil, before taking the plunge.
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Viva Naturals Organic Maca Root
In my mind, this is definitely preferable over the powder form that they also sell, but it all depends on if you can swallow capsules or not. I don't really love the taste or smell of Maca, so this method of taking is a lot more palpable to me. Maca... +
In my mind, this is definitely preferable over the powder form that they also sell, but it all depends on if you can swallow capsules or not. I don't really love the taste or smell of Maca, so this method of taking is a lot more palpable to me. Maca claims to have a lot of health benefits, but it's really up to the individual person if they believe or choose to take a supplement (claims of which often aren't tested scientifically), but I will say that after around three weeks use, I noticed I had more energy.
I didn't have any stomach upset, but have been taking it with a meal as directed. It's important to talk to your doctor before taking any supplements as sometimes you shouldn't take these depending on certain health conditions or even medicines you might be taking. If you're too nervous to ask your doctor, at least call a nurse service or ask a pharmacist.
Two of the big selling points for Viva Maca is the fact it's 'gelatinized'. Apparently, uncooked Maca is not really great, so it's important to see that they understand how to prepare it. The other is vegetarian capsules. I didn't find the capsules to be overly large, certainly larger than a doctor's capsule, but when you're taking 500mg it's a pretty large amount. It's nothing compared to some of the horse pills I've seen, so unless you particularly struggle with swallowing pills, you should be fine.
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Viva Naturals Vitamin C with Bioflavonoids and Rose Hips
This is a lot of vitamin C. Since the recommended amount is: -Men, 90 mg per day -Women, 75 mg per day -Pregnant women, 85 mg per day -Breastfeeding women, 120 mg per day it's true that 1000mg a day is a little excessive. I've seen 250mg as a... +
This is a lot of vitamin C. Since the recommended amount is:
-Men, 90 mg per day
-Women, 75 mg per day
-Pregnant women, 85 mg per day
-Breastfeeding women, 120 mg per day
it's true that 1000mg a day is a little excessive. I've seen 250mg as a recommendation before and the highest limit is around 2000mg. However, because this is such a large amount, I definitely wouldn't recommend it if you tend to have a sensitive stomach. It can easily cause gastrointestinal distress in these cases.
In the case of any supplement it's important to check with your doctor, but it's very important in this case as Vitamin C can cause problems with various blood thinning medications, amongst others.
In my opinion, this is just too much Vitamin C per dose, but it's not a dangerous amount. The good news is, since it's only one capsule a day, these will last you 250 days. I also like that there's no artificial stuff in it and the capsules are vegetarian. They're not too big either. Considering it's 1000mg it's about double the size of most medicine capsules, there's a lot of powder in there so they are a little bigger, but it's not difficult to swallow them if you don't have problems with capsules.
As far as I can tell, they seem to be good quality and Viva seems to be a good company, but I prefer to take around 200mg of Vitamin C, so I'd pass on these.
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Viva Naturals Reduced Glutathione Supplement with Alpha Lipoic Acid for Antioxidant Benefits
This is a tough one. Normally when reviewing supplements I don't like to pass judgement or tell people whether or not they should take them, but I have some qualms about this. Not because of Viva. I've used their products before and from what I can... +
This is a tough one. Normally when reviewing supplements I don't like to pass judgement or tell people whether or not they should take them, but I have some qualms about this. Not because of Viva. I've used their products before and from what I can tell they are good quality and safe (though it's impossible to be certain without testing it in a lab), but my problem is that Glutathione has never been tested over the long term. So taking it regularly over a long time could have unexpected effects. Some people might not care, but for those who want evidence backed up by science, do some research before you consider purchasing this.
That being said, I do understand what it's like to have a chronic illness and be desperate for anything that might help. Some people with RLS and PLMD have said to find relief when taking this, so it's really up to you on whether or not you want to take the risk.
These capsules are average size, they contain 500mg so they are a reasonable size, but not unbearable or gigantic like a lot of supplements. As always, I like that the coatings are vegetarian. One capsule daily will last you two months. Consult your doctor before use!
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Little Giant 22-Foot Velocity Multi-Use Ladder
This ladder is designed to be as versatile as you could possibly need, allowing you to not only use it as a standard ladder for reaching high places, but also to use it on uneven surfaces or steps, and even to reach second-floor areas or... +
This ladder is designed to be as versatile as you could possibly need, allowing you to not only use it as a standard ladder for reaching high places, but also to use it on uneven surfaces or steps, and even to reach second-floor areas or windows.
The major upsides of this ladder are all the major things you would want in a ladder. It’s very sturdy to stand on, with great grips on the feet to keep it from sliding around. It can be adjusted to a variety of angles, including 90 degrees or even 180 degrees to extend it into a taller, double ladder that can reach rooftops or high windows. Because of the strong grips and adjustability, you can set this ladder up in such a way that you can use it on stairs or slopes without any problems. The locking mechanism also ensures that once you set up the ladder, it won’t ever start to change angles or slip, as the lock is extremely secure and easy to adjust once you understand it.
As someone on the heavier side of the scale, this is the first ladder I've felt comfortable standing on without someone holding it, no wobbling and no worries. Would be ideal for someone who uses a ladder for work and works alone.
The downsides to this ladder are not deal breakers for me, but they are still problematic. The locking mechanisms are not well explained at first, and need to be experimented with to really understand. The individual steps are thinner than most ladders, and the ladder itself is very heavy and very large, making it tough to transport around. The major issue for me is the fact that this ladder has no tray of any kind that you can rest tools or small equipment on, such as nails or lightbulbs, forcing you to carry them up with you and hopefully not drop them. Maybe adding a tray top would have made it too hard to have the ladder be fully adjustable like it is? You can hang a bucket or bag on the 'lock' knobs to help you with that, but a tray is always handy too. Love the wheel system to make it a lot easier to move it around.
Overall this ladder is versatile and reliable, with the only downsides being the weight and the lack of a tray to make your work easier. It's definitely worth it for workmen or those who own a house, but for those who use a ladder only occasionally, it's probably a bit overkill unless you have a lot of spare cash.
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Nestlé KitKat Caramel Burst & Sea Salt Milk
I’d never tried Kit Kat Caramel Burst & Sea Salt, so I was pleasantly surprised by how much I liked it. Kit Kat has a pretty tried-and-true formula that I’ve never thought needed changing, but the inclusion of the salty caramel inside the wafer... +
I’d never tried Kit Kat Caramel Burst & Sea Salt, so I was pleasantly surprised by how much I liked it. Kit Kat has a pretty tried-and-true formula that I’ve never thought needed changing, but the inclusion of the salty caramel inside the wafer is actually really nice. There’s not so much caramel that it’s spilling out of the bar when you bite into it, it’s actually not runny at all, but there’s definitely enough that you notice it. The chewiness of the caramel compliments the crispy wafer, and seems like a natural fit. The taste of the salty caramel is pretty strong, so if you don’t usually like salted caramel I would avoid this bar.
The bar itself is quite large (much larger than most bars of this type), easily enough for two to share, or to be split up by one person into 3-5 portions and eaten slowly. I would not recommend eating the entire bar in one sitting, as it’s very rich and probably too much for most people.
Overall I was happy to be wrong in my initial worries about this bar. I thought making a change like this to a classic chocolate bar would only make it worse, but it’s actually very nice and a new favourite of mine.
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