LEAVE it; Tropicana 50 Orange Juice

Hi Everyone,

First off, I have updated two posts so go check them out;
1. Armani Eyes to Kill
2. Brookside Chocolates

Photocredit: Tropicana

As for today's product?  Tropica50. Gawd I hate it!  It is such false advertising and if you don't read the label then you're in trouble.  Really it serves me right for now having been smarter.  I purchased this product months ago but when I spotted a commercial for it today it re-enforced my dislike for it and I had to write a review. 

Why do I hate it?

• I hate artificial drinks in general, but when something pretends to be good for you and is advertised as natural when it's not?  That just makes me mad.  This stuff contains only 40% real orange juice! Are you kidding me?
• They tout not using artificial sweeteners....but if it's not 100% orange juice and OJ sugar...it's artificially sweetened.  They use Stevia which is better than your regular ol' sweeteners but still.  Blech.  

I think this get's my point across.  If you have to drink juice, can you at least read the label first?  You'll be shocked what you discovered.  For now I stick to my Oasis 100% orange juice - nothing added.  Dilute it down or watch your portions.  Simple as that.
That's it for today!
xxx

E

LOVE it; PC Blue Menu Yogurt Bars and Smoothies

Ok, yum!  I have been eating clean and watching my intake so most deserts or sweets are a no no right now.  Since I have a major sweet tooth I was desperate for something that would fill the void for sugar without being horrible for me.  As I was passing the freezer aisle I was intrigued.  A PC blue menu yogurt bar that looked pretty delicious for only 90 calories and made with 100% Canadian milk?  On sale for $4.99 [instead of the regular $6.99] I had to try them and I'm so glad I did.  They are delicious!

Photo Credit: President's Choice

We have tried: Smoothie Fudge Dessert Bars, Swirl Smoothie Orange and Strawberry.  They are all SO good.

The pictured smoothie swirl in orange contains: 90 calories, 1 gram fat (!!) and 13 grams sugar.

Another benefit?  They contain 0.04g Omega 3's that are added through fish oil - sounds gross but you can NOT taste it. Those who know me know I hate fish in any shape or form but it's completely undetectable and helps provide a little health boost 

I'm not oblivious. I wouldn't call these 'healthy' but they are definitely a great and 'healthier' low calorie option for when that sweet tooth aches for a little sugar.

Oh and PS - the bars a a totally respectable size. I thought for sure for 90 calories you'd get a teeny tiny bar.  Not so!

That's it for now.  If you have any questions leave me a comment or email me! Oh and let me know if you try them. :)

xxx,
E 

LOVE it; Checkout 51

Today's review, is again, a bit different because it's not a product per say... it's an app!
As much as I love shopping for high quality goods of any type what I like even more is getting a great deal on them! - Enter Checkout 51.

Photo Credit: Checkout 51

What is it?

It's a free [!!!] smartphone app that let's you claim virtual coupons after you have shopped at any store.

How does it work?

You check the deals for your week and find the ones you like - every Thursday new coupons are posted and they last until the following Wednesday [however there is only a certain quantity for some deals so they might not be available all week]  

You proceed with your usual business of grocery shopping wherever you like.

Once you get home you take a picture of your receipt(s) and claim each offer you'd like to redeem.

Within 48 hours your offer will have been reviewed and a credit for x amount of money is placed on your account.  Once you have reached a minimum of $20 in redemption a cheque is mailed to you.

That's it! Easy peasy!  BUT, the best part is the variety of awesome products that are offered and the amount you receive back for them.  For example, this week, I redeemed: $2 off an old el paso dinner kit (got it on sale making it only $1.00!!!), $1.50 off Oikos greek yogurt and $.50 unico canned tomatoes (also on sale for $1 making the can only $.50!).  As you can see they are totally common use products with a great cash-back.  Another great and reasuring part? The app is actually legit and secure! It was developed by the son of the owner of Postmedia who already has numerous businesses under his belt. 

Ok, that's it for now! Let me know if you try the app and if you like it.  If you have any questions leave me a comment or email me.

xxx
E