The Busy Giffs: June 2015

June 29, 2015

Dannon Light & Fit Tiramisu Flavored Greek Nonfat Yogurt, Stop & Shop & Getting Healthy

“I participated in an Event and Blogger Activation on behalf of Influence Central for Dannon. I received product samples to facilitate my review as well as a promotional item to thank me for my participation. All views and opinions are my own, and do not necessarily represent those of Dannon.”

It is no secret that I love a good snack. I am overweight but I'm working on it. I won a fitbit from work and since I don't have to take it off to charge it every night, I actually end up wearing it the next day to count my steps! Factor in cutting out soda and making sure I drink the recommended amount of water and I'm doing better every day.  The hardest part of getting healthy for me has been giving up my favorite snacks. Funfetti cupcakes, potato chips, a rich slice of chocolate cake... yum!

It's hard to choose better for you foods because so often, they don't taste nearly as good! Dannon has figured out the solution to my problem making delicious, Dannon® Light & Fit® Greek nonfat yogurt in one of my favorite flavors-- Tiramisu! It is so delicious and is a satisfying alternative to something loaded up with sugar and empty calories!

Dannon® Light & Fit® Tiramisu Flavored Greek nonfat yogurt has 12 grams of protein, 80 calories and 0% fat per 5.3 oz serving so it helps me stick to my new lifestyle while satisfying my sugar loving taste buds and shrinking away those daily temptations and cravings.


My local Stop & Shop was having a tasting of the new flavor so I had to try it out! I have always been hesitant of yogurt because I have such consistency issues with foods but I was super excited and impressed by the creamy deliciousness of Dannon Light & Fit Tiramisu Flavored Greek Nonfat Yogurt! It was the most perfect consistency-- I didn't have to shake it and mix before enjoying it-- it was perfect. 



While at Stop & Shop, a nutritionist walked us through the store pointing out 'better for you' snack options. Stick to berries, leafy greens, and fresh produce.
Berries on my yogurt... yum!


She also reminded us to make sure we are eating all of the colors of the rainbow to make sure we're getting a full range of vitamins from our foods and to really look at labels while purchasing our foods.  Stop & Shop is making it even easier for those like me who struggle with making good choices, pre-cutting produce and offering both bulk and single serve portions which are great to grab on the go.






This label was for gluten free ciabatta rolls which qualifies as a "Healthy Idea" at Stop & Shop and the label lets you know as you are shopping!  This label also indicates that it is a gluten free product. It makes it a lot easier to "grab" things in the aisles with that type of information just at the ready.  Between the easy to read labels from Stop & Shop and the delicious treat like good for you snacks by Dannon, I am sure I'll be watching the pounds fall off! Now excuse me while I go indulge in some Tiramisu (yogurt!)!



June 1, 2015

Good Infant Oral Care with Nuk!

I received product to facilitate my review, but all opinions are my own.

The Princess had her first dentist check up a couple weeks ago.  We were without dental insurance for so long and I was petrified that her teeth would be a mess but thankfully, since we push good brushing habits on her, her teeth are still perfect! We make brushing our teeth a family event and we all stand in the bathroom, brushing together.
I don't want her to pretend to brush her teeth I want her to know that it's a GOOD thing to brush!
Because we are always brushing, the little man has taken a liking to brushing as well! He only has 4 teeth but we need to keep them healthy too!


Nuk makes an amazing three sided toothbrush and a gum and tooth paste that is designed for infants 3 months and older!

The toothbrush is gentle on gums with no nylon bristles and is easy to grip for both mama and the little one who wants to do it themselves! The toothbrush can be used from 6-36 months, while the gum and toothpaste can be used from 3 months on.

My little guy likes to suck the paste right off the brush so I'm happy that it is Flouride Free and safe to swallow. Nuk's gum and tooth paste is also free of articifical dyes and is both dairy free and gluten free-- I had never even considered those two things in my toothpaste!
The natural tasting apple and banana flavor was surprisingly good and I think Tyler brushed his teeth 4 times the first time we tried them out!

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