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Giveaway - Ring In 2012 With Amway's Nutrilite Vitamins Package!

Feel a big sluggish during the Holidays? You know, it just might be due to those extra servings you've been having. We all tend to have big dinners during the Holidays when our families come over and the extra food and calories will break you! Ever since my Nutrisystem days I've been keeping up with healthy eating, counting calories going in and out. Portion size is the most important factor to take into consideration. Want to get back on track these last couple of days in 2011? Thanks to Amway's Nutrilite, I got a couple products to review.

Nutrilite Concentrated Fruits and Vegetables Tablets (60ct.). These tablets are made from fruit and veggie concentrates, many of which they grow on their certified organic farms, and contain no artificial color,s flavors or preservatives. Two tablets provide phytonutrients of 10+ of fruits and veggies that benefit heart, circulatory, colon, eye and prostate health.

Nutrilite Fruits and Vegetables 2GO Twist Tubes (20ct.). These tubes are extremely convinient and provide you with 2 servings of fruits and veggies. It contains Vitamin C (equivalent to 1 serving of cantaloupe) that helps boost and protect your immune system and beta carotene (equivalent of 1 serving of carrots) which promotes healthy eye and skin health.

I have been taking both the tablets and twist tubes for about a week. Its going hand in hand with my healthy eating. Over the Holidays it is next to impossible to for a lot of us to get the recommended 9 - 13 servings of fruits and veggies needed. We had family over for Christmas and our traditional food from our homeland doesn't really include and fruits or veggies. It is very easy to over eat and pack on calories during this time but for those of you that are on a diet, it is not recommended. Here are a couple of tips to stay healthy these last days of 2011:

• -There surely will be left overs, that doesn't mean you have to eat them in excess. Keep to your good eating habits and keep portions in mind.
• -Drink a lot of water. I can not stress this enough. Water is important.
• -As hectic as these days might be, exercise any chance you get, even if its just a walk around the block.
• -If you can't eat you daily servings of fruits and veggies, consider Amway's Nutrilite products. Fruits and veggies play a vital part in your health.

Easy and simple tips that will make you feel great by the time 2012 rolls around. Amway's Nutrilite has a range of vitamins, supplements and other products to address the nutritional needs of you and your family. They have been generous enough to help ONE LUCKY READER to WIN an Amway Nutrilite Package that includes the Nutrilite Fruits and Vegetables 2GO Twist Tubes and Nutrilite Concentrated Fruits and Vegetables Tablets that I received! :) Visite Amway's Nutrilite en Español.

Want to win this Amway Nutrilite Package? Click "read more..." below to enter the giveaway!

My Nutrisystem Farewell & Last Weigh-In (Week #16) #NSNation

This is my 16th week on the Nutrisystem program and my journey comes to an end.. even though its just begun. Doesn't make sense? I plan on continuing my weight loss, and as It began with Nutrisystem, closing this chapter is just the beginning. I have learned a lot while on the program. I now have a set understanding of how many calories to consume daily, and how many to burn to see results. I won't go crazy trying to lose 5lbs. weekly, but I will continue my steady loss. Summer and the triple-digit weather stalled me a bit for the last 2 months, exercise-wise, but hopefully fall and the cooler weather will help me revamp and start up my daily exerciser routines to burn more calories.

I'm exited to see where my loss will be by the end of the year. I have enjoyed the Nutrisystem program for the past 4 months, and its thanks to them that I now have the tools to help me continue. Nutrisystem is great for beginners, as its very easy to follow, and the results WILL show themselves. I have lost almost 30lbs. in the last 4 months, and that is a great accomplishment. I will surely miss some of my favorite foods from Nutrisystem; Chili w/ Beans, Glazed Chicken w/ Green Beans, Fudge Brownie, Oatmeal Raisin Cookie, White Chocolate Chunk Cookie, Cheese Tortellini, Ice Cream Sandwich, Meatball Parmesan Melt, Steak & Cheese Melt, Turkey Peperoni Pizza, Veggie Pizza and all the others. Reading back on my favorites list, it doesn't sound like something someone would eat while trying to lose weight.

I now drink a TON of water, very little soda (majority is 0-calorie or diet) and eat lots of fruit daily. If i were to compare the way I felt before I started Nutrisystem and after, it would be healthier. Cliche, I know, but I feel good, I have more energy, I look forward to long days and so on. I want to give a HUGE thanks to the Nutrisystem Nation Blogger family and Nutrisystem for this great opportunity they provided me with. I take with me helpful tips and new knowledge on my weight-loss journey :) Don't forget to Check out my entire Nutrisystem Journey, my photos on Flickr or my videos on YouTube! Now its time, my weight loss for the 16th and final week on Nutrisystem: 

Weight Loss: 

             -6.2 lbs. [5/1/11]    -0.8 lbs. [6/26/11]
             -3.1 lbs. [5/8/11]    -0.8 lbs. [7/3/11] 
             -2.6 lbs. [5/15/11]   -0.5 lbs. [7/10/11] 
             -1.8 lbs. [5/22/11]   -0.7 lbs. [7/17/11] 
             -2.5 lbs. [5/29/11]   -0.8 lbs. [7/24/11]
             -2.6 lbs. [6/5/11]    -0.7 lbs. [7/31/11] 
             -2.3 lbs. [6/12/11]   -0.5 lbs. [8/7/11] 
             -1.1 lbs. [6/19/11]   -0.8 lbs. [8/14/11]

Total: 27.9 lbs.

Nutrisystem Nation Bloggers:

I want to say HELLO to my fellow Nutrisystem Nation Bloggers! I read their blogs and their ups & downs with the system! Don't forget to check them out! Trisha @ Makeup Files, Heather @ Living On Love & Cents, Di @ Free Sample Mama, Lisa @ Mommy & Me Giveaways, Carmen @ Closer To Lucy, Sara @ Dealicious Mom, Brett @ This Mama Loves Her Bargains

Want to join me on the Nutrisystem Program? Sign up online or call 1-888-853-4689!

Disclaimer: As a part of the "Nutrisystem Nation Blogger" Program, Nutrisystem is providing their food, services and program to me free of charge in exchange for blogging about my experience. Opinions are my own and I will provide only fair and honest reviews.

My Nutrisystem Weekly Weigh-In (Week #15) #NSNation

This is my 15th week on the Nutrisystem program. I have now been on the Nutrisystem program for over 3 months and have lost 27 lbs. I have 1 week left on the programs and am extremely grateful for all I've been through and learned. I have lost almost 30lbs. and am looking to lose more on my own before my trip at the end of the year. The heat has kicked up in intensity again hitting the triple-digits, and although I haven't been able to kick up my exercise , I have been eating well. I was expecting a little more weight-loss BUT I have been drinking a TON of water lately and I think that's why the number was where its at.

This weeks weight-loss was ok. I'm hoping to be down 50lb. in total by late November, and I'm sure i'll accomplish it! :) Don't forget to Check out my entire Nutrisystem Journey, my photos on Flickr or my videos on YouTube! Now its time, my weight loss for the 12th week on Nutrisystem:

Weight Loss: 

             -6.2 lbs. [5/1/11]    -0.8 lbs. [6/26/11]
             -3.1 lbs. [5/8/11]    -0.8 lbs. [7/3/11] 
             -2.6 lbs. [5/15/11]   -0.5 lbs. [7/10/11] 
             -1.8 lbs. [5/22/11]   -0.7 lbs. [7/17/11] 
             -2.5 lbs. [5/29/11]   -0.8 lbs. [7/24/11]
             -2.6 lbs. [6/5/11]    -0.7 lbs. [7/31/11] 
             -2.3 lbs. [6/12/11]   -0.5 lbs. [8/7/11] 
             -1.1 lbs. [6/19/11]

Total: 27.1 lbs.

Nutrisystem Nation Bloggers:

I want to say HELLO to my fellow Nutrisystem Nation Bloggers! I read their blogs and their ups & downs with the system! Don't forget to check them out! Trisha @ Makeup Files, Heather @ Living On Love & Cents, Di @ Free Sample Mama, Lisa @ Mommy & Me Giveaways, Carmen @ Closer To Lucy, Sara @ Dealicious Mom, Brett @ This Mama Loves Her Bargains

Want to join me on the Nutrisystem Program? Sign up online or call 1-888-853-4689!

Disclaimer: As a part of the "Nutrisystem Nation Blogger" Program, Nutrisystem is providing their food, services and program to me free of charge in exchange for blogging about my experience. Opinions are my own and I will provide only fair and honest reviews.

My Nutrisystem Weekly Weigh-In (Week #14) #NSNation

This is my 14th week on the Nutrisystem program. I have now been on the Nutrisystem program for 3 1/2 months and have lost 26 lbs. I have 2 weeks left on the programs and am extremely grateful for all i've been through and learned. I have lost almost 30lbs. and am looking to lose more on my own before my trip at the end of the year. I'm exited to be pushing myself on my own. I had the chance to try something new this week, it was the chocolate cake dessert. I am not a huge chocolate fan, and found the cake was not to my liking. I found it dry and a bad version of the fudge brownie (which is delicious).

This weeks weight-loss was ok, as I'm still building up my good habits due to my falling out last month.  I can't wait to keep pushing myself and lose more weight. I need to get into my exercise again like before! I'm hoping to lose an even 30lb. by the time my Nutrisystem journey ends, i think its possible if I push myself these next two weeks :) Don't forget to Check out my entire Nutrisystem Journey, my photos on Flickr or my videos on YouTube! Now its time, my weight loss for the 12th week on Nutrisystem:

Weight Loss: 

                   -6.2 lbs. [5/1/11]    -1.1 lbs. [6/19/11]
             -3.1 lbs. [5/8/11]    -0.8 lbs. [6/26/11]
             -2.6 lbs. [5/15/11]   -0.8 lbs. [7/3/11]
             -1.8 lbs. [5/22/11]   -0.5 lbs. [7/10/11]
             -2.5 lbs. [5/29/11]   -0.7 lbs. [7/17/11] 
             -2.6 lbs. [6/5/11]    -0.8 lbs. [7/24/11] 
             -2.3 lbs. [6/12/11]   -0.7 lbs. [7/31/11]

Total: 26.6 lbs.

Nutrisystem Nation Bloggers:

I want to say HELLO to my fellow Nutrisystem Nation Bloggers! I read their blogs and their ups & downs with the system! Don't forget to check them out! Trisha @ Makeup Files, Heather @ Living On Love & Cents, Di @ Free Sample Mama, Lisa @ Mommy & Me Giveaways, Carmen @ Closer To Lucy, Sara @ Dealicious Mom, Brett @ This Mama Loves Her Bargains

Want to join me on the Nutrisystem Program? Sign up online or call 1-888-853-4689!

Disclaimer: As a part of the "Nutrisystem Nation Blogger" Program, Nutrisystem is providing their food, services and program to me free of charge in exchange for blogging about my experience. Opinions are my own and I will provide only fair and honest reviews.

My Nutrisystem Weekly Weigh-In (Week #13) #NSNation

This is my 13th week on the Nutrisystem program. I have now been on the Nutrisystem program for over three months and have lost 25 lbs. Its been a journey, but I've learned a lot. I have strayed the last month due to stress and other problems. I finally got on track this week but my weight loss for this week doesn't reflect that. Why? Maybe its the extra water weight us women hold during that time of the month. Maybe its because my body is getting accustomed to healthy food again. Who knows! I just know that I feel better and don't have that horrible feeling in the pit of my stomach after consuming the bad foods from last month.

Its quite funny how stress made me crave the not-healthy foods. And, after eating the bad food, I felt terrible. Its as if I can't eat and enjoy them anymore. When I did I felt the difference, they made me feel super full and sluggish. Feeling out of energy the moment you wake up is horrible.

This weeks weight-loss was ok, as I'm currently building up my good habits again.  I can't wait to keep pushing myself and lose more weight. I need to get into my exercise again like before! I have made a personal goal to lose a minimum of 10lbs. a month over the next 1 month I have left. :) Don't forget to Check out my entire Nutrisystem Journey, my photos on Flickr or my videos on YouTube! Now its time, my weight loss for the 12th week on Nutrisystem:

Weight Loss: 

                 -6.2 lbs. [5/1/11]    -2.3 lbs. [6/12/11]
             -3.1 lbs. [5/8/11]    -1.1 lbs. [6/19/11]
             -2.6 lbs. [5/15/11]   -0.8 lbs. [6/26/11] 
             -1.8 lbs. [5/22/11]   -0.8 lbs. [7/3/11] 
             -2.5 lbs. [5/29/11]   -0.5 lbs. [7/10/11] 
             -2.6 lbs. [6/5/11]    -0.7 lbs. [7/17/11]

             -0.8 lbs. [7/24/11]

Total: 25.9 lbs.

Nutrisystem Nation Bloggers:

I want to say HELLO to my fellow Nutrisystem Nation Bloggers! I read their blogs and their ups & downs with the system! Don't forget to check them out! Trisha @ Makeup Files, Heather @ Living On Love & Cents, Di @ Free Sample Mama, Lisa @ Mommy & Me Giveaways, Carmen @ Closer To Lucy, Sara @ Dealicious Mom, Brett @ This Mama Loves Her Bargains

Want to join me on the Nutrisystem Program? Sign up online or call 1-888-853-4689!

Disclaimer: As a part of the "Nutrisystem Nation Blogger" Program, Nutrisystem is providing their food, services and program to me free of charge in exchange for blogging about my experience. Opinions are my own and I will provide only fair and honest reviews.

My Nutrisystem Weekly Weigh-In (Week #12) #NSNation

This is my 12th week on the Nutrisystem program. I have now been on the Nutrisystem program for three months and have lost 25 lbs. Its been a journey, but I've learned a lot. This last month has been an eye opener. I've been overly stressed about problems and have found I tend to not care and just go for it. Its shown in my weight loss for this last month, but as of last week, I have been working a little harder to stay on track. The weight I have lost so far is what excites me :)

Stress and the horrible triple-digit weather is what caused me to stray, and since this is the first time in my life I've been committed to losing weight, I'm trying to find ways to succeed. I don't know why I've been drawn to soda lately, but it makes me feel horrible. I do know that the unhealthy food I unfortunately ate was due to a mix of stress and convenience. I'm glad this has happened, its slowly teaching me how I react to these situations and the bad habits I need to break.

This weeks weight-loss was ok, but I'm currently trying to build up my good habits in order to lose, on average, the amount I was before.  I can't wait to keep pushing myself and lose more weight. I need to get into my exercise again! I have made a personal goal to lose a minimum of 10lbs. a month over the next 1 month I have left. :) Don't forget to Check out my entire Nutrisystem Journey, my photos on Flickr or my videos on YouTube! Now its time, my weight loss for the 12th week on Nutrisystem:

Weight Loss: 

              -6.2 lbs. [5/1/11]    -2.3 lbs. [6/12/11]
             -3.1 lbs. [5/8/11]    -1.1 lbs. [6/19/11] 
             -2.6 lbs. [5/15/11]   -0.8 lbs. [6/26/11]
             -1.8 lbs. [5/22/11]   -0.8 lbs. [7/3/11] 
             -2.5 lbs. [5/29/11]   -0.5 lbs. [7/10/11] 
             -2.6 lbs. [6/5/11]    -0.7 lbs. [7/10/11]

Total: 25.1 lbs.

Nutrisystem Nation Bloggers:

I want to say HELLO to my fellow Nutrisystem Nation Bloggers! I read their blogs and their ups & downs with the system! Don't forget to check them out! Trisha @ Makeup Files, Heather @ Living On Love & Cents, Di @ Free Sample Mama, Lisa @ Mommy & Me Giveaways, Carmen @ Closer To Lucy, Sara @ Dealicious Mom, Brett @ This Mama Loves Her Bargains

Want to join me on the Nutrisystem Program? Sign up online or call 1-888-853-4689!

Disclaimer: As a part of the "Nutrisystem Nation Blogger" Program, Nutrisystem is providing their food, services and program to me free of charge in exchange for blogging about my experience. Opinions are my own and I will provide only fair and honest reviews.

My Nutrisystem Weekly Weigh-In (Week #10) #NSNation

This is my 11th week on the Nutrisystem program.11 weeks into this journey and I have accomplished losing over 20lbs, that is amazing. This last month has been quite tough on me, and I have shown it with my low numbers. The heat, stress, work, and problems I have at the moment took a toll on me. I'm slowly managing to regain control.

This week I haven't felt like eating much due to the heat, and it draws me to pick the quick microwavable-only Nutrisystem foods. Sticking to the program as best as I could under the circumstances, my numbers were ok this week once again. The past month, I have gotten little to no excessive. I plan to change that this week since the forecast doesn't mention anything about triple-digit weather for the week! I'm exited to get to work on that!

This weeks weight-loss was ok, but due to the circumstances, It was expected. Who knew it would be so hard to lose weight during summer? :) I can't wait to keep pushing myself and lose more weight. I need to get into my exercise again! I have made a personal goal to lose a minimum of 10lbs. a month over the next 1 1/2 months I have left. :) Don't forget to Check out my entire Nutrisystem Journey, my photos on Flickr or my videos on YouTube! Now its time, my weight loss for the 11th week on Nutrisystem:

Weight Loss: 

             -6.2 lbs. [5/1/11]    -2.3 lbs. [6/12/11]
             -3.1 lbs. [5/8/11]    -1.1 lbs. [6/19/11]
             -2.6 lbs. [5/15/11]   -0.8 lbs. [6/26/11]
             -1.8 lbs. [5/22/11]   -0.8 lbs. [7/3/11]
             -2.5 lbs. [5/29/11]   -0.5 lbs. [7/10/11] 
             -2.6 lbs. [6/5/11]

Total: 24.4 lbs.

Nutrisystem Nation Bloggers:

I want to say HELLO to my fellow Nutrisystem Nation Bloggers! I read their blogs and their ups & downs with the system! Don't forget to check them out! Trisha @ Makeup Files, Heather @ Living On Love & Cents, Di @ Free Sample Mama, Lisa @ Mommy & Me Giveaways, Carmen @ Closer To Lucy, Sara @ Dealicious Mom, Brett @ This Mama Loves Her Bargains

Want to join me on the Nutrisystem Program? Sign up online or call 1-888-853-4689!

Disclaimer: As a part of the "Nutrisystem Nation Blogger" Program, Nutrisystem is providing their food, services and program to me free of charge in exchange for blogging about my experience. Opinions are my own and I will provide only fair and honest reviews.

My Nutrisystem Weekly Weigh-In (Week #10) #NSNation

This is my 10th week on the Nutrisystem program.10 weeks into this journey and I have accomplished losing over 20lbs, that is amazing. It is hard work but manageable. I never before knew how bad stress can lead you to eat the wrong way. This past week has been full of ups and downs. The stress,m the triple digit weather and all is just too overwhelming for myself.

Sticking to the program as best as I could under the circumstances, my numbers were ok this week. Considering the only exercise I am getting is walking around the house, anything lost is something lost. I have to say, thank goodness for Nutrisystem's select frozen foods. I just LOVE the ice cream sandwiches! In this heat, any of these cool frozen treats are much needed! I usually have my dessert during the day instead of leaving it for after dark.

This weeks weight-loss was ok, but due to the circumstances, It was expected. Who knew it would be so hard to lose weight during summer? :) I can't wait to keep pushing myself and lose more weight. I have made a personal goal to lose a minimum of 10lbs. a month over the next 1 1/2 months I have left. :) Don't forget to Check out my entire Nutrisystem Journey, my photos on Flickr or my videos on YouTube! Now its time, my weight loss for the 10th week on Nutrisystem:

Weight Loss:

-6.2 lbs. [5/1/11] 
-3.1 lbs. [5/8/11]
-2.6 lbs. [5/15/11]  

-1.8 lbs. [5/22/11] 
-2.5 lbs. [5/29/11] 
-2.6 lbs. [6/5/11] 
-2.3 lbs. [6/12/11]

-1.1 lbs. [6/19/11]

-0.8 lbs. [6/26/11] 
-0.8 lbs. [7/3/11]  

Total: 23.9 lbs.

Nutrisystem Nation Bloggers:

I want to say HELLO to my fellow Nutrisystem Nation Bloggers! I read their blogs and their ups & downs with the system! Don't forget to check them out! Trisha @ Makeup Files, Heather @ Living On Love & Cents, Di @ Free Sample Mama, Lisa @ Mommy & Me Giveaways, Carmen @ Closer To Lucy, Sara @ Dealicious Mom, Brett @ This Mama Loves Her Bargains

Want to join me on the Nutrisystem Program? Sign up online or call 1-888-853-4689!

Disclaimer: As a part of the "Nutrisystem Nation Blogger" Program, Nutrisystem is providing their food, services and program to me free of charge in exchange for blogging about my experience. Opinions are my own and I will provide only fair and honest reviews.

My Nutrisystem Weekly Weigh-In (Week #9)

This is my 9th week on the Nutrisystem program. Two weeks ago I hit the 20-lbs. mark, but haven't been able to keep my good numbers. This heat (up to 103 degrees here in Los Angeles) has been making me feel worn out as soon as I wake up. Because of that, I haven't been able to exercise not 1 day this past week. Not to mention my week has been very off and I've fallen off here and there. This truly shows in my weight loss for the week, but like I always say, anything lost is a gain :)

I was so exited last week to hitting 20lbs that I forgot to show you guys my new Nutribear. Its name is commitment, and hopefully he will keep me motivated this new week. He sure is a cutie, and comes in one of my favorite colors, purple. I want to lose 30lbs. by the end of July, I am so exited! I know I can make it happen! I'm looking forward to filling my computer desk with cute little Nutribears!

This weeks weight-loss was low, lower than I expected. I can't wait to keep pushing myself and lose more weight. I have now made a personal goal to lose a minimum of 10lbs. a month over the next 2 months I have left. :) Don't forget to Check out my entire Nutrisystem Journey, my photos on Flickr or my videos on YouTube! Now its time, my weight loss for the 7th week on Nutrisystem:

Weight Loss:

-6.2 lbs. [5/1/11] 
-3.1 lbs. [5/8/11]
-2.6 lbs. [5/15/11]  

-1.8 lbs. [5/22/11] 
-2.5 lbs. [5/29/11] 
-2.6 lbs. [6/5/11]

-2.3 lbs. [6/12/11]

-1.1 lbs. [6/19/11]

-0.8 lbs. [6/26/11] 

Total: 23.1 lbs.

Nutrisystem Nation Bloggers:

I want to say HELLO to my fellow Nutrisystem Nation Bloggers! I read their blogs and their ups & downs with the system! Don't forget to check them out! Trisha @ Makeup Files, Heather @ Living On Love & Cents, Di @ Free Sample Mama, Lisa @ Mommy & Me Giveaways, Carmen @ Closer To Lucy, Sara @ Dealicious Mom, Brett @ This Mama Loves Her Bargains

Want to join me on the Nutrisystem Program? Sign up online or call 1-888-853-4689!

Disclaimer: As a part of the "Nutrisystem Nation Blogger" Program, Nutrisystem is providing their food, services and program to me free of charge in exchange for blogging about my experience. Opinions are my own and I will provide only fair and honest reviews.

My Nutrisystem Weekly Weigh-In (Week #8)

This is my 8th week on the Nutrisystem program. I was so exited last week to hitting 20lbs in 7 weeks. I accomplished it and feel great that I did! It goes to show me that I can do it if I put my mind to it. Nutrisystem and exercise have been great to me, and are the only things helping me lose weight. The heat this past week was horrible and has been a lazy week for me. I only had the energy to work out 1 day out of the week and it shows from what I lost, which was very minimal but am happy that I lost something.

The Nutrisystem program has very easy to follow, sometimes it feels like I'm eating too much, but this time eating good food, not bad. Self-motivation has been keeping me going, and getting my first Nutribear a couple weeks back helped! This week I got another little surprise in the mail, my Commitment Nutribear, all Nutrisystem members that hit the 20lb. lost mark receives this cute little purple guy. These rewards are a great motivation to keep on going, its wonderful to have the opportunity to show them off too :)

This weeks weight-loss was low, but I expected it. I can't wait to keep pushing myself and lose more weight. I have now made a personal goal to lose a minimum of 10lbs. a month over the next 2 months I have left. :) Don't forget to Check out my entire Nutrisystem Journey, my photos on Flickr or my videos on YouTube! Now its time, my weight loss for the 7th week on Nutrisystem:

Weight Loss:

-6.2 lbs. [5/1/11] 
-3.1 lbs. [5/8/11]
-2.6 lbs. [5/15/11] 

-1.8 lbs. [5/22/11] 
-2.5 lbs. [5/29/11]

-2.6 lbs. [6/5/11]

-2.3 lbs. [6/12/11]

-1.1 lbs. [6/19/11]

Total: 22.3 lbs.

Nutrisystem Nation Bloggers:

I want to say HELLO to my fellow Nutrisystem Nation Bloggers! I read their blogs and their ups & downs with the system! Don't forget to check them out! Trisha @ Makeup Files, Heather @ Living On Love & Cents, Di @ Free Sample Mama, Lisa @ Mommy & Me Giveaways, Carmen @ Closer To Lucy, Sara @ Dealicious Mom, Brett @ This Mama Loves Her Bargains

Want to join me on the Nutrisystem Program? Sign up online or call 1-888-853-4689!

Disclaimer: As a part of the "Nutrisystem Nation Blogger" Program, Nutrisystem is providing their food, services and program to me free of charge in exchange for blogging about my experience. Opinions are my own and I will provide only fair and honest reviews.

GIVEAWAY - Thai Kitchen & La Tortilla Factory

I'm a huge fan of Asian foods, let it be Thai, Chinese, Cambodian, etc. I think my favorite Asian (-American) dish is orange chicken and others with sweet & sour or hot and spicy sauces drizzled on top. Its no surprise, I love my sauce so getting the chance to review Thai Kitchen's line of all-purpose dipping sauces was exiting! I received Pineapple & Chili, Thai Chili & Ginger and Spicy Thai Mango. These sauces are all-purpose and dipping sauces that go GREAT with chicken! We make some homemade baked crispy chicken strips that went great with the Spicy Thai Mango sauce, it was a great balance of sweet and spicy. The Pineapple & Chili was phenomenal with a beef stir fry I made. The Chili & Ginger sauce was the odd ball out, I'm not sure what it was that made me dislike it. The ginger might be to blame, I'm not a huge fan of ginger, but the spice in the sauce was great. Thai food is known for their spicy and sweet foods, and these sauces do it justice. Thai Kitchen products include an array of rice noodles, take-out meals, canned soups and more!

La Tortilla Factory was a brand I had never heard about previously, but am happy I got the opportunity to try! I received the Hand Made Style Corn Tortillas and the Smart & Delicious 100 Calorie 100% Whole Wheat Tortillas to review. I must say, the 100 calorie tortillas are huge, and great with 8g of fiber each. I regularly buy flour tortillas, smaller in size, that are much higher in calories so I'm glad I was introduced to the Smart & Delicious tortillas. I'm very bland when it comes to tortillas, they are not a big staple in our homeland's cuisine whatsoever. I usually just use them to make a quick quesadilla with pepperjack and/or cheese and chicken. This time around, i made my usual "breakfast burrito" with 1 egg, 1 Oscar Mayer wiener, fat free Kraft American cheese, light sour cream and hot sauce. With all the ingredients ready to go inside, I could of doubled the ingredients and still have a lot of room in there. They really are big. The tortilla itself heats up nice and soft and doesn't have a strong flavor.

I have never seen any sweet recipes use tortillas, but I imagine since the 100 calorie tortillas don't have a strong taste, it might make sense. The Hand Made Style Corn Tortillas were also good, these did taste like a good corn tortilla you would get at a mom and pop type restaurant. Its great by itself accompanied by black beans and rice. Overall, I enjoyed the products I got the opportunity to review. A huge thanks to Thai Kitchen and La Tortilla Factory for the opportunity to try their products. I'm so glad I get to share with one lucky reader too! :)

GIVEAWAY:

One (1) Winner will receive:

★(1) - Thai Kitchen & La Tortilla Factory Package*

*(Includes same Thai Kitchen sauces and La Tortilla Factory products I reviewed.) 

WINNER:

#132 - Shari Lynn

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GIVEAWAY - Polaner's Sugar-Free Preserves w/ Fiber

Not too long ago I got the chance to better my life by eating better, and have been doing great so far. Thanks to that opportunity, I have been seeking products that are healthier for me and provide nutritional value. I don't know about many people, but if I don't have a good breakfast in the morning, I tend to feel unsatisfied. This leads to overeating later on or not choosing the best of things to eat. I love breakfast, and toasting up a piece of bread adding some butter, fruit preserves or jelly is what I look forward to daily! A tablespoon of apricot preserves is just not enough for my toast, but at 40 calories each tbs., I just let it be. Its no longer a problem hanks to the wonderful people over at Polaner. I was sent four jars of the Polaner's Sugar-Free Fruit Preserves with Fiber. They are only 10 calories, come in many varieties AND are loaded with 3g of fiber per tablespoon. Better yet, they are sweetened with Splenda and contain NO high fructose corn syrup!

Strawberry Sugar-Free Preserves w/ Fiber - Strawberries are not a favorite fruit of mine (shock!) but do like them in other forms. Texture for the strawberry preserves was a little off, i'd prefer big chunks, but it tasted great. Went well with English muffins and heated up on my Nutrisystem pound cake.

Seedless Raspberry Sugar-Free Preserves w/ Fiber - My favorite of the bunch. The acidity is great, taste is wonderful is very versatile. When I find out how to  make a healthier cheesecake version I will make it with this Raspberry preserve.

Seedless Blackberry Sugar-Free Preserves w/ Fiber - My other favorite, just as the raspberry, this preserve has great acidity that makes is versatile. Goes best on pancakes and french toast.

Apricot Sugar-Free Preserves w/ Fiber - I have to mention, Apricot Preserves are my absolute favorite. However, the flavor was my least favorite of the bunch. The texture was rich, compared to my usual brands, but the taste was bland. I'm use to it having some acidity but it was missing here.

I can't wait to finish off these jars I have so I can buy some of the other varieties. I am especially looking forward to the orange preserves. Polaner products include All Fruit, Fancy Fruit and Sugar-Free fruit, all with added fiber. As well as varies spices, chopped, crushed and large cut. A huge thanks to Polaner for the opportunity to review their Sugar-Free preserves. While one didn't quite blend well with my taste buds, I can't wait to try other varieties. Want to try Polaner's preserves for yourself? Head on over to Polaner.com for a $1 Off Polaners Preserves coupon!

GIVEAWAY:

One (1) Winner will receive:

★(1) - 4pk. Package Of Polaner's Sugar-Free Fruit Preserves w/ Fiber*

*(Includes Seedless Raspberry, Seedless Blackberry, Apricot and Strawberry) 

WINNER:

#86 - Francine E.

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Disclaimer: I was NOT paid for this post, however I did receive the product in question, from the company or their representing  PR company,  free of charge in exchange for my review. All opinions are my own and I have provided a fair and honest review. I received no other compensation for my review nor was I under any obligation to give a positive review.

My Nutrisystem Weekly Weigh-In (Week #7)

This is my 7th week on the Nutrisystem program. I was so exited last week for being so close to hitting 20lbs in 7 weeks. Did I accomplish it? Keep reading, lol. Being as exited as I was I thought I'd try some new exercises and did some lunges. Big mistake, I was sore for over 2 days to the point where it hurt to walk. I couldn't get any exercise in for those 2 days and couldn't hit my 3,500 calorie burn. I tried to make up for it by eating better, no flavor packets in my water, no extras (sour cream, etc.) and think I did well.

I've mentioned, the Nutrisystem program is getting easier and easier to stay on. I always feel content, when I'm hungry (which is only when I don't have a filling breakfast) I just grab some grapes or frozen pineapples. I did try a new meal this week, the pasta with beef lunch entrée, I can't say I'm too crazy about it. Exercise is going well. I get my exercise on the EA Sports Active 2 for XBOX 360. I posted my review on this great game recently so check it out :). All this takes motivation. There are many ways of getting that, family, friends, goals, etc. To further help my motivation, I am proud to say that this week I have earned Commitment the Nutribear, which will join his buddy, Pound, soon enough. :) I've never been more exited to receive a little bear in my life.

This weeks weight-loss was very good, I was expecting less.  I can't wait to keep pushing myself and lose more weight. I have now made a personal goal to lose a minimum of 10lbs. a month over the next 3 months I have left. :) Don't forget to Check out my entire Nutrisystem Journey, my photos on Flickr or my videos on YouTube! Now its time, my weight loss for the 5th week on Nutrisystem:
 

Weight Loss:

-6.2 lbs. [5/1/11]

-3.1 lbs. [5/8/11] 
-2.6 lbs. [5/15/11]

-1.8 lbs. [5/22/11]

-2.5 lbs. [5/29/11]

-2.6 lbs. [6/5/11] 

-2.3 lbs. [6/12/11] 

Total: 21.2 lbs.

Nutrisystem Nation Bloggers:

I want to say HELLO to my fellow Nutrisystem Nation Bloggers! I read their blogs and their ups & downs with the system! Don't forget to check them out! Trisha @ Makeup Files, Heather @ Living On Love & Cents, Di @ Free Sample Mama, Lisa @ Mommy & Me Giveaways, Carmen @ Closer To Lucy, Sara @ Dealicious Mom, Brett @ This Mama Loves Her Bargains

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Disclaimer: As a part of the "Nutrisystem Nation Blogger" Program, Nutrisystem is providing their food, services and program to me free of charge in exchange for blogging about my experience. Opinions are my own and I will provide only fair and honest reviews.