No More Rumbly in the Tumbly with Erceflora ProbiBears!

My son turns ten in a little over a week, and he's at that stage in life where he'd eat just about anything save for ampalaya (bitter gourd), okra, and liver. (I don't eat this stuff either, just so you guys know, lol.) He is quite a voracious eater despite his lanky frame, and it's his insatiable appetite that almost got us into trouble while we were vacationing in Korea last spring.

Yue had stomach flu on our final week in Seoul, which he probably got from all that eating that he (we) did during Father's Day. The next 36 hours had been very stressful for all of us, especially for Yue, who made frequent trips to the bathroom, had very little appetite, and threw up after a few spoonfuls of food. We were on the verge of bringing him to the hospital (it's like deja vu all over again), but thankfully, he got better after several doses of Loperamide and rehydrating him with water, sports drinks, and yogurt drinks.

Had I known early on about Erceflora ProbiBears, I would have packed them in my medical travel kit and brought them all the way to Korea. That way, I could have prevented Yue's nasty bout with stomach flu.

Erceflora Probi Bears.

Erceflora ProbiBears is a trans-free, gluten-free, kid-friendly food supplement that helps improve digestion. It comes in a vanilla-flavored, bear-shaped, chewable tablet, making it easy for even young kids to ingest.

Comes in a foil pack...

These cute, edible bears contain two strains of 'good bacteria' - Bifidobacterium lactis which helps boost your child's immune system and prevent gut problems, and Lactobacillus acidophilus which effectively improves your child's digestive health.

With four bears each.

Although the yogurt drinks that we know and love also contain good bacteria to aid in digestion, the amount of probiotics in them may not be not high enough to treat or prevent stomach problems such as diarrhea. And this is why the use of probiotics supplements such as the Erceflora ProbiBears is essential when the intestinal flora is out of balance. It can help regain that flora balance by fighting bad bacteria and other harmful microorganisms.

Nutritional value of Erceflora Probi Bears.

These chewable tablets are suitable for kids 3 years old and above. The recommended dose is one tablet a day, but the bears taste so good that your kids might ask for more, lol. Yue says they taste like Oreo cookies, but to me they taste more like the classic Nestle White Chocolate. (I had to try it for myself, of course!)

I deformed my bear, sorry! Apparently, they have to be stored in the freezer prior to consumption.

Erceflora ProbiBears are available at Mercury Drug and South Star Drug branches nationwide, and retail for Php 540 (around $10) per box of 20s - that's like Php 27 ($0.50) per bear. A bit pricey compared to a bottle of yogurt drink, but at least you're getting a chock-full of probiotics with just one dose.

Thank you, Erceflora and First Tier Brands!

Many thanks to our friends at Erceflora and First Tier Brands for sending these over! Yue's tummy has been responding positively since he started taking them. He has been pooping regularly, with no complaints of flatulence and constipation. He says he doesn't feel bloated either, even after a heavy meal - and believe me, this kid always eats a lot!

No more rumbly in the tumbly!

Popping one bear after breakfast is now part of his morning routine, and we'll make sure to bring these along whenever we travel. :)

Spotlight | Nutri 10 Plus Syrup.

I'm a bit OC (obsessive compulsive) when it comes to traveling, especially the packing part. I usually start packing a week or two prior to my trip and with a checklist at hand - because I want to be sure that I don't miss out anything that we need for our trip.

We'll be traveling again in a few weeks' time, and I've already begun this whole packing process. I've listed down all the things that I need to pack, sorted out which clothes to bring, bought the food stuff that I will be giving away as 'pasalubong' to my friends abroad, and most important of all, prepared our medicine kit which includes our good ol' nebulizer (can't leave home without it!), medicines for cough, colds, fever, and asthma, and of course, my son's vitamins.

Thank you, Wert Philippines!

I had the privilege of receiving these bottles of Nutri 10 Plus from Wert Philippines; they were delivered a few weeks back and I'll be bringing along a bottle or two, just enough for our month-long trip.

Nutri 10 Plus multivitamins.

Prior to this, Yue had been taking a different brand of multivitamins for years. Although I had no qualms about switching brands, I did check the nutritional composition of Nutri 10 Plus before giving Yue his first dose.

Nutritional Information (click to zoom).

Good thing this product has everything a growing child needs. First of all, it has Chlorella Growth Factor (CGF), which I'm very particular about. CGF, a complex substance from Chlorella extract, accelerates cellular regeneration and helps as a growth enhancer. I want Yue to achieve his maximum height potential, ergo I want him to be taller than me or his Dad as he grows older. 

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It also has taurine, which aids in brain development and enhances memory and mental clarity; lysine, which helps improve appetite; and zinc, an essential element in regulating the body's immune system. In addition, Nutri 10 Plus also contains all the essential vitamins such as A, B-complex, C, and D3. 

Ingredients, usage instructions, and other product details.

Yue has been taking this for almost three weeks now - 2.5 mL daily after breakfast - and I've seen a lot of improvement in his appetite. He is constantly hungry, which is a good thing for a kid his age. He eats a whole lot more after his karate training, which now happens twice a week. And despite this hot and humid weather, Yue has not had a cough or a cold - thank goodness!

Like Nutri 10 Plus on Facebook! :)

Nutri 10 Plus Syrup is sold in 120 mL and 250 mL bottles, priced at Php 180 and Php 310, respectively. For babies, they have Nutri 10 Plus Drops sold in 30 mL bottles for Php 125. These can be bought at Mercury Drug outlets nationwide.

Nutri 10 Plus + Dayzinc.

For best results, take Nutri 10 Plus in conjunction with Dayzinc, a non-acidic Vitamin C supplement with zinc. Also available at all Mercury Drug outlets, Dayzinc is priced at Php 110 for 30 mL drops, Php 125 for a 120 mL bottle, and Php 240 for a 250 mL bottle.

To know more about Nutri 10 Plus, follow them on Facebook.

Now back to packing! :)

#GivingIsBeautiful with NeoCell.

NeoCell has launched its annual fall campaign to raise money for Vitamin Angels, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing lifesaving and life-changing vitamins to children and mothers in need. From October 1 through December 31, NeoCell will donate 25 cents to Vitamin Angels for every product that it ships.

Last year, the same campaign raised $192,000 for Vitamin Angels - that's enough money to help more than 770,000 children. Over the past three years, NeoCell has collectively helped more than a million children through its partnership with Vitamin Angels.

Helping children in need.

"Partnering with Vitamin Angels has become a very important part of what we do as a company," said Jessica Mulligan, NeoCell Vice-President of Sales & Marketing. "Seeing the very real difference that NeoCell's contributions are making in the lives of children in need was one of the best experiences of my life."

 Mulligan met some of the children helped by Vitamin Angels by going with the group to observe vitamin distributions in Peru. They provided life-changing multivitamins to children living in villages as high as 14,000 feet, where little food can be grown.

According to Vitamin Angels, 45% of all child deaths worldwide are caused by undernutrition; that's more than a million innocent lives lost. Millions more will never reach their full physical or mental potential. Many of these children can be saved or their lives dramatically changed through improved nutrition. For just a quarter, Vitamin Angels can provide a young child with two doses of vitamin A - all a growing child needs for an entire year.

#GivingisBeautiful.

"Our friends at NeoCell know the true meaning of beauty," said Howard Schiffer, Vitamin Angels founder and president. "Their wholehearted commitment to our cause is helping those children and moms who are most in need to shine."

During the fall campaign, NeoCell products will have special Vitamin Angels neck tags, and display materials are being made available to retailers. People are urged to help spread the word about the campaign through social media by using the hashtags #GivingIsBeautiful and #NeoCellGiving.

NeoCell is a leading manufacturer of nutritional supplements and the #1 collagen brand. The company's Beauty Bursts, Biotin Bursts, Beauty Infusion, Collagen+C Tablets, Super Collagen Powder, Collagen+C Pomegranate Liquid, Collagen Beauty Builder, Keratin Hair Volumizer, Collagen Sport, Resveratrol Antioxidant and other products are designed to improve health, beauty and wellness - naturally. 

Spotlight | NeoCell Keratin Hair Volumizer.

Just like the skin, the hair also goes through certain changes as we age. These changes often develop gradually, and can be quite shocking when finally noticed.

One of these frightening changes is thinning hair. This can eventually lead to hair loss, although in most cases, hair loss is usually minor.  However, for women, losing their locks is actually more stressful and traumatic than merely seeing their hair turn gray.

Hair loss is usually attributed to low thyroid function, which is a common occurrence for women experiencing menopause. However, there are other factors that can contribute to hair loss, such as the fluctuations in hormone levels of women, and the emotional and physical stress brought about by getting older. In addition, the growth rate of the hair slows down as we age, meaning that when hairs are shed, they are more slowly replaced.

As if that dilemma is not enough, our hair also goes through changes in texture and overall condition. What once was soft, shiny, and bouncy eventually becomes dry, coarse, and brittle than before.

This is partly because the body’s production of sebum, a naturally-created lubricant of the skin and hair, slows down. Sebum production is estimated to decrease by 10% for every decade we live. As a result, the hair loses its elasticity.

This is where the Keratin Hair Volumizer comes in. Manufactured by NeoCell, this health supplement is a nutraceutical solution to dry, brittle, and thinning hair. It contains clinically-proven, all-natural ingredients to enhance hair strength and reduce hair loss.

NeoCell Keratin Hair Volumizer.

The NeoCell promise.

The key ingredients are the following:

Supplement facts.

Cynatine HNS Solubilized Keratin. A form of keratin that is easily absorbed by the body, and clinically-proven to increase hair luster and improve hair strength.

Hydrolyzed Super Collagen. A structural component of hair, skin and nail health. Super Collagen™ is a rich source of glycine, proline, alanine and hydroxyproline, which are the main constituents of collagen in the hair.

Amla Extract. Known for its anti-aging properties, Amla provides high concentrations of Vitamin C and and has been revered for being a powerful antioxidant.

Vitamin C. Acts as an antioxidant,  Vitamin C is also an important part of optimal collagen formation.

The Keratin Hair Volumizer comes in capsule form, which are to be taken twice daily. Each bottle contains 60 capsules, enough for one-month consumption.

Tamper-sealed bottle.

Capsules.

I've been taking these capsules for two weeks now, together with the Beauty Bursts Collagen Chews that I've mentioned in my previous post. I wear my hair pretty short (as in a pixie cut), so I can't really assess if this product did 'volumize' my hair. However, I did notice a decrease in hair fall-out and an improvement in the texture and appearance of my hair.

If you're thinking of trying this product, you can purchase them at retail stores like GNC, Whole Foods, and Better Health. I believe they're being sold at $18 per bottle. Now if you're in the Philippines, you can purchase this at Power and Beauty, the official distributor of NeoCell products in the country.

Or you can just try your luck and join my ongoing giveaway. One of you, my friends and followers, will have the chance to try this Keratin Hair Volumizer and the Beauty Bursts Soft Collagen Chews for free! Big thanks to our friends at NeoCell! :)

Spotlight | NeoCell Beauty Bursts + Giveaway!

Women usually experience the first signs of aging once she hits her 30's. During this period, our body starts to lose its collagen, and the elastic fibers in our skin begin to crumble. As a result, fine lines and wrinkles start to appear, and sallow, sagging skin become apparent.

This is the reason why I'm taking better care of my skin now, more than ever. Sure, aging is inevitable, but I certainly do not want to look old and wrinkly. Not when I'm only 32!

I have a skincare regimen that goes beyond the usual cleanser, toner, moisturizer. This includes an eye cream, a serum, a sleeping pack (which I use at least twice a week), a pore clay mask (which I use during weekends), and special mask sheets which I use as needed. And just recently, I've even added collagen supplements to my skincare routine.

Beauty Bursts from Neocell.

While most collagen supplements are either pills or lotions, Beauty Bursts come in a chewable, candy form. (Think Starbursts or Frutella.) They come in two different flavors, too - Fresh Mint Chocolate and Super Fruit Punch.

Check the label! :)

Manufactured by NeoCell - now the number 1 collagen brand in the world, these gourmet soft chews contain Collagen Type 1 and 3 (for firm, smooth skin, and strong hair and nails), Hyaluronic Acid (for skin hydration and renewal), and Vitamin C (which acts as collagen enhancer). These chews are made with an all-natural formula, and do not contain gluten, soy, palm oil, or artificial flavors.

Nutritional information.

One pack of Beauty Bursts contains 60 soft chews. That's good for one-month consumption, since the suggested intake is 2 chews per day. However, these chews taste so good, you'd be tempted to exceed the recommended dose. Lol.

2 chews = 2000 mg collagen.

Yum!

I've been taking these chews for a little over two weeks now. In that short period of time, I noticed the fine lines under my eyes slowly diminishing, while my cheeks look plumper than the usual. And to think the stress of the past two weeks (i.e. my son and I both got sick, plus tons of school activities now that the academic year is about to end) should have ultimately taken toll on my skin! Also, in the span of two weeks, I've clipped my nails about three times. Meaning, my nails grew surprisingly fast - because on the average, I clip my nails every other week.

Now if you're thinking of adding collagen to your own skincare regimen, these Beauty Bursts are a good (and yummy) way to start. They sell for about $17 a pack, and can bought at retail stores such as GNC, Whole Foods, and Better Health.

Here in the Philippines, NeoCell products are distributed by Power and Beauty. You can purchase the Beauty Bursts through their online store, or you can visit their shop located at Trinoma Ayala Mall, Level 1. Each bag is sold at Php 1200.

One of my readers, however, will have the chance to try the Beauty Bursts for free. Yes, free!
Our friends from NeoCell will be giving away one pack of Beauty Bursts plus a bottle of Keratin Hair Volumizer (will talk more about this product in a separate post) to one of my loyal followers!

Keratin Hair Volumizer.

As always, this giveaway will be done via Rafflecopter. All of the mandatory tasks should be completed for your entries to be valid. You can earn more entries by completing the optional tasks. That simple. :)
Giveaway runs until April 15th, and is open worldwide.

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