Use This, Not That: Toothpaste

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Do you brush your teeth every day?  Do you know what’s in your toothpaste? Are you a Colgate toothpaste user? If you answered yes, then it’s time to make a switch, and here’s why.

In your entire lifetime, you use an average of about 20 gallons of toothpaste, and each time you spit out the paste, there are a few bits that get absorbed into your bloodstream. In fact, your mouth is one of the most absorbent places in your whole body. So as you swish and brush in your mouth, the ingredients from the toothpaste get sucked into your mouth and gums.

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Moving? Tips to Stay Sane and Organized (I’m still trying to be both…)

How many times in your life have you had to pack your bags, load the cars and trucks, tape the boxes, and move? Some of us have moved more times than others, but the process is always the same—long and tedious—but the end result is so rewarding. New place, new beginnings!

If you’re moving or are planning to move in the near future, here are some moving tips that I believe may help you, as they did me, on your big day.

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Safe Sunscreen Is Your Summer and Life Essential

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Sunscreen, sunscreen and more sunscreen. Yes, I am crazy about sunscreen!

For those who know me probably know that I have skin cancer, so wearing sunscreen is a must for me!  All day, every day—no matter if you’re just out running errands, taking a walk outside, heading to the park with your kids, or going to the pool or the beach. Putting on sunscreen is second nature to me and my children—I don’t leave my house without it!

Now you may be saying to yourself, “I am all for sunscreen, but I just hate how it’s sticky and leaves white residue behind. Plus, it doesn’t work well under makeup.” If that’s your concern, then I have just the solution you’re looking for.

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