Digestic by Mimonis Review- A 100% Natural Herbal Remedy.

DIGESTIVE DETOX:

Non habit-forming Digestic relieves constipation and boosts overall digestive health naturally

It’s a topic that’s largely missing from the national health conversation.  But constipation can be just as uncomfortable and disruptive to daily life as more talked about issues like headaches, congestion and insomnia.  And it’s practically as common, as constipation affects over 80 million Americans.

Left untreated – or unsuccessfully treated – constipation can become chronic, magnifying the accompanying bloating, pain and generalized discomfort.  Enter Digestic, an all-natural herbal supplement formulated to ease digestion, regulate metabolism, relieve the symptoms of constipation, and most importantly help strengthen and support the digestive system.  Digestic’s proprietary formula is non-habit forming and uses five key all-natural, organic plants and herbs sourced from the globe’s finest purveyors.  These are carefully cultivated, then picked and processed at their peak to maximize their efficacy.

Digestic is manufactured by Mimonis, Inc., a Hackensack, New Jersey-based family-owned business dedicated to studying colon health and developing natural, alternative solutions.   The formula draws upon years of research, incorporating both modern science and ancient remedies that blend herbs and plants known to help digestion and detoxification.

“Digestic provides immediate relief from constipation, gas and bloating, but unlike a laxative, it is not just a Bandaid solution,” says Dr. Joe Raphael, an integrative lifestyle medicine specialist and consultant to Mimonis.  “It works to restore equilibrium to the intestinal eco-system, instead of merely cleaning it out.   As such, it is a powerful integrative lifestyle solution and an alternative to habit-forming laxatives and prescription medications.”

Following are the active ingredients featured in Digestic:

• ·         PAPAYA is rich in vitamin A, C, E, and K, and a good fiber source. It is also filled with digestive enzymes that help break down waste and reduce inflammation.
• ·         FENNEL is naturally high in fiber but also contains essential oils that help digestion, break down gastric juices and aid in the excretion of the stool.
• ·         ALOE works as a lubricant to help stimulate bowel movements, and also fights free radicals, which cause inflammation.
• ·         TREE WORMWOOD is a Mediterranean medicinal plant proven to relieve constipation, indigestion and related pain, heartburn and flatulence.
• ·         CARDAMOM is rich in many vitamins, as well as manganese.  It has antioxidant properties that help promote digestive health.

Digestic is gluten-free, vegan, non GMO, certified kosher and uses only organic ingredients.  Users should begin by taking two capsules daily, with dinner.  If needed, dosage may be increased by adding two capsules before breakfast and or lunch. Daily dosage should not exceed six capsules.

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My Thoughts:

I've always been intrigued by herbal remedies. Even in college, I've taken courses to see how they affect the human body. With detoxes becoming popular in the health and wellness world, I was interested in giving Digestic a try. After doing my research, I saw that there was nothing but herbs in the supplement. Some of the ones included I've even used before. My mom decided to try this detox with me as well. I was excited to have a girl's health pampering with her! 

The supplement arrived in an adorable bag with information pamphlets attached. My mom and I also made sure to read the back of the bottle as well to see the serving size and ingredients. We saw that the regular serving size was two. The amounts per serving size were: Fennel- 282 mg, Papaya- 235 mg, Tree Wormwood- 141 mg, Cardamom- 141 mg, and Aloe- 141 mg. After finishing up, mom and I decided it give it a try. 

I can honestly say her and I both felt a difference after our first dose of Digestic. It's recommended that people who do not have severe irregularity or negative digestive symptoms should start out slow. I decided to stick to one before moving on to two. After taking only one supplement, I actually felt my stomach muscles contracting. It was the oddest feeling, but it was also pretty cool!

There was a decrease in my normal bloating and I also felt lighter right away. I did not need to take Digestic every day to continue seeing a difference. If I did feel a little extra bloated, I only needed one to help with that. My mom needed to take a couple a day, but she was just as pleased with her results as I was. This was a wonderful cleanse for us!

What I love about Digestic is that there are no additives like many supplements on the market. The only other ingredient besides herbs is the veggie capsule the herbs are kept in, making this nonaddictive. They're soft and easy and swallow. What is also wonderful is that Digestic is non-GMO, organic, vegan, kosher and gluten free. From being able to do this test with my mom, I can say that it is important to start Digestic out slow, learning what works best for your body. I personally only needed one to see results, while my mom took the normal serving size. What works best for one may not work best for another, so take your time learning how much or how little works for you!

Overall, I would highly recommend this to anyone looking to do a safe cleanse and/or naturally help their digestive health.    

Gaia Collective MoonBox - Ritual in a Box #moonboxcOMmunity #Discount Code

I have always considered myself a daughter of the moon, so when I heard about the Gaia Collective MoonBox, I knew it would be the perfect subscription box for me. I tried it out a few months ago, and loved it then, Now, they've added even more goodies to their package. Every month, just in time for the full moon, they send an amazing assortment of oils, beautiful gemstones, herbs and even a guided meditations to help you celebrate this powerful time of the month.

One of the things I loved right away about this box is that they use real moss as packaging. Can you get any greener than that?  We are actually using ours it my daughter's fairy house, so it's getting even more use.  Of course, the gifts inside the MoonBox were just as spectacular.  This month, the Full Moon was in Virgo. Virgo is grounded by the element of Earth while being ruled by the intellectual, communicative, and speedy planet. The items in the box are designed to work with this energy, to help you with motivation. Here are the items that were included in the package:

This beautiful Moon Card is a great focal point for meditations. You are receive detailed information of the crystals included in the box and instructions on how to create your sacred space. 

Tea- A special blend of herbs specifically designed to work with the Virgo Moon energies. 

Gemstone Pendant- a lovely opal carved into a perfect oval and  wrapped with silver wire.

Full Moon Oil - This delightful oil is made using fresh herbs and natural essential oils. It's 100% organic and smells amazing.

Purify Peridot Gemstone Essence - Add a few drops to your water or topically to purify and energize your body.

A Succulent Clipping- This little cactus clipping will bloom along with your motivation. It comes in an adorable little jar but can be transplanted as it grows.

Crystals- This month's package included three different crystals in a gossamer bag. This month's stone include a quartz point for magnify your intentions, Peridot to enhance relationships, and labradorite to help connect with our dreams.

Along with all these magical supplies, you also receive a powerful guided meditation that comes to your inbox, along with detailed instructions on how each item can be cleansed and used for your ritual purposes.   This whole package is more than just a set of fun New Age products. It's an actual deep and meaningful ritual experience that works with the current energies of the moon.  The Gaia Collective Moonbox is designed to help you live an awakened and conscious lifestyle were  you are in tune with mother earth. 

I absolutely adore the Gaia Collection MoonBox.  It's a wonderful way to embrace the full moon and the sacredness of mother earth.  To learn more about the Gaia Collective or to start a subscription of your own, be sure to visit their website or follow them via social media.

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New Age Mama readers are being offered an exclusive discount. Simply enter the code VIRGOLOVE to receive 20% off the first month of MoonBox or Moon Gift. This offer is valid through March 20th. 

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Click & Grow Smart Herb Garden

Growing fresh herbs, fruits and veggies has never been easier. Click & Grow makes this compact, automated indoor technology that takes the guesswork out of gardening. This high-tech grower let you grow fresh basil, thyme, chili peppers and many other plants indoors in a compact space and with no harmful pesticides. Click & Grow products use 95% less water than traditional gardening and give you access to hyperlocal foods anytime of the year right at your kitchen counter.

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My Thoughts 

If you've always wanted to grow an herb garden, but didn't think you had the knowledge or the time, the Click & Grow Smart Herb Garden could be just what you're looking for. This quick and convenient garden system will have you growing lush herbs in no time at all.

Using the Click and Grow Smart Herb Garden is easy. You can have it set up in just a few simple steps. Each set comes with three herbs. Mine were basil, thyme, and lemon balm.  All you have to do is install the cartridges in the dome and add water to the tank. It even comes with tags to name them. Once it's all set up, you plug in the LED light. Then you can just let it go. The lights and water do all the work for you. If the water needs to be replenished, the light starts blinking, so you don't even need to worry about monitoring that.

I was really impressed with the Click & Grow Herb Garden.  Within days, I saw a few little buds poking out, and I'm excited to see how big they get. I've always been an utter failure at gardening, but this system makes it easy and fun to grow your own herbs. 

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Summer Kickoff: Fruit & Herb Popsicles from Litehouse Instantly Fresh Herbs - #Giveaway

There’s nothing as refreshing on a warm summer day as a Popsicle.  Luckily, these delicious frozen treats have evolved from the sticky, sweetness on a stick the ice cream man used to deliver.  The latest treats are easy to make at home and blend fresh fruit with culinary herbs for mouthwatering flavor combinations like:
 

·        Pineapple-Coconut-Ginger

·        Mango-Strawberry-Lemongrass

·        Black Cherry-Blackberry

·        Watermelon-Basil 

Check out these recipes for Fruit & Herb popsicles  from Litehouse Foods, which use Instantly Fresh Herbs, freeze-dried fresh herbs, with no additives and lots of flavor - just like fresh, but they last much longer.

Fruit & Herb Pops” are blended fruit chunks or sugar-free fruit juice combined with easy-to-make herb syrup from low-glycemic agave nectar and Litehouse Instantly Fresh Ginger, Lemongrass, or Basil.

Ingredients:

For Pineapple-Coconut-Ginger Pops
1/3-cup water
2 tsp. Instantly Fresh Ginger (use one tsp. for a milder ginger flavor)
1-1/2 Tbsp. blue agave nectar (an all-natural, low glycemic sweetener)
1 cup pineapple-coconut juice, unsweetened
1 kiwi, sliced thinly

For Mango-Strawberry-Lemongrass Pops
1/3-cup water
2 tsp. Instantly Fresh Lemon Grass
1-1/2 Tbsp. blue agave nectar
1 cup mango juice, unsweetened
4 large strawberries, sliced thinly

For Black Cherry-Blackberry Pops
1/3-cup water
2 tsp. Instantly Fresh Lemon Grass
1-1/2 Tbsp. blue agave nectar
1 cup mango juice, unsweetened
5 large blackberries, halved

For Watermelon-Basil Pops
1/3-cup water
2 teaspoon Instantly Fresh Basil
1-1/2 tablespoon blue agave nectar
4 cups seedless watermelon, cut into chunks

Directions:

1.    Mix water and ginger, lemongrass, or basil in a 1-qt saucepan. Add agave nectar and bring to a simmer. Allow the ingredients to reduce for two-three minutes. Put ingredients aside until saucepan cools to room temperature, then pour syrup through a strainer to remove herbs. (Note, when using basil, smaller bits of the herb may remain.)
2.    Pour juice into bowl with spout or (if making watermelon pops), blend fruit until pureed. (Note: no blender is needed for pops made with fruit juice.)
3.    Add syrup to blender with watermelon puree and blend for a few more seconds. If making juice pops, pour syrup into bowl with juice and stir.
4.    Pour fruit puree or juice into 10 3-oz ice pop compartments and leave ½ inch of space at the top. Add 1 or two slices or pieces of fruit to each compartment and put popsicle sticks and lid (if included) in place.
5.    Place pops in freezer and freeze for 2-4 hours or until contents have frozen solid.

My Thoughts

I grow many of my own herbs, but right now my crop is just beginning to sprout and isn't quite ready to be picked yet. I've often used dried herbs as an alternative, but it was never as good as fresh herbs. I've heard freeze dried herbs were a better option, but I'd never had a chance to try them before. Litehouse Instantly Fresh Herbs are as fresh and their name implies. I used them for a few different recipes, and they were so delicious, they could've come straight from my own garden.

The first thing  I tried with my Litehouse herbs was the watermelon basil popsicle.  Making this is a simple and a fun summer activity. It's a delicious and healthy snack kids and adults can both enjoy. I never considered adding basil to watermelon, but the combination is actually incredibly refreshing. The addition of the basil keeps it from being overly sweet and really wakes up your taste buds.

Even though its almost summer, the nights have still been chilly here at the Jersey Shore, so I decided to  try making some herbal tea as well. I love loose leaf tea made from fresh or dried herbs, and often mix my own. I used the Litehouse Instantly Fresh Lemongrass and Mint to create a nice, light tea. All you need are two teaspoons of each which can be added to a diffuser or loose leaf tea bag.   Add boiling water, and let it sit for 5-10 minutes and you're good to go.

This tea turned out perfectly with my Litehouse herbs. While I do grow some mint, Lemongrass is one herb I always fail miserably at, so I've never had it fresh. I could really taste the difference. This was one of the best cups of tea I ever made. While I enjoyed this tea hot, the same blend is just as enjoyable iced. If you want it to be a little sweeter, just add a spoonful of honey.

These are only a few examples of the delicious creations you can enjoy with Litehouse Instantly Fresh Herbs. They are perfect for seasoning your meals and making teas.  Now that I've tried freeze dried, I don't think I'll ever be able to go back to old fashioned dried herbs again, and I've already been exploring the website to see what other blends I can add to my herb cabinet.

If you'd like to learn more about Litehouse and all the products they offer, be sure to visit their website or follow them via their social media.

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One lucky winner is going to receive a set of six Litehouse Instantly Fresh herbs including: Sage, Lemongrass, Mint, Ginger, Thyme and Basil. To enter, just fill in the Giveaway Tools form below. This giveaway will  6/16/15 and is open to the US only.  The winner will be notified via email and will have 48 hours to reply. Thanks again to Litehouse for offering this fantastic prize.

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Celebrate HalloWellness with Orange + Black Indian Spices - Halloween Gift Guide

ORGANIC INDIA was formed as a labor of love.They began working with farms in northern India to grow Tulsi ~ Holy Basil to create their signature product, Tulsi Tea. They now include other Indian herb specialties.

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Add a little more to your trick-or-treat this Halloween season, and turn your sweet-filled month into a HalloWellness one! This year, treat yourself, your family and friends to a orange and black festive pairing of Organic India's Turmeric and Chyawanprash.

Here are a few favorite Halloween concoctions to spice up your season:

Turmeric - This orange spice supports inflammation, digestion joints and radiant skin. Available in capsule and powder form, there's no need to look like a ghost this Halloween! Oh, and this is Doctor Oz. approved?

Chyawanprash - This 100% organic herbal jam is packed with 36 traditional Indian herbs + vitamin C, aiding in digestion, metabolism, memory and even skin complexion. It's deep black color will make even the simplest toast a bit more spooky :) 

Our Thoughts

Tumeric is as orange as can be in these capsules. I have only recently used tumeric in my own diet in the past year and a half. It has a taste unlike any other so I only add a dash here or there in certain dishes but I know it's full of healthy stuff for you so I want to eat it in higher quantities without burning my tastebuds out on it's taste. Tumeric Formula is the best solution to accomplish my goal. The label clearly states it's health benefits (blood and lymph system) and serving size. Of course, it's organic!

Chyawanprash looks like tar! It is not at all the consistency you think of when you hear the word jam, it really took me by surprise. The taste, however, is very interesting. It's being promoted around Halloween time, however it reminds me more of Christmas! There is this underlying spicy/cinnamon taste that I love in anything, so it makes this taste great. There is also a subtle flavor of black licorice, which is not my favorite at all, but mixed with the other tastes it blends really well. The best way I can describe it is the bubble gum from Willy Wonka and The Chocolate Factory, when Violet is eating the gum and it goes through different meals. Aside from the taste, it is Organic, and from a brand, Organic India, which I trust. I know that I am putting healthy food in my body when I eat this and it's filling too so you don't need a lot and it'll last a while.

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Reviewed by Jackie