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Judging by the plethora of probiotic packed supplements, foods (naturally blessed or added in), and skin care ingredients available-the good for you kind of gut bacteria-has surpassed being a trendy phenom-into a lifestyle must for a healthy GI ecosystem with potentially positive ramifications . One very interesting  company- COLUMBIA Skincare -has a  proprietary formula of vitamins/minerals/botanicals that composes its well respected Restorative Hydrating + Ultimate Skincare Repair creams -to encourage the healing abilities and overall health of the dermis. Recently launched--- is interesting-a  Probiotic  Concentrate  and Complex-that contains active probiotics ( Lactococcus Ferment Lysate – good bacteria  )  in a stable format, and other proven skin helping plant stem cells, peptides and vitamin C. Both can be used separately or layered -with the Concentrate going on first. We tried a sample-and both probiotic formulas are absorbed quickly-...

Plant based protein bars and powders have been popular for years now...as snacks+ A  happy outcome of a growing flavor favors abundance is that tastes/textures have greatly improved- with new brands on the market yet to be gobbled up by huge CPG companies . (observation not judgement). good! protein bars get major tastebud points for yummy-ness and chewy moist "soft and tasty" mouth feel- no need to down a glass of water afterwards. DELIVERS: 15 grams of protein (fava bean+brown rice sources) -220 calories per-non-GMO + soy/dairy free, vegan certified  and delicious . Favs= Choc. Mint and Lemon...sweetened just enough plus with 11 grams of fiber  these bars are real hunger solutions. Ideal for on the go eats-or post long distant endurance race (maybe with a beer or two :-)-with that good balance of protein/carbs needed to replenish. Bonus points-nice packaging. Available online and stores-in PA for now. New to us-but a best seller at MANY IRL+online outl...

It's Limited Edition seasoning season! Holiday Flavors of spicy cinnamon paired with that ultimate patch product-pumpkin ...adds flavorful aromatic hints to sweets, staples and life's liquid must, coffee . via GIPHY Tops Picks for Pumpkin Spice Spice Islands Gourmet Blends- Pumpkin Spice -aromatic fresh ground blend of comforting cinnamon, ginger, allspice, cloves, mace+nutmeg...add to dough destined for desserts, sprinkle a pinch on seasonal gourd vegetables or baked fruity slices or fillings...add atop frothy cappuccino or tempting vanilla ice cream= insta  sweet celebration.  GoGo squeeZ - delicious sweet applesauce in fab portable, shelf stable BPA free pouch-adds tiny hints-of cinnamon-y spice with apple/pumpkin goodness-a guaranteed children pleaser-that's also non-GMO certified,   gluten, nut, and dairy FREE  FYI-perfect for leaf peepers-take these along on autumnal hikes, pumpkin patch picking jaunts, or weekend lazy long bike rides...imo-an ideal...

ACTIVE EATS with SINGLE SIZE CONVENIENCE... Back in the day-sitdown meals ruled-but since middle school days-it seems real deal snacks,  on the go...are  waaay better suited to lifestyles now. NOTE: AND it's not just cereal anymore, our former,  easy to pour dinner entree--- via GIPHY BIG DEAL:  NYC Public Schools get points for dumping sugar loaded Kellogs' offerings- giving the over quarter of million breakfast eating-kids our fav USDA Organic-and traceable Back To the Roots ready to eat cereals instead -(pursuant to a student taste test TOO-yay). PART ONE: New eats-for food grab and goers...not just for kids... quick make P+Bs (or any f the new nut butters)...slather on Rudy's organic breads -in child friendly flavors...squishy in a good way -Soft White and Soft Wheat have textures like the 'other' brands without the junk AND with 24g of whole grains/serving, vegan+dairy free $4.29.

SUPPLEMENTS and HEALTHY FOODS-ESSENTIALS Yeah yeah yeah-we know what M. Jagger/K. Richards song is really about...but this is the second decade of the 21st century...and children of the 60s (and 70s, 80s, 90s) are embracing other mother's helpers as nowadays athletic age uppers want to maintain overall fitness and physiques. New: Supplements have mixed reviews these days -why brand names (and their reputations) are important imo. For endurance athletes who cannot eat all the nutrients their bodies need to maintain ...supplements are a given. From well-respected   Natrol -Skin, Hair & Nails -a very inclusive new offering (eta May 2016) containing Vitamin B's- 5000 mcg Biotin and 10 mg Lutein (found in the also pictured Biotin Plus)....PLUS collagen+hyaluronic acid (skin hydration/firmness aid), vitamins A, C, and E (protects against damaging free radicals), D B2, B6 and minerals copper+zinc, and ALA and horsetail supplement-bonus-one pill a day vs competition 2-3...