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October 2014 BULU Health Subscription Box

With Turkey Day almost upon us and most of us dreaming of our annual Turkey Day Coma, I thought I'd mix it up and remind everyone that you don't have lose your health and fitness progress just because the biggest day of eating is upon us. Stay on track with a Bulu Box!

Things have been super busy, pretty much the state I live in lately, BUSY, in the province of No Time and the cross street called No Sleep Boulevard! So of course now that we are in November I am sharing my October box, yes it's been one of those months again!

Let's dive into this box in alphabetical order!

The October 2014 Bulu Box Included:

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Barlean's CoQ10 Swirl - I don't want to scare you just before the holidays butterflies, but with Heart Disease being the number one killer of women, heart health is something it's never to early to start thinking about! An ounce of prevention is certainly worth a pound of cure. Coenzyme Q10 (known on the streets as CoQ10) is found in every cell of the body, our bodies make it and our cells use it to produce energy. The energy our bodies need for cell growth and it also functions as an antioxidant which protects the body from cell damage. You can find it in a variety of foods like organ meats such as heart, liver and kidney as well as beef, soy oil, sardines, mackerel and peanuts. It is said to help fight heart failure, cancer, muscular dystrophy as well as periodontal disease. It helps boost energy and speed recovery from excercise. I'm a strong believer in using supplements to fill in gaps in the diet, and the sample size I received was literally perfect, I kept it in my purse and added it to water, easy peasy!



Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - BiPro Whey Protein Isolate - BiPro is one of the purest whey protein isolates available worldwide and is used by Olympic Athletes World-Wide and contains NO protein blends or unwanted ingredients. It does contain all of the essential amino acids and is rich in branched chain amino acids (BCAAs) which are metabolized directly into muscle tissue and is currently available in Unflavored (perfect to mix into your own favorite recipe or in skim milk) as well as Chocolate and French Vanilla.




Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - nuviaCafe - Healthy Coffee? Nuvia, the healthier cafe is a Sumatran Arabica coffee that is infused with extracts of Ganoderma, ECGC, African Mango and Pomegranate; yielding a full-bodied and boldly flavor coffee that supports healthy energy (isn't that exactly what you want coffee to do in the morning anyway? Give you energy), supports immune health and also offers an appetite suppresant. That's quite a bill for a simple cup of joe don't you think?

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Sleepy Beans - As a lifelong insomniac anything that offers the promise of helping me drift off to sleep quickly and easily certainly gets my attention. I also thought the name was kinda cool too! Sleepy Beans have 3 ingredients for support of restful sleep, 5-HTP (this increases the body's level of serotonin), GABA which decreases neuron activity and stop nerve cells from over-firing (reduces your stress levels), and Melatonin which helps promote normal sleep patterns to help you establish more restful and relaxing sleep daily. I probably needed more than a sample packet to truly test its efficacy, I wish there had been a full size bottle of this one in the box that's for sure!



Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Smarty Pants Adult Complete + Fiber Multi + Omega 3 + Vitamin D - Bulu box never fails to delight me with these gummy adult vitamins, anything that helps making healthy choices more fun is a total winner in my book! (and OK I have a bit of a sweet tooth so these appeal to me on several levels!) This is a full multivitamin with OMEGA 3s (EPA & DHA), Vitamin D3, Vitamin B12 and soluble fiber. What it doesn't have? NO High Fructose Corn Syrup, Artificial Colors, Sweeteners, Flavors or Preservatives, and they offer both adult and kid versions! And if the health benefits and fun way to take it wasn't a sell? How about a good old fashioned chance to do good by supporting a brand whose mission is to 'Get Health Give Health' and they do so by being a supporter of Vitamin Angels, for every bottle of Vitamins you buy, they give to children in need. They also support Turn the Tide and Charity: Water. Ascending Butterfly has always supported brands that give back, and I am so glad that BULU Box included Smarty Pants in my October box!

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - WellFood Double Chocolate Paleo Cookies - While I personally am not on a strict Paleo diet, I know it's hard for those that are to find 'treats' to fit into their diet/lifestyle, these Double Chocolate Chip 'Cave' Cookies are dairy, gluten, grain and lactose free yet still rival the taste of the real thing! I still haven't changed my writing habits and still tend to write during graveyard hours which tends to make me peckish late at night (the worst time to be snacking) so these are great for me to have at my desk so I can avoid late night trips to the fridge as I write.



Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - YouTheory Turmeric Advanced - Turmeric which contains curcuminoids (a group of specialized antioxidants), is known to support healthy inflammation response, with 95% curcuminoids with a protective coating this dietary supplement offers immune support and is enhanced with a patented black pepper extract that increases and enhances the bio-availability of curcuminoids. I like to cook with Turmeric, it has quite a few medicinal properties including: natural antiseptic and antibacterial useful in disinfecting cuts and burns, it has been shown to prevent prostate cancer and stop the growth of existing cancer, may prevent melanoma and also stop existing melanoma cells, it is a natural liver detoxifier, can prevent and slow the progression of Alzheimer's by removing amyloyd plaque buildup in the brain, it is a natural painkiller that also aids in fat metabolism and helps in weight management and it has been shown to stop the growth of new blood vessels in tumors!

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DISCOUNT:

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Join the Bulugan Nation, Nab a box at a 50% discount by entering code:  BULUGAN707 - HERE!

MY TAKE:

This was a well-curated box with products that definitely resonated with me, I love my dietary supplements so the Multi-Vitamin Gummies by Smarty Pants was a hit, and the fact that they also give back a definite bonus, I did use the Turmeric right away as well, and of course the sleepy beans as sleep is something I don't get nearly enough of, and of course I would love to see more Chocolate Chip Cookies, treats are something that you can feel very deprived of when trying to change your diet, so getting healthier snack options each month is something I definitely look forward to.

Have you tried Bulu Box? If you have, do you have a favorite product that you learned about via Bulu? If you haven't tried them yet, which of the products in this box featured above would you most like to try?

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FTC Disclosure: A Bulu Box has been provided to Ascending Butterfly for Editorial Consideration. As always, all opinions are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission 16 CFR, Part 255 - Guides Concerning the use of endorsements and testimonials in advertising, you may check our Giveaway and Disclosure Page for additional information regarding Ascending Butterfly Disclosure.

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September 2014 Bulu Box

My October Bulu Box is on it's way and I realized I forgot to share my September Box! 

I have been super over-committed lately and this pace will probably just increase through the holidays so it's great I have Bulu Box to keep me going with great health, weight management and fitness products to keep me fueled for my busy life.

Let's dive into this box in alphabetical order!

The September 2014 Bulu Box Included:

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - KIND Healthy Grains Oat & Honey Toasted Coconut Bar - With a foundation of 5 super grains (oats, millet, quinoa, amaranth and buckwheat), gluten free oats that are sweetened with honey and toasted coconut flakes, these are chewy with a crunch! I for one love to have bars in my purse and desk, in case my public transportation commute runs into un-expected delays or I am in a rush and have to skip breakfast. Bars are always a great quick breakfast go-to for me.

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Manitoba Harvest HempPro 70 - This plant based hemp protein supplement packs 14g of protein, 2.7 g OMEGA 3 and 6, is water soluble and mixes easily into any drink or you can stir it into yogurt or hot cereal! As it has all essential amino acids it's a great complement to any vegan or vegetarian diet! Smoothie anyone?

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - NuHair For Women Styling Foam - A styling foam with a Natural Peptide Complex that can defend against hair follicle damage and graying hair, nourish hair follicles for fuller more beautiful hair and energize the hair follicles for healthy hair growth as well as revitalize hair texture to add shine? YES, PLEASE!!! Don't hate but I don't have Gray hair so I can't speak to whether or not that part is true because I don't have them, but I do have naturally thin hair so I love trying out thickeners and the foam application is truly easy, this product has no sulfates, parabens, petrolatum, mineral oil or phthalates but it does have Shea Butter, Grape Seed Extract, Chamomile, Sage, and Rosemary and is a DHT inhibtitor. As both men and women age their levels of DHT increase, and increased DHT levels lead to hair loss or thinning hair. As I use it longer I will report back on how well it works for thinning.

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Powbab Superfruit Chews - Powbab immunity boosting superfruit chews contain Baobab fruit pulp which is high in anti-oxidants (more so in fact than pomegranate, blueberry, acai, and cranberry!) and they are high in Vitamin C (more Vitamin C than kiwi, strawberry, orange or grapefruit) and contains 12 minerals and vitamins. This chew actually combines pomegranate and acai berry with Boabab - giving you a 'superfood' in a super portable chew. Again I love having immunity boosters in my bag or desk so I don't forget to do something good for myself each and everyday!

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - ClearLungs Chest Rub - All natural blend of aromatic oils and Chinese herbs to help sooth coughs and colds, relieve congestion and breath easier! It can also be used on muscles and joints to relieve minor aches and pain, Ridgecrest Chest Rub has been the #1 natural lung health product in the United States for almost 16 years. With winter swiftly approaching here in the North East I am going to need to stock up on this for sure!


Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Swirl Tea - Iced Green Tea in just 10 minutes with convenient stick packs that you just drop into a cold water bottle. Made with premium quality all natural green tea leaves and has no preservatives or artificial additives. Green Tea is a natural source of antioxidants and helps to combat free radicals which helps revitalize the body on a cellular level. (10 minutes for a light brew and 30 for a full-bodied flavor) - and did I tell you there is NO calories or sugar!

GET SOCIAL:

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Like Bulu Box on Facebook

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Follow @BuluBox via Twitter

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Get with the pin program via Pinterest too

DISCOUNT:

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Join the Bulugan Nation, Nab a box at a 50% discount by entering code:  BULUGAN707 - or pressing on the banner ad below directly!

MY TAKE:

This was an excellent box and I am looking forward to seeing how the styling foam works for me over time!

Have you tried Bulu Box? If you have, do you have a favorite product that you learned about via Bulu? If you haven't tried them yet, which of the products in this box featured above would you most like to try?

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FTC Disclosure: No monetary compensation has been received. A Bulu Box has been provided to Ascending Butterfly for Editorial Consideration. As always, all opinions are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission 16 CFR, Part 255 - Guides Concerning the use of endorsements and testimonials in advertising, you may check our Giveaway and Disclosure Page for additional information regarding Ascending Butterfly Disclosure.

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While the lovely folks at Bulu Box are very much on schedule, I of course am not! I am about a box behind, so this month you will see two Bulu reviews instead of one so I can catch up.

With August being a flurry of travel, events, conferences and always being on the Go, the products curated in this box were absolutely right on time!

The August 2014 Bulu Box was curated by Laryssa Didio, Celebrity Trainer, Fitness Expert and Developer of 'Strogation'. Strogation is a combination of Yoga, Meditation and Target Stretching. The 5, 15 or 20 minute program where Laryssa guides you through a stretching routine helps to ease aches, increase your flexibility and diffuse stress.  It also allows your body to detox which aids in speeding up weight loss results, increases energy, improves circulation, regulates digestion, reduces inflammation and allows the body to heal itself. (Stay tuned below for a discount code if you'd like to try this out for yourself!) - So I may be just a bit jelly as this is all stuff I was already doing, isn't this making you want to slap your forehead and say "DOH!" just like Homer Simpson?

Let's dive into this box!

The August 2014 Bulu Box Included:

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - NutriLux Bubble Vitamins - Who says vitamins have to stop being fun when you become an adult? I had to feature this first, as this product wins as my box favorite for this month just for the sheer fun factor. When it's FUN and still gets the job done you know it's a winning combination. And this is just EVERYTHING - A VITAMIN BUBBLE! YES PLEASE! You simply chew on a bubble (they recommend 3 times a day) and it's absorbed immediately into the body upon bursting, giving you max nutrient absorption in a truly fun, easy and portable way to remember to take your vitamins! The fact that they also help build strong hair, skin and nails with age-defying collagen, is the icing on the cake. SCORE! I will reach out to them directly and find out if they want to do something fun for Ascending Butterfly Readers as I just think these are the smartest things ever!

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Kratos Natural Beef Bar - To fuel muscle you need protein, these 100% lean beef bars contain 15g of protein, is low cal and gluten free. Great for post workout, also great to have in your desk for the 'mid-day hump' when you are feeling peckish and sluggish. I say stash a few everywhere, your purse, gym bag and desk!

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Forgiven - While I don't think drinking to excess is a great idea, it happens to the best of us, so in case you find yourself with a case of 'kissing the porcelain God' and a ton of regret, try Forgiven instead! They call it 'Hangover Absolution' but in a nutshell it fuels the metabolism to process alcohol and clears the harmful toxins so you can wake up refreshed, but please drink responsibly butterflies! If you or someone you love has a drinking problem, Reach out to Alcoholics Anonymous and get help! Remember:

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - EBOOST Energy Shot with Coconut Water Berry-Melon Flavor - With 74 seaweed derived trace minerals, vitamins, antioxidants, green tea and coffee bean extracts plus the power of coconut water, what's NOT to love? I tend to rely on Energy Boost enhancers during conferences as those tend to come with back to back days that are about 10-12 hours long. And I have been on a coconut water kick lately, so this definitely combines the best of both worlds!

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Simple Being Daily Personal Vitamin Gummies - More fun vitamin goodness, with these you will never have to have to deal with swallowing a large pill ever again! But don't think it's all fun and games butterflies, this little gummy bear gives you your daily dose of Vitamin D, B-6, and B-12 too!

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Dream Water - About 30 minutes before you turn in, take some dream water, brush your teeth, take a warm shower, put on some smooth jazz and then let the melatonin get to work on your internal clock and regulate your sleep cycle. They are definitely not new to me, I am a total insomniac, always have been and prefer a natural solution to a drug based one. In fact, on my last press trip on the Atlantic City Party Bus, we were handed slippers and Dream Water on the way off the bus, which totally made me smile. Dream Water and I are definitely good friends!

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Zestra - A botanical blend arousal oil that is applied topically, it increases arousal as well as offering a deeper more pleasurable experience overall. This was the Bonus Sample in the August Box.

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DISCOUNT:

I have two discounts for you this time Butterflies!

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Get 20% off "STROGATION" with Promo Code: STROGATION2014

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Join the Bulugan Nation, Nab a box at a 50% discount by entering code:  BULUGAN707 - or pressing on the banner ad below directly!

MY TAKE:

I really enjoyed this box, so far they have all been a hit. And the NutriLux Vitamin Bubbles were my pick as my favorite from this box!

Have you tried Bulu Box? If you have, do you have a favorite product that you learned about via Bulu? If you haven't tried them yet, which of the products in this box featured above would you most like to try?

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FTC Disclosure: No monetary compensation has been received. A Bulu Box has been provided to Ascending Butterfly for Editorial Consideration. As always, all opinions are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission 16 CFR, Part 255 - Guides Concerning the use of endorsements and testimonials in advertising, you may check our Giveaway and Disclosure Page for additional information regarding Ascending Butterfly Disclosure.

Don't fall into a #health rut - find new snacks & vitamins every month for 50% off @BuluBox use code: BULUGAN707

Ascending Butterfly has always been an empowerment community that advocates health and beauty from the INSIDE out, a big part of looking good and feeling confident is by feeling good on the inside, both mentally and physically.

Making wiser snack choices and adding supplements where your diet is currently failing you is a great way to boost your system, I recently became a Bulu Box Brand Ambassador to help me widen my health product brand choices and then share it all with my butterflies of course!

I know there is an insanely wide variety of Monthly Box Subscriptions Services out there, and trying to figure out which ones are the best for you isn't always an easy decision, but with Bulu they are curating a wide variety of vitamins, snacks and supplements so you don't have to, they do the leg work, and you just sit back, try it all and figure out what works best for you.

Do you have someone special in your life who is trying hard to make lifestyle changes? This box is a great way to give that person a month or a year of healthy and happy at a price that certainly beats what you currently pay to indulge a daily coffee habit! And the choices in this box are way better than a daily coffee habit that's for sure!

This Box Included:

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - The Good Bean - A Roasted Chickpeas snack!

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Quest Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Protein Bar - Gluten and Sugar Free Protein Bar, high in fiber and low in calories. Muscle Building Protein and great chocolate chip cookie dough taste, UM YES PLEASE!

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - RUNA Tea - The key ingredient in this tea is Guayusa (pronounced GHY-YOU-SA) is an amazonian super-leaf that balances caffeine with polyphenol antioxidants which provides you with clean and steady energy to make you feel "Runa" - fully alive.

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Shapeology Burn Blend - This is a dietary supplement that mimics the effect of a high metabolism, helping you to burn more calories and loose weight faster, in a liquid delivery system for even faster results.

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Garden of Life RAW Organic Protein - Can be used as a meal replacement or post workout drink, it is vegan, gluten, dairy and soy free!

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - BONUS SAMPLE: AdvanceMint Happy Hour - This mint replenishes the body with a formula of Vitamins, Minerals, Electrolytes and Anti-Oxidants to help your body offset the negative effects of alcohol. (and for my non-drinking butterflies, you may also want to have one of these on hand during a long flight, the dry air and jet lag is a very similar feeling to over-indulging in spirits, so this would be helpful for my frequent fliers as well!)

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DISCOUNT:

Want to join the Bulugan Nation? Nab it at a 50% discount by entering code:  BULUGAN707

MY TAKE:

I actively try to make the healthiest choices for myself on a daily basis, but like everyone else I have my bad habits too and I appreciate that Bulu Box is a great reminder to take better care of myself, try out supplements that are new to me and find products that help me to become a healthier and happier butterfly!

Have you tried Bulu Box? If you have, do you have a favorite product that you learned about via Bulu?

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FTC Disclosure: This is NOT a sponsored post, no monetary compensation has been received. A Bulu Box has been provided to Ascending Butterfly for Editorial Consideration. As always, all opinions are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission 16 CFR, Part 255 - Guides Concerning the use of endorsements and testimonials in advertising, you may check our Giveaway and Disclosure Page for additional information regarding Ascending Butterfly Disclosure.