Amazon.com: Trim Healthy Mama book - lowest price I've ever seen!

If you've been thinking about getting the fantastic Trim Healthy Mama book, now's the time! I've recently lost 35 pounds (and counting!  edit: I forgot I hadn't weighed in for a couple weeks - make that 42, in 5 1/2 months!) following this awesome plan and totally recommend it! The weight came off easily while eating delicious and healthy foods, and I'm finding it simple to work with our large family!

This is by far the cheapest I've ever seen it (though it's totally worth full price, IMO). Currently it's $33.37 and through today get 30% off any one book on Amazon! That will come out to just over $23 (plus it qualifies for FREE shipping on orders over $35)!

▪ To use this promotion, you must enter "HOLIDAY30" at checkout under the "Gift cards & promotional codes" section to receive 30% off any ONE (1) book purchased in your order (up to $10 promotional credit). Good through December 1, 2014 at 11:59pm PST.

Using the code on Trim Healthy Mama makes the most of the $10 discount, but you can use this code on any print books!

Java Chip Frappe Recipe (THM friendly! "S")

I found a couple recipes online for yummy blended coffee drinks that were sugar free, and Trim Healthy Mama friendly, so I whipped one up with a few modifications and was so thrilled with it I had to share!  It's healthy (won't spike my blood sugar and pack on pounds!), creamy, delicious -- I'm in!  This was such a treat!


Java Chip Frappe

1/2 c. almond milk
1/4 c. heavy cream
1/3 c. cold coffee*
2 1/2 T. sweetener (I used a combination of erythritol, xylitol, and Truvia)
1 T. cocoa powder (I used organic cacao powder)
1/2 t. xanthan gum (or 1/8 t. glucomannan)**
1/2 scoop protein powder
1 1/2 c. ice (approx. 18 ice cubes)
1 square of 85% dark chocolate, chopped (I used Ghiradelli 86% Midnight Reverie)

Optional topping: (I was too busy drinking it to bother making it pretty, lol)
whipped cream
sugar-free chocolate syrup
chopped/shaved chocolate

Blend all ingredients together in blender.  Add toppings if desired.  Serves 2.

Notes:
*I had leftover coffee to use up, but you could use water + instant coffee, or coffee ice cubes instead (if you use "coffee cubes", you may need to add some water or almond milk to thin it a little, depending on your preference - or your blenders' preference ;) ).

**The xanthan gum/gluccie is to thicken it, but it would taste just fine without it, only thinner.  Next time I'm going to try it with Great Lakes gelatin instead of the xanthan gum and protein powder because I love finding ways to get grass-fed gelatin into my diet (if you used gelatin and also subbed coconut milk for the cream, it would be allergen friendly).

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If you don't know what Trim Healthy Mama is, I highly recommend checking it out!  I've been following this delicious way of eating for almost 2 months, and I've lost about 20 pounds without even exercising! (*although I have now joined an exercise challenge group and taken on Jillian Michaels 30-Day Shred to get stronger and toned)

If you do follow Trim Healthy Mama, check out Jen's post about the Sweetener Sale they're having until September 15th, 2014!  I just happened to have those very packages in my "cart" when I found out about the sale - they'll be delivered any day and I'm so excited to try them!


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FREE Coconut Oil from Tropical Traditions! ($40 value!)

There's a great offer at Tropical Traditions right now!  Through July 6th, get a FREE 32oz jar of Organic Gold Label Virgin Coconut Oil ($40 value!) with any $12.99 purchase!
I've heard such wonderful things about their coconut oil, but haven't had a chance to try it yet!  They are known for being a fantastic source for quality coconut oil, as well as organic foods and healthy products. 

You can certainly buy something cheaper than I did, but I decided on the 5-gallon bucket of coconut oil for my purchase.  After shipping & the free quart, it works out to be like paying $3.82 for 16oz of amazing quality coconut oil!!  (**note: the 5-gallon sale price is only good through July 3rd though!)



*If you order by clicking on any of my links and have never ordered from Tropical Traditions in the past, you will receive a free book on Virgin Coconut Oil, and I will receive a discount coupon for referring you.
(thanks Kitchen Stewardship for the heads up!)

FREE Ebooks on Amazon! ($24 value!)

There are some great looking, and highly rated ebooks for FREE right now on Amazon!  6 different titles -- and two of them are box sets!

• If you don’t have a Kindle, you can just download a free reading app from Amazon which will allow you to read this on your PC, iPad, iPhone, blackberry, android, Mac and more!
• Prices change often.....if it's still FREE the price will be listed as $0.00

~ BOX SET #6: Body Butters For Beginners & Homemade Body Scrubs & Masks For Beginners

~ BOX SET #13: (5 books!) Superfoods That Kickstart Weight Loss + Essential Oils & Aromatherapy for Beginners + Body Butters for Beginners + Soap Making for Beginners

~ Paleo Diet Made Easy

~ Homemade Body Butter: 30 Body Butter Recipes for Nourished and Soft Skin Today

~ Oil Pulling Therapy For Beginners: Detoxify & Heal Your Mouth, Teeth, Gums & Body With Coconut Oil Through Natural Oil Pulling

~ Minimalism: How To Declutter, De-Stress And Simplify Your Life With Simple Living

11 FREE ebooks: Paleo for Beginners, Prayer Devotional, Frugal Living, Organic Pest Control, Weight Loss....

I found some great looking FREE ebooks on Amazon that I thought you all might like. They are all highly rated and relevant to what many of us are trying to do around this time of year...improve ourselves physically, spiritually, learn new things....

• If you don’t have a Kindle, you can just download a free reading app from Amazon which will allow you to read this on your PC, iPad, iPhone, blackberry, android, Mac and more!
• Prices change often.....if it's still FREE the price will be listed as $0.00

Frugal Living: Powerful Family Budget And Debt Management Plan Advice For Abundance And Debt Free Living

The 7-Day Prayer Warrior Experience (Free One-Week Devotional) by Stormie Omartian

Organic Pest Control: Organic Pesticides for Organic Gardening and How to Grow Clean and Healthy Food


Nutrition:

Paleo for Beginners - A Quick Start Guide to Better Health and Vitality with the Paleo Diet, Including a 7-Day Meal Plan and Delicious Paleo Recipes (Weight Loss, Dieting, Grain Free, Gluten Free)

Smoothie Recipes for Weight Loss - 30 Delicious Detox, Cleanse and Green Smoothie Diet Book

Inexpensive Holistic Nutrition - Develop The Ultimate Budget For Holistic Nutrition (holistic nutrition, budget, healthy eating)

40 Juicing Recipes For Weight Loss and Healthy Living

40 Days to Better Living -- Weight Management

40 Top Quinoa Recipes For Weight Loss



Children:
Boredom Busters! Stuff for kids to do when there's nothing to do

Number FOUR World Facts (Knowledge Book Series, Boosting Brain Power, Age 4-10)

**HOT** GREAT Deal on Coconut Oil at Vitacost!!

I have never seen a great quality coconut oil this cheap! I love coconut oil for just about everything - cooking, baking, soothing dry skin, homemade deodorant, putting in my coffee.....seriously - everything! And the health benefits are outstanding!

This is hands down the best deal I have ever seen on coconut oil!  Even the regular price is great, but right now (can't find an end date), get Vitacost Extra Virgin Certified Organic Coconut Oil (54 fl oz) is only $16.99!!  And if you spend $25 on Vitacost brand items, you get FREE shipping!  They have soo many items to get your order to $25 (or $30 to get $10 off, see below) -- many things I've been paying much more for at our local health food store!

This oil is certified organic, non-GMO coconut oil.  Cold pressed without the use of heat or chemicals, and packaged in BPA-free jars!

Here’s how to save even more:

• If you spend at least $25 on Vitacost brand products you get free shipping. (free shipping on everything else when your order is $49 or more)
• If you are a new customer with Vitacost, you can sign up through my referral link and receive a $10 certificate to spend on any order $30 or more.
• Use the "Set and Save" option to save an additional 10%!
• If you are a returning customer with Vitacost, use the code BEVITA6 to receive $5 off your order of Vitacost brand products!
• Check out their Free Samples (type into their search bar) to see what freebies they have available that can ship with your order
  

Zucchini Pancakes -- easy and healthy breakfast! (or lunch, dinner, snack...)

This weekend a new friend blessed us with a whole BIG bag of zucchini - 16 of them! They were fresh out of her moms garden, and I'm determined to use every bit and not let any go to waste!
(I'm especially thankful because we have a mystery pest in our own garden eating the leaves of all of our squash! ....and cucumbers ....and parsley)

I was going to whip up some zucchini fritters, but discovered just before breakfast that we had no eggs.....sooo, I went to Pinterest to find a "zucchini-breakfast-with-no-egg" recipe.  Not as easy as I thought, but I came across this recipe for Zucchini Pancakes and decided to try it -- SO glad I did!  I made just a few changes and they were fantastic!

They were a perfect texture - not too fluffy, not too dense, just right....and really filling!  They had just a hint of sweetness, and while we tried it with some butter and real maple syrup, the boys said they both preferred it without the syrup (yay)! It would be great to make a big batch, freeze the extra, and have on hand for a quick and easy breakfast when school starts.  They're perfect to grab on your way out the door.

It was just me and the boys at home this morning and they loved them!  Here are some quotes from breakfast....
Lucas (3), after taking one bite:  "Make again!" (which he then repeated every few bites from the highchair, lol)
Jacob (9): "Waaay better than normal pancakes."  "Those are the best pancakes I've ever had in. my. life."
Elijah (13 - and tough to impress): "Wow, those are really good."

Now that I've done my best to oversell them, lol, here's how to make your own...


Zucchini Pancakes (makes 24)

4 cups all purpose flour (I used non-GMO, unbleached, all-purpose)

4 tbsp sugar

4 tsp baking powder

2 tsp baking soda

2 tsp cinnamon

1 tsp nutmeg

1 tsp salt

4 cups milk (I used coconut milk because that's what was in the fridge, but you could use any other kind of milk -- and use a little more or less if you want to change the consistency)

4 tbsp coconut oil*

3 cups shredded zucchini (I shredded with my KitchenAid, then pushed it into a wire sieve to get rid of excess liquid. You could also squeeze it out with a kitchen towel or cheesecloth after shredding)

Mix together all the dry ingredients, then add the milk and coconut oil. Stir in the zucchini until combined.

Grease the pan/griddle (you could use a spray, but I used coconut oil, and my favorite pieces were the ones that got a little crispy on the edge from the oil) and heat over medium heat.  Drop by 1/4 cupfuls, then after about a minute (or when bubbles start forming around the edges), flip and cook other side.

*I used this coconut oil because it's what I have on hand, and because it's refined it has no coconut flavor, but still has the benefits of coconut oil.  This unrefined oil is one of my favorites though, and I think the hint of coconut would just be delicious with these!



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Amazon.com: Nature's Way Coconut Oil (organic and extra virgin) over 50% off + FREE Shipping!

Whoo hoo! I love great deals on coconut oil! Right now, get Nature's Way organic, extra virgin coconut oil for just $6.94 (16oz) delivered to your door when you choose Subscribe and Save!
*It's easy to cancel "Subscribe and Save" after your order ships if you no longer want to receive shipments).

From what I understand, this is one of the best quality coconut oils - and this one in particular has 5 stars!  I'm about to run out myself and need more! 
Remember that prices on Amazon can and do change quickly.

FREE ebook on Amazon.com: "It's Only Natural: 200 natural cleaning product recipes to have a green, healthy and allergy free home and garden."

Amazon is offering the "It's Only Natural: 200 natural cleaning product recipes to have a green, healthy and allergy free home and garden" e-book for Kindle for FREE! 

• If you don’t have a Kindle, you can just download a free reading app from Amazon which will allow you to read this on your PC, iPad, iPhone, blackberry, android, Mac and more!
• Prices change often.....if it's still FREE the price will be listed as $0.00

"By using natural cleaning products, not only will you be saving potentially hundreds of dollars each year but it is also an environmentally sound alternative to toxic, allergy producing house hold cleaning products. These cleaning recipes will not only leave your home and garden chemical free but are safe for children, pets, friendly for those who suffer from chemical allergies and ideal for those who just want to be more environmentally conscious."

Amazon.com: Ozeri Precision Digital Bath Scale $19.95 Shipped!

With so many of us starting the new year with resolutions of losing weight, or at least a goal of being healthy, this deal caught my eye.....Ozeri Precision II Digital Bath Scale for $19.95 shipped!  It has a 4.5 star rating (out of 328 reviews!), and is regularly $49.99.
*Shipping is normally $12.95, but for a limited time you get free shipping.

Ozeri Precision II Digital Bath Scale (440LB Edition) with Widescreen Blue Xbright LCD and Step-on Activation:

• Uses 4 high precision GX sensors that weigh up to 440 pounds (200 kilograms) in 0.2lb or 0.1kg increments.
•  Features a new widescreen LCD with xBright technology provides immediate and easy to read results.
• StepOn technology captures the precise weight measurements upon contact (no tapping required).
• Award-winning design features an oversized platform made of impact-resistant tempered glass, with a convenient unit Button to switch between lbs, kgs, and st.
• Auto-calibrated and automatically turns off to conserve battery life. Runs on 4 AAA batteries for better performance (batteries included).

FREE Vitamin Squeeze Water Enhancer with Mail-In Rebate ($5.99 value)!

Get FREE Vitamin Squeeze Water Enhancer with this mail-in rebate!  Just print off the form and follow the directions to get it free!  Good through 12/31/12.


(thanks Mojo Savings!)

FREE Advil Congestion + $2 Moneymaker!

Did you grab a paper today??  The RedPlum insert has a mail-in rebate for Advil Congestion, and if you use a coupon too, this can be FREE + a $2 MONEYMAKER!!
*the scenario is for Walmart simply for price, it can be purchased anywhere

     {{Deal Scenario ~ Walmart}}
Advil Congestion Relief - $5.98
- $2.00/1 Advil Congestion Facebook Coupon
Or use $1/1 Advil Congestion (RP 10/14)
Submit for $6 MIR from 10/14 RedPlum
= FREE + $2.00 money maker!

(thanks Centsless Deals! and I Heart the Mart for the photo!)

*HOT* FREE Full-Size Hunger Chews and SafSlim from GNC -- $60 Value!

Wow!  There's a HOT deal from GNC for FREE products - a $60 value!  I just ordered the free Hunger Chews online, and I used the coupon for SafSlim in the store and got both for free!

You can score a coupon for a FREE Full Sizes Bag of Hunger Chews ($29.99 Value) AND for a FREE 16oz SafSlim ($29.99 Value). Just fill out the form on the GNC Facebook page to get your coupon codes. First 20,000 only so act fast!

These coupon codes can be used ONLINE or in the store!!  The Hunger Chews qualify for FREE shipping with a ShopRunner account - sign up for a free 30-day trial here! (ShopRunner has saved me tons in shipping!)

FREE Ibuprofen at Target!

Head over to Target and get FREE Up & Up Ibuprofen with this printable coupon!

     {{Deal Scenario ~ Target}}
Up & Up Ibuprofen (24ct) - .99¢
- $1.00/1 Up & Up Pain Relief Item PRINTABLE Target Coupon
= FREE!

(thanks Adventures of a Couponista!)

FREE Up & Up Hydrogen Peroxide at Target!

I love when deals pop up just when you need them -- like this one since I just realized that I was out of hydrogen peroxide the other day!

Target just released a printable coupon for .75¢/1 Up & Up First Aid products that will get you hydrogen peroxide for FREE!  You will want to print this coupon now while it lasts.  This coupon also applies to other Up & Up products, but this is my favorite deal.

{photo credit: Totally Target}

     {{Deal Scenario ~ Target}}
Up & Up hydrogen peroxide (16oz) - .52¢
- .75¢/1 Up & Up first aid products printable Target coupon
= FREE!

I love hydrogen peroxide especially in the summer because it does a great job at removing blood from fabric and carpet (with all those inevitable boo-boos!), and also I just discovered (via Pinterest) that you can mix peroxide with baking soda to whiten toenails - which is so handy after using dark polish for all these flippy-floppy days!

(thanks Totally Target!)

FREE Tylenol Precise Heat Patch at Walmart!

Clearance deals vary by store, but this is one worth looking for!  (They've even been spotted for $2.50 -- so if you find that, they're a money maker!!)

     {{Deal Scenario ~ Walmart}}
Tylenol Precise Heat Patch for Arms, Neck and Legs – on clearance for $3  (reg. $6.27)

- $3/1 Precise product from Tylenol man. coupon (SS 5/6)
= FREE!


(thanks Mojo Savings!)

FREE eBook on Amazon.com: "52 Delicious and Healthy Superfood Breakfasts Under 300 Calories - Simple, Quick and No-Bake"!

Amazon is offering the "52 Delicious and Healthy Superfood Breakfasts Under 300 Calories - Simple, Quick and No-Bake!" e-book for Kindle for FREE!  I love the idea of starting out the day well, but often am short on ideas....I'm looking forward to some new fresh ideas in this ebook!  =)

• If you don’t have a Kindle, you can just download a free reading app from Amazon which will allow you to read this on your PC, iPad, iPhone, blackberry, android, Mac and more!
• Prices change often.....if it's still FREE the price will be listed as $0.00

(thanks Freebie Finding Mom!)

FREE Softcup Sample! (just pay shipping)

Have you heard of the Softcup?  It's an alternative to tampons and maybe this is TMI, but I love it!  I was already thinking about telling you about this product just because I like it that much!  But then I was thrilled to come across this FREE Softcup Sample to tell you about too!

*Edit:  Apparently the link I posted above was not for freebie sites to share.  Sorry about that!  It will still take you to their site though, and you can get a sample pack and only pay shipping.  That's still a great deal as my 2 have lasted me for a very long time!

I save so much by not having to buy tampons, I can wear it longer, and things are fresher.  You can read more about it and the benefits here.  They say they're disposable, but I reuse mine and have gotten tons of use out of just 2!

*You must be 13 years or older to participate in this sample.  While supplies last.  1 per household.  US only.  Allow 8-10 weeks for delivery.

FREE Neosporin 3-pack Essentials with Mail-in Rebate + $5 Moneymaker!

Buy a Neosporin Essentials Trial Pack by 3/26/12, and get your entire purchase price back, up to $15.00 with this mail-in rebate!   Time to get ready for the Summertime bumps and bruises.  =)

And, the form doesn't exclude using a coupon, so it could possibly be a moneymaker!  I'm not certain of the shelf price, but this is a sweet deal wherever you shop - Walgreens, Rite-Aid, CVS, Meijer.....tell us where you find it!

     {{Deal Scenario}}
Buy (1) Neosporin Essentials Trial 3-Pack up to $15
- Mail-in Rebate up to $15
Use one of these coupons:
- $5/1 Neosporin coupon
- $3/1 Neosporin coupon
- $3/1 Neosporin Essentials coupon (1/22 SS)
- $2/1 Neosporin Essentials coupon (3/18 SS)
- $1/1 Neosporin Product coupon (3/18 SS)
= FREE + possible $5 moneymaker!


(thanks The Krazy Coupon Lady!)

FREE Workout Music Downloads from Subway and Biggest Loser!

Looking for some free music for your workouts or just for fun on your MP3 player?  Sign up to get these 6 workout songs for FREE from Biggest Loser and Subway!

*'DJ got us fallin in love again' is one of my favorite songs in my Zumba class!  ;)

• “Forget You” by Cee Lo Green
• “Just a Dream” by Nelly
• “The Time (Dirty Bit)” by Back Eyed Peas
• “We R Who We R” by Ke$ha
• “DJ Got Us Fallin In Love Again” by Usher feat. Pitbull
• “What’s My Name” by Rihanna feat. Drake

*Limited time offer.  No purchase necessary.  Valid for one free digital download of 'The Biggest Loser and Subway workout mix'.  One per person.


(thanks Mojo Savings!)