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I know for a fact that getting Canker sores is no fun at all and what I would have given for a product like Canker Cover to provide a quicker chance to heal and much need pain relief when I came down with my first one last year.

I was set several products to review from Quantum Health from their Oral Health Kit and was happy to see they had a natural health product substitute compared to others out on the market. I haven’t had the chance to test these products out personally, but I wanted to shed the light on them since I’ve really good things about them from other people.

The following products I was sent include:

• Lip Clear Lysine – Cold sore treatment. Contains lysine and tea tree oil. Ointment goes on clear.
• Canker Cover –  Oral canker sore patch. Forms a clear gel patch over the canker sore providing pain relief and treatment. Natural mint flavor.
• OraMoist – Dry mouth treatment. Time-released disc that adheres to the roof of your mouth to increase mouth moisture. Natural fruit flavor. Sugar-free. Alcohol-free.

Quantam Health offers a large variety of 100% natural over the counter health products including drugs, dietary supplements and personal care products such as the Outdoor Bug, Bite & Sting Protection Kit that caught my eye.

Their website is very easy to navigate and you’ll find lots of information in their Library which features various health articles on all sorts of conditions and ways to better care for your body.

Win it: How would you like win your very own Oral Health Kit from Quantum Health?

To Enter: Visit Quantum Health and let me know about another product that interest you!
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As a mother of a small child, it’s very important for me to keep anything that can be potentially dangerous from her.My daughter is currently 18 months old and let me tell you, she’s a real handful at times. You’ll often find her dancing on top of the kitchen tables, climbing up the dressers & bookshelves, and darting for the front door anytime it’s open, all of which keeps me on my toes most of the time.

Did I mention my daughter is very smart, she’s figured out door knobs, she knows how to open water bottles caps, and before I know she’ll be able to get into even more things. I really worry about her getting a hold of medication and this is more of a concern for me since she’s been on prescription drugs since she was about 1 week old.  She eagerly awaits her pills each morning and takes them happily. It would scare me to death if she got a hold of her prescription because as it’s part of her daily ritual, she would probably consume a very lethal amount because she treats her pills like candy.

It was a pretty scary realization when I learned that in a a recent report by the CDC, each year in the United States more than 71,000 children age 18 and younger are seen in emergency rooms for unintentional overdoses of prescription and over-the-counter drugs. It also reported that about 1 out of every 180 two-year-olds visits an emergency department for a medication overdose each year. I literally shudder at the thought.

I used to put medications in my bathroom cabinet. Yes, it was high up but the  medications were still not that hard for my daughter to get a hold of if she really wanted to get them. I needed a better solution to my troubles and was given just that when the opportunity to review the Medsafe was given to my family and I.

My Thoughts…

In an effort to help parents keep their meds safely secured and their children out of harm’s way, Michael Rebando, a Long Island locksmith of two decades developed an electronic lock-box called MedSafe.

This little safe is the perfect solution to keeping potentially dangerous drugs out of reach from my daughter.  It’s so very simple to set up too. How it works is you first decide which medications you’d like to store inside, set your password, and close the door. Four screws are included so if you want to mount this on the wall you can definitely do that too. It’s sleek design makes it look great in any bathroom as well.

Setting the passcode was very simple, and with over 19,500 changeable combinations it wasn’t too hard to come up with a code my husband and I would both remember. And if we ever want to change it again, we can do so quite easily by following the instructions given.

I love the fact that it has a digital lock but my only concern would be to make sure you have an extra set of batteries hanging around. This isn’t a huge issue to me if I am not able to get it open right away but I did notice that the manufacturer recommends an emergency supply of life saving medication be stored in a separate location. Especially if you or your child really needs their medication right away. I’m hoping perhaps they’ll improve on this design and have perhaps some sort of fail safe if it comes to that.

I’m currently storing my prescription drugs as well as some other infant medications and vitamins in my Medsafe. The items I’ve chosen to store are very desirable for my daughter. As you can see from the photos, the safe isn’t very large, it can approximately hold  about 15 prescription bottles, it works well for me but perhaps a larger model will be created in due time to hold taller pill containers.

I love companies that give back so it’s fantastic to know that a portion of each unit sold will support teen prescription drug abuse awareness programs through non-profits such as D.A.R.E.

Though I had just a few notable issues, I’m a big fan of the Medsafe and would highly recommend everyone I know to get one! As my mom would say, better safe than sorry especially with younger children as well as teens.

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MedSafe can be purchased “For A Limited Time Only” at the price of $39.95 plus $9.95 Shipping and Handling(Regularly $59.95). Visit www.helpsaveourkids.com to learn more or make a purchase..

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Thankfully with my daughter, I haven’t had to deal with too much sickness and the issues that come along with that like diarrhea. Thought it always seem like every time she gets new vaccinations and when she is teething, she gets an upset stomach which leads to some not so fun diaper rashes. I hate seeing my daughter in pain from her rashes, some are minimal but others have been to the point where I almost took her in to see the doctor.

I just learned about a product for kids and adults called Florastor that helps to prevent stomach issues from constipation to diarrhea and is excellent solution to prevent issue with the digestive system.

A little more information…

Florastor is suitable for all (infants 2 months of age to adults). It is a great tasting powder that can be mixed into beverages, including infant formula and soft foods like applesauce and yogurt.It is okay to take with antibiotics as it is natural yeast that works even when taken with antibiotics. Making sure you have the right number of “good microorganisms” may help reduce bloating and gas often caused by an imbalance of microorganisms.

Florastor maintains the balance of good microorganisms in the intestines. Keeps the gut functioning well. Promotes intestinal health. Protects good microorganisms in the intestines. Improves consistency of bowel movements.

Florastor can be used to help prevent and manage: Antibiotic-associated diarrhea (AAD). Acute gastroenteritis. Traveler’s diarrhea. Clostridium difficile (C. diff, which is a severe, possibly fatal infection of the colon that can occur after healthy microbiota are wiped out by the use of strong antibiotics, allowing a pathogenic bacteria to thrive; currently being seen more often, as C. diff is on the rise).

History:Number-One Probiotic Worldwide: Florastor probiotic supplements have been clinically tested and sold internationally for more than 50 years. The active ingredient in Florastor Kids is mentioned by the World Health Organization for the management of C. diff-associated diarrhea (Saccharomyces boulardii: a valuable adjunct in recurrent Clostridium difficile disease (1995) WHO Drug Information; 9; (1); 15-16). Florastor Kids is now available at most national chain pharmacies throughout the U.S. at numerous retail outlets.

Available: Florastor Kids is available in a box of 10 powder packets for a suggested price of $12.95 and in a box of 20 powder packets for a suggested price of $21.95. The adult version which are available in capsules are $9.95 for a box of ten.

Where to Buy: Florastor is available in most retail chain pharmacies, and at independent pharmacies.

I would definitely recommend giving this product a try if you are looking for a safe natural substitute in maintaining healthy intestinal function .

Disclaimer: I was sent samples of Florastor to review. This review is 100% my opinion and has not been edited or reviewed by anyone. I was not compensated in any other way for this product review.