The BLT, the Sub, PB&J…

SANDWICHES have always gotten such a good rap. Even a cheese sandwich takes the …bread(?). There’s one kind of sandwich which is not as heavily desired but becoming more and more common. It’s the Sandwich Generation (…the Club Sandwich, the Open-Faced Sandwich). With the growing number of Prime Time Parents (parenting after 35+) there’s a rise in members of this “Sandwich Generation”. What is the Sandwich Generation? Often referred to as the generation caught between two others, The Sandwich Generation is the group of people caring for children as well as their aging parents. There are various factors that contribute to the growth of the Sandwich Generation. The first we mentioned was women having children later in life. Another, the older generations are living longer. Statistics are showing that over 80 year olds are the fastest growing population. That means there are more elder folks to take care of, for an extended period of time. This can put the squeeze on the caregiver who must spend their resources (money, time, energy) on both their children and parents. This pressure leads to health problems for the caregivers themselves. The Christian Companion Senior Care and Presto Services Inc. commissioned a study that found that “Sandwichers”… 53% feel forced to choose between caring for their children or caring for their parents at least once a week. 20% feel they must choose to care for one or the other EVERY DAY OF THE WEEK. 40% believe that their parents did a better job of balancing multi-generational caregiving than they do. Are you a caregiver? Are you a Sandwich Generation caregiver? Perhaps you’re stuggling with some of the pressures, stress and responsibilities of being a Sandwich Generation caregiver. Please join PrimeTimeRadiance for our Sandwich Generation Twitter Party on Sunday August 14, 2011, 9:30pm-10:30pm ET. Use hashtag #SWgen to participate, share, learn and possibly even vent. We have a very wonderful panel who can offer support and guidance about navigating through this challenge. Denise M. Brown, is a certified caregiving coach, working with family members, professionals and organizations. As a coach, Denise helps individuals and organizations achieve goals, gain insights and plan for the future. In addition, she is Executive Director and Founder, The Center for Family Caregivers. The Center is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping persons who care for chronically ill or disabled family members. Learn more about Denise at http://www.caregiving.com We also have amazing giveaways which that will nurture the winner. Topricin is an effective, homeopathic anti-pain product. I can personally vogue for Topricin because my mother has been using it for her arthritis for years. I used it a month ago when I strained my back. It could be a great product to introduce for your parent’s ailments. We also have Tofutti Cuties, the ultimate non-dairy, delicious, low-calories, low cholesterol, non-ice-cream SANDWICH. We suspect that if you eat healthy comfort food like Tofutti Cuties you will neutralize your Sandwich Generation caregiver stress. It’s definitely worth a try. We are giving away 2 sets of 2 coupons for you to enjoy some non-ice-cream SANDWICHES. Denise M. Brown is going to giveaway 1 copy of her book, Take Comfort, Reflections of Hope for Caregivers, and 1 copy of her book, The Caregiving Years, Six Stages to a Meaningful Journey, to 2 lucky winners.

The BLT, The Sub, PB & J…

(contributed by Audrey M.)

Sandwiches have always gotten such a good rap. Even a cheese
sandwich takes the …bread(?).

There’s one kind of sandwich which is not as
heavily desired but becoming more and more common. It’s the Sandwich Generation
(…the Club Sandwich, the Open-Faced Sandwich).

With the growing number of Prime Time Parents
(parenting after 35+) there’s a rise in members of this “Sandwich Generation”.

What is the Sandwich Generation?

Often referred to as the generation caught
between two others, The Sandwich Generation is the group of people caring for
children as well as their aging parents. There are various factors that
contribute to the growth of the Sandwich Generation. The first we mentioned was
women having children later in life. Another, the older generations are living
longer. Statistics are showing that over 80 year olds are the fastest growing
population. That means there are more elder folks to take care of, for an
extended period of time.

This can put the squeeze on the caregiver who
must spend their resources (money, time, energy) on both their children and
parents. This pressure leads to health problems for the caregivers
themselves.

The Christian Companion Senior Care and
Presto Services Inc. commissioned a study that found that “Sandwichers”…
53%
feel forced to choose between caring for their children or caring for their
parents at least once a week.
20% feel they must choose to care for one or
the other EVERY DAY OF THE WEEK.
40% believe that their parents did a better
job of balancing multi-generational caregiving than they do.

Are you a caregiver? Are you a Sandwich
Generation caregiver?

Perhaps you’re stuggling with some of the
pressures, stress and responsibilities of being a Sandwich Generation
caregiver.

Please join PrimeTimeRadiance for our
Sandwich Generation Twitter Party on Sunday August 14, 2011, 9:30pm-10:30pm ET.
Use hashtag #SWgen to participate, share, learn and possibly even
vent.

We have a very wonderful panel who can offer
support and guidance about navigating through this challenge.

Denise M. Brown, is a certified caregiving
coach, working with family members, professionals and organizations. As a coach,
Denise helps individuals and organizations achieve goals, gain insights and plan
for the future.

In addition, she is Executive Director and
Founder, The Center for Family Caregivers. The Center is a non-profit
organization dedicated to helping persons who care for chronically ill or
disabled family members. Learn more about Denise at http://www.caregiving.com

We also have amazing giveaways which that
will nurture the winner.

Topricin is an effective, homeopathic
anti-pain product. I can personally vogue for Topricin because my mother has
been using it for her arthritis for years. I used it a month ago when I strained
my back. It could be a great product to introduce for your parent’s ailments.

We also have Tofutti Cuties, the ultimate
non-dairy, delicious, low-calories, low cholesterol, non-ice-cream SANDWICH. We
suspect that if you eat healthy comfort food like Tofutti Cuties you will
neutralize your Sandwich Generation caregiver stress.
It’s definitely worth a try. We are giving
away 2 sets of 2 coupons for you to enjoy some non-ice-cream SANDWICHES.

Denise M. Brown is going to giveaway 1 copy of her
book, Take
Comfort, Reflections of Hope for Caregivers, and 1 copy of her book, The
Caregiving Years, Six Stages to a Meaningful Journey, to
2 lucky winners.

Follow these steps to qualify to win
prizes.

1. Tweet: @PrimeTimeRadian TwtrParty
#SWgen SunAug14,930pE RSVP http://bit.ly/4wxe8y WIN FAB
gvwys!

RSVP here with comment “what is your sandwich”

For more chances to
win:

2. Visit http://caregiving.com and leave a comment about a service that you would like to learn more about
3. Like CaregivingSupport on facebook
4. Visit http://www.topricin.com and let us what aches and pains it can help you with today
7. Like Topricin on facebook
8. Visit http://www.tofutti.com and let us know what product you would like to try
9. Like Tofutti on facebook
10. Like PrimeTimeRadiance on facebook

Follow @TofuttiBrand @Topricin@ReneeHewitt @Caregiving @PrimeTimeParent @GiveMeMilk & @PrimeTimeRadian on twitter

We look forward to tweeting with you on Sunday evening.

Got Kids? Get Dr. Andie’s New Book

Whether you are a parent, caregiver, babysitter, or teacher, loving kids is easy. They are cute, clever, clumsy, and cuddly. They make adorable pictures with crayons and take pride in their train collections. Have you ever thought about how kids feel about themselves? They know we love them, but do they know what love is? They show us their creations and ask us what we think. Do we ever bother to ask them what they think about their creations?

How our kids learn to love themselves and how we the caregivers, parents, aunties, uncles and grandparents can help nurture that love is vital. How can we do this in our forever changing, instant messaging, and virtual playspace focused world?

Wonderful Giveaways…

Join us for an online discussion with Dr. Andie, Andrea Goodman Weiner, Ed.D. Her newest book More Than Saying I LOVE YOU: 4 Powerful Steps That Help Children Love Themselves. Dr. Andie will be giving away 2 signed copies of her new book, “More Than I Saying I Love You”, and (2) $25 gift cards to Starbucks.

That is not all. With camp season is in full swing and “soon” back to school shopping. You can’t label your kids, but you can keep your kids’ possessions labeled.  From books to an extra change of clothes, our friends at http://www.label-land.com/ are giving away label-land prizes to (2) winners this Sunday night.

Follow These Steps to Qualify to Win These Great Prizes

1. Tweet: Jn PrimeTimeRadiance 4 The #ptRad TwtrPrty w @DrAndieSays SunJuly10 930pET RSVP http://bit.ly/4wxe8y

RSVP here with comment “Love Hug”

Increase Your Chances to Win:

2. Visit www.drandie.com and leave a comment about how you would like to improve your parenting3.

3. LIKE Dr. Andie http://www.twitter.com/DrAndieSays on Facebook

4. Check out http://www.label-land.com and let us know what labels you would love to have.

 5. Follow @DrAndieSays @PrimetimeParent @GiveMeMilk @PrimeTimeRadian on Twitter.

We Look Forward to Learning and Tweeting With You on Sunday Evening!

The Forgotten Foodie

Were you last to be chosen for kickball? No date for the prom? Always a bride’s maid?
Let’s just face it. It’s no fun to be left out!

This week’s PTR Twitter Party is for YOU!
The Forgotten Foodie
Sunday, June 26, 9:30pm est #PrimeTimeRadiance
dedicated to
the Gluten-iers, Celiac Sensors, Shellfish Shunners, Peanut Pardoners, Lactose Loathers, Egg-norers, Dearest Diabetics, Victorious Vegans, strictly Kosher consumer…

Whether you are at a BBQ this summer or at Aunt Barbara’s 60th, how can you party like everyone else?

The Foodie revolution has begun. These days there are multitudes of options for special people with special dietary needs and concerns. No longer do we have to feel uncomfortable holding a plateful of celery.

We welcome a delectable panel:

1. Allergic Girl, Sloane Miller, author, supporter, informant, is our allergic living & loving expert.

2. Outreach Director for the Defeat Diabetes Foundation, www.defeatdiabetes.org
Dawn Swidorski, will teach us about the challenges of being diabetic and how it IS possible to live & love your food in the real world.

3. Levana Kirshenbaum, the renowned NYC chef, teacher, author of 4 cookbooks including Levana Cooks: Dairy-Free & her latest The Whole Foods Kosher Kitchen is a gluten-free expert as well an advocate of natural, healthy food preparation.
www.LevanaCooks.com

WIN Fab Giveaways:

                    
(2) Allergic Girl by Sloane Miller  
(2) The Whole Foods Kosher Kitchen by Levana Kirshenbaum
(2) Peanut Butter & Co gift packs.
(2) Prize packs from Redwood Hill Farm and Green Valley Organics

Follow These Steps to Qualify to Win Wonderful, Healthy Prizes

1. Tweet:

Jn #PrimeTimeRadiance 4 The Forgotten Foodie TwtrPrty @AllergicGirl @DefeatDiabetes1 LevanaCooks SunJune26 930pET RSVP http://bit.ly/eE87H3

***RSVP here with comment “Forget Me Not”

Increase Your Chances to Win:

2. Visit www.allergicgirl.com Leave a comment about a food allergy you would like to learn more about.
3. LIKE Allergic Girl by Sloane Miller on FB.
4. Check out Allergic Girl on www.YouTube.com/user/SloaneMiller Let us know what video you watched.

5. Visit www.LevanaCooks.com Let us know what Gluten-Free recipe you would like to try.
6. LIKE Levana Kirshenbaum on FB.

7. Visit www.defeatdiabetes.org Tell us that you want to defeat diabetes.
8. LIKE Defeat Diabetes Foundation on FB.

9. LIKE Redwood Hill Farm Creamery on FB; LIKE Green Valley Organics on FB.

10. Follow @AllergicGirl @DefeatDiabetes1 @LevanaCooks @PeanutButterCo @GVOlactosefree @PrimetimeParent @GiveMeMilk @PrimeTimeRadian on Twitter.

We Look Forward to Learning & Tweeting With You on Sunday Evening!

Dads Can’t Be SICK For Father’s Day!

There’s only one affliction able to take down your man, your rock of gibraltar, your family’s brilliant strategist.

More powerful than a root canal & food poisoning;
Able to leap your man’s brawn;
Look!
Up-loaded on YouTube, it’s…

The Man Cold.

On Sunday June 12 @9:30pm ET we’re exploring:

What exactly is the Man Cold;
How it differs from The Cold;
How to obliterate it without therapy and delay.

WIN

Before you put up that pot of chicken soup…
see how Lifeway Kefir www.lifeway.net is healthy, wealthy and a wise choice when the father figure in your life is under the weather. Win (2) prize packs of Lifeway Kefir products.
Also, Garden of Life www.GardenOfLife.com is a leader is wellness with top quality products. 2 lucky winners will receive Primal Defense from Garden of Life.

Follow these steps to qualify to win prizes.

1. *Tweet: Jn @primetimeradian 4 Cure the MAN COLD #primetimeradiance Twtr Party w @Lifeway_Kefir & @GardenOfLifeRaw on Sun June12, 930pmEST rsvp j http://bit.ly/eE87H3

RSVP here with comment “cure the man cold”

For more chances to win:

2. Visit http://www.lifeway.net Leave a comment with a yogurt flavor you would like to try;
3. Like Lifeway Kefir on facebook
4. Check out Lifeway Kefir on youtube
5. Visit www.GardenOfLife.com Leave comment on here ( www.PrimeTimeRadiance.com ) on which product looks interesting.
6. Like Garden of Life on facebook
7. Follow @Lifeway_Kefir @GardenofLifeRaw @GiveMeMilk @PrimeTimeParent & @PrimeTimeRadian on twitter

We look forward to tweeting with you on Sunday evening.

The Dairy Diaries

Any dairy fantasies??? Mozerella, cheese cake, ice cream cake?

From day 1 on earth it’s all about the milk! While you’re searching your memory for that nurturing nectar, we’re going to be opening the Dairy Diaries… stories and memories of Dairy; dairy addicts, dairy allergies, dairy diehards, dairy meals, dairy fairies, dairy darlings, dairy mustaches, dairy dignitaries, dairy farms, dairy resistors, derriere’s, dairy dreams…

And we’ll be answering the big question, “Where’s dairy heading?”

The Dairy Diaries twitter party, Sunday June 5, 9:30pmEST #PrimeTimeRadiance

RSVP below with your dairy fantasy. Something like, “I found myself skinny dipping in a lake of yogurt…”

What kind of a virtual discussion about dairy would it be without some prizes to satisfy your dairy cravings (in real life)!

(2) Variety cases of Chobani yogurt, which we love because they carefully craft each cup of their yogurt to perfection, using only the highest quality natural ingredients. That means no funny stuff you can’t pronounce. Just fresh milk, real fruit, and natural sweeteners—like pure clover honey in our 0% Honey Chobani.

(2) Great prizes from Kosher Advantage so you can save on your next night out at a restaurant in your area.

Follow these steps to qualify to win these prizes….

1. *Tweet: Jn @primetimeradian 4 #primetimeradiance #DAIRY TwtrParty w/@KosherShopaholi on Sun June5, 930pmEST rsvp http://bit.ly/4wxe8y

RSVP here and with comment “I love healthy cheeses.”

For more chances to win…

2.
Check out Chobani’s website and leave a comment with a yogurt flavor you would like to try
3.
Like Chobani Greek Yogurt on facebook
4.
Check out the Chobani Yogurt channel on youtube
5.
Like Kosher Advantage on facebook
6.
Check out the Kosher Advantage website and see where you can get great deals in your area
7.
Sign up for Kosher Advantage with the code “KosherShopaholic” you get a free 3 month membership. This gives you between 5 – 15% off at participating Kosher restaurants and grocery stores around the world. Save Save Save. Isn’t this a great deal!
8.
Check out the KosherShopaholic website and check out her list of Cheesy Shavuous Recipes that you can make for under $8
9.
Follow @KosherShopaholi @KosherAdvantage @Chobani @GiveMeMilk, @PrimeTimeParent, and @PrimeTimeRadian on twitter

We look forward to tweeting with you on Sunday evening.

Top Things for Families with Small Children to do on Memorial Day

-picnic
-BBQ with family
-birthday parties
-family reunions
-potty training boot camp
-visit elderly in their assisted living
-travel to the beach
-go shopping
-clean out the garage or basement (hope not!)

Not all easy to do with kids in tow….Why not put FUN for you & them on the agenda?

 

Follow the YellowBrk app. We are all leaders, but sometimes it is GREAT to know you can follow somebody with your same interests at heart.

The party is this Sunday night,1 week before Memorial Day. We, as the thoughtful parents we are, are thinking about the long weekend. We have a day off (hopefully). Now, what to do with the kids?

Parents haven’t had a chance while busy working, taking care of a family and a home (add on to that little or no sleep) to study the calendar. Now Memorial day weekend is wide open with no kid-friendly plans.

YellowBrck…when downloaded for FREE, can provide things to do that their friends would be doing. How? It is targeted towards parents within their location and needs. So, login and see where things are happening, and find out where you can save money.

Still not picnic ready, check out what brands have partnered with YellowBrk to bring you savings on food, baby gear, and coffee!!

We are all leaders, but sometimes it is nice to know there’s a trustworthy leader like YellowBrk to follow.

YellowBrk, the 4Square for parents like you… in more ways than 1.

What would a twitter party without some great prizes for our participants!

During the party 2 attendees will win a (1) $50 gift certificate to either Ecomom.com or Abesmarket.com.

 

RSVP For YellowBrck Twitter Party

Sunday, May 22, 2011, 9:30pmEST by sending this TWEET:

PLS RT Join @primetimeparent @givememilk 4 #primetimeRADIANCE YellowBrck Twitter party SunMay22, 9:30pmET. RSVP http://bit.ly/4wxe8y

Then type:

“I Follow YellowBrck” in the comment box below. Don’t forget to be @ party to WIN

For extra entries to win the prizes:

1.Check out YellowBrck.com. Leave a comment at primetimeparenting.com about how you would use this new location-based social network mobile application for parents.

2.On Facebook “Like” YellowBrck Leave a comment at primetimeparenting.com

3.Download the YellowBrck app for free on Itunes at http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/yellowbrck/id419355838?mt=8&ls=1 Leave a comment at primetimeparenting.com.

4.Watch the YouTube demonstration on how YellowBrck works at http://ybrk.co/fJvw1U Leave a comment at primetimeparenting.com

5.Join and sign-up for the free application http://www.yellowbrck.com/ Leave a comment at primetimeparenting.com (*Android & * BlackBerry Coming Very Very Very Soon…)

6.On Twitter “follow” @YellowBrck @PrimeTimeRadian @primetimeparent @GiveMeMilk Leave a comment at primetimeparenting.com

We look forward to partying with you online Sunday night, 9:30pm EST. It will be a great hour of learning, sharing and winning.

http://www.PrimeTimeParenting.com @primetimeparent & http://www.GiveMeMilk.com @GiveMeMilk and http://www.PrimeTimeRadiance.com

Hot Dog, It’s a Virtual BBQ! Get Your Buns To Our Twitter Party…

Did you beer?! Jack will be there for his moment of flame. You mustard about Jack’s Gourmet, authentic handcrafted deli meats and sausages. What s’more can you ask for?!

• Sliced 1st Cut Corned Beef Brisket
• Sliced 1st Cut Pastrami
• Sweet Italian Sausage
• Hot Italian Sausage
• Spicy Mexican Style Chorizo Sausage
• Cured Bratwurst Sausage
• Boerewors Sausage

You can really pickle your fancy, there’s a meat for everyone’s delicate palate.

Wondering wine PrimeTimeRadiance, who’s all about being Pepsi & radiant, is toasting smart fellows of @JacksGourmet? Well, beer friend, PrimeTimeRadiance fries giving salad shout outs to all worthy brands and causes.

Jack’s Gourmet uses only quality meats and spices. Never artificial ingredients, fillers, by-products or MSG!!!

SOda ketchup with us at our BBQ Sunday bite, May 15 @ 930pm ET.

We’ll be grilled to host u.

BBQ Party Lingo defined:

Hot Dog= exclamation meaning WOW, Great News.
Buns= your Tushie
Beer= Hear
Flame= moment of Fame
Mustard= Must Have
S’more= More
Pickle= Tickle
Wine=Why
Pepsi= Peppy
Toasting Smart Fellows= Toasting Marsh Mellows
Beer= Dear friend
Fries= Tries giving
Salad= A Loud shout out
SOda= So do
Ketchup= Catch Up
Bite= Night
Grilled= Thrilled

What kind of a virtual BBQ would it be without some prizes to really sink your teeth into (in real life.)

(2) Jacks Gourmet prize packs which includes 1 package of each of their 5 flavors, to 2 participants (retails for $40).

(2) prizes to keep expand your palate into healthy and natural horizons.

(2) copies of Levana Kirschenbaum’s new book, The Whole Foods Kosher Kitchen, Glorius Meals Pure and Simple. This book is not even released yet! This book is chock-full of simple and natural dishes and desserts that use whole unprocessed foods. It includes three comprehensive indexes: Like three valuable cookbooks rolled into one!

That’s not all!

We are also giving a 1 year subscription to Kosher Inspired magazine!

Now that you are hungry (I’m salivating just writing this), Follow these steps to qualify to win these prizes.

1. *Tweet: Jn @primetimeradian 4 our #primetimeradiance #BBQ twitter party w/@JacksGourmet on Sun May15, 930pmEST rsvp http://bit.ly/eE87H3

RSVP here and with comment “I’m bringing the watermellon.”

For more chances to win:

2. Check out Jack’s Gourmet website http://jacksgourmetkosher.com/cart.html and leave a comment with a product you would love to try

3. Like Jack’s Gourmet on facebook

4. Check out primetimeradiance’s interview with Alan from Jack’s Gourmet on youtubehttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jIFicW3T5CU&amp

5. Check out Levan Kirschenbaum’s website, http://www.levanacooks.com and let us know what recipe you would love to try

6. Like Levana Kirschenbaum on facebook

7. Like Kosher Inspired on facebook

8. Follow @JacksGourmet, @LevanaCooks, @KosherInspired, @GiveMeMilk, @PrimeTimeParent, and @PrimeTimeRadian on twitter

We look forward to tweeting with you on Sunday evening.

App Rx: YellowBrck

Feeling tired? Uninspired? Locked in doors for days?

Nanny fired. Kids are wired, fingerpainting with mayonnaise.

Don’t know what activities to do with your kids, again?

We have the prescription for your needs. YellowBrck is your app Rx. It’syour personalized round-the-clock, rounded-out version of 411.
It’s the entire Who? What? When? Where? Package for free!

“Who” is it for, you ask?
YellowBrck says it’s for your children. But I believe it’s really for the parents who also want to play with other parents-on-the-go.

“What?!” You scream, “What about the kids?” YellowBrck keeps each user informed about their friends’ whereabouts. But these are their YellowBrck friends, the friends’ who have kids.

And YellowBrck let’s everyone know “Where” the greatest local fun spots, hot spots and deals are.

“When” can I use YellowBrck? YellowBrck’s not a 9-5’er. Like we said before, YellowBrck is your round-the-clock 411. As long as your app is on so is YellowBrck.

I loved meeting new friends, seeing old friends and …shopping.
That was before I became a mom and got super busy, too busy for chance meetings, maintaining friendships …and for indulging my addiction for shopping deals. YellowBrck finds me! And like a great pal sends me deals that are walking distance from where I am.

Parents like us are so busy…only Rx is a great app.

Party Info:
During the party 2 attendees will win $50 gift certificates to Totsy.com

RSVP For YellowBrck Twitter Party
Monday, May 9, 2011, 9:30pm EST by sending this TWEET:

PLS RT Join @primetimeparent @givememilk 4 #primetimeRADIANCE YellowBrck Twitter party MonMay9, 9:30pmET. RSVP http://bit.ly/4wxe8y 

Then type:
“YellowBrck is the best Rx” in the comment box below. Don’t forget to be @ party to WIN.

 For extra entries to win the prizes:

1. Check out YellowBrck.com. Leave a comment at primetimeparenting.com about how you would use this new location-based social network mobile application for parents.
   
2. On Facebook “Like” YellowBrck Leave a comment at primetimeparenting.com
   
3. Download the YellowBrck app for free on Itunes at http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/yellowbrck/id419355838?mt=8&ls=1 Leave a comment at primetimeparenting.com.
   
4. Watch the YouTube demonstration on how YellowBrck works at http://ybrk.co/fJvw1U Leave a comment at primetimeparenting.com
   
5. Join and sign-up for the free application http://www.yellowbrck.com/ Leave a comment at primetimeparenting.com (*Android & * BlackBerry Coming Very Very Very Soon…)
   
6. On Twitter “follow” @YellowBrck @PrimeTimeRadian @primetimeparent @GiveMeMilk Leave a comment at primetimeparenting.com
   

 We look forward to partying with you online Monday night, 9:30pm EST. It will be a great hour of learning, sharing and winning.
www.PrimeTimeParenting.com @primetimeparent & http://www.GiveMeMilk.com @GiveMeMilk and www.PrimeTimeRadiance.com

Drop The Sugar, You’re Sweet Enough

Everybody knows someone with diabetes; a dear relative? your best friend? My friend’s dog had diabetes. I was astounded to find out that over half our pets in the U.S. are at least 35% overweight.

While not everybody who’s considered overweight is diabetic, being overweight increases chances for diabetes as well as heart problems and some cancers.

We know it’s hard to maintain a healthy weight in an environment that is bombarding us with mostly unhealthy choices and marketing that’s hijacked our emotional consciousness since we were little kids watching favorite sports figures and celebs with a Coke in hand. Breaking these chains is hard for all of us. Add life pressures from your job, the economy and the kids. It’s enough to make you reach for a quick Coke fix.

Like we said, we know it’s hard. But the threatening possible outcome of a sugar-full life could be diabetes, the monsterous sugar illness. Right now there’s an epidemic of overweight and diabetic youth in our country. These are children as young as elementary school age who are at risk.

With great pride we invite you to our “You’re Sweet Enough” Twitter Party, Sunday, May 1, 9:30pm EST. On Sunday we have the opportunity to tweet with Dawn S., the Public Outreach Director for Defeat Diabetes Foundation www.DefeatDiabetes.com

We’ll take a look at:
“How can we keep our risk low?”
“What’s the difference between high-fructose-corn-syrup and sugar?”
And should we make the decision to kick sugar, we’ll formulate together, “How to stay our SWEET selves in a new sugar-free world?”

One of the ways is taking care of our sweet-selves.
Soda Stream is a brand helping us do that, www.SodaStreamUSA.com with what’s been dubbed the Mini Soda Machine. I like to call it the “Mighty Mini” Soda Machine.

Store bought soda is a huge culprit to our health, ladening our bodies with chemicals and tons of sugar. Actually it’s high-fructose-corn-syrup. Soda Stream allows you to carbonate your own water at home. That’s (almost) cost free, carbon footprint free, calorie free, fat free, sugar free seltzer. Now Soda Stream does have flavor packets you can purchase and add to your seltzer. Some are just like name brand sodas (They have to please ALL their fans.) But they have Green Tea’s and Ice Tea’s as well as the Essence line of unsweetened flavors, like mint, lemon-lime, orange and raspberry.

Adding flavors or sweeteners is under your control. That’s key. 

Soda Stream brings to the table an economical, ecological, health supporting product. It’s about time commerce got on our side. Thanks for a great product, Soda Stream. *(Check Soda Stream product review.)

Some lucky party attendee will be winning a Soda Stream (Mighty Mini Soda) machine. (MRP $149.99)
 

RSVP For “You’re Sweet Enough” Twitter Party
Sunday May 1, 2011, 9:30pm EST by sending this TWEET:

PLS RT Join @primetimeparent @givememilk 4 #primetimeRADIANCE “You’re Sweet Enough” Twitter party SunMay1, 9:30pmET. RSVP http://bit.ly/4wxe8y

Then type:
“I’m Sweet Enough!” in the comment box below. Don’t forget to be at the party to WIN.

For extra entries to win Soda Stream (Mighty Mini) soda maker:

1.Check out http://www.DefeatDiabetes.com and leave a comment at primetimeparenting.com about something new you learned about diabetes.

2.Check out http://www.sodaStreamUSA.com and leave a comment at primetimeparenting.com about what Sparkling Naturals flavor you would like to try.

3. On Facebook “Like” both SodaStream and Defeat Diabetes Foundation. Leave a comment at primetimeparenting.com

4.”Like” Prime Time Radiance on facebook and leave a comment at primetimeparenting.com

5.Check out our new Prime Time Radiance channel on youtube.com and let us know what video most interests you.

6.On Twitter, “follow” @primetimeparent, @givememilk, @defeatdiabetes, and @SodaStreamUSA

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