A Little Bit Of Me | Lifestyle Blog by Charnita Fance

Being lactose intolerant is no fun. I know from personal ( and painful ) experience. So, when I get invited to dinner and someone serves a creamy lasagna or a cheesy pizza, I just feel left out. The thought of that delicious, melty cheese and the creamy sauce is so tempting, but the result is always the same: bloating, gas, and a whole lot of discomfort. It's a real bummer. It’s a challenge to enjoy things with everyone else. I've tried a bunch of stuff to help. I've eaten those chewable lactase enzyme tablets, and they work pretty well, but you have to take them right before you eat. And let's be honest, I often forget. Then there's the whole "lactose-free" trend, which is a lifesaver, but finding lactose-free ice cream in a small town can be a mission. So, when a new product called Bactose came across my path, I was hopeful. Bactose is supposed to be different. It’s a probiotic that works long-term. You take it for a week, and then you’re good to go fo...

I’ve been on the hunt for new hair and body products for a while. I like to switch things up and try out different brands. I’m always looking for something that not only works well but also smells great. I was lucky enough to get my hands on the SHAMPOOHOTEL Rio line for free, and let me tell you, I was pretty excited. I’d heard about the brand and their destination-inspired hair and body care products, and I was curious to see if they lived up to the hype. The Rio line is inspired by a warm and intoxicating destination, with a scent that includes lush vanilla orchid, coconut, and sandalwood. The brand says the Rio shampoo and conditioner are supposed to add volume and body to fine, flat hair, thanks to key ingredients like bamboo extract and biotin. They also have a body wash and body lotion in the same scent. The idea of the whole line smelling the same is great. It means you don't have to worry about clashing scents from different products. Disclosure: I received the...