Cheeky Cow Cheese

Here at The Amazing Blog, we love decadent cheeses with our crackers and wine. Our latest search for a yummy new cheese to try lead us to Cheeky Cow cheeses, which are lactose free, have 50% less fat and 30% less salt than regular cheeses and contain only 80 calories per 30 gram serving.

This new cheese is made by Cricketer Farms, a Somerset-based dairy farm with a motivated team of 30 dairy farmers across West Country. They are one of the first dairy companies in the country to sign up for the Voluntary Dairy Code of Practice back in 2012, showing their commitment to quality first-hand. Their cheeses are said to be the healthiest alternative to full-fat cheddar cheeses currently on the market, with high levels of protein and calcium.

At the office, we loved the Cheeky Cow cheeses and their great taste. The individually wrapped cheese packets were an easy way to enjoy a healthy on-the-go snack, while the larger block of cheese could be grated over pasta dishes or cut up to share with friends. The cheese has a sharp cheddar taste that complemented crackers and grapes perfectly.

To support local farmers while enjoying delicious British cheese, head to their online shop here to pick up your own packs of Cheeky Cow cheese.

Puressentiel Purifying Air Spray

Did you know that indoor air quality can be up to 100 times worse than that outside? If you surround yourself with poor air quality, you can suffer from asthma, infection, headaches, eye irritation, coughing, and more. Here at The Amazing Blog we want to keep everyone in the office healthy, which is why we use Puressentiel Purifying Air Spray.

The goal of Puressentiel is to use 100% pure and natural products, making essential oils accessible to all. The company addresses the day-to-day healthcare needs of an individual or group of people, with practical, easy-to-use and ready-blended products.

The Puressentiel Purifying Air Spray contains 41 essential oils, sourced from raw plant material, and works to get rid of bacteria, viruses, microscopic fungi, unpleasant odours, etc. The solution should be sprayed about 6-8 times in the four corners of a room, several times per day, and particularly at night. It can even be sprayed onto carpets, bedding and other surfaces.

This amazing bottle of spray can get rid of dust mites and bed bugs. It also has the ability to alleviate respiratory symptoms, improve sleep and relieve certain stress-related symptoms. It’s no wonder this spray has been the number one selling aromatherapy product in French pharmacies.

If that isn’t enough to convince you, the efficacy of the formula has been supported by nine research studies and 3 tolerance tests.

No matter what time of the year it is, you always need to worry about your health and the air you’re breathing, especially when people are getting sick all around you. Spray your worries away with Puressentiel Purifying Air Spray, which you can purchase here at £19.99 for 200 ml.

Adigym Endurance Exercise Cream

The Amazing Blog staff members love staying healthy and exercising. Adigym respects the desire to live a healthy lifestyle, and sent us samples of their newest body firming cream to give us some extra motivation.

Adigym is a body cream that provides the same body-toning effects as those gained through endurance exercises. The product contains a newly discovered formula called actigym, which contains a Bermudan marine plankton extract that is scientifically proven to regulate the production of type 1 muscle fibres. Type 1 Muscle fibres are often gained from swimming, running or cycling. They assist in reducing fat uptake, which results in a tighter and more toned appearance.

Still feeling skeptical? A trial on 60 women ages 35-50 reaped amazing results. The average participant lost 3 c.m. on the waist, 2.9 c.m. on the upper thighs and 2.4 c.m. on the upper arms. The general body weight loss of the women using the product was 4kg, which we find incredible! Additionally, Fran Newman-Young of “Made in Chelsea” uses the product, and she has time and time again reassured the public that it is effective.

When combined with a healthy lifestyle of moderate exercise and a generally healthy diet, Adigym can act as the perfect finishing touch to helping you get the weight loss look you desire. Thanks to this product, we are feeling more fit than ever! Adigym Endurance Exercise Formula costs £24.95 (150ml) and is available here. 

Gold Collagen - Forte

Here at The Amazing Blog we are no stranger to Gold Collagen and their anti-ageing products. We previously wrote a post about their Pure Gold formula, but we were excited to try their newest product. Gold Collagen generously sent us a month’s trial of their Gold Collagen Forte and we are pleased to say that it is very effective.

Thanks to this company, we have said goodbye to our average anti-ageing pills and moisturisers and hello to liquid supplements. Gold Collagen offers 3 different products that fight anti-ageing: Pure, Active, and Forte. Each product activates the cells in the body that produce collagen, which is essential to tackle all signs of anti-ageing.

When we discovered that Gold Collagen had so many products to choose from, we assumed that each would have its own individual taste or flavour. Gold Collagen Forte tasted the same as the other liquid supplements we have tried, however this products has the unique ability to provide the extra vitamins needed for 40+ women with more advanced signs of ageing. Thanks to the extra doses of vitamin B, though it tastes the same, it is much more effective. We will continue to use liquid anti-ageing supplements around the office because we truly enjoy products that work from the inside out. Purchase any Gold Collagen product on their website and learn more about the unique aspects of Gold Collagen Forte here.

Friday Favourites - New and Unusual Workouts

Are you tired of the same workout day after day? Here at The Amazing Blog some of us struggle to fit in a daily workout with our busy schedules. Plus, we get tired of following the same routine. In order to spice up our exercise routine and convince ourselves that working out CAN be fun, we have discovered some new and unusual workouts for everyone to try.

Yoga has become so popular nowadays that even dogs want to join in. Originating from the USA, yoga activates your pooch’s parasympathetic nervous system and can help relieve your loyal friend of his or her stress. Of course, the owner will be right there practising alongside their pups, performing a set of Hatha yoga poses while the dogs roam around and participate when they choose to. This series of yoga postures are inclined to incorporate canine massage, yogic stretches, chanting, breathing and lots of cuddles. Plus, who doesn’t want to work out with their best friend?

Mahny Djahanguiri started Dogamahny, running weekly classes in Fulham and teaching private Paw to Paw classes for all sizes, breeds and ages of dogs. If you’ve always wanted to work out with your pup, then check out Dogamahny’s website to sign up for some doga classes.

If you’re obsessed with Strictly Come Dancing like we are, then you might want to check out Swing Patrol. It’s a community of over 1,000 dancers, teachers, staff and volunteers that hold over 40 weekly classes at 34 venues across London. They put on weekly Lindy Hop and Blues social dances and they have swing balls in London and around the United Kingdom. They even host an annual London Swing Festival and a Blues Baby Blues Festival. Go online and search for classes in your area. It’s time to turn back those time machines and dance like it’s 1920!

For those of you who consider dancing at clubs your only exercise, we have the perfect workout for you. Ravercise is a HIIT cardio dance with a live DJ playing energising bass music. It’s a fun and healthy way to enjoy underground music during the week. Classes are choreographed by professional dancers and include an interval training cardio workout. Plus, you get to socialise with friends and meet people that enjoy the same music as you! Head on over to the website of this low-lit club dance floor in Shoreditch and sign up.

If you’re looking to loosen up a little bit, try Barrecore. It is a series of movements designed to stretch every muscle group in your body. Each workout targets a major muscle group, integrating the fat-burning format of interval training with static stretches for muscle relief. Using a ballet barre, your own body weight and strength training exercises, your muscles become longer, stronger, leaner and more flexible. Think of it as an intense cardio ballet class. For more information on Barrecore classes, you can look at the website and decide if you want to sign up.

With the holidays right around the corner, I think it’s time we get healthy, try something new and have fun while doing it!