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Adding Probiotics Into My Daily Routine

  • Tuesday, January 31, 2017

This post is sponsored by OLLY, but the content & opinions expressed here are my own.

I'd heard of probiotics for a long time but never put too much thought into it. I knew it had its benefits but was never motivated enough to try it. A few months ago I signed up for a couple free probiotic samples & waited for them in the mail. I got them & tried one the next morning. The packaging was bulky & hard to open. The tablets tasted horrible. It was a chore to get one down. My boyfriend, Fred, & I tried the probiotics for two days before we gave up.

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Then OLLY came along like a little probiotic angel. I was first drawn to the exciting & vibrant packaging, giving off a sense of happiness & whimsy. The OLLY Quick Melt Probiotic Sticks come in three flavors: Juicy Blueberry, Crispy Apple, & Giddy Grape.

I tried both Giddy Grape & Crispy Apple, & oh my heavens. They're both insanely tasty. All you have to do is open the stick & pour it into your mouth. Yep, that's it. You could also mix it in water. Both flavors ring true to their name, one tastes grapey & the other like a tart green apple. I actually have to stop myself from having seconds. True story. The bonus is that the OLLY Quick Melt Probiotic Sticks work to support immune & digestive health as well as overall health & wellness.

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Giddy Grape is the kids version because it has 5.5 billion live cultures as apposed to 10 billion in the Crispy Apple. The sticks are designed to give you the proper balance of beneficial bacteria & contain four strains:

1. Bifidobacterium Lactis HN019 – helps with digestion
2. Bifidobacterium Lactis BL04 –  helps boost the body’s natural defenses
3. Lactobacillus Acidophilus NCFM – helps support both digestive & immune health
4. Lactobacillus Rhamnosus GG – one of the most studied probiotics in the world

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My afternoon pick-me-up usually includes a cup of caffeine-free tea, an afternoon snack, one OLLY Quick Melt Probiotic Stick, & updating my daily planner. It keeps me organized & on track consistently. It's important to carve out time for self-care, those little moments where you can relax or decompress.

I've been taking my OLLY Quick Melt Probiotic Stick for about two weeks now & I feel like they definitely help keep me regular. I'm excited to keep using them to see how I feel in another two weeks time.

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Make OLLY part of your daily routine! Grab your free sample of OLLY Quick Melt Probiotic Sticks while supplies last or get 20% off your order. It's good for your body & tastes like candy. Sounds like a win win to me. :]

* Disclaimer: This post is sponsored by OLLY. As always, all opinions are 100% mine aka Carmen's. Learn more about my disclosure. :]
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32 comments

  1. Sharon WuJanuary 31, 2017 at 11:17 AM

    These probiotic sticks sound like what I need to add to my body care routine! Thanks for sharing! xo, sharon

    http://www.stylelullaby.com/lifestyle/staying-healthy-traditional-medicinals-walmart/

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  2. The Pale TailsJanuary 31, 2017 at 12:17 PM

    Oooo this sounds great! I really need to kickstart my healthy eating so this sounds damn good.


    Beckie xo // The Pale Tails

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  3. reneejessomeJanuary 31, 2017 at 12:55 PM

    These sound great! Do you mix it in something or just have it as is?

    Renee | Life After Lux

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  4. CourtneyJanuary 31, 2017 at 2:53 PM

    I take a probiotic every morning and I love the effects that it has on my gut health! It's so important to take care of our bodies!!

    http://thecourtneydiaries.com

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  5. Lindsey Elyse @ lindseygingeJanuary 31, 2017 at 6:38 PM

    This sounds really interesting! I remember having to take probiotics and acidophilus after taking some antibiotics after a surgery to avoid a yeast infection or UTI. Those pills didn't taste nearly as good as these sound!

    www.lindseyginge.com

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  6. Pam ScalfiFebruary 1, 2017 at 12:46 AM

    ive never taken them but there are so many benefits!
    Pam xo/ Pam Scalfi♥

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  7. Carmen Jny (carmitive)February 1, 2017 at 7:58 AM

    That sounds super interesting! Thanks for sharing :)
    xx, Carmen - http://www.carmitive.com

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  8. NinaFebruary 1, 2017 at 9:03 PM

    I never tried these but sound interesting.
    Nina
    Nina's Style Blog

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  9. Ashley WhiteFebruary 2, 2017 at 7:49 AM

    I love this- and dig that they're tasty so it's more a treat than a chore to work into your routine!

    -Ashley
    Le Stylo Rouge

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  10. Madara LiecinieceFebruary 2, 2017 at 12:03 PM

    I am so loving the packaging! I have not heard much about probiotics, but you for sure intrigued me to find out more!

    www.callmemaddie.com

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  11. Gil ZetbaseFebruary 5, 2017 at 3:54 AM

    Great post!
    Have a nice week-end!
    Gil Zetbase

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  12. Gennifer RoseFebruary 9, 2017 at 8:04 AM

    The first thing I do every morning is take my probiotics. It helps so much with my digestion and to reduce bloating :)

    Gennifer Rose | www.GenniferRose.com

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  13. Anmaria DjongFebruary 9, 2017 at 6:03 PM

    I have been looking for probiotics that is easy to swallow for kids. I am gonna look for this one. Thank you.

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  14. Rachel RitlopFebruary 10, 2017 at 5:42 AM

    I'll have to try Olly!! I am huge on adding probiotics in my life! It really does help my body run better!

    Rachel | The Confused Millennial

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  15. Brittany DaoudFebruary 10, 2017 at 8:55 AM

    I've been thinking about adding probiotics to my diet lately, but I wasn't sure the best way to do it. I'm definitely going to try these out since they sound easy and yummy!

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  16. ≈ CARMEN ≈March 28, 2017 at 8:58 AM

    These are amazing! I'm still loving them. :]

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  17. ≈ CARMEN ≈March 28, 2017 at 8:58 AM

    OLLY is super popular at the moment! Lots of goodies. :]

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  18. ≈ CARMEN ≈March 28, 2017 at 8:58 AM

    They'll love these! :]

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  19. ≈ CARMEN ≈March 28, 2017 at 8:58 AM

    Which ones do you take? :]

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  20. ≈ CARMEN ≈March 28, 2017 at 8:58 AM

    Thanks! :]

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  21. ≈ CARMEN ≈March 28, 2017 at 8:58 AM

    Definitely do a little research & see if it's for you. :]

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  22. ≈ CARMEN ≈March 28, 2017 at 8:59 AM

    That's the perfect way to put it! :]

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  23. ≈ CARMEN ≈March 28, 2017 at 8:59 AM

    So yummy! :]

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  24. ≈ CARMEN ≈March 28, 2017 at 8:59 AM

    Thanks Carmen! :]

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  25. ≈ CARMEN ≈March 28, 2017 at 8:59 AM

    Yes, I'm loving it! :]

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  26. ≈ CARMEN ≈March 28, 2017 at 8:59 AM

    These would make the process much smoother & tastier, I bet. :]

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  27. ≈ CARMEN ≈March 28, 2017 at 9:00 AM

    Have you noticed a change so far? :]

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  28. ≈ CARMEN ≈March 28, 2017 at 9:00 AM

    I've just eaten it as is. It's that yummy. :]

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  29. ≈ CARMEN ≈March 28, 2017 at 9:00 AM

    This is a good start! :]

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  30. ≈ CARMEN ≈March 28, 2017 at 9:00 AM

    Thanks for reading, Sharon! :]

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  31. Gennifer RoseMarch 28, 2017 at 9:11 AM

    The RAW brand is my favorite :) https://jet.com/product/detail/58913f4d2dc2418582b2a4553db433f9

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  32. Gennifer RoseMarch 28, 2017 at 9:12 AM

    whoops! I meant this one lol https://www.pureformulas.com/raw-probiotics-women-90-capsules-by-garden-of-life.html

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