LifeVantage

Is it a miracle or a little known Hollywood secret?  It's LifeVantage...

At the core of LifeVantage is a product called Protandim.  This "supplement extraordinaire" pack everything from anti inflammatory properties to anti aging properties into one capsule. I know of people who have seen back problems disappear, reliance of diabetic medication be reduced, skin tone improve...and the list goes on.  All from taking this supplement. 

But what is Protandim? From the company website:

• Protandim is a daily dietary supplement that combats oxidative stress through Nrf2 activation.
• Oxidative stress is inevitable for everyone.
• Protandim significantly reduces oxidative stress through Nrf2 activation.
• Nrf2 regulates survival genes.
Oxidative stress, generated through the process of living life (eating, sleeping, breathing, exercising), is inevitable for everyone, but LifeVantage has the solution: Protandim, the Nrf2 Synergizer, the most important dietary supplement of our time.

Comprised of natural plant ingredients, Protandim is a patented, science-based formula that has been researched, tested and validated by renowned universities and institutions. It is the only supplement clinically proven to reduce oxidative stress in humans by an average of 40 percent in 30 days.

Protandim activates Nrf2, which communicates with cells, instructing them to do what they're already designed to do: up-regulate "survival genes," genes that enable cells to survive in the face of stress from free radicals and other oxidants, and down-regulate other genes that promote inflammation and fibrosis to help the body function at an optimal level.

I think what impresses me the most is that there is so much science behind the product, and really is the best of Eastern Medicine.

Larisa Maxwell will be at the Expo to share her experience with LifeVantage and Protandim with you. 

Texas Roadhouse

When we were in the first phase of organizing this Expo, I got a call from Texas Roadhouse asking to be a part of the event.  Although I would love to have them, I was trying to figure out the tie-in to health and beauty.  Nicole, from Texas Roadhouse in South Bend, then said to me she wanted to help me raise funds for Hello Gorgeous!

The good people at Texas Roadhouse will be selling gift cards at the Expo - which I think is a great gift for anyone on your holiday gift list that you think " I don't know what to get for them". I might mark off an Uncle, cousin, and several others on my Christmas list by visiting one booth at the Expo...and a portion of the sale of those gift cards will go to Hello Gorgeous!  It's the gift that keeps on giving!

I had to know more about Texas Roadhouse, and why they seem to be so civic minded.  I went to the company website and learned 

It all began on February 17, 1993, when Kent Taylor opened the first Texas Roadhouse in Clarksville, Indiana.  Kent’s goal was to own not just a family restaurant and not just a steak restaurant, but a place where everyone, of all ages, could come and have a great meal and great fun for a great price.

We like to brag about our Hand-Cut Steaks, Fall-Off-The-Bone Ribs, Made-From-Scratch Sides, and Fresh-Baked Bread. Everything we do goes into making our hearty meals stand out. We handcraft almost everything we serve. We provide larger portions so you get more food for your dollar. And if you want an Ice Cold Beer or Legendary Margarita to wash it all down — well, we have those, too.

Our food’s not the only thing that’s Legendary at the Roadhouse — our fun is too! From our line dancers to our jukebox to our friendly servers, you’ll enjoy every second you spend in a Texas Roadhouse.

At Texas Roadhouse our team has an incredible sense of pride in everything we do. Our passion ensures you have a Legendary Experience every time.  Because of our passion for our guests and our communities, our team members are involved outside the restaurants in their local communities as a way to give back.

The Texas Roadhouse story is simple. Legendary Food, Legendary Service^® —
all with lots of Legendary Fun!

I am very excited to welcome Texas Roadhouse to the Expo! 

Pure Romance

We'd all like a little romance for the holidays. Right?  I mean, if we are honest with ourselves, that fairy tale ending to the holiday season is full of romance.

Pure Romance will help you with ideas and tips and tricks to get a little romance into your world! They offer everything from cosmetics to bath and body products, games, lingerie and more!  Pure Romance's website says it best:

Empower. Educate. Entertain! Pure Romance is dedicated to improving women’s intimate lives—and having fun while doing it! Host an unforgettable girls’ night in with me, join my team as a Pure Romance Consultant, or shop this site for all that’s exciting and new. You can have it all with Pure Romance! 

  Dana from Pure Romance will be at the Expo with all kinds of goodies!

In Shape

Speaking of being bloated and needing to lose 8 pounds...I need to get In Shape. 

InShapeMD™ is a new medical weight loss program in the South Bend, IN area that provides a medically directed and personalized approach to weight loss and wellness. Countdown Diet InShapeMD™ can help you reach your weight loss goals.

I've heard a lot about HCG weight loss.  I have several friends who have seen great results from this approach.   30 lbs in 30 days?  Does that really mean I could be thinner by New Years?  YES MA'AM!  ...and I think that is awesome. 



In Shape MD is a medical weight loss program that provides a medically directed and personalized approach to weight loss and wellness. Countdown Diet InShapeMD™ can help you reach your weight loss goals.

I checked out the In Shape MD website to see what they were all about, and found that they also support several wellness programs, including:

• B12 Injections
• Countdown Diet
• Lipotropics
• Medical Weight Loss
• Multiple Weight Loss Treatments
• Obesity Solutions
• Prescription Weight Loss
• Wellness Lab Testing
• MyT - Be Mighty

 Barb Truhler from In Shape MD will be on hand at the Expo to answer your questions, and help you get signed up for a program.  I hope I can also talk her into a little workshop to tell us all about what the B12 injections are all about!

Kathy Friend, image consultant

If you've seen the TV show 'What Not To Wear' You kinda understand what Kathy does.  She works with individuals, groups and corporations to create a great image.  She helps women and men match inner beauty with outer beauty.  Her goal is to teach people how to reverse shopping habits and get over that felling that "you have a closet full of clothes and nothing to wear".

Kathy Friend has been known in Michiana for years as a fashion expert.  She has used her talents to help hundreds of men and women look their best. She has become known as a premier speaker, offering workshops and seminars all over the country.

In the past few years, Kathy has extended her 'home base' to include office locations in Michiana, Indianapolis and southern Indiana.

In her workshops (called StyleU), Kathy teaches participants about:

• The best colors to wear
• The best style of clothing that will flatter your figure
• Defining Style Personality
• Size Matters: accessories, handbags
• How to accessorize
• Best hairstyle for your face shape
• What kinds of clothing should you NOT wear 

Kathy will be offering a workshop at the Expo to explain about accessorizing - she's sharing secrets!  You won't want to miss it!

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Sweeties Baked Goods

Baked Goods?  YES PLEASE!

Sweeties is a yummo shop in Elkhart that brings your sweet tooth to life with cookies, cakes and more. 

Sweeties Baked Goods is the perfect place to help you get all those goodies on your table this holiday season.  I mean really...I WISH I had time to make holiday cookies.  My plan is to get some tasty treats from Sweeties, and maybe give as gifts!  And when I'm asked if I baked them myself, I'll blush and simply say "why do you ask?"
 

I heard that Sweeties much coveted sugar and spice cookies will be available at the Expo! ...and at a special price!

Kerri's Avenue Salon...2

In the interest of full disclosure, I love Kerri's.  I've gone to Kerri's for years. I might have a strange attachment to Kerri and all the girls at the salon.

Kerri's Avenue Salon recently opened a new location (by the mall) called Kerri's Avenue Salon...2 (snort - funny!  Get it, too, 2). Kerri's is Michiana's best kept secret. They are experts on the stuff that matters, everything about your hair!  Color, extensions, straightening, cut - you name it, they are good at it.  I've never (NEVER) had a bad experience, or left thinking "well, it'll grow out".


Kerri's offers more than just thy typical salon treatments. They also offer massage, spray tanning, tooth whitening, ItWorks body wraps...and the list goes on.

According to Kerri's website:

We are located just two blocks east of the University of Notre Dame in South Bend, Indiana.

 We recently opened a second location by University Park Mall in Mishawaka, IN.

As a team we are committed to continuing education, and regularly attend classes to be able to bring you the hottest trends in hairstyling and beauty services.

Salon owner, Kerri M. Blair, has been an educator/stylist in our area for over 20 years.  Kerri is also a IT&LY Professional Technical Advisor and is an expert in the color field, regularly teaching color classes to other professionals on behalf of IT&LY.  She is also recognized as an expert in hair extensions and is Great Lengths certified.

Kerri will be at the Expo answering your questions about how to look your best for the holidays, and she will be offering a workshop to show you all about spray tanning!  Sign me up!