Nicquee's Nook

Oilbularya Journey

It was in October 2017 when I purchased my first set of essential oils via Shopee. Prior to that, I purchased a generic ultrasonic diffuser from Lazada. Being clueless about this topic, I simply asked friends if this or that is alright before hitting the buy button. While I know there are already many resources available online, I was too lazy to read about it because I was afraid of the information overload it can cause me.

Turned out, the capacity of the diffuser I got was too big, it can be filled to run the whole day. 😅😂 Meanwhile, the oils I bought were “takal” oils. These were repacked into smaller bottles, probably meant for people like me who wants to try but is not yet ready to jump in 100%.

Months went by and I was able to fully consume my takal oils. I saw the positive effect and natural healing the oils did for our family. But I am still unwilling to purchase whole bottles for I find them quite an investment. I purchased another set of the same oils I had before. Then I discovered roller bottle blends. They’re basically the same oils you diffuse but are diluted in a carrier oil and is placed in a roller bottle so you can enjoy the benefits of essentials oils anytime, anywhere. I know, genius creation!

Since I carry the roller bottles most of the time, I easily ran out of supplies. The cost of the roller bottle blends is not cheap and there is always shipping fee. As if pushing me more into essential oils, I met another oilbularya mom. When I want to know about a certain oil, I ask her. She’s so into it that she regularly orders oils from abroad and have them shipped here. You are guessing right. I finally bought my first set of full bottle oils last November. They were my Christmas present to myself. And since then, my wish list of essential oils has been growing! Oh, not only the oils list, but the paraphernalia list is getting long too!

To date, I now have more than 15 oils in 10ml bottles. I make my own roller bottle blends now, thanks to those who share their recipes freely online. My favorites are:

  • Cough and Cold Relief
  • Happy Mama
  • Muscle Relief
  • Brain Pain Buster
  • Study Buddy
  • Vertigo Relief
  • Silky Soft

I have influenced a few friends into using essential oils in roller bottles and they’re loving it as well! I still have a very long way to go in this journey to natural healing and I hope that in the process, our family will reap its full benefits.

ATHENA – Milk for Women

I am a milk drinker. In fact, I take milk for snacks sometimes. Kaya weirdong-weirdo ako sa sarili ko why I experience joint pains, specially sa knees. I had my knees checked and my doctor told me it could be the footwear I always use. Then I thought, maybe the milk I am drinking lacks something.

Thankfully, I found ATHENA, the milk especially formulated to meet active women’s special nutritional needs, just like us moms.

Athena is

– High in Calcium, essential for optimum bone health. It is also a source of Vitamins D and K, Magnesium and Phosphorus – nutrients to help maintain strong bones.

– Low in Fat so you can enjoy this beverage without the risk of high caloric intake.

– Source of Anti-oxidants such as Vitamins A & E and Zinc to help maintain healthy skin and promote optimum immune function.

The icing on the top is that ATHENA is available in two delicious flavors: Milk and Chocolate. The MILK variant is available in two sizes: 180 grams for PhP130 and 400 grams for PhP273. On the other hand, the CHOCOLATE variant is available in 180 grams for PhP130. It is available online at www.athena.com.ph and in-store at Mercury Drugstore, Watsons, and Southstar.

Crave Healthy – Expectant Moms’ Go-to Snack

I remember during my two pregnancies, I always wake up in the middle of the night because of hunger. I have a can of crackers under our bed and that’s what I eat for snacks. I kind of feel guilty because I know I am not getting anything from the crackers except empty calories. But it is the middle of the night and crackers are convenient.

I’ve said this many times in the recent years and I will say it again, Ang sarap magbuntis at these times. Maternity wear are now fashionable, baby gears are abundant and easily sourced, more people promote breastfeeding and the list goes on. Pero ok na kami sa two girls namin for now.

Ito ang sana meron na noon pa para di ako nag tiyaga sa crackers when hunger strikes at night. A healthy way to satisfy hunger and food cravings of pregnant women in now possible with CRAVE HEALTHY.

crave healthy Crave Healthy is the first snack product in the Philippines that is specifically designed for the pregnant woman by doctors and nutritionists.

With Crave Healthy, moms-to-be are not getting empty calories because it contains essential nutrients such as Folic Acid, Iron, and Calcium, which are critical for both the mom and her growing baby. It also has reduced salt and just the right amount of calories that give the pregnant woman that extra energy she needs daily.

It is not only NUTRICIOUS, it is also DELICIOUS. Currently available in Sweet Corn flavor, it taste just like any regular snack in a bag. It does not have any aftertaste of nutrient fortifications.

While both my pregnancies went well, I wish more convenient food support the nutritional needs of pregnant women and their developing fetus back then. So kayong mga prego ngayon, swerte niyo ha! Pwedeng mag chichirya minus the guilty feeling.

A pack of Crave is worth Php 25.00 at 30 grams each. It is available online at www.cravehealthysnacks.com, select Med Express branches, and select Robinsons Supermarket outlets.