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Mediterranean life plan friendly freebie and coupon deals

3/6/2015

Hello Friends,
Extra virgin Olive Oil (EVOO) is one of the best oils to use for your body both inside and outside. Ditch the excess synthetic chemicals and use EVOO to remove makeup, moisturize skin, condition hair, grill or cook vegetables, make homemade salad dressing and more. Did you know that EVOO has anti-inflammatory properties? That means that by consuming or external massage use, you can potentially decrease pain due to inflammation (like arthritis)!
Here are some coupons for EVOO, grape seed oil ( a heart healthy heat stable oil great for deep frying or as a natural heat protectant for your hair before blow drying, flat ironing, etc.), or vinegar. Be good to your heart and your skin by using more natural oils. Check out the Beauty Secrets 2014 booklet for recipes using natural oils for hair and skin problems. (http://www.thetakebacktour.com/uploads/2/1/3/8/2138124/2014_bsb_booklet.pdf)

1-Coupons for Star olive oil, olives, single serve olive oil/vinegar packs (to make your own homemade salad dressing on the go)
http://www.starfinefoods.com/my-star/special-offers/

2-Filippo Berio $1 off olive oil coupons. Complete the short form to receive an immediate link to the coupon. Harris Teeter has Felipe Berio olive oil on sale for only $4.99 per 16 fl. oz. glass bottle http://filippoberio.com/coupons
Also check out the nutrition material including a substitution chart for baking with olive oil instead of butter or margarine. http://filippoberio.com/yourhealth/mediterranean#tabs

3-Pompeian $1 off grape seed oil, $1 off olive oil, $0.50 off vinegar
http://www.pompeian.com/Coupons_Links.aspx

4-FREE Seeds of Change organic rice or sauce voucher. Arrives in 6-8 weeks
https://campaign.smartsourcesamples.com/namsamples_onepage_34.html

5-Bob's Red Mill (BRM) coupons are back! Complete the short form to receive $1 off coupons for 5lb. flour (whole wheat or unbleached-unbrominated) or $1 off any BRM product. Note that Kroger stores sell the 5lb. whole wheat or unbleached flour for only $3.99. BRM also has a ton of gluten-free baking products as well.
http://www.bobsredmill.com/get-a-coupon.html

Don’t forget to share these great deals. Stay tuned for more anti-inflammatory deals and freebies.
Renee
www.thetakebacktour.com
The Take Back Tour is the Health Ministry of the Philadelphia 7th Day Adventist Church in Burlington, NC.

Gardein ingredient info. & coupon

2/11/2015

Hello Friends,
Sign up to receive $1 off printable coupon for Gardein meat-free products. These are delicious non-GMO meat analogs from a Canadian company with lots of tasty vegan options. When rushed for time or emergencies, these plus fruit or veggies makes a quick meal for me and my family. Sign up at:
http://gardein.com/

This is also a friendly reminder why it is ALWAYS important that you read the ingredients list on all packages- even from companies whose products you love. I really love Gardein vegetarian/vegan non-GMO products. However, I did notice the new Chipotle black bean burgers have "instant coffee" listed as the next to last ingredient. I sent a message to Gardein asking about this and received this prompt response listed below.

Good Morning Dr Lea-Currie,
Thank-you for your email and inquiry about our gardein chipotle black bean burgers. I checked with our QA and the instant coffee is a sub-ingredient in one of the flavours and is less than 0.0005% in the burger. The caffeine content would be much less than that.
None of our other burgers have any coffee (the veggie burger, the beefless burger or our chick’n slider or beefless slider).
Kind Regards,
Gardein
Customer Relations
Follow us on | Twitter | Facebook
www.gardein.com

It looks like I will stick to making my own black bean burgers. But I still love Gardein products and will enjoy the $1 off coupon.
Be informed. Enjoy life. Learn new things. Smile. Love. Share-share-share.

Renee Lea-Currie, Ph.D.
www.thetakebacktour.com

More Good 2U4U: Bob's Red Mill coupons are Back!

2/3/2015

$1 off Bob's Red Mill coupons are back. Stock up on your non GMO unbleached flours, gluten free baking mixes, flax seed, bean mixes and more. Exp. Date 02/28/15
http://www.bobsredmill.com/get-a-coupon.html

Renee
www.thetakebacktour.com

Happy New Year! Coupons for Fresh Fruits & Veggies-Good2U/Good4U

1/18/2015

Hello Friends and Happy New Year!!!
Here are some amazing deals on fresh fruits and vegetables, whole fruit and veggie juices and more to get your New Year’s Resolution on track. Even if you have already strayed from your healthier eating new year resolution plan, it is not too late to get back on track. These coupon savings deals make it affordable and tasty to enjoy fruits and vegetables. Remember real food is not just good for you- it can be good to you. Let this year be the year of exploring all the yummy foods and good information that is Good2U/Good4U
1. $0.50 off Bolthouse Farms drinks. REAL convenience whole fruit/veggie smoothies. Most are vegan and dairy free and DELICIOUS. Find in the produce section of most grocery stores. http://allnaturalsavings.com/savings-com-coupons/

2.Target mobile coupons for fresh fruits and vegetables are back!!!
Just TEXT the word THANKS to 827438
Once you confirm the text message, it opens to a link that downloads great coupons that the Target cashier can scan directly from your phone saving printer ink and paper.
All coupons expire Feb 18 2015.

1. $1 Off Fresh Fruit Purchase of $5 or more
2. $1 Off Fresh Vegetable Purchase of $5 or more
3. $1 Off Up & Up Diapers Item 21 count or more
4. $1 off 2 Bounty Towels 6ct+ or Puffs 3 count
5. $1.50 off Ziploc Space Storage Bags Multipack
6. $1 off 2 Ziploc Bags
7. $1 Off Clif Bar Multipack

3. Add even more savings on fresh fruits and veggies by adding items to your FREE Cartwheel account. Cartwheel coupons can also be scanned from your smartphone. It is very easy to set up by downloading the Cartwheel app on Google PlayStore or AppStore and clicking on the items you want to add to your Cartwheel account
Target Cartwheel expires 4/4/15 coupons to stack for more savings
-5% Off Fresh Avocados
-5% Off Fresh Kiwi
-5% Off Fresh Whole Mangoes
-5% Off Fresh Whole Pineapple
-5% Off Archer Farms Fresh Vegetables
-5% Off Fresh Potatoes
-5% Off Fresh Tomatoes
-5% Off Fresh Avocados
-5% Off Fresh Garlic Bulb & Minced

4. Go to www.coupons.com for some great deals that won’t last long
$1 off Gardein (vegan) meat substitute products
$1 off So Delicious Dairy Free product
$0.75 off Kashi cereals
$1 Off Odwalla fruit/veggie drinks

Enjoy and share all these Good 2U/Good 4U yummy ways to save money and enjoy things that will make you look and feel good.
Share Share Share all that is Good2U and Good4U
Renee
www.thetakebacktour.com

The Take Back Tour is the Health Ministry of the Philadelphia 7th Day Adventist Church in Burlington, NC. Email questions to :takebacktour@yahoo.com

Merry Christmas Freebies

12/22/2014

Act fast. Shea Moisture is offering a special sample + $1 off coupon on their FaceBook page as part of their 12 Days Of Wellness special
Sign up today! I can't wait to try it. I love Shea Moisture products and so does my hair, skin and nose ( natural ingredients that smell good without chemical sensitivity reaction)
Enjoy your Free Jamaican Black Castor Oil Sample + $1 Coupon! Sign up here: http://bit.ly/1r9HiXf

Beyond Meat Buy 1 Get 1 Free coupon. Hurry as it expires Jan 1 2015.So yummy no one will know it is vegan and non GMO!!
http://beyondmeat.com/enjoy-this-months-exclusive-bonus-coupon/

Renee
www.thetakebacktour.com

Renee's 2014 list of healthy stocking stuffer/gift pack ideas

12/11/2014

Renee’s list of healthy stocking stuffers/gift pack ideas 2014

Nature’s Kick honey stix 5 pack ( only $19 for 20 packets containing 5 delicious honey sticks)
Nature’s Kick agave sticks 200 agave sticks for only $27. That’s only 14 cents per agave stick!!!

Enough to keep and plenty to share! Great for the diabetics in your life.
Buy online at http://www.originalhoneystix.com

Kelapo organic coconut oil packets, 0.5 oz $10-12/pack of 10

I LOVE LOVE THESE! Keep healthy coconut oil on hand to introduce people to the wonders of coconut oil, keep an eczema friendly skin moisturizer handy

Wild Garden Hummus 1.76 oz

Delicious room temperature stable hummus to keep on hand anytime. Great for an emergency winter car kit. Gluten-free and nut free; non GMO

Wild Garden Hummus to Go packs (hummus + pita chips). These are PERFECT for afterschool snacks or paired with a piece of fruit or veggie to make a “dinner like a pauper” meal.

There is now a gluten-free option on their website wildgarden.com
Available at select Super Target and Whole Foods stores; amazon.com
Sign up to receive several $1 off coupons in your email at http://www.wildgardenhummus.com/coupons/

Go Picnic ready to eat meal kits

Find at Target stores for $3-4 each. A delicious variety that are great for kids

Glee Gum

Bubblegum flavor WITHOUT artificial colors. Sugar-free watermelon (my daughter’s favorite) or peppermint gum sweetened with xylitol.
New for 2014 is my new favorite veggie colored /fruit flavored lollipops with gum inside ( like a natural Blow-Pop) So Yummy
Find in a travel size box or in the pouch (to fill a gumball machine) gum at Whole Foods or your local co-op health store or online at www.gleecum.com

Zarbee’s Immune Support Mighty Bee Gummies ( vegan) for adults and kids

Find at Target, CVS
Order a free sample of the Zarbee’s immune support and receive coupons for the Elderberry vitamin gummies. Note: only the Elderberry Mighty Bee product is vegan ( animal component free)
https://www.facebook.com/Zarbees?sk=app_752208361482251&app_data

That’s It Fruit bars.

Find at Walgreens, Whole Foods , EarthFare pr your local health co-op store.

Nut butter and nut free butter packets: Each are ~$1 each. Find in grocery stores or on amazon.com.

P B& Co peanut butter packets
Almond butter ( original, maple and chocolate varieties)
WOW butter ( soy butter; safe for those with strong nut allergies like my child)

Enjoy and share the goodness of a fake-free stocking stuffer sure to please everyone from kids and teens to adults. For those you find hard to shop for the perfect gift these treats make a gift of healthy items a true gift of love befitting the holiday season.

Renee
www.thetakebacktour.com

Fabulous December coupon deals

12/11/2014

Hello Friends,
I know it has been quite some time since I last posted. Family illness and a severely bruised pointer finger (of course on my dominant mouse clicking right hand) has severely limited my typing. Enjoy these quick goodies I found and don’t let life keep you from sharing good news.
So here are some great coupon deals
1.    FREE sample pack of Kotex U. Choose your sample and wait for the goodies.
https://www.ubykotex.com/get-a-sample
2.    Get your Wild Garden Hummus coupons here! A RARE treat.
http://www.wildgardenhummus.com/coupons/
3.    Sensodyne Pronamel toothpaste coupon ( $ 1 off)
https://www.pronamel.us/ProNamel_100.promo?sessioncheck=true
4.    $1 off Beyond Meat meatless non GMO vegan met analog. I just love the beefy crumbles for lasagna or vegan sloppy joes. Yummy comfort foods.
http://beyondmeat.com/download-this-months-beyond-meat-coupon/
5.    Check out www.coupons.com for some great coupons
    - $1 off Mule Team Borax ( for your homemade laundry detergent/cleaning needs)
      -$1 of any 2 Celestial Seasonings herbal teas

Enjoy these goodies. Share. Share. Share
Renee
www.thetakebacktour.com

Rare Printable Bob's Red Mills coupons!

9/22/2014

Here is a rare $1 off printable coupon for Bob's Red Mills products. I love the unbleached unbrominated flour and other minimally processed whole grain products for my baking needs. There are also a ton of gluten-free options for those that need it.
http://www.bobsredmill.com/get-a-coupon.html

If you want more Bob's Red Mills coupons sign up for the October unprocessed pledge for 4 Bob's Red Mills coupons. Take the pledge and get printable pdf of coupons in your email.https://eatingrules.com/october-unprocessed-2014/

If you are unsure about the challenge but have tasted my bread or homemade pizzas, then you know the quality and great taste of Bob's Red Mills flours. What a great start or way to afford to continue to purchase quality minimally processed real foods for your family. Stock up on the whole grain bean soup mixes as well for emergency healthy food you can keep in your home pantry or church pantry.
Renee
www.thetakebacktour.com

Awesome Deals This Week

9/9/2014

Hello Friends,
Here are some awesome deals I ran across this week. Stock up on notebook paper and facial tissues as the kids' needs ALWAYS exceeds what you buy during back-to-school shopping. If you don't have school age kids, consider purchasing and donating to your local school for those in need. Education is easier with the right tools, healthy foods and infection controls ( facial tissues). GoPicnic items are non-perishable and suitable for a donation center or after school . Many items are gluten-free and/or vegan so there is something for every child or adult to enjoy.

1. Office Depot
50 cents for 150 pack wide or college rule notebook paper Limit 3 per order. In-store only price.

2. Walgreens
Buy 1 Get 1 50% off any Shea Moisture hair and body products. If you ever smelled the Coconut Hibiscus scent you know the joy of smelling good with a delicious scent that is made with simple natural ingredients you can understand.
Buy 1 get 1 free Kleenex 165-count facial tissue boxes $ 2.29 each. Each box has a Box Tops for Education cut-out.
3. Target
GoPicnic ready to eat meals $3 each. There are vegan, gluten-free options that are fun and great for on the go or emergencies. Have the kids keep one in their backpacks or locker in case they forget their lunch one day. Keep in your desk or car for healthy on the go eating enjoyment.
Don't forget the $2.98 GoPicnic breakfast item coupon available for printing. Print now and use before October 31 2014. Regular price at Target is $3 each.
http://www.gopicnic.com/Coupons#.VAnEkqOmW19

4. www.coupons.com
$1 off Gardein meatless products. Delicious vegan, non-GMO meatless products.

5. co-op deals stores such as Company Shops in Burlington, NC or Weaver Street Market in Hillsborugh, NC
Muir Glen organic pasta sauce only $2.50 each
Beyond Meat products $3.69 each. use the $1 off coupon you receive when you sign up for the Beyond Meat newsletter for even more savings
Organic India herbal teas only $3.50 each
Nutiva virgin coconut oil 25 oz glass jar only $9.99. Use the $1.50 off co-op deals coupon ( conveniently placed next to the coconut oil). Final price: $8.49.
Dr Bronner's castile soaps 16 oz only $6.99
Enjoy and share.
Renee
www.thetakebacktour.com

Almost FREE GoPicnic breakfast item

9/5/2014

GoPicnic breakfast entree item for $2.98. These are only $3 at Target so this makes it almost FREE ?( 2 cents + Tax). There is a tasty vegan vegetable spread kit and gluten-free options to choose from and enjoy. These are minimally processed, room temperature shelf stable and delicious. There is a Sudoku or other puzzle on the inside of many of the packages for even more fun. Keep at your desk at work or in the pantry for an emergency in case you oversleep, forget lunch or need something quick on-the-go. GoPicnic also has slightly larger kits that are around 300 calories and yummy. These usually sell for $3.99 at Target but they are sale this week for $3 until Saturday 9/6/14.
http://www.gopicnic.com/Coupons#.VAnEkqOmW19

Enjoy and share.
Renee
www.thetakebacktour.com