Hi all!

Today I’m back with another product review, plus a quick discussion topic. I really enjoy combining the two. A few months ago, I joined Australian company, Mouths of Mums. Basically, you sign up and apply to review products for your children and household. The main demographic is stay-at-home mothers, like myself.

I was selected to review Fess Sinu-Cleanse Nasal & Sinus Mist, which is a product for congestion relief. I couldn’t test it on my daughter, as she is under two years old (not recommended on the bottle), so I tried it on myself. Both my husband and I suffer from seasonal allergies, so this product is a must in our home. I was pretty pleased to receive a full-sized product. It is non-medicated, so it’s a natural way to relieve congestion, sinusitis, hayfever, colds and flus. It’s also suitable during pregnancy and breastfeeding. To use this saline solution, simply tilt your head (slightly), direct the nozzle into your right and left nostril, depress for 1-2 seconds and blow your nose, if necessary. I strongly suggest not tilting your head too far back, as you may swallow some of the solution and whilst it’s not harmful, it tastes pretty awful! You can learn more about the product here. It is available at all major pharmacies in Australia. I think this product is great, especially if you want quick relief from something that isn’t medicated. I felt a lot less congested after using it. The only downside in my opinion, is how disgusting it tastes, if you accidentally swallow the solution. I’m happy to continue using it. Once my daughter is of age, I can administer it to her as well.

Now for the discussion! I have been vegan for almost six years and in that time, I have been asked a lot, why I eat mock meats. “If you are against eating animals, why would you eat a veggie version of them?” So I’m here to answer this question once and for all. First of all, I never stopped eating meat because I disliked the taste. I stopped because it no longer felt right for me. There were also so many options available to me, I didn’t need to eat meat. Mock meats provide us with a similar taste and texture, so we can enjoy what we used to, without participating in animal suffering. Secondly, they are an excellent transition food for those wishing to become vegan, but don’t want to feel like they are giving up all their favourite foods. Some mock meats contain plenty of fortified vitamins and minerals, including protein and iron, so you can be assured you’re meeting your nutritional needs. Of course, you can do that without eating mock meats, but I personally really love them. My favourite brands are Gardein, Quorn, Veggie Delight and Frys. You don’t even need to be vegan or vegetarian to enjoy them. Try incorporating Meatless Mondays into your home, substituting a chicken schniztel with the mock version instead. You can bring veggie dogs and burgers to BBQ’s, just as an option. Before you judge, give them a try!

I hope you enjoyed this review and discussion. Let me know your thoughts down below. Have you tried this product? How do you feel about mock meats?

Thanks for reading!

Peace & Love xoxo

I am not being paid or sponsored for this post/products – all my thoughts/opinions are my own.