Giveaway + Product Review: AMMELTZ YOKO YOKO Heat Patch for Menstrual Pain

Menstrual cramps, also known as dysmenorrhea or menstrual pains are periods in which a woman has crampy lower abdominal pain. I have been suffering the menstrual pains since my early teens, from slight discomfort to severe pain. :(

My menstrual pain normally lasts for about 24hours and the pain is usually at its worst on the first day of menstruation. This menstrual pain causes me absent from work, events , school (during school time) and other activities.

I have tried numerous remedies such:

• eating dark chocolate
• drinking warm water
• reduce caffeine intake by not drinking my favourite coffee
• increase calcium intake by drinking milk

and others. All these remedies didn't really help to reduce the pain. I even take pain killer to reduce the pain if the first day of menstruation during my school and uni exams.

Last month, I was introduced to a new product ~ AMMELTZ YOKO YOKO Heat Patch for Menstrual Pain

The AMMELTZ YOKO YOKO Heat Patch for Menstrual Pain is a new product from Kobayashi Pharmaceutical, one of the major pharmaceutical company in Japan established in 19th century running their business for over 120 years.

This new product is the right product for people who are suffering from menstrual pain but cannot find the appropriate remedy for it.

The AMMELTZ YOKO YOKO Heat Patch for Menstrual Pain comes in a box with 2 patches with a price of RM10.90. Each patch is packed individually. The product features are:

• Reduce menstrual pain symptoms by non-medicinal heat therapy.
• Ready to use. Stick directly on skin. It can be used during office working hours.
• Provide stable and safe temperature (40°C) up to 8 hours
• Odorless so that it can be used in any occasion

The AMMELTZ YOKO YOKO Heat Patch for Menstrual Pain comes in a small size with the measurement: 14cm x 7cm. It is odorless and I can use it during my work and attending events. 

The ingredients for the  AMMELTZ YOKO YOKO Heat Patch for Menstrual Pain are Iron Powder, Water, Activated Carbon, vermiculite, salt, super absorbent polymer.

 How does this heat patch works?

Heat therapy targets pain at its root cause as it helps improve blood circulation. By warming the affected area, the volume of blood flow increases and it produces vasodilation, which increases the supply of oxygen and removal of metabolic waste, leading to better healing and reduced pain.

I have been using this product since February and it is effective to relieve my menstrual pain. This heat patch provides heat therapy which can improve blood circulation and reduce my menstrual pain symptoms. It has a safe temperature which is 40°C and warming effect last for 8 hours. Moreover, it is convenient, effective, safe and non-medicinal. :)

Direction for use:

1.) Before I apply the  AMMELTZ YOKO YOKO Heat Patch for Menstrual Pain on my targeted area, I make sure the my skin is dry and clean. 

2.) I open the sachet to take out the heat patch.

 

3.) I gently peel away the protective film on the back of the heat patch.

4.) Apply adhesive side of the heat patch to the skin over the painful area.

5.) After use, slowly peel off the heat patch. Do not use the product for more than 8 hours in a day. Each patch is for single use.

During the application of the AMMELTZ YOKO YOKO Heat Patch for Menstrual Pain, the painful area feeling warm and it helps to relieve my menstrual pain. I used in the morning before leaving my house to work. I also carry another pack of heat patch in my handbag during my menstruation. It is small, thin and odorless. Nobody notice I'm using the heat patch when I attending events. :) I'll recommend this product to my girl friends and my female reader. The AMMELTZ YOKO YOKO Heat Patch for Menstrual Pain  is currently sold at RM10.90 (for 2 pieces in a box) at nearest pharmacy such as Watsons,Guardian, Caring, other independent pharmacies.

Oh, I also try another product from Kobayashi Pharmaceutical!
Introduction of AMMELTZ YOKO YOKO Heat Patch for Neck & Shoulder Pain.

The AMMELTZ YOKO YOKO Heat Patch for Neck & Shoulder Pain also used heat therapy to relieve the neck and shoulder pain.

The AMMELTZ YOKO YOKO Heat Patch for Neck & Shoulder Pain comes in a box with 2 patches. Each patch is packed individually. 

The AMMELTZ YOKO YOKO Heat Patch for Neck & Shoulder Pain comes in a  size with the measurement: 13.9cm x 9.5cm. It is odorless and convenient to use. This product is currently sold at RM10.90 (for 2 pieces in a box) at nearest pharmacy.

I know you have been waiting for this......

Giveaway:

I have 5 boxes of AMMELTZ YOKO YOKO Heat Patch for Menstrual Pain

(worth RM10.90 each) to giveaway !

How to win this giveaway?

It’s very simple. 

All you need to do is answer 3 simple questions and leave your answers, Follower ID, and Email the comment box below.

1) What is the safe temperature of AMMELTZ YOKO YOKO Heat Patch for Menstrual Pain and how long does it last? 

2) How does AMMELTZ YOKO YOKO Heat Patch help for Menstrual Pain? 

3) Share with us, why do you want to try AMMELTZ YOKO YOKO Heat Patch for Menstrual Pain? 

Example:

Follower ID: ZhengNorahs

Email: koollert@yahoo.com

Answers:

1.)

2.)

3.)

This giveway contest ends at 11.59pm, 31st March 2015.

*This giveaway is opened to Malaysian readers with valid Malaysia address only. 

*5 lucky readers that answer the questions correctly will be picked and contacted by email.

Lastly, do share my giveaway to your friends and invite them to join!

Good luck!

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Keeping Me Energized ~ Malta

Running is my hobby and I started with a short distance run, 7km and slowly (after about 1.5 years) I'm able to run a full marathon.When I decided to run a full marathon (42.195 km or 26 miles) in October 2013, I started to plan my training. 

 

I was lucky as my running group and my running buddies helped me with my training plan. Just to summarize it, my training plan was consist of five different components:

1.) Speed Work - This training helps to build stronger muscles and to improve my running efficiency.

2) Hill  Repeats - This training helps to increase my leg strength.

3.) LSD (long, slow, distance run) - The LSD run is very important in marathon running as it helps my body to adapt to running for a long period of time. Furthermore, it trains my metabolism to use body fat as a source of energy while I'm running for long period.

4.) Tempo Run - race pace run which is  I run at my target race pace

5.) Recovery Run - It helps my body to recover and to clear the lactic acid out of the muscles.

In between my training, I also joined some races to test speed and performance. I'm glad that the training plan works well. ^-^

After my running, I'm exhausted. 

What's next? 

It's time to drink a can of MALTA to keep me energized!

Malta is Malaysia’s No. 1 malt drink and is great for active lifestyle.  Malta is packed with the natural goodness of malt and high in Vitamins B1, B3 and B6, are all needed for the release of energy.

 My marathon training plan works well together with the right drinks!

Why drink Malta?

There are a lot of little hidden “secrets” to life that make life a little easier for us. At times, we spend extra time on the menial tasks in life which takes a lot of time and effort to complete. #Maltalifehack tips gives you easy solutions to everyday problems and keeps you energized to do more in life. When things are easy, you spend less energy and be more productive.

#Maltalifehack tips on fitness and keeping yourself energized!

1. Keep yourself energized! All day! And if you run marathons or are just tired after a long day, pop a can of Malta to keep you energized!

2. Just started working out for a better lifestyle? The first month is crucial to sticking with it because it’s the hardest. So clear your schedule and don’t bail out on yourself. Once to start to build strength and endurance, you’ll see results and be motivated to keep going!

3. Start with your exercise routine by running just for one minute. Add another minute each day!

4. Improve your ability to run by talking while running. It regulates your breath, ensure that you’re not overexerting yourself, and keeps your mind off the pain you’re enduring. 

5. Keep yourself hydrated. Water is your body’s principal chemical component and makes up about 60% of your body weight. It is always important to replace your bodily fluids. Drink 4-5 litres of water daily! 

 Image from www.cleanwateraction.org

Let's Lifehack with MALTA!

Let's MALTA keep you energized to do more important things in life!

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January's Updates

January: Hello 2014 & Horse Year!

This gonna be a good year for all of us!

Happy New Year! Hello 2014!
Hope for a good year with a new start to achieve my dreams.
Thanks for accompany me to see the fireworks and together to welcome 2014! :)

Morning 2014! New Year New Run at Dragon Back route! 15km done!

 One of my favourite photo we took in Busan. Looking forward to the next trip. 

 So many back to school photos on fb, I also have a photo to share. :)
开学了!

Done 8km tempo run with Puma Running Club. Makan time!

Training slots are available on a first come first serve basis. To pre-register for the training sessions, kindly email marketing.my@puma.com.

For more information, please visit PUMA Malaysia Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/PumaMalaysia

One more postcard to my collection. Best greetings from UK. Thank you. #postcard #friends #collection

Finished my 1st race of 2014 in 1:06:50 (unofficial time). Started my new year with new PB for 12km run. It's time to train for my fm. Thanks to my pacer, KWin. ^-^

Za True White Ex series launch.

Za True Whitw Ex Essence Lotion, the star product for a truly brighter skin. #bblogger #Za #skincare

 骏马奔迎
如意年 #CNY

Happy Lou Sang with Elycia, Jessica, Darren, Nazreen, Emery, Fifi and Leng Jie. My 1st lou sang for this year. More yee sang in coming weeks. ^-^
#WishesOfAbundance #TheHeraldOfSpring2014 #CNY

Ran 15.53km with MWM running clinic at Padang Merbok. Thanks Karen Loh Lorna Wong and all my running buddies in this session. See you girls in the next session. Happy Saturday! ^-^
#MWM2014 #MalaysiaWomenMarathon — feeling wonderful

For more info, visit: 

www.mwm.my  

http://www.facebook.com/MalaysiaWomenMarathon 

A special photo from my running buddy, Sunny to me. This photo was took at the 2XU killer hill. Really love this photo. :)

Another happy lsd with LYNR. My target distance achieved and all thanks to my running buddy, Renee. Also thanks to Meng Yong, Zijil and Sunny. Thanks Captain Jimmy to organise this run :)
Happy Holidays! ^-^

Run Sister Run
Dream•Believe•Become
#MWM2014 #running #womenmarathon #marathon

身体不适了几天, 今天可好多了。也去了一家早已想去的cafe 。只可惜已过了我可饮用咖啡的时段。点了杯hot choco, 还真不错呢! 下次一定要品尝真正的咖啡了。 谢谢陪伴我的你。

The miracle of Marula Oil, an omega rich pure oil with healing properties. It helps speeding up the recovery of wounds I got during my training. #MarulaOil #omegaoil #healing #bblogger #recovery #nofiller

 What's next after a 10km run? This one lor...... 

Happy Friday! ^-^

 LYN Madness Hill Relay.
Started with warm-up run from carpark to starting point.
Ran 8 sets + 1 set unofficial with kura-kura pace at Dead Hill.
Thanks TC, my teammate, LYNR and KWin. ^-^
(Team 25, CanITakeATaxi)

 Today is not too early to wish you all "新年快乐"。 

Drive safe and enjoy this CNY! 

 代代平安代代富
袋袋平安袋袋满
May the New Year usher in an abundance of prosperity & good fortune.
Gong Xi Fa Cai

Reunion lunch with my family! 

Happy CNY! #reuniondinner #CNY #family

 CNY eve #selfie "Ang"! 红! Huat ahhh!!! 

#CNY #CNYEve #reuniondinner

 Temple visiting with family
#CNY #CNYEve

 CNY Tea time. #CNY

 

Alright, back to work. Have a nice day!

The Malaysia Women Marathon 2014 : Dream, Believe and Become.

Another 28 days will be the Malaysia Women Marathon 2014.

The theme for MWM 2014 is  

 Dream, Believe and Become.   

I still remember the day I joined this 1st women marathon in Malaysia was last year, 7th April 2013. I was still a newbie in running. I joined the 8km run and I was lucky to be the top 30 and brought back the limited finisher pendant.

For this year, the MWM is back on 16th March 2014 in Shah Alam!

 

MWM, the  1st women marathon  from South Asia to New Zealand.  It is the event  where women come together to encourage one another to go the distance and know they can run the marathon because simply, they can.   

I'll be running my very 1st full marathon in MWM 2014! 

The MWM is the marathon where you can meet a woman running legend and be inspired. It's the run where women know they can because there is no stopping them.  It’s where you want to be to finish the run with your “sole sisters”.  

Proudly presented by Tourism Selangor and with IGM Sdn Bhd, MWM 2014 is not just any other run,  it has a 3 day program.  This event will be held in Shah Alam, Selangor Darul Ehsan  with the support from Majlis Bandaraya Shah Alam and endorsed by various Selangor State excos such as the Exco of Tourism,  Exco of Youth and Sports, Exco of Women Affairs and Welfare; and lastly the Exco of Health and Entrepreneurship.

 

It will start of with a women dialogue session for the first day,  workshops for the second from various group and even our sponsors . The run is the penultimate of the event. The concept of the Malaysia Women Marathon is to invite a running legend to grace the event, be keynote speaker and inspire with their life achievement stories.   Thus MWM  focuses on delivering motivation and guidance for development  whether physically or psychologically.  MWM is meant  to create the opportunity for women to grow their confidence and self- esteem via sport or more active lifestyle from running. 

For MWM 2014,  the focus on the women dialogue session is not merely on running. MWM has invited top notch women corporate profiles and activist on women movement to be panel speaker.

MWM 2014 workshops will be conducted by Catherine Nderaba, 4 times Boston marathon champion and 2 times world champion.  She hails from Kenya. Her journey into being a world champion came with a powerful story of her being a mother first and how she had balance all that is needed in life and surpass the obstacles emerging as a champion, not once but multiple time.  Couple on the Run will return to speak about Partnerunning and we will have several top notch runners from Australia representing Skir Sports.

MWM created history last year to give Malaysia its first women marathon.  This year MWM encourages the ladies to run better as this is the marathon for all women do better than you can truly be.  For if one does not start somewhere,  they will never arrive.

Here are some photos I took during the MWM 2014 1st Running Clinic with Katherine Switzer and the press conference.

Kathrine Switzer, the first woman who run the Boston Marathon as a numbered entry was with us in the MWM 2014 Running Clinic.

 

 The MWM 2014 mentors

 With MWM Race Director, Karen Loh.

With Kathrine Switzer.

Press Conference for MWM 2014:

 

 

 Running clinic @Padang Merbok.

Dream your goals,   

Believe in that you can and

when you believe, you Become.

See you on 16th March 2014!

For more info, visit:

www.mwm.my

http://www.facebook.com/MalaysiaWomenMarathon