Kimberly Alt

Kimberly is our home security expert and has been writing about security and safety since 2013, covering everything from security systems and home automation to identity theft protection, home warranties, medical alert systems, and more. She has personally tested hundreds of system components and interfaced with dozens of home security companies to find out what’s happening behind the scenes. Her work has appeared in many notable brands, including The New York Times' Wirecutter, Reader's Digest, Forbes, People, Woman's World, and Huffington Post. In 2018, she had her first child, which opened up a whole new avenue of security experience with baby gear. She wanted to purchase the safest items for her family. Kimberly received her Bachelor of Arts in multimedia journalism from Simpson College. Her natural curiosity helps her research as she seeks the truth when learning about, comparing, and personally testing products and services.

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G Adventures Reviews: Tours, Promo Code, Vs Intrepid & More

Do you daydream about taking a trip abroad but dread the planning process? Traveling abroad can be overwhelming, and for those of you who aren’t big on planning, G Adventures may be your best option. You can choose your destination, and how long you want to be gone, and G Adventures does the rest. But does the actual experience measure up to the hype? Let’s find out.

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Contiki Tours & Travel Reviews: The Good, The Bad, & The Ugly

Contiki vacations target a specific age range (18-35 only) and style of traveler (which we will discuss below), so it’s important to make sure this is the travel experience you are looking for. After all, we want you to have a great time on your vacation! We’ll help you determine if Contiki trips are right for you.

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Best Online Doctor: Amwell vs Doctor on Demand vs Teladoc vs Mdlive vs Healthtap & More

You’re away on a work trip when you get strep throat, and you don’t have time to go to the doctor. Wouldn’t it be nice to get a prescription without finding a doctor’s office, trying to schedule an appointment and filling out all of that endless paperwork? This is where using a virtual doctor app can be handy. From the comfort of your bed, you can visit with a physician, get a diagnosis and have medication prescribed. Learn more about how these services work and if they really work as they’re advertised.

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Best Carbon Monoxide Detector In 2023: Kidde vs First Alert vs Nest & More

Carbon monoxide (CO) is considered a silent killer because it is an odorless, colorless, tasteless gas. There’s one way to protect your family from carbon monoxide and that’s getting detectors installed in your home. Installation is simple, and the price is relatively inexpensive considering it could save your family’s lives.

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Bug Out Bag List 2023 (Printable): Essentials For Surviving The Next Disaster

Natural disasters like fires, tornadoes, and wildfires often happen suddenly and without warning. Quickly gathering up your family and getting to a safe place should be your number one priority, not searching for emergency preparedness supplies. That’s why these disaster preparedness kits can be lifesavers.

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Amazon Echo Review: Echo vs Dot vs Show & More

While the heart of the Amazon Echo lineup is the Echo Alexa Speaker, Amazon offers various products within its smart-home line, including a variety of speakers, displays, and wearables. We explore all Amazon Echo has to offer and compare the Echo to other audio devices on the market.

ION gut support bottle and description. Text: our simple ingredients. Humic extract (from Ancient Soil). Blend of bacterial metabolites and less than 1% of a variety of trace minerals and amino acids. Purified water. Glyphosate free; Vegan; BPA Free; Recycled Packaging.

ION Gut Support Reviews: Side Effects, Ingredients, Pet Version, vs Restore, & More

ION Gut Health (now called Gut Support) is a supplement that claims to improve your gut and digestive health by strengthening the gut lining in your body, which in turn could help relieve heartburn, leaky gut, alleviate gluten intolerance and restore the immune system. This scientific drink can be overwhelming to learn about, but we’re going to do our best to explain how this drink works in an easy to digest (pun intended) article. Does it actually work or is it all marketing hype?

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