I have been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes for 4 years now. Was diagnosed on my 30th birthday. I had been having thyroid problems for years, and getting treatment for it. I was still having a hard time loosing weight, and having muscle aches, itching problems, and …

When I was first diagnosed with diabetes, one of the indicators that something was amiss was a new tendency for me to get a yeast infection more easily. (Yeast thrive on sugar—“ diabetes creates high blood sugar) Eventually I was able to get myself back to normal, but for awhile …

I did not realize that even toothpaste, it has separate for morning and for evening varieties. In my years of using cosmetics or makeup, I only encountered a day and night different products from moisturizers. Go Smile has a luxury toothpaste which is for day and night. I …

I started using Kroger Vitamin C 1000 mg with Rose Hips last year to try to stay healthy and so far so good. It has an excellent taste that is a little bit sweet and a little bit tart, but it is the perfect combination of both sweet and …

I don’t generally use aerosol cans of anything, but thought that I would try Arrid Extra Dry Deodorant to see if it really was better than other brands of deodorants. I have tried just about every deodorant there is and this would just be a way of seeing if …

For a luxurious treat, I ordered two of the bath fizzies from Fantasy Bath. I was looking on their website after a friend sent me the link, knowing how much I loved handmade bath products. I was thrilled with what I saw.
There are over forty amazing fizzies listed …

New Nordic is one of those companies that’s notorious in the health food market. I’d even heard of them and I don’t do the health food, herbal supplement circuit all that much if truth be told. The only reason I tried these New Nordic Mulberry Zuccarin tablets is at …

Now this is one of those very ironic products that enter into your life every so often. And that is, although this product by itself is good for your health, because of the fact that it tastes so good, you can actually become ILL by eating too much of it! …

I was waiting for my name to be called at the clinic at my local Walgreens. Being a nurse, I knew what I had an upper respiratory infection. I scanned my eyes along the visible shelves near my chair. I had been previously looking for a device much …

Last weekend, my mom and had our masseuse come over at our house to give us a body massage. At last, I was able to use the Body Shop Harmonising Massage Oil that I bought earlier this year. It came in a special Body Shop gift pack …

I don’t have dandruff but happened to find Selsum Blue in the bathroom at my boyfriends house when I wanted to take a shower. That was the only shampoo that he had so I figured that was what I would have to use. I assume that he had dandruff …

Zonnatura Brandnetel Tea is my favorite healthy tea. Normally I drink this Zonnatura Brandnetel Tea in the evening, when I already finish my dinner. We eat dinner around 6 - 7 o’clock then my tea time will be between 9 or 10 o’clock in the night, after I …

I have tried a lot of natural deodorants. The aluminum in the mainstream deodorant and antiperspirant products is supposedly linked to an increase in cancer risk for women, so I have been trying to find a good alternative, since breast cancer runs in my family. I would like to find …

I just have to share my opinion about this spa.
I newer was a spa person, and was going there only if I was invited to the girl’s day out or received a gift certificate for a spa. At the end of last year I heard about new Escape Away …

This Northwest Medical Center Urgent Care location (Ina & Shannon Rd)is close to my home, and for that reason I have used it on several ocassions. Recently, however, I have been opting to drive an extra four miles or so to visit a NextCare Urgent Care on Oracle. Why? …

I was curious as to how well a little strip placed on the tongue could actually freshen the breath. I decided to give it a try to see if I liked it. I picked up a three pack of Listerine PocketPaks for $3.96 at Walmart, which had 24 strips …

A couple days ago I decided to pick up a bottle of Axe Dark Temptation body wash. I did this after seeing a variety of commericals showing some guy made out of chocolate with women chasing after him.
I’m married and don’t really believe everything I see on TV. But, …

Oh, Neosporin, how do I love thee? Let me count the ways.
Well, if you haven’t ever heard of Neosporin, especially if you live in the US, then you have either been living under a rock or exist in a plastic bubble where nothing and no one can cut, or …

I am the kind of person who rarely catches a cold or flu but when I do, it is really hard and serious. It will take weeks to clear.
I have always tried to treat the early symptoms as soon as possible and the only remedy that …

Savlon Antiseptic Cream has been around for as long as I can remember and it is something that every household should have in the medicine cabinet. It is a cheap as chips product and you can pick it up for as little as £1 for a 30g or …

I used to use Bath and Body Works coconut lime verbena fragrance, and loved it. When I saw that Bodycology was making a copy-cat scent, I picked it up to see if it was close. It was indeed close—“ although not exactly the same. I felt it was …

I was looking for a good lotion/moisturizer because I have been suffering from ultra dry skin! I have tried everything from Vaseline, Jergens, Cetaphil,etc. My skin itches from being too dry, my fingers are chafed and my heels are so rough. Here in the Philippines the weather is humid …

Chapstick is a product that I have used for many years. When I think of Chapstick I tend to remember the original flavor that I cannot even describe, but I have long since changed my preference to the Cherry flavored Chapstick. I can still smell the original …

Like many women, I have dry, rough skin on my heels that needs to be taken care of before sandal season. Rather than pay a lot of money for a professional pedicure, I prefer to take care of it myself at home. I usually use a regular …

I normally use a cream or foaming cleanser to take off my make up at night, and with my morning shower as well.
Although I have seen face cleansing wipes around for a few years, it never seemed to me like I would like them. I like the feeling …

I tried SSS tonic for the first time when I worked at a drugstore. Many of our older customers bought it regularly. I was in the process of developing some strange symptoms which would later be diagnosed as fibromyalgia. At the time, lupus was a strong suspect on the …

I picked up a bottle of this body mist in the store today because I liked the name of the fragrance. “Olive leaf and Pink Pepper” just sounded really unique. I have enjoyed olive leaf inspired scents from other companies, like the Thymes. I think I expected this …

Plantar fasciitis sock
What is plantar fascitiis?
If you feel pain when getting up in the morning or at the beginning of activity the plantar fasciitis sock is the right thing for you. This pain is caused by prolonged standing and it worsens everyday. Inflammation of the thin tissue layer which …

Dove is one of my favorite companies. I use their hair products, soaps, body washes, deodorants, skin care, and I will try anything they come out with. I don’t normally buy aerosol hair sprays for myself. I prefer the non aerosol, I feel that they last longer and you …

I have been looking for a way to “erase” the strech marks that appeared on my thighs after my two pregnancies, but nothing worked. I have used massage, natural oils, special diets, exercise but nothing really delivered the expected results so far. So this time I opted for a …

I have been trying out different natural brands of deodorant in the hopes of finding one that works as well as the aluminum containing mainstream products. I have been wanting to eliminate or at least reduce my exposure to them, because of the risks associated with breast cancer and aluminum …

While I was working graveyard shift for a call center a few years ago, there were times I just wanted to sleep on the floor; especially after my days off. When I feel tired or sleepy; I go to 7-Eleven and buy Lipovitan Ira. And just like magic, I …

Bugslock is a mosquito repellent that is DEET-free and non-toxic. Having blood that mosquitoes seem to find appealing, I was willing to try the product and found that it worked quite well.
As I always want to maintain mark-free skin, I have been using various mosquito repellent products over the …

When I learned about the Lux Natural Soaps company through a friend who shares my obsession with bath products, I ordered several of their products online and one of them was the White tea and Ginger bath bomb. I have been using bath bombs for my hot therapy bath at …

Most of us do have a hectic schedule and it is diffult for us to cope with this. But it is important that we should stay healthy and so we should take care of our body. Taking care of our body involves not just having and exercise and eating …

I have experienced irritating but minor problems with my ears since I was a child. My ears get water in them or I can’t hear fully because there is a wax build up. Occasionally because of these reasons I have gotten an infection.
I was highly skeptical that ear …

Philosophy brand products have always been pleasing to me, especially for their incredible fragrances. I’ve used several and I am still trying out more. I bought the Eye Hope cream because I liked the name and I was intrigued by the ingredients.
Eye Hope contains both green …

I bought this WESLO CARDIOSTRIDE PLUS MANUAL TREADMILL after researching some other existing reviews out there. I liked the ratings on it compared to other models. Well, I got it, and I found it easy to set up and it weights about 65lbs. Its medium heavy to carry if …

Ever since I developed an interest in essential oils, I have collected various product that treat muscle aches and pains. I have fibromyalgia and the beginnings of mild arthritis, and I have tried just about every over the counter rub or cream there is.
This product appealed to me …

I’m not shy, so I will admit, I’m at that time of life that is referred to as “The Change”. Yes, I’m talking about menopause.
I decided long before I got to this phase of my life that I would refuse to take Hormone Replacement Therapy. I do not …

Ever since reading the ads for Size-On, I have been interested to try it. So i gave it a shot. I have been lifting weights for 2 years. I have tried it only twice since I bought it 4 days ago. It’s a little hard to review something which …

My dad is diabetic and had a hypoglycemic attack last year. He has medicines so we didn’t really monitor his blood sugar until the attack happened. My sister decided to buy him the One Touch Ultra Blood Glucose Monitoring System so that we will no longer worry about his …

We used to live in a community that provided free 24 hour access to their gym. It wasn’t a huge gym and had two different kinds of bikes, three tread mills, a weight training station and a stair stepper, but it was free and it certainly got the job …

I have thinning hair and have tried many products both internal and external to try and thicken it. I chose this shampoo because it was a unique formula, and there was no sodium lauryl sulfate or sodium laureth sulfate in it. I had read bad things about those two …

An alternative way to help soothe your baby’s teething pain, Hyland’s Teething Tablet are homeopathic, 100 % natural, with no side affects. Instantly dissolving tablets you place under baby’s tongue. There is no age dosage, it just says two to three tablets.
My daughter started teething at four months …

As a fair skinned person, with a history of possible lupus as well, I have to be very careful concerning my exposure to the sun. I’ve been a loyal fan of No-Ad brand products for years. They offer very affordable and reliable sun protection products. My most …

Diwali is one of the biggest festivals for Hindu’s and we celebrate it with plenty of lights and fireworks .It our ritual and we love celebrating it every year, so like every year we were bursting chocolate bombs and the kids were lighting sparkles. Suddenly my son burned his …

I have an occasional problem with ingrown hairs, strange atypical blackheads, and other health issues requiring a very sharp set of tweezers. Most slant tip models I had at home were adequate, but I wanted a pair like one that I borrowed at someone’s house. Their tweezers did …

Today, I had my daughter at Phoenix Children’s Specialty and Urgent Care located in Mesa, Arizona for a comprehensive hearing test. We met with Dr. Debra and an ASU student who is working on becoming an audiologist himself. He was sitting in on the hearing tests today as part …

These can be lifesavers!
I first started using earplugs when I had a room-mate who did sometimes (in stressful college times) tend to scream at nigh. It was not this particular brand but I was introduced to the beauty of a quiet night.
These particular ones I like even more because …