Health Reviews
Smart Sense Waxed Dental Floss
I have not always been a fan of flossing, but have recently been getting into it. I like that clean feeling that I get after flossing. I also like to see the nasty plaque that comes off in floss. Though I like flossing, I would never pay a lot …
OraCare Toothpaste
I have tried different brands of toothpaste. My favorite is the Colgate brand. However when I was strolling in the supermarket I saw this new product. I know that Oracare is a good brand especially for mouthwashes. But when I saw that they had a new product out, I …
Soma Therapy Ravensara Essential Oil 1 oz
I love to use essential oils to make aroma therapy blends for use around the house, and also for health related conditions. I have fibromyalgia, and often make oil and lotion blends using essential oils to help treat and relax my muscles. I had been using a basic pallette of …
Nicorette White Ice
For those of you who are still smokers out there, if you ever have a desire to quit smoking, here is your chance with Nicorette White Ice mint chewy gum. The one thing that finally helped me to stop smoking. It gives you less of a craving to want …
Water-Jel Burn Jel Plus
I have to admit that I’m petty obsessive when it comes to first aid in my household. I usually have a mini pharmacy worth of products here and I have a first aid kit for every room of the house and the cars, one set aside specifically for camping …
Well In Hand Pain Rescue Warm Roll On Massage Oil 2 oz
I have fibromylgia which causes chronic muscle and nerve pain. I have used just about every pain relief topical on the market, and when I find ones with new ingredients, I have to give them a try. This product from Well in Hand was not very expensive, so I thought …
Cubbies Alcohol Free Baby Wipes
I generally do not buy wet wipes even though one of my friends seems to have a pack of one in which ever bag she is carrying that day. Well last Tuesday my friend ran out of wet wipes while we were shopping and decided to buy two packs …
Rite Aid Hemorrhoidal Cooling Gel 1.8 oz
I have a hemorrhoid condition which can range from mild pain and itching to severe swelling and trips to the surgeon. On one particular occasion, I had a flare up that only consisted of some mild irritation and itching. I was spending some time at a retreat, and …
Shikai Natural Moisturizing Shampoo 12 oz
I have combination type hair, which is dry and damaged on the ends, and healthy but thinning towards the top and bangs. I have been trying out a few sulfate free shampoos to see if I can find one I like that I can use daily if needed. …
Dresdner Vine leaves Organic Herbal Bubble Bath powder 60g
I am a huge fan of bath products, and my friends and family know it. When I received a package of this Dresdner bubble bath, I was thrilled. It’s a brand I just don’t see over here… but I had read about them—“ and a family member specially ordered this …
The Walkmaster II Treadmill
I was looking for a cheap piece of exercise equipment for the days when I couldn’t go outside and run or go to the gym. Since I was paying for a gym membership, I didn’t want to spend a lot on home equipment. I found the Walkmaster …
Biotin Supplements
I have never been the type to take vitamins because I didn’t see the importance of it. I have always been relatively healthy and lively, whereas it wasn’t necessary for me to incorporate vitamins into my daily diet. Well, that all changed after February 2006. I suffered from an …
Melatonin
For most of my life, I’ve always had some degree of insomnia. After reading and researching on the internet and hearing anecdotes from various friends, I decided to go to a heath food / vitamin store and buy some melatonin. Melatonin is a naturally occurring hormone that helps regulate …
Xe-Ke- Ning Capsules
Xin-Ke-Ning capsule is a natural herbal product which was prepared by a China Company called Meilum Group of Company limited . Xin-Ke-Ning is prepared with natural herbs under a perfect hygenic condition. The people of China have effectively utilized the natural herbal products to their advantage. Most of …
Bizzy Body
I am not fat (trust me, I’m not lying). Seriously, my height is 167cm and I weigh only 48kg. However, I do have a bit of flabbines on my stomach and thighs which I really want them to get away. I always wish I can “scoop” these …
Kiss My Face Organic Vanilla Honey Lip Balm, SPF 15 .15 oz
I try to keep a lip balm with some sun protection with me at all times, in case I need to be outdoors longer than planned. I want to keep my lips as healthy (and kissable) as possible. I prefer that my lip balms have natural ingredients now rather than …
Hansaplast Digital Thermometer 45378
When I had my kids, one of the first things I bought was a thermometer. It is normal that any child gets a fever whether it is an indication of a cold, a sign of infection or simply as a way of indicating that the body is fighting against …
Avene Gentle Makeup Remover
For an eye makeup remover, this is more on an expensive side. For about $20 you only get about 4 oz of this. Seeing that high price must mean high quality, I bought this in hope that it’ll be a better makeup remover for me. I now know …
LLoyds Pharmacy Blood Pressure Monitor
In my family everyone has problems with blood pressure and that’s really dangerous specially during these hot days when the pressure is jumping upside down all the time and we don’t know if we feel dizzy because our blood pressure is too high, too low or if that doesn’t …
Vaseline: Petroleum Jelly Product
I like to be outdoors a lot, and especially in the wind, I end up getting chapped. This product is actually great at what it does. Unlike like many products on the market, this product stays true to its label. I use this product on my lips, because they …
CleanWell Hand Sanitizer Wipes Pocket Pack 10 count
My neighbor has a young son who I often babysit when she leaves town for business. One weekend I had him for both days, and I decided to take him to a farm where he could pet the horses and other animals. We packed a lunch and headed out …
Human Heart Nature Natural Feminine Wash Chamomile
I searched for a feminine wash that is really mild and does not contain harmful chemicals like SLS, SLES, parabens etc. Back in 2011, I had urinary tract infection almost every month and so I tried to be very careful with my feminine wash. Luckily, a friend introduced to …
More Yoga for the Rest of Us with Peggy Cappy
I wasn’t sure what to expect when I picked up a copy of More Yoga for the Rest of Us with Peggy Cappy since I was unfamiliar with her first video, or any of her work on Public Television.
While I like the inclusion of all …
Lytess Orange Peel Slimming Arm Sleeves
I used Lytess Orange Peel Slimming Arm Sleeves by Lytess and I think they are a good product. They were mailed to me fast, in less than 3 weeks, and in good shape without any defect. I like them a lot because of so many reasons. They fit my …
The Thymes Gold Leaf Body Cream 7.75 oz
I used to visit a little independent gift store in town that sold a lot of products by Crabtree and Evelyn and The Thymes. I fell in love with several of the Thymes scents. My usual favorites were the olive leaf and eucalyptus, but one day I was browsing …
Colgate Total Mint Stripe Toothpaste
I tend to be very picky about what goes in my mouth, especially when it comes to my teeth and gums. I am diabetic and it is important that I keep my mouth free of infection as that can affect my overall health.
Not long ago, I bought some Colgate Total …
Merit Fitness 725T Treadmill
My husband and I used to go to the gym but when we build our new house we found it quite practical to make a room for one mini gym. Well that has been a good decision. This has saved us some money as we don’t pay for a …
Boost with High Protein
My illness sometimes keeps me from getting the nutrients I need into my body, which is why I have been drinking Boost with High Protein in the flavor of Rich Chocolate. The nutritional drink taste chocolaty good get mwith a bit of creaminess to it and it doesn’t upset …
Aviane birth control
I am currently taking Aviane birth control pills ( the generic for Levlite- 28 Tablet) , and they are a wonder pill. There are many benefits being on birth control pills. My favorite benefit is shorter periods. I use to hate havig my period, …
Aveeno Active Naturals Stress Relief Body Wash
My favorite natural stress relieving body washes to use is Aveeno Active Naturals Stress Relief Body Wash. It has a very calming lavender aroma to it and contains soothing and moisturizing ingredients that help cleanse and moisturize my skin while relieving stress from body, mind, and spirit.
The way …
Bokek White Gardenia Bath (Dead Sea) Salt 2.2lb
I take a nightly bath to treat the muscle pain and spasms caused by the chronic fibromyalgia which I have suffered since my late teens. The hot water really helps to reduce pain and relax the muscles so that I can sleep better and have less stiffness when I awake. …
Neutrogena Body Lotion
I obtained a small sample of Neutrogena Body Lotion from a stay at a hotel while on vacation. I was impressed that the hotel chain offered higher end brands for their guest supplies.
I’ve used Neutrogena brand many times in the past and was always very pleased …
Clean and Clear Advantage Clearing Astringent
My son used to have big problem with acne. He probably got his type of skin from his father who also was troubled by acne during his younger days. I never really thought my son would be beset by pimple problems because he used to have very fine and …
Traditional Medicinals Organic Smooth Move Senna Tea
Irregular bowel movement and constipation is common to anybody. It is because of stress, diet and everything that affects us in a very unhealthy manner. I have been suffering from irregular bowel movement. It is really inconvenience because sometimes you feel you are bloated when you cannot defecate for …
Athma-Pure Inhale-Pure with Stop-Snore Nosefilters
I suffer with pollen allergies every year, and some years are worse than others. The only thing that really helps is Benadryl, but taking it makes me so drowsy that I can’t really function well. This means whenever I get invited to an outdoor event, I have a choice—“ either …
Ped Egg Pedicure Foot File
When I opened my birthday present of the Ped Egg, I exclaimed with false enthusiasm “Oh, a cheese grater, awesome. I needed one.”
After the laughter and my red face faded, I realized it was made for my feet, which are definitely not cheese. Well, it …
Up & Up (Target) Sleep Aid Softgels 64 ct
Many people are not aware that diphenhydramine hydrochloride is a medication used both for allergies, and insomnia. Benadryl and Unisom have the same medication in them, and can easily be used interchangeably. When I had an allergy attack while visiting some relatives, I had neglected to take along anything …
Natural Beauty DVD by Wellspring Media
While trying to learn more about massage therapy, I came across a unique DVD. Not only did it contain information on Swedish Percussion techniques, but it also had chapters on Acupressure, and the “Natural Face Lift” facial exercise program.
The Natural Beauty DVD by Wellspring …
Nature’s Bounty V Power
Nature’s Bounty V Power is a great over the counter medicine. It has a lot different natural supplements and extracts in it. After time with hectic schedules, it can be difficult to always be in aroused and in the mood. Nature’s Bounty V Power offers a …
Colgate Motion Power Electric Toothbrush
It took a debilitating wrist injury to finally convince me to consider buying an electric toothbrush. Every now and then, I get this pain on my wrist after spending long hours fiddling the keyboard and mouse. This neuritis has been affecting my normal activities. The acute …
Breathe Right Nasal Strips
Breathe Right Nasal Strips have been a great help alleviating my breathing problems at night. I have allergies and it seems like every time I lie down, my nose immediately gets stuffy. I use Breathe Right Nasal Strips when my allergies act up or if I get …
Kava Cool Complex
I wanted to talk about this herb that I tried taking due to a few health issues. They weren’t bg health issues, more like mental and physical health issues. I have always been against the idea of taking medications for depression so I went the other direction. I took …
Pronto Plus Anti-biotic Lice Household Spray 6oz
I was pretty surprised when I even found a product like this, especially for the price, at only $5, but it’s been a life saver. My kids are both in junior high school, and I constantly get sent home these notices that there’s been lice outbreaks on students at …
Wild Thyme Botanicals Sweet Ginger Peach Handmade Soap Bar
I have long had a love for handmade soaps. My mother does not share this interest, as she prefers liquid body washes. I normally use liquid products in the winter when my skin tends to be very dry. In the summer, I can get away with whatever cleanser I want …
Aura Cacia Euphoria Aromatherapy Mineral Bath 2.5 oz
When a fellow fibromyalgia sufferer make a shopping trip and picked up lots of bath goodies for her nightly hot bath, she was generous in sharing with me. One of the products she gave me was Aura Cacia Euphoria mineral bath. I got several fragrances, and the euphoria was one …
Lactacyd Confidence Feminine Wash
Lactacyd feminine wash is an important part of my life already. I have been using it for years and years now and there is no way I am living without it.
Up until I was fifteen, I did not know the different parts of my body have different needs …
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