When I was deciding on a gym to join I went and tried out the local LA Fitness gym, which is located on the Tewkesbury Road as you drive in towards Cheltenham, it is next door to Aldi supermarket. The centre is open from six thirty in the …

I decided to replace my back scrubber loofah with this braided pouf-like scrubber. There are some definite pros and cons with the item.
On the “pro” side, it is inexpensive. It does not mildew easily—“ it drains really well if you hang it, and since the width of it …

This shampoo is a Japanese product, which I ordered after my brother sent me some other health and beauty aids from Japan and I became interested in them. This shampoo can be ordered online and is available for purchase to people in the US.
It is a lovely …

I have been using baking soda on my toothbrush to brush my teeth for quite a while now. It makes my mouth feel so refreshing clean and my teeth feel so good. I had a friend tell me that her dentist told her to never use baking soda …

It has become an annual ritual for us, me and my husband Steve, to embark on an ayurvedic sojourn to India. For the last ten years we visited the southern state of Kerala and experienced a fortnight of rejuvenating and detoxifying treatments from different ayurvedic centers mostly attached to …

The recent epidemic in most affluent societies is obesity and high cholesterol. There are people who go to a Gym for regular workout and keep fit but I am not one of those. Even if I could afford the high prices of Gym, I would not go …

I cannot validate certain claims placed by some beauty-enhancing supplements that they truly work. Even prescriptive anti-acne medications did less to clear my skin problems. From dermatologist-prescribed pills to herbal supplements, at some point I was able to reach credible success at suppressing acne but the thought …

I had access to a hot tub when I was living in Texas for a few months, and it was wonderful for my fibromyalgia to let the water gently massage my sore muscles. I normally took a hot bath indoors to treat the symptoms, and one thing I really missed …

I know of someone who had several surgeries on his back, and his pain was pretty constant. He bought a Thermophore Arthritis Pad and it seemed to be helping him. When we were talking, a long while back, about my back issues, he suggested I get one …

I’ve been a fan of Neutrogena products for many years now. I was introduced, by a friend of mine, to their cream cleanser face wash, and have used it religiously for about five years, and find that it’s really helped control my breakouts a lot. I’ve always suffered from …

Okay, after using this for an hour I did not want to ever get up. My poor back went into withdrawal because it felt so good. To anyone who has ever experienced any chronic and excruciating back pain, please try this. If you don’t want to shell out the …

Recently, I was chatting with friends about my desire to get more fit, and I described to them some of the exercises I normally do at home. Some of them told me that they did the same, but they use ankle and wrist weights to make their muscles work …

I am the type of person who sweats a lot especially on my hands, my feet and underarms. When it comes to my feet, I always use Milcu Underarm and Foot Deodorant Powder. I rub an ample amount of powder on my feet, then I wear my socks or …

It can be very emotional, scary, and strange to not know of you might be pregnant. I had a very brief period in my life when I was involved with someone and did not use any kind of contraception. I did not use it because I was told …

My boyfriend brought home is own mouthwash. He tends to leave things out on the counter. Sigh. One of my pet peeves is things like ugly mouthwash containers left out on the bathroom counter tops. So, I was happy that he at least chose a bottle that was attractive …

I think it is pretty important to most people to stay fresh. I know it is something that is always on my mind. I try to use different products to ensure that I am fresh for most of the day. One item that I have tried recently is the …

I think these sanitary towels are brilliant considering the price. These are the Ultra Towels with Wings by Tesco’s own brand and it only cost me just over a pound for a packet of 16 towels. They cost about 10p each basically, so I was not expecting …

When I saw this hand balm on the Simple Scents lineup, I looked to see what it was about, as I have been planning to do a little gardening this year myself. I was interested to find that the intended use of this product is to put it on …

The crocin syrup is like a god gift for me. It is so because, of many such reasons which I have given below. I have 3 children and my little daughter is 2 years old. It is very hard for my daughter to take any syrups …

I’ll be honest… I had no idea what resveratrol was until I bought this product. But the bottle claimed all sorts of results, including a healthy cardiovascular system, immune system, capillary strength and lowered cholesterol levels. I had previously had a visit with my doctor concerning allergies, and some …

I purchased Pert Plus Shampoo and conditioner at the local grocery store for $2.99 for a 13.5 oz. bottle. I wanted to give a mixture of shampoo and conditioner a try to see if would be easier than using separate conditioners and shampoos. The price was comparable to other …

The main reason I purchased the Dr Scholl’s Massaging Gel Outrageous Comfort Dual Gel Insoles Women is because the packaging said it was good for athletic shoes, casual and dress shoes. Too many times I’ve purchased an insole just to find out that it’s totally useless to use in …

Lice are a major problem especially with children, most of the time a group of children group up together and have fun. They don’t care about hygiene and for that matter anything else in the world. My 11 year daughter is the naughtiest of all and so called the …

Enervon C claims to give more energy and happiness to customers. And it does just that. When the first case of AH1N1 was diagnosed in the Philippines, I was scared that it would someday be a victim of this deadly virus. Thus, my first response is to find a …

I try to take good care of my lips and keep them soft and healthy all year. In the winter it can be a challenge, since the heating system in our house makes the air very dry, and add in the cold weather—“ I get very dry lips that are …

The cookie diet is one that I had heard a lot about since it was first invented because it allows you to eat snacks and also lose weight which I thought was too good to be true but when I had seen it on the today’s show they were …

My body metabolism is so great that I do not benefit from any of the vitamins I should gain from real food. Thus I had to rely on popping multi vitamin, multi fiber and multi mineral three times a day after each meal. I finally gain 22 pounds however sadly …

By far, its toughest competition is Listerine, but I still prefer Colgate Plax Freshmint Mouthwash. Not only is it cheaper, but it does the job just as good as any other mouthwash. It’s become a part of my daily oral hygiene to help fight against cavities, plaque, gingivitis and …

I enrolled in this gym because I was not contented with my previous gym. I feel that the place was small, they did not introduce anything new, there was no spa and all. Fitness First has lots of branches in Manila and in Cebu. This was my main consideration …

I had read a few articles about the benefits of taking Echinacea, and had tried it as a tea a few times, but really couldn’t get into the flavor enough to drink it long term and see what the benefits would be, and then sort of turned away from …

Due to my hectic schedules- trying to balance work both in the in office and at home would sometimes leave me no time for my personal care. Wearing make- up everyday was a part and parcel of my daily routine, but removing the make —“ up in a proper …

I never buy new cosmetic products for myself because I am always worried about wasting money on something I won’t like or won’t use. My mom knows this, so she always uses this to her advantage at birthdays and Christmas to bombard me with makeup and various other cosmetics. …

I was given this product as part of a little Origins gift basket someone made me for Christmas. I have tried several natural deodorants to try and get away from using the aluminum containing ones every day. (I still use them, but I like to take “days off” from the …

Always on a search for the latest and best bath products (or older ones I have not tried yet) I came across this Abra Green Tea Tonic bath to give a try. I have fibromyalgia and I benefit greatly from hot baths as they soothe my muscle pain and help …

I have been using this product for a few years now. And it really helps with my immune system such as colds and flus. Though you have to be on it for quite a while as your body gets adjusted to it. The pharmacist advises that you take this …

My glowing skin always remained my greatest asset to help me look attractive and beautiful. I always received compliments from family and friends who always wanted to know the secret of my healthy looking skin. Though the compliments left me feeling really flattered —“ I always knew it was …

N-Large^2 is a mass gainer containing 52 grams of protein per serving. The product is designed to help a person put on weight by supplying the body with all of the necessary proteins and amino acids. I’ve been taking N-Large^2 now for about six months and there have been …

I have always been a loyal Lubriderm user but with money tightening lately, I’ve been trying generic and store brands. I found Perfect Purity brand in a dollar store and decided to take a chance with it. Most Lubriderm knock-offs are of lesser quality but do bare some resemblance …

I am always looking for something to boost my metabolism and help me lose weight. I read good reviews on this product and decided to order it. It is a liquid in a dropper bottle, which is a little inconvenient compared to tablets, but then having to mix a protein …

I have chronic pain from fibromyalgia, and when I am out running errands or hanging out with friends, I like to have pain relief with me at all times, just in case—“ I don’t want to let a little pain ruin my day.
I have carried ibuprofen and acetaminophen …

Of course I know it’s a germ filled world out there where the evil strains of flu and worse lurk out there ready to pounce on an unsuspecting healthy soul and where even something as innocent as shaking the wrong hand or sipping from someone else’s drink could leave you …

I became fascinated with foaming hand washes when I realized how economical they actually were. I had been under the false impression that because they were a very thin consistency, that it meant they were so watered down that it would take a lot of the product to make a …

I began having frequent morning migraines a few years ago. A trip to the doctor and several tests later, I was given a prescription for Imitrex. This is a medication to treat and prevent migraines. On the first say of taking it, I did not notice any …

When I have severe flare ups of fibromyalgia, I feel like my batteries have been completely drained. I barely have the energy to function, with none left over to enjoy life. I’ve tried a lot of different supplement products that are supposed to give energy, and one of them was …

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 …

During my time of the month I like to feel protected but also comfortable. I like to use tampons, because I feel they are cleaner and easier to dispose of. I am not too picky about the type of tampons I use, as long as they are absorbent. I …

One summer I got a nasty surprise. Because I had been out in the heat sweating for hours while helping someone work on a project, I developed an adult equivalent of a diaper rash! Most of these kinds of rashes are caused by yeast, and since I am diabetic, I …

I am 24 and I still have acne problems, so up to this moment I have tried lots of cosmetics. I no more trust promising advertisements, including nicely made ads of Vichy. When I just began to use the Vichy Normaderm, the result was obvious. In two weeks my …

I used to live in an apartment that had tiles in the bathroom. I’d always been used to have one of those plastic bathtub surrounds, and this was the first time I had to deal with tiles and the grout in between the tiles that tend to get full …

Seasonal Affective Disorder is one of those life difficulties that can be, perhaps, more easily diagnosed by one’s self than any medical physician or psychologist. The roots of this disorder are foundationalized upon the concept that during the winter months, when it is colder, people usually tend to …