I had been using the regular fresh mint Colgate Total for years and was very happy with it. I have tried other toothpastes like Oral B, Pepsodent etc., but in my opinion Colgate Total series is the best in terms of taste, freshness of breath, clean feel and …

When you get a cut or a burn, what’s the first thing you run for? Of course, a band-aid. You might want to wash the cut out first and make sure it is not infected, but everybody depends on band-aids. What I have noticed through my use of bandaids …

I received this as a gift from a very, very close friend. At first I thought this was a set of scented personal lubricants, since it was made by KY, the King of personal lubes.
However, only one of the small trial size bottles was a lubricant. It was the …

Due to a foot sprain I had encountered a few weeks back, I was unable to wear my house slippers for quite some time which thereby resulted in making my feet become dirty ad unclean. In fact after a fortnight I noticed that I developed some cracks on my …

I am a little bit of a clean freak when it comes to personal hygiene. I normally keep some baby wipes under my sink cabinet for use in the bathroom. I simply like the way they make me feel more clean. When I was in Target …

So something called “Toe Juice” isn’t exactly the most inviting product on the market, but there’s something funny and catchy about it that had me reading the back of the bottle regardless. I certaily wasn’t looking for a “toe juice” product that I thought could help me with any …

Fighting the common cold war seems to be a losing battle for me.Sad to say, I found out that there is no quick relief for the common cold. No matter what you do once you caught the colds,you will have to let it run its course,from days to weeks.Realizing …

My mother is a huge fan of Montel Williams, and we’ve used several of his products between us. When she heard about this drink mix, she thought I might be interested. In reading about the contents, I was impressed. There was some emphasis on the fact that its …

There’s been times when I’ve had some problems with my elbows hurting me. Nothing the doctors have said or done has helped me with this problem but it’s been so bad at times that I can’t even straighten my arm out or lift up a book bag of school …

I am not sure why the company Met-rx thought it would be a good idea to introduce pancake mix that is protein. Basically this product is pancake mix with protein in it and too be completely honest this stuff tasted so horrible and I would prefer undercooked regular pancakes …

I was introduced to this amazing, award winning facial mask by a fellow tea lover, who had a special interest in green tea and its health effects. The Matcha green tea used in this product is a star- and it is filled with all kinds of other healthy botanical ingredients …

When I purchased Phentramin-d, which was the time I tried to take Dexatrim. I do not have a good experience with Dexatrim not because it is not effective. It is effective in making me lose weight but I never experience the blocking of hunger. The worst part is the …

I have been wearing glasses for years. I used to wear contacts and glasses only part time, but since I became sensitive to the contacts, I wear glasses most of the time now. I don’t know how it is that one’s glasses get so dirty and oily. I guess we …

Mealtimes have not been my favorite times to nourish my body lately because my digestive system has been completely off. Recently, I went to my local herbal shop and purchased the Traditional Medicinals Organic Peppermint Eater’s Digest Herbal Tea to see if that would help me and so far, …

Last week I happened to experience severe cold and cough which almost made me bedridden. Due to nasal congestion I was actually finding it hard to breathe- which made me feel rather uncomfortable and irritated. But what was even more pathetic was the fact that the more I blew …

If you have dealt with acne like I have, you search till you find the right cleanser. The problem was for me, no matter what I tried, I couldn’t find the right cleanser to clear up my face. No matter what I did, the acne got worse. And when …

I started using Minocycline about 2 months ago, but i’ve started seeing results about 2 weeks ago, which is the biggest improvement i have seen on my acne with any other topical creams. It usually should take about 6-8 weeks to start seeing with results with this medicine …

I received a jar of the Mill Creek “Instant Home Spa” salt scrub as a gift. I had used a few mill Creek products, but not the scrubs. This is a pretty basic formula, with an ocean type of scent, a little like the “Oceans” candles at Pier One, but …

I like to use a body scrub to exfoliate in the winter, especially one with some good moisturizing oils in it. I also have fibromyalgia, and regularly use herbal and menthol remedies to massage with, as they help with the pain and cramping the illness can cause.
I have …

I have to admit to having this slight addiction to trying new multivitamins. It wasn’t until about two years that I actually even considered taking a daily vitamin at all, but I was feeling a reduction in my energy levels and was just sort of “out of it” most …

About a week ago, I was over at a friend’s house and after we had done our regular weekly shopping, we decided that we deserved some well-earned time and luxury that can only mean one thing: the hot tub. Luckily she lives in a nice condo development and had a …

Dandruff is a very common problem, and in my case, I haven’t always had it. There was a time when my hair was extremely dry, and it caused the dandruff to appear. Then I had to look for a shampoo special to get rid of it, and I tried …

I am forty one, and have had a few changes in my menstrual cycles in the last few years. Hormonally, I am probably entering peri-menopause, and periods have begun to have more severe symptoms than before, with heavier flow, more cramping, worse moodiness and irritability and bloating. I have …

Once in awhile I treat myself to something fun that I would have loved as a kid. I don’t usually admit to it, but this was really fun so I wanted to share. When I last made an Avon order, one of the items I ordered was the Bath …

I found a great product in CVS that I will definitely be using when I travel. CVS store brand makes a package of four mini portable toothbrushes with a built in floss pick on the opposite end.
This is the ultimate in convenience for traveling! There is one …

Glycodine one of the best cough syrup which is rich with the goodness of tulsi (Indian herb with great medical values).The tulsi soothes the throat and gives fast relief from sore throat and cough. It’s just the best cough syrup available with no side effects whatever. …

The Miswak also called Peelu is a twig from the Arak tree. It has been used for thousand of years even before its inception in Islam. It has been used for dental hygiene and has a host of health benefits. I wondered upon this twig one day while browsing …

When bath and Body Works has their semi annual clearance sales, I am one of the first ones in the door. They have one after Christmas, and I stocked up this past year on lots of lotions and shower gels. So many, in fact, that I forgot about a few! …

I pride myself in taking small, but important, steps to live greener and greener, for the wellbeing of the environment, and my own health.
Some month ago I bought 1 kg of soap nuts, to try out.
I was a bit weary at start but, boy, was I surprised at the results …

I try to eat healthy and stay in shape, but during the winter months when it’s cold outside, it’s easy to let health and fitness slip a bit. So, as the weather began to get warmer last spring, I realized that I needed to tone up and lose …

Vilantae is a product which has been available for over 7 years in the market and is know to cure acne no matter how bad it is. So I decided to give it a go what could I loose from trying it? Well first of all it was a …

After having attended my cousin’s wedding, when I returned home- I was in for a shock. I discovered that my gorgeous looking hair had suddenly started looking limp and lifeless (perhaps due to the various style products used during the wedding). Initially I thought that the condition of my …

I hate to even relive this embarassing problem, but I suppose it’s a necessary evil. About two years ago, I started to notice what I thought was a pimple forming on the underside of my arm. After another two days, it was getting larger, about the size of a …

The Back Magic Stretching Device might just be the best $30.00 that I have ever spent. I suffer(ed) from constant lower back pain. This device is a small device that you lay on, on the floor - it has a base and a cradle. It is …

After doing a great deal of online research, talking with other dieters, and even reading part of Dr. Atkins’ book on his diet plan, I have to say that this did not seem like a healthy approach to dieting. After only one day on my first attempt, I felt …

I am a meticulous mom, I guess that goes with my being a nurse. When my kids get sick, or anybody in the family, I want to be in charge all the time coz I trust the kind of care I provide to everybody. I have so much confidence …

Oral B is a well known and trusted brand for oral care needs. I have used many of their products, and will continue to. I floss every day. I learned my lesson from a case of gingivitis, which was treated and resolved—“ and now I am determined it …

This nutritional supplement is a combination of lycium fruit and licorice. This combination boosts the immune system with its content natural flavonoids. I started taking this supplement upon the advice of a good friend who noticed that I was usually tense and stressed from the many social and business …

I fell for a sales pitch and ended up spending a lot of money for this product. I have combination skin, with seasonal differences. In the winter, I have dry areas that really need a heavier moisturizer and I can only use cream-based cleansers and not soap or foaming cleansers …

Having fibromyalgia, I have always been a huge fan of heated pillows and wraps. I have some that are filled with rice, as well as various other types with herbs, grains, and even gels. When a friend saw this product, he knew it would be perfect for me. This is …

When I went for blood work at my doctor’s office one day, the phlebotomist gave me a Spongebob Band Aid for my puncture site. I was a good sport about it, and honestly forgot the thing was on me—“ I usually have them pulled off by the time I am …

I cannot say enough good things about Laxter, Long and Savage Pediatric Dentistry in South Charlotte, NC. I have been taking both of my children to Dr. Savage since they were three. Now when they find out that a dental appointment is approaching, there is not an …

I have always loved travelling, but the problem of nausea and dizziness which I generally witnessed during long hours of journey, almost made me feeling skeptical before starting out. Though travelling short distances seemed bearable, my real problem would start on those long journeys- where initially my stomach would …

After being seriously unimpressed with the Bally Pilates Twist Board, I really hesitated purchasing the Bally Tri-level Balance Board.
The one thing that changed my mind though was seeing the Biggest Loser’s Bob Harper using a similar one to explain how it helps engage the core …

As the temperature outside rises, my workout resolve tends to wane. So when I had an opportunity to try out a water workout program, of course I gladly jumped right in. If you are looking for a no-impact aerobic and strength training routine, why not beat the …

A few days ago, I woke up with a serious aching neck. I must have slept funny on it, but it hurt so bad I could hardly turn my head to the right. I had used up all the Icy Hot cream I had in the house and so …

One fact that our planet is having is the widely emerging pollution from air, land and water.
With this state not only the environment suffers and brings so much calamities but also our health are at its stake.
From the past last quarter of this year we suffers from …

Since I have a bad back and my knees act up, as well as my wrist when a rain is coming, I have tried a variety of creams, gels, and such to try and relieve my pain so that I can function like a normal person throughout the day, …

I have fibromyalgia and sometimes lower back pain. In the past, I have used pain patches that warm up, and also patches that provide a counter-irritant effect. The counter-irritant products contain menthol and various other substances that impart a warm or cold effect to the area of skin they …

I have fibromyalgia and one way to fight it is with gentle massage. I use a variety of massage oils and lotions, and it has become a hobby of mine to make my own blends from good quality carrier oils and essential oils. One staple that I use is …