For the birth of our second son we used the Cheltenham Maternity unit ST Paul’s wing. We had being going to Cheltenham for all the anti natal and the scans throughout the months leading up to the birth of Josh so we were very familiar with the hospital …

In this day and age of bed bug horror stories, it is no wonder we live in fear. And since we close our houses up and use heat or air conditioning year round, out sheets and other linens do not get that fresh air required to help our …

Although not explicitly stated as such this supplement is claimed to be the “natural Viagra”.
This legendary Peruvian Maca today known as Peruvian Ginseng, according to modern studies may promote libido, sexual potency and energy. The nutritional value of dried maca root is high, similar to cereal grains such as …

I can remember countless times when I have gone to bed with my make-up from the day still on my face. This is such a bad thing to do because it keeps your pours clogged for such an extended period of time and makes your skin very oily. And …

I have always been the one to catch everything. If anyone near me was sick I would catch it. I always had a poor immune system. I was always sick from something. It wasn’t until about two years ago that I stopped getting sick all of the time. I …

The Thermionics Advanced ThermiPaq Therapeutic Hot & Cold Pad is just another in a long line of heating pads and cold packs that I’ve tried my hand at over the years. My experience with this kinds of products is really beginning to border on the compulsive, but as long …

My absolute favorite mouthwash to use for protecting my mouth from cavities believe it or not is the Act Kids Alcohol Free AntiCavity Fluoride Rinse for Kids in the bubble gum flavor. I simply love the flavor of bubble gum as an adult, but also like keeping my teeth …

I have used a lot of different flosses looking for the best one. When my Hummingbird powered flosser ran out of tips and I couldn’t find more, I decided to give this product a try. I am not the world’s biggest fan of “Listerine flavor” but with it …

I have a soft spot for “old time” remedies. When I was cleaning house for an elderly lady who was no longer able to do it for herself because of limited mobility, I came across a few things in her medicine cabinet that were very interesting. One was a very …

A few days back, when I happened to receive this product called Bodycology coconut lime fragrance mist as a gift from my sister, I felt quiet thrilled and happy. The fact that this product looked quite unique and interesting made me feel quite excited about using it as soon …

The One Touch brand Ultra Mini is a Blood Glucost Monitoring System. I’ve been using it for 3 months to monitor my blood-sugars for gestational diabetes. It’s quick and easy. I’m sure with a little help a 4 year old could master this device. The only problem I’ve run …

My daughter is an active child, but when she reached the age of three, she became even more active. Maybe because she started going to school at this age, and she became exposed to more children her age. She was introduced to more physical activities and games at school. …

A week ago we purchased Oral B pulsar toothbrush with vibrating micro pulse bristles. This tooth brush is light and requires no battery replacement. Not at heavy like the dual battery vibrating toothbrush out in the market. Easy to use and looks like any ordinary toothbrush. Just …

I do not like to use maxi pads often, but find that they can be very useful sometimes. I purchased some Smart Sense Maxi Pads Super Absorbency, hoping they would be a good back up to my tampon. I hate the way tampons sit and they sometime allow leakage …

I bought this body wash for my partner, who unfortunately turned out to be allergic to it. It produced some itching, although not any serious reactions. I felt it was safest to stop using it since it might get worse if continued. Not wanting it to go to waste, I …

This product from Bath and Body Works is a tiny sample of their anti bacterial hand sanitizer, and is one of my favorite stocking stuffers to buy in the holiday season. Often on sale, and available in a variety of their signature scents, this little bottle is the perfect size …

I’ve always loved the smell of menthol, camphor and eucalyptus vapors. My parents covered me in Vicks Vaporub when I had a cold, I’ve used it in vaporizers many times for colds, and sometimes I just like the cool feeling it gave your sinuses when you sniffed the jar.
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I like to use children’s toothpastes because my mouth is very sensitive to the strong mint flavors in adult mainstream products. I change brands regularly for variety. This is one that I came across when I was actually looking for a natural mouthwash.
The sparkle berry blast is a …

While shopping at TJ Maxx the other day I noticed a value priced Perfect Pilates kit by Gaiam. This kit featured an excellent padded exercise mat and a forty-five minute Target Specifics Pilates workout instructed by Jennifer Kries.
As I have only seen The Method …

Diurex Water Pills are the over the counter solution for water retention. I was having some health issues and was retaining a lot of water. It really took a toll on my ability to get around. It even affected the feeling in my legs. I had ordered another product …

At the advice of my doctor (and because of my own experience) I take a probiotic whenever I have to take a course of antibiotic drugs. In the past I have developed both yeast infections and nasty gastrointestinal symptoms from taking antibiotics, and I learned my lesson …

First of all, I got this toothbrush sanitizer simply for its cute egg shape. I thought it was the nicest toothbrush holder to squeeze next to my chaotic supplies of toiletries. Apart from that, it’s actually a sterilizing gadget for cleaning my toothbrush. Before, I would …

I was one of the unfortunate few born with sensitive teeth, like my father. I am one of the people in the world that have such sensitive teeth that I do not drink anything without a straw. I never use ice and frequently enjoy soft …

When I lived near the shore in New Jersey, there was a little bath shop that sold upscale products and brands like Crabtree and Evelyn. I became a huge fan of this brand and its products. One of my favorite purchases was the La Source bath tablets, which carry …

I have fibromyalgia, and have used many different types of topical creams and gels for pain. Most of the ones I tend to use are the menthol based products like Ben Gay, Mineral Ice, etc., that work as counter-irritants. Counter-irritants produce a warming or cooling effect on the skin, which …

I had never had any sign of allergies or ear infections in my 45 years of life. Then I moved to the allergy capital of the world, also known as Knoxville, Tennessee. I also worked in a historical building for two years, which may have had fungus …

In this stressful world where I belong, it is necessary for me to take in all the supplements I can have. So aside from the Cecon Chewable Tablet, I am also taking Ming’s Grape Seed Soft Capsule. Before I was taking Myra 300E but then I learned from Teentalk …

I have no idea what a “liquid crystal” is supposed to be, and I was skeptical to think that would actually matter—“ but the attractive packaging of this product caught my attention, and my experience with the brand added to this shampoo’s wonderful fragrance and promises of protecting and enhancing …

When I saw the cool green color of this wash, I had to pick it up and see what it was about. I have only used a few of the Dial body washes, and they were pretty good. This one claims to be an oil moisturizer formula, which is clear …

All my life, I’ve been very fair-skinned and a toe-headed child. My mother would lather on me layers and layers of sunblock before ever letting me out of the house. As I got older and she figured I was responsible enough to administer that kind of attention on myself, …

As any Diabetic knows monitoring your blood sugar is an essential part of handling the disease. There are many glucose meters on the market and I have tried several. The one that I have found work best for me is the OneTouch Ultra Mini. This is a small compact …

Swish is a mouthwash that I have only come across at Walmart stores. There, a sixteen fluid ounce bottle retails for two dollars and forty-nine cents. The tall, slender bottle stands out amongst the other mouthwashes on the shelf and the vividness of the color of the mouthwash is …

Once when I was overly concerned about body odors, I bought a chlorophyll based product called “Body Mint” which did a great job of helping to deodorize from the inside. I definitely noticed an improvement in body odor while using them. I ran out eventually and I more recently …

I have never been the type of person to rely on weight loss pills, drinks, foods, and other quick fix methods to lose weight because at the end of the day they are in fact quick fixes, and they do not instruct someone how to properly change their diet …

I have been a fan of neutrogene products for a little over five years now. Sometimes they work great, other times they don’t work much at all, but for the most part I’ve found that neutrogena is great for cleansing products, but not necessarily acne products. As a youth, …

I went motorcycling with my boyfriend this past weekend. I will admit that I have always been slightly clumsy, which is the main reason why I took a lot of extra precautions while riding. Ironically, I ended up taking a major spill when I was getting off …

I had my first experience with the chi machine at the Massage and Healing Center. The Chi Machine is a medical device that manipulates the soft tissue of the body for the purpose of increasing overall comfort by relieving minor muscular pain and discomfort caused by fatigue and …

Off late, I noticed that the skin on my hands felt quite dull and scaly, but what really looked in bad condition were my cuticles which in fact so dry that they sometimes just cracked and caused bleeding. This situation almost made it just impossible for me to do …

I am a regular jogger but never been to gym. I even never assumed whether I can monitor my heart rate while jogging. I was so much interested in this product that helped me to monitor my heart rate while doing exercise and helped me to know whether I …

I recently started taking a new medication which has had me experiencing some negative side effects. The worst one has been acne bumps on the sides of my face and my chin. I have tried a lot of different acne products in the past, the majority of …

I have been using a sleep mask to block out light for years. It really helps me to sleep better, since I often keep late hours and like to sleep in when I am dealing with fibromyalgia flare ups, which affect my quality of sleep. I have used several masks …

I have a tendency towards combination skin and occasional outbreaks of adult acne. Although I am slightly allergic to benzoyl peroxide, I was in a desperate rush to get rid of a very obvious pimple before a date, and I bravely tried this product a couple of days before hand, …

My oral hygiene is very important to me. After spending almost two months battling a gum problem a few years ago, I got it all cleared up, and promised myself it would never happen again. In addition to careful brushing, flossing daily, and going to the dentist at the …

I can’t believe, over the last two years, how many natural products or products that use natural ingredients, I’ve found to help treat my sleeping disorder. I have been (almost ten years ago now) clinically diagnosed as having “delayed sleep disorder” which basically means it takes me a very …

Udderly Smooth Udder Cream is a product made for sore or bruised cattle udder and teats. It is meant to be applied after milkings. However, I heard via word of mouth about this product for another use. The fact that I purchased this product in the …

Efficascent oil has been very helpful to my family for many years. I remember when I was still a little girl, whenever I get minor skin irritations, insect bites or gas pains, my mother would take a bottle of efficascent from the cabinet and after a little massage and …

I sit at the computer for long periods and sometimes my eyes get either dry or irritated. Last Spring, I had some trouble with pollen allergies, which left my eyes feeling irritated most of the time, and staring at the monitor only made things worse. My dry eyes drops were …

I bought Gaiam Total Body Balance Ball for $30 online, which weighed 3 lbs and was 65 in diameters. As a yoga ball, I can say it was pretty good because it was a great way to help improve my posture. It is also burst-resistant and it was versatile …

We were given free samples of the Gargol Oral Wash in one of the establishments we went into when we were having our lunch. All you need to do is sign up your name and you will be given 2 flavors of a 10 ml sample. As indicated in …

If you have ever suffered a really bad sunburn, you know exactly what I mean when I say you don’t want anything to touch your skin. When I accidentally fell sleep outdoors while on vacation, I never imagined I would end up with such a bad burn. It …