I ordered my Derek Cardigan eyeglasses through Coastal Eyewear, and I was lucky enough to get them on a free promotion where all I had to pay for was the shipping. These are one of my favorite pairs of glasses, and I’m only disappointed that I didn’t upgrade the …

When I was out shopping one day, I started my period. Fortunately, I had taken precautions since I knew it was due any time, but I did not think to bring any pain reliever with me for cramps. Some months I have hardly any cramps at all, and other months …

When waiting on a prescription at a local pharmacy, I was looking around the store (which is always a bad idea because I find a lot of items I “have to have”), and I happened across the Mommy’s Helper Safer Grip Foot Rest and I thought that it would …

This product was designed for women get extra calcium in their diets so they can avoid osteoporosis later in their lives. The “Soft Chews” are actually very pleasant to take, the texture of the chew, is that of a soft caramel from a box of candy. The …

Because I was so impressed with Butler’s GUM brand of mini brush, I thought I would love these even more, since Colgate is one of my favorite trusted brands.
While these are small and convenient for on the go, there were a few things that I thought could have …

I have diabetes, and part of this lovely disease can be frequently occurring yeast infections. Since every symptom might not indicate a yeast infection, it is often better to be safe than sorry. I have had cases where a shift in pH or something weird would cause a bacterial overgrowth …

As an adult, I’m not ashamed to confess that I have girl-scout instincts instilled in me. That doesn’t mean I bring a battalion of first aid treatments and kits on the go, just the bare necessities my health insurance don’t cover (but are just as important nonetheless). …

Tired of itchy legs after shaving with soap or body wash, I decided to try some shave cream made for women to use in the shower. There were several brands available, and I chose Pure Silk, which is made by Barbasol. It was inexpensive, and there was a …

This product definitely delivered what it says it offers. It is Clinically proven relief for sensitive teeth. And I think the sensitive teeth that they were talking about is for all types of sensitivities because this is what I used when I became pregnant. My teeth became really …

I have used Johnson and Johnson’s baby shampoo (the regular formula) off and on for years, ever since my mom used it on me as a kid.
The last time I purchased body powder, I chose the Johnson and Johnson’s lavender scented baby powder. I loved the scent …

When I suffered a severe case of food poisoning, from which a month long ordeal of nausea and lack of appetite plagued me, my partner and family were doing anything and everything to try and get me to eat.
Even the softest and blandest of foods turned my stomach. I …

I have used a few Kirkland supplements before and generally find them to be good. Vitamin E is a great product to use for heart health, the immune system and a ton of other health benefits. My actual reason for buying these was for something different. While you can buy …

I was looking for something to keep my mouth fresh but I don’t like the normal mouth rinses. I decided to give Colgate Phosflur a try and paid $12.43 at the grocery store for it. It stated that it was a mint taste and I was hoping that it …

Spinbrushes have really advanced over the years, while many people still use manual tooth brushes, they may want to reconsider once they see some of the new features offered on some reasonably priced models.
While I am big on dental hygiene and use things like …

I love aroma therapy. I am a true believer, because smell affects my mood, and mood effects the body’s capacity to self heal. I have a variety of essential oils that I use—“ sometimes literally for what they are supposed to be for, and sometimes just because I like how …

So I personally went to my local Walmart to purchase cranberry pills because I had a bladder infection and I wanted the cranberry pills to aid in my treatment of the symptoms of a bladder infection. I looked in the supplements section and found these pills by Spring Valley …

Imagine you walk into your bathroom, and on the tub, waiting for you, is a cupcake. It looks real, with tall swirls of blue icing on top, and dotted with colorful sprinkles. You pick it up to find that it smells like fresh berries.
This is the scene in my …

There are many reasons I could put these Band-Aid Advanced Healing Blister for Fingers & Toes to use. I work retail, and I’m always on my feet, and I have to work casual/business type of shoes and sometimes they really do a number on my toes (almost always my …

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 …

I admit that I’m not one of those women blessed with beautiful nails. This sometimes felt quiet discouraging and I would secretly envy whenever I saw anyone with beautiful looking nails. Though I did try revving my nails through regular manicures and various moisturizing creams, their effect seemed quiet …

Pediafortan AS definitely made things so much easier for me as a mom. Feeding a toddler has always been a nightmare, by every mom I know, including myself. I think I have done all possible exhibitions, stunts and role playing I learned from my theater days back in …

I have used several Purell hand sanitizers in the past, but this has been my favorite one so far. I volunteer for a shelter, and we have to handle many different animals daily. To keep from cross contamination so that healthy animals do not get sick, we use hand sanitizer …

Listerine whitening is a relatively new product for Listerine and not quite like the mouth washes that they have previously offered. As every one know Listerine is known for how strong their mouth washes are. You know if you really want to fight gingivitis then you need to use …

I hate those occasions when your period starts early, with no warning, when you are not anywhere near home, and have no protection with you! My period was about three days early one month, and hit me in the middle of a day trip, an hour and a half …

I am one of the biggest fans of tea that I know. I love to drink the black, white and green ones—“ and I am interested in the health benefits of all of them, although I have to admit, as much as I wanted to love it because of its …

I actually have a Neti Pot, but decided to get another one. My old one was bent out of shape as it was accidentally crushed. My old one was made out of plastic and now it can’t hold much water in it. I decided to switch brands so I …

I love to use massage as a way to treat the symptoms of fibromyalgia, and my partner is kind enough to help me by acting as my masseuse. I also love to reciprocate, and we have a lot of fun picking out new and different products to use for the …

I bought this from As Seen on TV in the fall for $300, when with the cold coming to Vancouver, I was afraid I might not be able to take those long walks outside anymore. And it turned out to be a prescient idea, as this was exactly …

I enjoy a nightly hot bath to tame the symptoms of fibromyalgia and also to help me relax and sleep. I love this therapy, and it has become a huge hobby as well—“ I try every kind of bath product that is out there to keep things interesting. When …

MMPi Skin Regenerating Serum was created by Patricia Wexler M.D Dermatology. This product is part of her line of skincare to combat anti-aging. I felt that since a doctor who actually works on the skin performing cosmetic surgeries daily could come up with a product line to …

I wanted a mouthwash that would eliminate not only bad breath but any stale or unpleasant tastes lingering in my mouth. I used to use Listerine but I can’t stand the burning sensation or the fact that it tastes a minute to full work. I noticed that Scope’s Dual …

I live in a dorm, and we don’t have air conditioning so the soap we use is very important to us. If we aren’t particular we can really start to have an aroma. So when I saw Dial’s new 3D body wash I thought I would give it a …

My husband and I both remember growing up having used Vicks products. And even as an adult, he always swore by their benefits, but I didn’t always like it simply because of the greasiness. It never failed to get on my clothes and sheets and usually stained it all …

I like to use good quality body oils for a variety of health and beauty reasons. When I came across this very small two ounce bottle f J. R. Watkins lemon oil, the packaging caught my eye. It has an old-fashioned apothecary look to it, which always intrigues me. I …

My all time favorite acne cream to use is Clearasil Stay Clean Tinted Acne Treatment Cream. It has really helped clear up my blemishes and acne spots while covering them up so I can still look flawless throughout me day. Best of all I love that it treats and …

I found this little bottle of vitamin E oil at Safeway along with other skin care products. I actually bought this as massage oil. I’m not a massage therapist or anything, but I do feel that oil really helps me give a better massage. It reduces friction of skin …

I first heard of these things being used in therapists’ offices to prevent eavesdropping. (They sound like a strong fan.) Of course, I had no use for one until they began marketing themselves as sleep machines.
I needed to drown out various noises that were driving me nuts. …

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 …

The last time I bought a multi pack of anything was at a warehouse store. I normally get bored with a flavored product too quickly to keep using the same flavor for a long period of time. This definitely applies to lip balm. When I was shopping in a …

I find it really hard to be able to quit smoking. I have tried lots of stop smoking medicines. One that I think might work this time is the Nicorette Fresh Mint Chewing Gum. I have high hopes for the Nicorette Fresh Mint Chewing Gum keeping …

I bought Gaiam Chai 5mm Premium Yoga Mat for $15 online. Here is my review.
It has the measurements of 24 x 68 inches , which is quite normal for yoga mats. It is not actually anything too big but not too small, and that is just fine …

It was impossible not to notice the packaging on “Earth Mama Angel Baby” products when I was browsing in a natural foods store. It shows a nude (but discreet) female with large angel wings, obviously in a deep meditative pose. Very interesting and cute.
I had …

My teeth were stained and not looking their best so I bought Compliments Sensitive Teeth Toothpaste from my local supermarket for just $2.99CDN. I had tried other whitening toothpastes with mixed results and a lot of money! My deciding factor to buy this Compliments brand was that it was …

I have been having some issues with balance which are probably nerve or fibromyalgia related. My doctors are not really sure what the cause is, but I often find myself dizzy when walking long distances. A friend recommended a product called a Power Balance bracelet and said that …

This Natural Fat Burner from FLP known as Garcinia Plus contains Chromium Picolinate which is a beneficial complement to any weight management program.
Its primary component is the extract from the fruit of the Garcinia Cambogia Tree combined with other essential substances and put into a a softgel form. Garcinia …

About two years ago, my husband and I were window shopping at a Bed, Bath and Beyond shop and found one of those massaging chair pads for $100. We tried it out because they had one to test, and we LOVED it. We were determined to get one for …

Having been disappointed with my previous blood glucose monitoring system, I am happy to have finally found a monitoring system that is just perfect for my needs. The One Touch Ultra Mini Blood Glucose Monitoring System is easy to set, Code, and obtain blood samples. Plus its …

I have suffered from hemorrhoids for years, and in some cases, badly enough to require using a sitz bath. When I had a recent flare up, I was forced to use such a bath—“ but I also still had to perform the daily duties of life, which means no matter …

When I was working on an outdoor project with a family member, we noticed that there were a lot of wasp nests around the area where we were working. We found a couple of them, but after repeated searches, we were still seeing wasps flying around and could not …

I have not given much thought to making my teeth whiter but lately, I have begun looking closely at them through the mirror. I noticed that the front part is uneven in color —“ some teeth are yellowish while others beige. I picked up Denivit in the supermarket …