I am sensitive to the strong mint flavors in most adult toothpastes on the market. They burn my mouth and cause me to hurry through brushing my teeth, which is not really optimal for my oral health. To fix the problem, I use either kid’s toothpastes, which have milder …

All my life, I have used Listerine as my standard mouthwash. It’s just the way it’s always been. But on a whim, I decided to try a more natural mouthwash, just to see how it compared. I chose Tom’s of Maine because I like their policies, …

I live in a country that is quite hot and humid. Walking through the sun everyday is not that easy and especially during those times that I have to walk around with my son. I had always gotten concerned about his skin and ended up buying so many sunblock …

I had been thoroughly excited about attending my cousin’s wedding and had decided to look my best for the day. So I decided to prepare myself a few days ahead, so that no stone was left unturned. Apart from joining power yoga classes for a toned body, I started …

I have often had trouble with allergies. But the over the counter allergy medicines just did not quite do the trick. And when my allergies are bad enough that I do break down and obtain an over the counter allergy medicine, it always dries up everything on …

I have had a problem with thinning hair and hair loss for a few years now. Since I have several medical conditions which can all contribute to hair thinning and loss (diabetes, possible lupus, and hypothyroidism) there is no way to be sure how to treat the condition. So, I …

I’m a sucker for cute product names, especially those that are totally obvious, and the Stopain roll-on relief falls directly into that category. I was also pretty excited to see if it would actually work, because usually these cutesy-named products are nothing more than gimmicks. Of course, I have …

Equate: Nighttime Sleep Aid (100 count) is something that I have taken on occasion. Equate is a Walmart brand, so this sleep aid actually costs less than many of the brand name sleep aids. Even though it costs less, it is just as effective. This sleep aid does indeed …

I’ve tried a lot of masks. Some are great for removing impurities and refining pores, others are soothing, and some offer multiple benefits. I tried this one specifically because it claims to be good for combination and oily skin. My skin, especially in the summer, falls into the combination …

When I saw this pillow in a medical catalog, I knew that it was meant for pregnant women, but it just looked so amazingly comfortable, I had to have one—“ and I am so glad I ordered it.
I have fibromyalgia, so I often have muscle, joint, or nerve …

Philips Sonicare Toothbrush Sanitizer is a very innovative product I have seen in recent times. Storage of toothbrush was always a concern for me. Especially the storing of expensive rechargeable automatic toothbrush heads is important me because of its prolonged usage. And Philips Sonicare Toothbrush Sanitizer came as the …

About two summers ago, I was outside on one of the hottest day of the year and forgot to put on some sunscreen. I know…stupid, but I really didn’t expect to be out there that long and thought it wouldn’t cause that much damage.
Oh boy. Was I ever wrong.
I …

Primatene Mist is an inhaler available over the counter for the temporary relief of occasional asthma and allergic asthma symptoms. Each inhalation delivers one 0.22 mg dose of epinephrine, a drug that is commonly used to treat emergency, severe allergy symptoms.
For many years, Primatene Mist was one of …

I’ve dealt with many domestic problems in my room. There was once a time when the airconditioner had gone haywire. It was probably overworked and stopped working. It took a week for it to get fixed. I had to go back to using a basic …

I decided to try this shampoo because I generally really like Burt’s Bees products, and I do process my hair with color regularly, and it has damaged my hair, especially at the ends. Supposedly, the jewelweed (which I had never heard of) and fennel seed helps to renew processed hair …

I am one of those customers who love to make impulse purchases, usually chosen at the checkout, which is exactly where they know to put all the cute little things that people don’t really need to buy but always will.
This week I picked up a little lip balm …

I have never though too much about using nasal saline sprays. I usually find other ways to keep my nasal passage clear. Recently I have noticed colder then usual weather in my city. Severe climate changes always affect my body in the worst way. Along with other symptoms this …

My fiance bought this vapor inhaler from Wal-Mart awhile back ago when his sinuses started acting up due to the high count of pollen in the air. I thought it was very odd shaped and just did not like the idea that you had to shove the tip of the …

Amway products are just the best in terms of quality and recently with the use of the Glisters Toothpaste by the company my faith in the company’s product strengthened. I was having plenty of problems from cavity to bad breathe and I consulted a dentist in this regard. …

I’ve been trying to add garlic back into my health routine since I know it is good for my heart and can lower my cholesterol. I used to take it regularly but sort of got caught up in trying other new ideas and abandoned it.
Although I know of …

One of my favorite herbal teas to drink when I need relief from stress and tension is Celestial Seasonings Herbal Tension Tamer Tea. The tea has a nice minty and warm spice flavor to it and a very nice blend of relaxing and calming herbs in it. It helps …

We replaced the treadmill that we had had for years last winter. We purchased a NordicTrack C2255. We liked it because we had a Nordic track before and it was a really good product. I bought this a Dick’s Sporting Goods Store, Pulaski Highway Bel Air Md. We …

I will start off by saying that I simply adore this product. I have always believed and trusted the Clorox brand name ever since I was a kid because that was what my grandmother used around the house and also because it’s been around forever it seems like. I have …

It’s the season for runny noses, hacking coughs and the use of one or two sick days. Almost everywhere I look, cough medicine is on sale and moving quickly off the shelves. Along with that I’ve noticed the spike in hand sanitizer sales. It seems like people are truly …

I played a lot of sports when I was younger. I’m guessing that is why I have always had joint pain. Mainly in my knee. One time I was playing softball and I was covering first base. The …

All babies born under thirty five weeks of gestational age, are either required to, or have the option to, receive what is called a synogis shot for the first five months of their young lives. These shots are given to premature infants to reduce their chances of getting …

I bought this trial sized Bliss soap as an impulse buy when I was shopping for some cosmetics. I have used a few Bliss products and my thoughts on them have been mixed, but I liked the fresh lemon-sage smell of this product, and it was not much to spend …

For over two years, I have been using alcoholic based sanitizers for my hands but I found that with time, the strong scent of alcohol was starting to irritate me very much and was becoming hard to tolerate it. I decided to look for better sanitizers which would be …

In the last few weeks I noticed that my hands had started looking quite dull and unattractive. The fact that my skin felt extremely dry and cracked severely especially in and around the nail area- made my hands feel so rough that it almost hurt whenever I tried rubbing …

I have tried many types of electric toothbrushe’s over the last four years, but Oral B Pulsar Electric Toothbrush is by far the best one I have ever used. I kept seeing this toothbrush advertised on television, and decided that price wise it was probably way above my budget. …

The problem of dandruff has always remained with me from my childhood till today. My dandruff was of the dry kind- and would just drop or come on my finer nails whenever I scratched my head on itching. What I really hated about my dandruff was the fact that …

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 …

The muscle building milkshake by SixStar was crap and it was so gross and disgusting and I am saying this right now that I am not a fan of this garbage for so many reasons and the main reason would be that this stuff did not work for me …

Black Cohosh is an herbal remedy that is sold by Trader Joe’s. You can actually find this herbal remedy at most any health food store or nutrition center. This herb claims it gives herbal support for hot flashes and night sweats. I have taken this herb several …

I really didn’t have any intention to buy a new pillow but last January 2011 at the SM Department Store at SM Megamall in Mandaluyong City, there was a big sale. What caught my attention was a big sign for …

This is one product of FLP that works fast! A singe drop of Aloe Activator on my son who got stricken with sore eyes was all it took to take the redness away. My youngest son had a disturbing growth on the edge of his lower eyelid - one …

Like most people, I have a first aid kit for the home and vehicle. I make sure it is stocked with practically anything I would need in an emergency because we live so far away from help and the hospital. I had a bout a few years …

My judgement is in, this thing is awesome! If you’re an avid runner you know that all treadmills are not the same. I love the Proform 505 CST, it’s in class of it’s own when compared to other models. With that being said, …

I have pollen allergies in the spring, and a huge part of that is manifested as intense itching in my eyes, which can lead to red, swollen eyes that hurt and look horrible. I have used a lot of different antihistamine eye drops, some prescription. This is one that I …

When I go to the chemist to buy some talcum powder I have to admit that I don’t usually pick up a tin of Yardleys English rose talcum, more often than not I buy a stores own brand or some Johnson’s baby powder. One of the first things to take …

This is an item I received as a gift. I am diabetic and overweight and always need to measure and count the foods I eat. I also prepare meals for my elderly mother who is on a special renal diabetic diet. This scale is a digital model that offers …

Walgreens Mouthwash Original Mint is a Walgreens brand product, so it can only be found at Walgreens locations. The bottle contains thirty-three point eight ounces of mouthwash and retails for two dollars and ninety-nine cents. This mouthwash is extremely similar to Scope mouthwash. It contains the same ingredients and …

I have GERD, and take proton pump inhibitors for it, but sometimes I have break-through symptoms, and my doctor suggested that I can take over the counter antacids for these episodes. Tums is a calcium based antacid, and has always been a brand that I like to keep on hand. …

A friend sells it to me for a not so affordable price of PHP 300. She said that the vitamin is worth of use and paying the price of PHP 300 is a gift. I asked her, what would I get with this vitamin? she answered, many. Therefore, I …

Now we already know about the whisper sanitary pads. Now I am going to tell about my experience after using the whisper ultra thin pads. These are the costliest pads, which are available in the shops. These pads are still better and superior then the whisper sanitary …

Back in the nineties, I was given a “Topsy Tail” by an aunt, and I loved the thing. I had much longer hair then, and often needed to wear it back for work. I had since cut my hair much shorter and stopped using it so I lost track of …

When I sprained my wrist while doing some repair work in the house, I was very worried that it would not heal quickly. I have fibromyalgia, and was concerned that the swollen joint would somehow set off a pain cycle that would get out of control. I was given anti-inflammatory …

One of the dirtiest part of our body is our hands. We wash our hands with soap but it is not only enough to kill bacteria. We need a disinfectant to thoroughly clean our hands. Green Cross Isopropyl Alcohol is a very good solution to address our needs. This …

I have a problem with most adult toothpastes that are mint flavored. The mint is too strong for me, and irritates my mouth and gums, making me uncomfortable and causing me to spend less time brushing than I really should. To remedy this situation, I use either kid’s toothpastes, which …

My friend, for my 32nd birthday a couple years ago, decided to treat me to my very first pedicure. I was a little wierded out, admittedly, by having strangers touching my feet, and I’m very sensitive on my feet anyway, so I felt like I was constantly jerking my …