Tung gel is made specifically for use in cleansing the tongue. It is recommended that you use it with the Tung brush. I have a Tung brush, so I decided to give it a try. I was worried about my breath because of an upcoming date—“ I wanted my …

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 …

Taking care of my teeth and mouth is very important for me. When I had a few tooth problems, that’s when I came to realize that proper care of the teeth should be given attention. Of course, I make sure that I brush my teeth every morning, and in …

When I unwrapped my present of Angel Face shower steamers, I was impressed by the lovely packaging. The individual steamers were green for eucalyptus and red for peppermint, and came in a Chinese take-out type of box which was really cute.
When I read the ingredients, it listed “love” …

Smile is a herbal product in the form of loose powder, which is used to cure the constipation. I had the problem of constipation during my pregnancy and as we all know during pregnancy it is not safe to take any kind of medicine that may affect the …

A few days after purchasing the DermaNew Total Body Experience Microdermabrasion System, I went back to pick up the DermaNew Facial Rejuvenation system as well.
Whereas the first Microdermabrasion kit featured tools for the body and feet, the second featured facial tools and products. Since …

As a women we should maintain the normal flora or PH of our vagina. I am using feminine wash for many years but the old feminine wash made me irritable and feeling dry all the time. I switch to lactacyd (lactoserum lactic acid) just last year. This feminine wash …

I’ve been having leg cramps and foot cramps as a symptom of my fibromyalgia for years. I’ve taken muscle relaxers at times, but prefer not to be on any more drugs than I have to be. When I first developed them, as a teenager, I would take over …

The second workout I purchased the other night was the Power Mile workout found in the Walk Away the Pounds, Power Series. Since I have tried the Express series, the Walk Diet, and the Walk Away the Pounds Abs workout; I couldn’t wait to see how the …

I have become a huge fan of Aura Cacia products since discovering them through a fellow fibromyalgia patient who loves using them for her bath. It was she who introduced me to the Euphoria fragrance, which is also available in a bath salt. The little packet of bath salts was …

American Health makes a wonderful vitamin supplement called Ester-C. The really cool thing about this particular Ester-C is that each capsule is vegetarian and contains no animal products. Each capsule contains 500 mg of Vitamin C with Calcium Ascorbate. The formula is non-acidic and the packets that I received …

When I learned that the aluminum in mainstream deodorant and antiperspirant formulas was associated with an increased risk of cancer, I became concerned. Two women in my family have had breast cancer, and I do not want to be the third. My problem with most of the natural deodorants I …

I like to make my own bath and body products sometimes, and give them as gifts or use them myself. I like shea butter for a moisturizer in the winter when my skin tends to be its driest. I decided, after reading some shea butter “recipes” online, that I wanted …

A couple years ago, I woke up one morning with a strong pain in my lower back, on the right side. I popped a few ibuprofen tablets, not thinking much about it. At first I thought I just slept funny or something, but about an hour later, instead of …

To have a complete oral care, aside to our teeth, one must also pay attention to gums and tongue. These are often overlooked. Most of the time, we are busy making are teeth pearly white; since this would signify a good oral hygiene. I am, too, is found guilty …

I had just finished a tooth whitening course of treatment so I wanted a toothpaste that would help me to hold on to that whiteness, so I tried this ‘White & Clean’ by Macleans. I chose this one in particular as I liked the idea of a gel …

This shave gel was advertised as being good for the skin because it’s supposed to not leave the skin feeling dry and instead moisturize the skin as well as reduce the number of cuts that occur while shaving. I thought this product might be good for me because I …

This is a great toner for sensitive skin. That’s a bonus for me since my skin is on the side of sensitive. I bought this for about $12 and I’m glad I did. I wouldn’t say this is the best product invented. It just got the job done that’s …

I suffered from chronic back pain for years before a friend of mine suggested giving a chiropractor a chance to help me end my years of back pain. I asked her for suggestions, as I knew nothing about chiropractors. She suggested Knighten Family Chiropractic and Acupuncture Clinic. …

Ahh, there is something so soothing about the smell of eucalyptus. Some people have pretty strong negative reactions to it, but I’d saturate my furniture and drapes down with the stuff if I thought my guests wouldn’t be offended by the strong smell. I guess it’s a preference only …

I go through too many problems with my urinary tract and urinary health. I don’t always know what the best route to take is when I run into these issues. My mother being a nurse suggested that I start a daily regiment of cranberry supplements to insure that I …

Sometimes I like to treat my feet to a special spa-like bath. I have used a variety of foot bath products, but when I saw this one being used in a pedicure procedure, I was really interested because it smelled wonderful. This product is used in spas and salons for …

Carefree Breathable Extra Absorbent Panty Liners have always been my everyday partner for a very long time already. It’s something that helps me feel comfortable and clean. As a woman, it’s one of our necessity to always feel protected. Not only that, it always feel good when you feel …

I have been using Charmee Feminine Wipes for awhile now. I like this product a lot over all the other feminine wipes I used to buy because it is not irritating to the skin. This is important because you wipe it on the genital area after urinating or doing your …

I have been using this product which is a powdered form of calcium for about three years and have been very pleased with it. I used to have terrible leg cramps any time of the day or night, and my doctor said I probably needed more calcium. Yet when …

Tae Bo is an exercise system that was developed by a man called Billy Blanks. It is a combination of martial arts and a variety of other forms of exercise.
Essentialy, the above dvd was developed for kids; however, since it is essentially for beginners,it is good for any adult …

I have long been a fan of Tensor bandages and health products, so when I developed mild carpal tunnel syndrome, I purchased the Tensor Rigid Wrist Brace. This wrist brace is not like any other I have ever bought, and I only need to wear it for a few …

There is a multitude of dental hygiene products on the market today that claim to whiten your teeth and remove stains. Some are expensive and others are simply toothpastes with ‘whitening’ power, and most that I have tried are as much scams as the miracle weight loss products. I …

I needed a new blow dryer but this time I decided that I would purchase one that I could take with me when I travel and save some space in the suitcase. I found the Revlon 1875 Watt Travel Hair Dryer at Walmart and thought it would be perfect. …

With so many electric toothbrushes out there on the market I am still wondering why I purchased an £80 Philips Sonicare whilst I must state that is an awesome toothbrush a part of me is thinking “surely, there must be something out there which is cheaper but …

Kerasal Foot Creams are the best, most effective products you can get over the counter, complete with seal of approval from the American Podiatric Association, it works wonders. All of their products are great, but the best one is the …

I have been touring several Fitness First branch lately. This was first destination. I’ve heard rumors about this branch–valuable items such as money, cell phones and even shoes are being stolen in lockers even when it’s locked. I went there to prove it for myself.
I was eagerly greeted by …

Milk of magnesia (magnesium hydroxide mixture) is a very effective ant acid and it also works as laxative. I usually use this medicine for treating aciditiy and constipation and it provides good relief from acidity and constipation in about 4-5 hours. The normal dosage of this medicine for treating …

I am not a fan of Katinko. It’s a chinese ointment used for muscle pains, head aches etc. It usually comes in a green tube like Vicks vaporub and it costs around 100 pesos. It’s very popular here in the Philippines and you can almost see it in every …

Now when I get a cut or something like that, the last thing I think about putting on it is rubbing alcohol, because I know it’s going to sting, and I’m one of those people who would like to avoid pain if at all possible, but I really liked …

Ever since I started taking a nightly hot bath with mineral salts, my fibromyalgia symptoms have greatly improved. I believe a big part of this is the heat from the water, but also the effects of bath salts, particularly of the magnesium content. This mineral helps to balance the muscle …

O Organics Pomegranate Flavored Italian Soda is imported from Italy and is a USDA Organic quality product. It comes in a cute sleek little bottle or can be purchase in the larger size bottle or by the case too. It is a nice carbonated substitute for colas …

I am three days into the Olay Definity 14 Day Skin Rehabilitation treatment, and I have to say I am pretty impressed. I wasn’t sure if I wanted to try another treatment protocol so soon after my last series of home Microdermabrasion sessions, but I happened to …

Water, and nitrogen. It doesn’t sound like it would be amazing, but according to the French Academy of Medicine, it has amazing properties for the skin. This mineral water spray comes from France. It has minerals that you might find in a mineral soak, which I do believe …

This product was one of many attempts to find something that would help suppress appetite so that I could lose weight more easily. I had never heard of it until doing some research on other supplements and came across it incidentally. I then sought it out so I could …

I have combination skin that is dry in winter and oily and acne prone in the summer. Finding the right products for each season is sometimes a challenge. I don’t want a oily skin cleanser that is going to strip my face of all moisture, because then I get rebound …

When I was at the store the other day, picking up some groceries and also getting another container of Pond’s cold cream, I saw that they had a new product out and that they were cleansing towelettes. They had three kinds of towelettes but the one that really caught …

The Bally 350 Scanning Pedometer is a really great tool to help you keep on track with you fitness program. Especially if you are like me and you like to use walking as your main physical activity. I love to walk and I think it can be helpful in …

When I moved house I registered with the Moorcroft Medical Centre in Botteslow Street and I have been with them for about nine years now. Prior to that I was with a different doctors surgery in a different area so I can compare the two and I am …

I am persons one of those few persons who have suffered the adverse affects of having both oily and dry skin. The fact that my skin tends to become oily in summer and dry in winter has made me use various skin care products at different time of the …

When I was a little girl, my big brother lived in the house with us—“ and he worked on cars. A lot. I remember his Lava soap in the bathroom—“ he used it to get off the oil and grease from his mechanical ventures. I loved to play with …

For the past 6 months this is the only mouthwash you will find in my bathroom. I love having a clean mouth but I have always hated that almost burning feeling in your mouth when you use other mouthwashes such as Listerine. Don’t get me wrong, you know you …

When I was working as a Sales and Management Trainee for an International company early this year, I needed to be fit and strong because of the physical demands my work requires. Our day would start at 8 in the morning and end at around 7 or 8 in …

Because we are considering having another child, my wife recently stopped taking her birth control and, until we are ready to conceive, we now have to use condoms as our primary birth control method.
We normally use Trojan but I got a couple free sample condoms from Max Pro and …

I have used several of Dr. Bronner’s castile soaps, and I always find them interesting. They are extremely versatile and can be used for any type of personal cleansing and even for household cleaning. Although they are very thin in consistency, they lather very effectively and come in a variety …