I have been taking vitamin C since I was in high school primarily because I believe that this is the best way to guarantee that I get the daily recommended dosage of this vitamin. Depending on where I am and what is available locally, I have used different …

I am very sensitive to most adult mint-flavored toothpastes, and because of the discomfort those strong flavors cause, I normally use either natural products which offer more gentle flavors, or kid’s products. Here is a product that is both. On the continuum of mainstream versus natural products, this one …

The Philippine General Hospital, the largest government hospital in the Philippines has been operating for almost 100 years. It is in a very conspicuous location along Taft Avenue, Ermita Manila. People are so familiar with this very popular hospital which is tagged as the biggest hospital for the poor …

When my doctor told me I had high cholesterol along with my diabetes, it was a wake up call. I tried statin drugs, and had a horrible reaction to them. I have fibromylagia, and statin drugs cause muscle weakness and deterioration that they really want you to believe is “rare” …

I’ve heard a lot of hooplah over the last six months about the health benefits of taking Acai Berry, which I believe is a berry from Brazil, I believe, and looks like a blueberry in a way, though darker in coloring, and it’s supposed to be incredibly high in …

This 40g (1.4oz) is one of the best muscle rubs I have used. I use this 40g gel when I feel aches coming after a long day at the computer or after a strenous workout in the gym or after doing a long jog round the neighbourhood. This gel …

After falling in love with another of Philosophy’s scents, I had to try this one out. It was on sale at Amazon, for nearly half the price—“ that’s a deal you can’t pass up. I love berry scents, and this is truly one of my all time favorite ones. It …

I’m ashamed to admit that when I was a kid, I had bad breath. My mom told me to use the Forever Living Toothgel, and just a few days of using it as a toothpaste, the bad breath was gone. I think it was halitosis, I just didn’t know …

I am not a huge fan of dieting pills and have only ever used them once before in my life, but after seeing so much about Alli I decided to give them a try as I was beginning a new workout program myself. In my own experience I …

I have irritable bowel syndrome and GERD. When it was recommended that I take a probiotic along with fiber to help manage the IBS symptoms, I tried several brands and types. One that I used was this one made by Dr. Weil. I trust Dr. Weil’s advice since he …

I have always loved wearing long heeled shoes, though I must admit that these shoes did make my life miserable, if I happen to wear them for longs. Recently when I had decided to attend my best friend’s wedding, I knew that I would be wearing my long heeled …

Some days ago widely publicized Colgate toothpaste commercial caught my attention it said: a toothpaste with salt. Though I had been using Colgate toothpaste active fresh jell from a long time and I always liked its intense taste with cooling crystals as it contained mint particles that helped my …

This cleanser was given to me as a hand me down. A relative had some cosmetic surgery, and was required to use this cleanser instead of soap or cream cleansers she normally used. She did not like the feel of it because it doesn’t lather, so I got the …

I received this as a gift, and it has been a great comfort to me. Several of my friends have them, and I had been trying to substitute little pans of warm water, so it is very nice to have the real thing.
The version I have is the toe-touch …

After a long hours of standing at my work place and that too with my high heeled shoes, made me just throw myself on the bed as soon I reached home. My feet especially my toes would ache terribly, making it impossible for me to just stand up even …

Considering the fact that I get sick entirely too often, I wanted to boost up my immune system. I know that vitamin c is a great way to do that. I had been getting sick every month, and was just sick and tired of it. It seemed that if …

After coming back from my trip to Romania, i have developed a skin problem, called rosacea. Rosacea is a skin problem, that causes an acne-like problem, but the truth is, it’s not an acne. It’s a skin irritation. The skin becomes sensitive and develops redness. I can’t be too …

Being a total fitness freak I was a little worried when I was told that I had to stay at my aunt’s place for about a fortnight due to some family occasion. More than anything else- what I was really worried was the fact that my regular exercise routine …

A diabetes patient and good friend turned me on to these socks. Although they are not made specifically for diabetics, they have some interesting features that makes them unique and desirable. I have long been a fan of the Earth Therapeutics company, so when I was told it was them …

When I was losing weight, I became concerned about the skin on my neck looking saggy. I am over forty, so my skin is not as resilient as it used to be, and I had a horrible fear of ending up with “turkey neck” after losing the weight I needed …

When my neighbor found a great deal on Kirkland brand of Allerclear, which is a store label for loratadine, also known as the brand name Claritin, she shared a few with me. I had taken Claritin in the past when a doctor gave me a sample. I have seasonal pollen …

Unfortunately I ran out of my regular floss and needed a temporary replacement. Like my regular floss this is also 55 YD, mint waxed and is also a store brand (CVS). I paid $1.19 + tax at my local CVS store (Special: If you buy two you get …

This is a good eye care business and they are good at getting their jobs done well and on time. I like most of the people there and have been going there for a long long time, about 17 years now. The old optometrist that used to run the …

I’m the type of person who take vitamins on a regular basis. One of those was a multi vitamin. I have tried different brands of multi vitamins but when I got pregnant I switched to a prenatal multivitamin to support my needs. The ob gyne recommended that I …

I bought the Dream time warm Embrace Body Wrap a few weeks ago, because it was recommended to me by a friend who has always had neck problems. I developed some issues with my neck and shoulder after I aggravated an old sports injury. I tried everything I could …

The Nature’s measure men’s essential vitamins are cheap vitamins that I picked up from some dollar store. It’s a month’s supply worth and you take one a day for 30 days. I think these vitamins are a joke and the ingredients are very poor quality because they only cost …

I have been catching the cold left and right this spring and a natural medicine I have been using to help build my immune system up in order to fight the colds away and prevent them is the Vitacost Sambucus Nigra Black Elderberry Extract Syrup. The reason I use …

I feel that hygiene is one of the more important parts of staying healthy. I sweat quite a bit through the day and have to use quality antiperspirant and deodorants to stay dry and fresh throughout the day. I do not always pick up my own deodorant and sent …

There is just too much promise in teeth whitening products. Some are not really effective but here I am still trying out some of those. I came across Crest 3D White Glamorous White Rinse in a local drugstore and I purchased it immediately. I saw this online thru Amazon …

I have had back problems for many years. Just recently, I went to Marshfield Clinic in Marshfield Wisconsin. That is the best thing I have ever done. It had gotten to the point that it hurt to walk. I was referred to Dr. Rao by …

Being in the adult stage (age 30 above) in life there are many changes that happens to our skin texture, vitality, energy, memory loss, hair loss, bone structure and even immunity to diseases will be decreased. If I can only stop time to prevent …

Aches and pains in various parts of my body, now seemed to have become a routine affair. Every other day there would be some sort of muscle ache and pain —“ in my head, knees, shoulders, hands and even sometimes in my elbows. Though I did try using different …

I am a big fan of Lacalut tooth paste. This company produces a really great product. Their tooth paste is very strong. It cleans the teeth very well. But I was slightly less impressed by this basic variety of the tooth paste.
To me this Basic tooth paste is a …

Blue Goo Super Pain Relief Gel is a fantastic product and I recommend it to anyone who needs speedy relief after exercise or for anyone who may be suffering from a lingering muscle injury. I often apply a little of it after an intense workout, because it dulls the …

When my digestive tract was unbalanced, one of the supplements I used to help cleanse it and provide it with probiotics was Nature’s Secret Ultimate Fiber Cleanser. The reason I used this fiber cleanser was because it was a powder form and it contained pysillum husk, marshmallow root, probiotics, …

I am diabetic, and currently I control my condition with medicine that does not cause drops in blood sugar. Once before, I was on such a medicine for a very brief time before side effects caused me to discontinue it.
While I was on this medicine, I was warned …

I have tried the Brand’s Chicken Essence before and I always get it when I am feeling low in energy as it always works me energizing me. But recently Brand’s have added a lot of new and interesting Essences to their line of health products.
I decided to try the …

I paid about $10 for this supplement that it is designed to replenish the hair, nails, and skin. Although I have never really experienced a major problem with baldness, lately I have noticed that I have some areas of my head (mostly around the temples of my head) …

I have tried different companies who market fish oils and have found Nordic to be the best. I know the benefits of Omega 3: for the heart, circulation, brain function, and the skin. I even lost 5 pounds my first week. I wanted to find the best on the …

When I started having breakouts of adult acne due to the heat and weather along with hormonal changes and the use of heavy sun blocks, I first turned to standard acne treatments. When I found the Acnevir, it seemed like a reasonable option. It had salicylic acid, sulphur, aloe vera …

My friend in the UK likes to send me bath products that are popular over on her side of the pond. This one came to me from the famous Boots Chemist. It’s a body wash with a sweet vanilla fragrance. I have liked nearly all of the Boots products …

After my sinus infection had to be blasted with big-gun antibiotics, I knew it would be a good idea to get some acidophilus/probiotics into my system fast. In the past, this has saved me from many a miserable yeast infection and corrected drug induced diarrhea issues.
Normally I …

This is my favorite wash for not just my feminine area but for all over the body. I purchase the sensitive skin formula which is color & fragrance free. It is so gentle on the skin and does not dry out at all. It is safe to use on …

My hair has very dry ends, and I don’t want to lose the length, so I try to baby them, iron them, and do whatever I can to manage them. On some days, they feel like straw. I have used Redken products before, namely the shampoo and conditioner for colored …

Of the nasal sprays that I’ve tried in the past, and I’ve tried quite a few of them, the Walgreens Saline Nasal Spray is probably one of the cheapest at only $3 a bottle. I have pretty severe allergies and, for the most part, they last pretty much the …

Walking had always been one of one of favorite exercise for the last 10- 15 years. A great way to keep myself fit and healthy, walking has always been a pleasure until now. But off now, due to my terrible back pain, walking at a fast pace …

I take nightly baths to treat fibromyalgia muscle and nerve symptoms and have been doing this for some time. To make the routine more interesting, I use a variety of bath products, including salts, oils, bubbles, bombs, confetti—“ just about anything for fun and fragrance, from the very inexpensive to …

One of the herbs I take when my stomach is uneasy and I am feeling stressed out is the Natures Answer Chamomile Flower Vegetarian Capsules. I like this supplement because it contains 650 mg of pure chamomile flower per capsule and no other added ingredients. I also like that …

I was never a fan of Dettol Shower Gels because of a bad experience I had with their regular shower gel. The shower gel was too harsh for my sensitive skin. It dried my skin so much that my skin felt itchy and parched all over. …

I had an unfortunate experience with a very bad old office chair. The seat was worn and the cushioning in it was distorted and no longer distributed weight properly. After some long hours of trying to tolerate sitting in it and working, I finally developed a very sore tail bone. …