Health Reviews
Sensodyne Pro Namel Toothpaste
Apparently when you brush your teeth too soon after eating sugary or acidic foods, you’re facilitating acid erosion, or wearing down the enamel on your teeth. I always brush my teeth immediately after eating, so I guess when I brushed immediately after having soda or citrus fruit I …
Walgreen’s Intensive Healing Moisturizing Lotion
Walgreen’s Intensive Healing Moisturizing Lotion is basically the Walgreen’s brand for Gold Bond Ultimate Healing Lotion. The main ingredients are the same, and the Walgreen’s version is $3 cheaper than the Gold Bond Lotion. I am thrilled that I have found a less expensive alternative to the …
Nin Jiom Pei Pa Koa Honey Loquat Sore Throat and Cough Syrup 10 oz
I’ve always been interested in traditional Chinese medicine. When my brother sent me some throat lozenges from his travels, I loved them—“ just as much for the “exotic” factor as for the fact that they worked. When a friend of mine, a singer, mentioned using this product when his …
Wu-Yi Tea
So, I already wrote a review of TriSlim, but I felt I should review this other bogus company while I was at it. Wu-Yi Tea offers a trial membership for their Chinese tea that apparently helps you lose weight. They send you 60 tea bags and all you pay …
Quantum Research Oramoist Time Released Dry Mouth Disc 16 ct
I have had a problem with dry mouth in the winter for several years. Our heating system dries out the air so badly that I often wake at night unable to swallow and have to keep water or a dry mouth spray beside my bed. This can be very bad …
Melilea Greenfield Organic
Melilia is one of the slimming thingies I have tried. One pack of it consist one bottle of melilea green field organic powder.
Melilea’s dieting method is really a pain for me. For the first three days, I shouldn’t consume anything else but vegetables and the green field organic powder. …
Ludens Cough Drops Honey Licorice 30 ct bag
I was stuck at a friend’s house once when I had a horrible hay fever attack. My throat became dry and irritated and I could not stop coughing. I begged for cough drops, if they should have any.
They raved about a type that they could only find in Atlanta, and …
Full Marks Solution, Head Lice Treatment
We were away on holiday when I discovered to my horror that all FOUR of my children had an infestation of head lice. I was in the habit of checking them all once a fortnight and so could only think that they had snuck in after my last check. …
Body Sense Super Maxi Pads With Wings
Sanitary napkins have always been a real pain in the butt for me. They never seem to work right, or do what they claim to do. Most of them only fit one type of woman and provide no protection. None the less, I have tried multiple brands of sanitary …
Always Young Renewal HGH Advanced 1 oz
I decided to try taking this homeopathic oral growth hormone when a friend reported amazing results from it. Having diabetes, fibromylagia and a malfunctioning thyroid, I often feel older than my years and indeed suffer symptoms that would suggest it at times.
This is a natural product, which is …
Dettol Original Antibacterial Soap
I have always believed in the antiseptic healing properties of —˜’Dettol “and this antiseptic aid always remained an important essential in my medical kit since ages. Since there are a flood of antiseptic products in the market- I sometimes find it very tempting to try something new, but with …
Avon Foot Works Vanilla and Brown Sugar Smoothing Scrub
After doing our job, not only our hands are stressed. Our feet are the first part of the external body that is working in the morning. It deserves care; it needs to be pampered for long hours of standing and walking, and sometimes running. I am scrubbing my own …
Wonder Laboratories Advanced Sub lingual Vitamin B12 250 count
When I developed neuropathy type symptoms, there were a lot of different theories as to why. Having diabetes, possible lupus, and fibromyalgia, gave doctors lots of room for debate. Also, one bright doctor thought of something else—“ the possibility that the medication I was taking to reduce stomach acid production …
Hero Nutritionals Yummi Bears Multi-Vitamins
Even though my kids think they are too old now to take vitamins I still insist that they take one every day and I still think they secretly like to take them because they are usually fun to take and come in funny shapes and taste really good too …
Living Well by Montel Hemp Plus Superfoods 30 Servings
My mother is a huge fan of Montel Williams, and we’ve used several of his products between us. When she heard about this drink mix, she thought I might be interested. In reading about the contents, I was impressed. There was some emphasis on the fact that its …
Sprite MBS Mediterranean Blue Dechlorinating Bath Salts 4.8 lbs
When we began to notice that our tap water was developing an odd smell, we found out that it was because of the chlorine content. I found it quite unpleasant, and started using bottled water exclusively. I could also smell it when I ran a bath. I take a nightly …
Scope Outlast Long-Lasting Mouth Wash-Fresh Mint Flavor
For the most part, I am a Listerine Mouth Wash user. However, a few months ago, I went to Wal-Mart only to find that they were completely out of the Listerine that I like. Despite my annoyance, I decided to take the opportunity to see if there was …
Olay Regenerist Thermal Mini Peel
My skin sometimes appeared dull and lifeless and this was because due to my hectic lifestyle. Though I did try to care of my skin as much as possible, sometimes it would become rather difficult. As a result I would have break ups or black heads (especially on my …
Malibu Pilates Mari’s Dynamic Sequencing Workout
Last night I tore open the Malibu Pilates Mari’s Dynamic Sequencing Workout which was the last of the workout DVD’s that came with my Malibu Pilates Chair System.
I found it difficult to get the necessary enthusiasm needed to motivate me sooner, since I am …
Clairol Natural Instincts Color, 020 Hazelnut
I recently decided to try a semi permanent hair color, since my hair is getting progressively damaged from permanent color. I am 100% gray naturally, and have been since my early thirties. I normally use permanent color by Loreal’s Feria. My mom and some of …
Colgate Plax Complete Care
I always brush my teeth three times a day every after meal. However, i feel that brushing is not good enough to kill the plaques that stick on my teeth. I prefer using mouthwash. I usually use mouthwash once a day before going to bed. I feel fresher and …
One Lip Balm - Lip Tune Up .36 ounce
When I was looking around for natural and environmentally friendly products in a Whole Foods market, I came across a fun little lip balm by a company called “One.” They call it “Lip Tune Up” and it comes in adorable, natural recyclable packaging. For the small tin, I …
Neutrogena Fresh Cooling Body Mist Sunblock SPF 70 5 oz
I have very fair skin and use heavy duty sun block in the summer if I spend any time outdoors. I have used lots of Neutrogena products in the past and generally have been very happy with them. I decided to try their fresh cooling spray sun block because it …
Tampx Pearl Tampons with Plastic Applicator
I have tried brand after brand of tampons, ranging from generic to top of the line. I’ve tried the cardboard applicators and the plastic applicators. No product compares to Tampax Pearl. Obviously you have to decide which flow level you are at and use the proper …
Listerine Citrus Fresh mouthwash
I try to take good care of my mouth, so I use a mouthwash after brushing my teeth. Often the most effective ones have a taste that is too strong for me, so one day I saw Listerine Citrus Fresh in the drugstore, and decided to give it a …
Vaseline Intensive Care Cocoa Butter
While I try to use more powerful lotions on my problem areas (my hands, my feet, my knees and elbows), I have been trying out more mild lotions for the rest of my body. My skin gets awfully dry, and it seems like the harsher lotions do not help …
Autan Family Mosquito Repellent Lotion
This is the newest product from Autan. Autan is known as a repellent lotion to protect your skin from mosquito’s byte.
This new Autan Family Mosquito Repellent Lotion contains of Aloe Vera leaves, and the smell of the lotion is more fresh compare to the other Autan lotion that …
Yogi Ginger Herbal Tea
My all time favorite tea to have with a meal is Yogi Ginger Herbal Tea. I like this herbal tea because it helps aid in digestion and helps prevent indigestion and heartburn naturally so I can eat a meal and enjoy it without getting the nasty heartburn and indigestion …
Skin Support Dietary Supplement: by Arbonne
This is my last review for Arbonne’s Clear Advantage line. This is the line that is used to prevent and control acne. Step five has to be my most favorite product at all and one of the only two I would swear by. The other product was step 4 …
Iodoral Iodine
Iodoral is an Iodine supplements available from many sources on the Internet. It delivers 12.5mg of Iodine per tablet. I found this product while researching thyroid problems. My Doctors were stumped. I had all the symptoms of low thyroid function and an enlarged, nodule filled thyroid …
Pharm Feverfew Liquid Herbal Extract
Migraines are headaches I have dealt with since I was a teenager, but one of the herbal supplements I have been taking since I was a teenager to help prevent them and even ease them when they are occurring is the Herb Pharm Feverfew Liquid Herbal Extract. It comes …
Ultra Strength Bengay
I recently purchased Ultra Strength Bengay. If you don’t know, it’s a pain relief cream. I purchased it because I get very sore easily from working out and I have been working out a lot lately. Backaches and leg soreness have really been bothering me so I picked this …
Omron HEM-650 Wrist Blood Pressure Monitor
My father has high blood pressure, so it should be checked often to the doctor to determine the frequency of the blood pressure every month. However, I think this is not practical and should be issued a regular monthly fee. Therefore, I buy the Omron HEM-650 wrist blood pressure …
Titania Pumice Sponge Block
Off recent, I had noticed that I had developed mild cracks on the heels of my feet. The fact that I had been traveling in open shoes for nearly a month and had not really taken care of my feet during the vacation- had left me feet …
ThermaCare HeatWraps, Knee & Elbow, 12 Hour
I didn’t really want to try this ThermaCare HeatWrap product that I bought, or let my son try it anyway, because I’d previously had a bad experience with a patch like this burning my skin, and when I went to remove it, it stuck so much that I practically …
Imprint Anti Fatigue Mat - Nantucket Cinnamon
I have fibromyalgia, and sometimes suffer from both back pain and plantar fasciitis, so standing for long periods can often cause me a lot of discomfort and limit the time I am available to be upwardly mobile. I read about these anti-fatigue mats on a fibromyalgia message board, and people …
Pantene Pro V Fine Hair Style Maximum Hold Mousse
I started losing volume in my hair noticeably in my late thirties. By forty, I hated my thinning hair. What was once a luxurious mane now required careful brushing and styling with a mirror to be sure none of my scalp was showing in the back. It is …
Pangea Organics Facial Mask Matcha Tea, Acai & Goji Berry 120ml
I was introduced to this amazing, award winning facial mask by a fellow tea lover, who had a special interest in green tea and its health effects. The Matcha green tea used in this product is a star- and it is filled with all kinds of other healthy botanical ingredients …
Althea Birth Control Pills
I have been a user of Althea pills for 4 months now and I can say that I am very satisfied with this birth control pill. I have decided to give Althea a try because of my hormonal acne and I was very impressed with it because it also …
Thayers Lavender Witch Hazel with Aloe Vera 12 oz
I love to use a light, non-drying toner in the summer and winter to refresh my skin. I have dry skin in the winter, so a harsh alcohol based toner does not work for me then, and in the summer when my skin is rather oily, I can use a …
Walgreens Ultra Thin Overnight Pad with Wings 14 ct
I was shopping for feminine products one day at Walgreen’s and they were out of my usual product at the time, which was Always overnight with wings. I didn’t see another name brand product that was similar so I decided to try Walgreen’s own brand of the same product, packaged …
The Everlast C3 100-Pound Foam Elite Heavy Bag
I went to the gym one day and decided I was getting tired of doing the same old workout everyday. I wanted to try something different and that’s when I spotted the Everlast C3 100-Pound Foam Elite Heavy Bag. I thought now …
BD Digital Thermometer with Accu-Beep
I’ve went through several thermometers, most of them a regular sort of digital thermometers, and some more gadget-like such as frontal lobe thermometers or the ear variety. Perhaps the most common thermometer I have used, and one that I still have around the house in working condition is …
Airborne
Airborne is a wonderful new herbal medicine designed to help you when you become sick, or to heelp you from becoming sick. It is full
of vitamins and herbal supplements that help fight off the common cold and the flu, and to keep your body healthy. I take it …
Tylenol Precise Pain Relieving Cream 2.5 oz
I have fibromyalgia, and I have used a great variety of muscle rubs and various forms of topical pain relief. Most fall into the category of counter-irritant. These are products with menthol based action that basically distract the nerves from causing pain by making them respond to a new sensation, …
Doctor’s Best High Absorption Magnesium Supplement 240 ct
I have taken magnesium for a number of reasons. I had heart palpitations, which at one point were thoght to be related to magnesium deficiency. I also have diabetes, which can deplete magnesium. I take proton pump inhibitors for GERD, and that can also deplete the mineral. It is thought …
Lander Baby Lotion
I keep a large number of lotions about, mostly because a friend of mine works at a skin care shop, and gives to me a lot of the products they would have gotten rid of otherwise. I have rather sensitive skin, prone to rashes and outbreaks of adult acne, …
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