My husband often takes these teas for anything and nearly everything. There are teas for different problems but his favorite is Dr. Ernst’s number 10 which is specifically for weight management. He has a bit of a problem with this weight which is probably inherent and even …

I remember, a couple years ago, being blown away when I found a local vendor at a craft show selling his hand-made emu scented oils. They felt fantastic on the skin, such a little amount went a long way, and the long-term affects on my skin were unbelievable. I …

I wouldn’t actually say that I suffer from problems association with dry mouth irritations, but I’m a smoker and definitely have that icky morning mouth that feels like I’ve been chewing on stinky cotton all night long, and sometimes it’s so bad that even downing a glass of water …

Recently a friend of mine treated me to a French manicure at her favorite salon. While I enjoyed the treatment, I was somewhat embarrassed by the terrible condition of my nails after my old polish was removed.
Apparently after years of wearing dark polish, my …

I try to take fiber supplements on a regular basis for several health reasons. I am diabetic, and the fiber helps to control and sustain even blood sugar. I have irritable bowel syndrome, and the fiber helps manage both constipation and diarrhea symptoms. It’s also good for your cholesterol.
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Frontal and orbital sinuses need to be cleared every once in a while, by devices other than a Kleenex. It is proven, and there are plenty of devices sold at drugstores to help clear out sinuses.
I was looking for a product such as this,and found Dr. Grosan …

I started getting sharp pains in my teeth about five months ago. I wasn’t sure if it was cavities or just sensitive teeth. I eat a lot of sweets, spicy and acidic foods but I do everything I can to take care of my teeth. My old toothpaste and …

When I took up first power walking, and then jogging, I wanted a pedometer to record how many steps I took and possibly would measure the amount of calories I burn. I had a few health problems that I was trying to alleviate with exercise and diet, so …

I got this pillow to take on the plane with me for my long flight to the UK. I have fibromyalgia and often get neck and back pain when sitting for long periods. This looked like a really well made pillow, and I have seen similar ones priced …

I have used Excellence hair color in the past, and when I saw this ten minute easy “Excellent to go” product, it looked like something I would really like. Ten minutes is a very short time for coloring hair. Since I had never used a quick develop product, I did …

While doing some online shopping, a package of two Urban Spa Cellulose Facial Sponges appeared as a ‘recommended item’. Now, I am not an impulse buyer but these caught my attention and after reading the description, which promised these sponges would leave my face feeling soft, refreshed and rejuvenated …

I bought my Remington beard trimmer for a little less that $10 about 6 months ago. I have been using it about once a week during this whole time and it has made my life much easier because of the time I save to trim instead of using a …

Vitamin D and Calcium are two of my least-consumed nutrients because my diet is so restrictive that I cannot have the majority of the calcium and V-D rich foods, and since I am photosensitive and cannot tolerate the sun for very long, I do not get much vitamin D …

Skin asthma, also known as atopic dermatitis, is a mom’s nightmare. Baby can’t sleep during the night, and is cranky during the day due to itchy skin. This condition has plagued my son since he was six months old. After trying out several emollients, we hit the jackpot with Physiogel …

A sanitizer claiming to be all natural but still containing alcohol had given me the impression that there were no truly all natural products out there for sanitizing hands. Because of that, when I was browsing in a natural health product section of a store, I was surprised to find …

I’ll start off by saying that I do NOT have psoriasis. But, with that said, I have really dry skin that conventional lotions have not been able to treat in the past, no matter how many times a day I apply it. My skin is painfully itchy, especially on …

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 …

For some people, exercise is not an activity that they can call “fun.” Some people are disappointed of WiiFit; they expect to have some fun and excitement while playing it, just like playing other regular games. If your reason of buying a WiiFit is to satisfy your gaming sensation, …

I, like many women, get fed up with the symptoms associated with the onset of my monthly period. Sometimes it starts a few days before, sometimes up to a couple of weeks before the period starts. This can ruin half a month! I have been fortunate that I normally only …

In my sister’s mini gym, this is the machine that I love using. Other than it’s great for my bottoms and thighs, it gives me a great 30 minute full body workout. The machine’s body is well built, and all of us have not had trouble with it. Except …

I have adult acne, and when I was having a bad flare up in the summer, I used many products to try to get it under control. When I saw this in the natural foods store, I picked it up and looked at the ingredients—“ to find that I …

I always love things that remind of my grandparents, or even hint at grandparents for that matter because there’s something very much inviting about it that makes you feel you’ve stepped back in time a little, and lets face it because somethings were better the first time around and …

I very rarely use shampoo plus conditioner mixtures because my experience has been that they don’t do the job correctly. I generally prefer to use shampoo with a separate conditioner. When Garnier first came out with their line of Fructis Shampoos, I decided to give it a try anyway. …

I deal with dry mouth a lot. Much of it is due to medications I have to take for Irritable Bowel Syndrome and rheumatoid arthritis. I have tried a few things to help with my dry mouth. I have chewed gum, sucked on hard candy, and …

I have had to suffer with chapped lips for pretty much as long as I can remember. As a child, I would lick the whole area around my lips completely raw and I remember there was a few times I even had to leave school because I was in …

I am not a big fan of mouthwash but when I received a coupon in the mail for $1 off the new Crest Pro-Health Mouthwash I just had to buy it. I had recently been to the dentist and she told me how astounded she was with the results …

I have gone to Dr. Nils Foley, MD, several times for a variety of issues, even though he isn’t my primary practitioner. Dr. Foley is a regular treating physician at the new Nextcare Urgent Care on Oracle, near the Tucson Mall. I haven’t had a general practitioner in a …

I have always been a big fan of this body oil. If you have not been to the body shop for massage oil, you should try it. The oil is scentless at first, until you select which unique scents you would like to add. There are …

To the world of souls that suffer from the agonies of chapped and peeling lips, there isn’t another word in the English language that can generate as much happiness and relief as the word: Blistex.
My fiance is absolutely addicted to the stuff. In fact, I’ve told him many a time …

I take a hot bath every night to help treat the symptoms of fibromyalgia. I have been battling this condition since my late teens, and this is one of the most effective therapies I have found for it. The hot water stops muscle spasms and foot cramps, and eases my …

I’ve been straightening my hair daily for nearly 3 years, and I’ve always had very thick hair. I started getting concerned with the effect ultra-high heat from straighteners would have on my hair, especially since I rarely protect my hair with sprays. I noticed my hair was not as …

Popularly marketed as “the non-acidic vitamin C,” Fern-C definitely sets itself apart from so many brand names that contain the same thing: ascorbic acid. I suppose I’m never too old to give up on my daily dose of Vitamin C. Out of all the ascorbic acid supplements …

I like to use various creams and lotions to make my skin super soft and youthful feeling, and on my hands, which get really dry from the constant washing of dishes, I like to use L’Occitane Shea Butter Hand Cream, It comes in a 5.2 ounce tube but …

Anger Management is something that I have always seen in the movies in which they show this as the answer to anger problems. I also saw this on an MTV show which made it appear as it were very easy for you to get rid of your anger and …

Energy is something I lack often due to my Grave’s disease so one of the herbal supplements I take daily to help my body and mind cope with physical and mental stresses easier and a lot better is the Natures Answer American Ginseng Root. I like this supplement because …

I saw Skinny Switch Secret Diet on an infomercial and it was unlike any diet I have ever seen on television. Skinny Switch Secret Diet was created by Rob Nevins. It is a diet based on eating lean and healthy for two days and then splurging on the third …

One of the things I like about coming back to live in Europe is the good food. Brussels especially is a haven for dining as there are plenty of restaurants, brasseries and cafes to choose from. On the downside, everyone in my family seems to be gaining weight …

I wasn’t sure there was a cure-all for everything until I came upon Vaseline petroleum jelly products. I have this obsessive problem with licking my lips that has followed me from childhood. As a result, I get red, dry and cracked lips no matter the time of year, the …

Till a few months back I used to have a lot of problems in teeth while consuming hot or cold drinks and food items.My teeth used to ache whenever I eat or drink something cold or hot.The pain used to be so severe that I, at sometime stopped eating …

I have lots of calluses and corns on my feet as I do a lot of walking whether running errands or just simply moving about in the house. I do not have an office job which involves sitting all day long. On the contrary, I move around all the …

I have, for about the past eighteen months, had recurring problems with my lower back. In fact, I was recently in my doctors office and left more frustrated and in more pain than when I’d gone in. My doctor suggested physical therapy, but when I told her that I …

Ok, here is one of those products that you see on the shelf and you think… seriously???
After a few blinks and a blank stare, I realized that I had actually read it right. It said Anti Monkey Butt powder. Monkey Butt. Seriously.
I think this was …

Since I have turned forty, I’ve been trying out new creams and age-defying products. So far none of them have defied anything in any impressive manner, but a few have been helpful for the condition of my skin.
Being a diabetic, I am very familiar with the value of alpha lipoic …

Recently I thought I would try out our local fitness first gym in Cheltenham by getting a free one day pass to try out the facilities. The gym itself is located in the Brewery development by the new cinema. There is a large multi storey car park …

I use bandages, sadly, on almost a daily basis. If not me, then it’s one of my teenage sons, or my husband who is always hurting himself at work. My biggest complaint about typical bandages, though, is that they don’t allow the cut a chance to breathe. Sure, you …

How do I put into words how much I love Vicks. I have a family that does tend to get sick. When they do get sick, I need to know I have the things in my house to quickly combat the sickness. And even if I don’t have them, …

I don’t typically keep antibacterial wipes in my house now that my kids are teenagers and quite old enough to take a bar of soap to their own hands, but I do actually still buy them for other reasons. I was heading out on a camping trip with some …

I have hair that tends to be smooth on top and frizzy at the ends. Sometimes I like to wear a flat ironed style, and when coupled with humidity, it can be a challenge keeping that style. I have tried a few products to help keep the hair straight …

I have always loved Burt’s Bees and I have used a lot of their products. Usually I am very happy with them, with few exceptions. I decided to try this product out when I was frustrated with the frizzy, dry ends of my hair. I love avocado oil, and rosemary. …

I am a caretaker for my elderly mother, who has multiple health problems. When she had a surgery last year, her mobility was severely restricted during recovery. Bathing had to be done in bed, pretty much, as I lack the upper body strength to move her and …