This little massager for cottage cheese thighs is an “interesting” product. I have used the Bliss cellulite cream, FatGirlSlim, and decided to rename it DumbGirlBroke, but I did not use it at the same time as this massager. I actually received this item later as a free gift. …

We were given the Exergen Temporal Scanner Infrared Thermometer 2000C as a Christmas present last year. This is a thermometer which takes your body temperature quick and easily by just holding it to the middle of your forehead, pressing the button, and sliding it to your left or …

I am not sure why the company Met-rx thought it would be a good idea to introduce pancake mix that is protein. Basically this product is pancake mix with protein in it and too be completely honest this stuff tasted so horrible and I would prefer undercooked regular pancakes …

Few years ago, a friend of mine offered me this product. This was a dietary product from Herbalife. They called the product as Herbalife Formula 1. What kind of product is it? It is some kind of nutritional shake mix that you can take as a replacement of your …

Tired of itchy legs after shaving with soap or body wash, I decided to try some shave cream made for women to use in the shower. There were several brands available, and I chose Pure Silk, which is made by Barbasol. It was inexpensive, and there was a …

Ok so since I stopped using the crest strips, I did invest in the Arm and Hammer Dental care whitening booster. The reason? because I Wasn’t looking for a whitner really, Iw as looking for something to boost my toohtpaste. And we all know that ARm and Hammer is …

I have been a fan of the Thymes company ever since I used one of their products for the first time. The quality is never a question, and the fragrances used are magnificent and always original and unique, even when they are just simple interpretations of a single scent.
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My constant body aches and pains sometimes made me quite miserable. Whenever there would be any body ache, I would not only feel physically tired and restless but my mental state would also be affected. I would get —˜cranky’ and just spit anger on anyone who just happened to …

I had heard about Budokon from the news and magazines and thought that I would give it a try. Budokon combines martial arts and yoga into one intense workout. In this tape, for the first few minutes, you warm up, then spend about 20-25 minutes doing yoga, then spend …

When I started having some pain in my right foot in the arch area, before resorting to a doctor, I decided to try some arch supports. Dr. Scholl’s is a leading provider of foot products that I have always trusted, so I went with the Adjustable arch pain relief inserts. …

Last year I decided to start exercising more, and along with my new daily routine came more perspiration and body odor than I was accustomed to. In order to work my new plan into my day, it required me to do my workout in the afternoon, and I did …

I recently started taking the diet pill Alli to help me loose some excess weight. As part of the recommended guidelines in the diet program, users are asked to take a multivitamin once a day to replenish some of the nutrients that might be lost or blocked due …

Have you ever experienced getting a fever accompanied by clogged nose caused by colds? Well, I have and quite often too especially during the rainy season. Anyone who has gone through this knows how much of a hassle it can be. During times like this, I find that the …

I stopped by a local Health Food Store yesterday looking for some inspiration. Recently I have taken measures to clean up my diet, and to explore new and healthier alternatives, but I have to say the amount of new choices is mind boggling. Honestly, I walk in …

Nearly two years ago, I purchased my first menstrual cup. It was the Diva Cup and believe me, I wanted to fall in love with it but unfortunately, it just wasn’t the cup for me. I was really disappointed. For some reason, my initial reaction was ‘if I didn’t …

I’ve been suffering with leg cramps due to fibromyalgia for years. When I first started having them, in my late teens, they would wake me at night with a horrendous spasm from my hip all the way down to my feet which would not want to let go. …

Around January of 2009, I had found out that I was pregnant. I was so happy and could not wait to tell everyone the excited news. Well, about a month after that I was feeling so much pain with a lot of cramps and did not know what was …

I was not one of them lucky people born with perfectly aligned teeth. I have big crooked teeth that needed braces so bad, and did I say over bite too. I was real conscious of my smile growing up. My parents couldn’t afford braces when I was young …

In this tropical country where I am in, hot temperature is usual and common. And worse, during summer wherein the temperature ranges from 25 degrees to 35 degrees Celsius. It is really hot and humid. Undeniably, too much sweating is a common problem.As for me, the part of my …

When it comes to soap I choose those whitening and with some vitamins that will enhance my skin, because the most important ingredients is it will moisturize and enhance the texture of my skin.
I found this Body Treats Lightening in Watsons here in the Philippines. It is made by …

There are times that I will have a difficult time breathing and I need something to open up my airways. I found this over the counter medication called Primatine Mist. It is really meant for people with bronchial asthma, which I am not altogether sure I don’t have. I …

Since I like to keep my first aid kits fully stocked with anything I might need, I buy skin closures as well. The ones I like to use more than others is the 3M Steri-Strip Elastic Skin Closures. It’s a product that doesn’t get too much use …

If you have had a baby with nappy/diaper rash, then you may have heard of Sudocrem!
Sudocrem is an antiseptic healing, barrier cream. It is mostly used by parents in the treatment of nappy/diaper rash, but it can be used for insect bites, minor burns, cuts, grazes etc;
It comes …

When it comes to sanitary napkins, I like to be able to move around or sleep and be fully protected. I have tried plenty of overnight pads, and most of them are pretty decent. I recently purchased the Walgreens brand Ultra Thin Overnight Pads with Wings. The ultra thin …

I am a great fitness freak and off late after having included yoga in my fitness routine, I have started feeling much more healthier and energetic. Yoga to a great extent has helped me to become more fit and this is perhaps one of the primary reason that I …

I decided to undergo warts cauterization two years ago because I noticed that it was spreading on my neck and some in my face. I went to Borough Medical Clinic to consult a dermatologist and I can say that the doctors there specifically in dermatologist clinic are the nicest …

I’d seen a lot of commercials for the five-hour energy drink over the years and didn’t really think anything of it, because I worried about the crash afterwards, and really had to debate wether or not I ever really needed to drink something like that. But when I had …

The last time I needed to buy new tissues I bought Puffs. Before that, I had tried this product, because it was on sale for a really good price. I have used Kleenex in the past but always preferred Puffs Plus for its softness and moisturizing effects, but I …

I have a variety of first aid ointments and creams in my house. A different one, pretty much, in each of my first aid kits which I have in every room of the house, the car, packed away with our camping gear, in the kids backpacks, pretty much anywhere …

I bought this product (repeatedly) for two reasons. One- it advertised that it helps you lose weight. Two- it advertised that it give you an energy boost. Although the Hydroxy-Cut mixed berry drink mix does taste good, I did not find that it helps lose weight …

When I was a kid, I have never really used the most popular brand of toothpaste. And as an adult now, I now know that popular brand names do not necessarily mean that it is the best among the best.
I now have a family of my own. And I …

When I was younger we used many different brands and types of toothpastes. One of the toothpastes I decided to try one day was Colgate’s Herbal Toothpaste. I have always had a fascination with herbs and what they can do for the body. I like that it is all …

My 18 month old toddler had a bad case of nappy rashes recently and as I was browsing in Watson’s, I noticed that Vaseline 100% Pure Petroleum Jelly can be used to soothe discomfort on baby’s skin. I was impressed as not only can I use it to moisturize …

I have always have had a keen eye for the different non- medicated eye care products available in the market. The fact that I always enjoyed the healing benefits of using an eye mask, made me just go for it whenever I happened to see something —˜novel’ and …

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 …

I have oily, blemished skin, so during the day I usually wear some light make-up like foundation and pressed powder to cover up my blemishes. Because of this, I always have to do an extra step at night to make sure no trace of make-up is left on my …

Ah, we’ve all been afflicted by that terrible monster, the cold. Stuffy nose, snot dripping down your throat, coughing and hacking at all hours of the day. So you take cold medicine, which helps you recover, but what about that pesky cold in the meantime? You still have to …

While few people are immune to stress, I seem to be easily overwhelmed by it. Lately though, I have been trying many stress relievers such as yoga, and meditation on my weekends off.
Last weekend, I thought I would test out my new Qigong for Stress …

Not long after a friend of mine gave me the Everlast Twist Board, which I’ve already reviewed, I figured I’d try some more of the Everlast product line, especially considering they are remarkably affordable. Of course, some of their products seem rather gimmicky, and I’ll admit that this is …

We purchased a Weslo Cadence C22 tred mill from Kmart not that long ago and have had the opportunity to use it for a while now. Overall, the C22 has been able to keep up with our exercise routines and with our kids “playing” with it. It …

I was so happy with Neutrogena’s spf 90 facial sun protection, that I thought this would be the perfect accompaniment for the rest of my body. I have very fair skin that blisters easily, and I also have a cloud hanging over my head medically—“ for years it has been …

Jhandu Balm , a quality product from the house of Jhandu pharmaceutical works limited . The balm works magically well for some quick relief from headache, body ache ,cold and other minor pains. The menthol in the balm soothes and reliefs from pain instantly and gives me that …

With the advent of all the modern technology in medicines, I found it interesting that people were paying good money on magnetic bracelets. I was extremely skeptical and negative about the process. But people were attesting to their effectiveness .
Then last January my roommate had to undergo …

I have had high cholesterol for a few years, and attempts to treat it with prescription medicines have been frustrating. I tried several statin drugs, always with disastrous side effects that I refused to tolerate. Having fibromyalgia, I do not need any more muscle pain in my life, …

My wife and I have been using Bisolvon Pediatric for my son since he was three years old. Bisolvon is good for cough with phlegm and is quite safe for children. Bisolvon Pediatric is distributed by Boehringer Ingelheim, Inc. in the Philippines and is already quite popular among mothers. …

I bought this from As Seen on TV in the fall for $300, when with the cold coming to Vancouver, I was afraid I might not be able to take those long walks outside anymore. And it turned out to be a prescient idea, as this was exactly …

I know that there has been a lot of bad reviews concerning LA Weight Loss in particular when you consider that they closed down all the centers in the Las Vegas region, leaving many of its members stranded and without legal recourse. However, I am not going to review or …

When I was on a day trip with some friends, we had several things to do before eating lunch, which was at a restaurant with reservations for a specific time. We were all starving and complaining, and our driver came to the rescue by pulling out some Clif bars he …

As a woman it is fairly important for me to keep myself clean. I like to avoid odors and stay fresh for the entire day, if possible. While deodorant and sprays usually work fine, I fell that the soap I choose is most important. Thought I have had good …