I have fibromyalgia and one way to fight it is with gentle massage. I use a variety of massage oils and lotions, and it has become a hobby of mine to make my own blends from good quality carrier oils and essential oils. One staple that I use is …

During the summer, we spend a lot of time outdoors, whether it’s just in our backyard or camping. Mosquitoes are an annoying problem that we sometimes have to put up with while we are outdoors. This can be a problem, especially when we are camping somewhere …

I’m one of those mothers that carries a little bit of everything in my purse. I don’t even have a very large purse either, but I like to be sure that I have everything I need at my disposal should myself or my kids need it. One thing I …

PitRok Crystal Natural Spray Deodorant is a deodorant with a difference and personally I have found it very effective. This apparently works by suppressing bacterial growth which is the cause of body odour because it is not actually our sweat that makes us smell, but the bacteria on …

I take a hot bath nearly every night to help the symptoms of fibromyalgia. I have always loved bath salts, especially when I learned about how they can help to re balance the minerals in your skin and body. Magnesium in particular is very useful for muscle cramps, which is …

This condom is specially made for female stimulation. Or at least that is what it said on the package. It said designed for her pleasure. Something like that. As for me I really enjoyed it. I think it does what it is supposed to for the girl. As far …

My daughter purchased SoftSoap brand Juicy Pomegranate & Mango Infusions the other day at Walmart, and even though we use another type of soap I used hers and it seems okay I always switch brands from bar soaps to body washes, just depends what is on sale and what …

Emu Shampoo from Healthy Hair Plus, a product I ordered from the company’s website claims to solve dry hair and dry scalp problems defintiely does NOT do the job. My dry hair and scalp became even drier, hair became more frizzy and kept falling out.
They claim one must use …

In the past, doctors have recommended that I take Colace brand stool softener for constipation related to irritable bowel syndrome. Sometimes it would work effectively, and sometimes not. I found better results by using a daily regimen of fiber supplementation. When I was planning a long road trip, I …

I love to use natural soaps, and a friend who shares my interest turned me on to a company called Lux Naturals. I was at first confused, because there is a Unilever brand called Lux soap, but this is completely different. These folks make good, old fashioned handmade cold process …

I received this little terry-cloth pocket as part of a gift basket. Having several sponges already in the shower, I only recently got around to trying it out. It is a pretty blue color, and made of foam sponge (I assume) covered by a coarse terrycloth cover that contains a …

Dr. Lim Siow Jin is a multi awarded and well noted personality in the field of nutrition and holistic and natural medicine. He is a product the famed Indian Institute of Technology. He is the founder of DXN Marketing Ltd, which was formally established in 1993.
The focus of much …

I’ve heard a lot about the stevia plant over the last year or so, and it’s becoming a big deal in the health food circuit from what I can tell. I’ve got a couple friends who actually grow it, but I don’t have that kind of patience or green …

My physical therapist recommended these to me for use with some therapy exersizes to help with my fibromyalgia and hip and shoulder pain. I purchased the set as recommended. However, although I use them very frequently, I do not do any of the exercises outlined in the charts that come …

Acne has been a huge problem for me for the past few years and has caused me to be self conscious. I have tried countless products ( i.e Oxy, proactiv, neutrogena, etc ) over the years without much progress until recently when I came across Retin-A cream recommended to …

A lot of different skin care products used to treat acne and blemishes don’t always work real well on my skin. I have sensitive skin and I have to be careful about the kind of products I use and usually benzoyl peroxide is one of the things I can’t …

I recently suffered from first degree and second degree burns on my right arm and right thigh when I was frying some food. The medicine the doctor gave me was just an antibiotic really to help prevent infections. But the burns really hurt and I didn’t really think I …

I saw a show on TV that interviewed people whose lives had changed for the better after starting to ingest Fish Oil capsules. One man said his chronic depression abated. Others stated that doctors had told them to take Fish Oil for a healthy heart.
I try to …

I recently bought Scope Outlast Mouth Rinse in Long Lasting Mint to give it a try since I was sick of mouthwashes that burned my mouth as I rinsed it out. I must say I really like the way this mouthwash leaves my mouth feeling very clean and …

Ok. This is one of the most controversial diets out there, I know. I actually am a fan of it. And my cholesterol has never been better, my doctor is pleased, and I am not craving carbs like normal. I don’t have to go through the drive through at …

This was a good product to have around the house in case of bee stings, although it also worked alright for other types of bites like mosquitoes. Unfortunately, I can’t find it in stores any more. The only place I can find it is online at Amazon, but I …

My friend, for my 32nd birthday a couple years ago, decided to treat me to my very first pedicure. I was a little wierded out, admittedly, by having strangers touching my feet, and I’m very sensitive on my feet anyway, so I felt like I was constantly jerking my …

A few days back, due to severe cold symptoms, I had been experiencing nasal congestion and this made me highly uncomfortable. Since I wasn’t able to breathe properly through my nose, I tried breathing with my mouth which sometimes resulted in me snoring all through the night, thus posing …

I ended up purchasing this product online after hearing about it from one of my relatives. My Aunt has been taking it for almost a year, and she spoke of how well it has worked for her. For anyone who is unfamiliar with it, it contains probiotic …

The McDavid Jumper’s Knee Strap is for those with jumper’s knee or Osgood-Schlatter disease, but it does NOT work. I have jumper’s knee and all the strap does is apply pressure to the swollen area of my knee, but I don’t know how that’s supposed to help, because it …

These Non-Applicator Tampons were the cheapest tampons in Sainsbury’s and they are from their own brand. I bought a box of 16 of the Super variety which are for a medium to heavy menstrual flow. For the price, I think these are not bad at all. …

I recently had some trouble with a tooth that resulted in a lot of lingering gum irritations and after doing some extensive research on the internet for natural remedies, Oil of Oregano was one of the most mentioned remedies.
I decided to order a bottle of oil of oregano from …

I love Paul Mitchell’s tea tree products. I have used the shampoo and conditioner regularly for years because I love the nice tingle and cool effect on my scalp.
I recently decided to buy the hair and body moisturizer, since I loved all the other products, I thought this …

I love exercising, but I don’t always have the time to exercise the way I want. I certainly don’t like the idea of shelling money out each month for a gym membership and not end up going to the place because of weather or fatigue. So I bought the …

A few years before my mother passed away, we had a scary situation with her health. She was getting dizzy all the time, but she wasn’t diabetic or didn’t have blood sugar problems, so we didn’t know what the heck was going on. Finally, a wonderful Doctor …

For some reason I tend to have a lot of issues with dry and sore lips especially in the winter. I have tried a few types and brands of lip balm because I have to use it so much and this one in particular is probably at the …

One of the omega supplements I have been taking daily to help relieve inflammation in my body naturally and keep my organs healthy is the North American Herb and Spice Pure Omega. I like this supplement because it is a liquid supplement made from pure cold-water fish and it …

After trying numerous other sanitary pads in the market I truly believe that Kotex pads are the best. Kotex has been my favorite for many years now. Every now and then some other brand introduces something new I try them but always come back to Kotex because it …

I remember that this supplement was popular for a time, and then I think it was taken off the market for some time. I take a prescription drug to help me sleep, but because of the side effects of it, I have often wanted to stop taking it. I have …

After trying the Kirk’s bar soap and liking it, I saw the liquid version and wanted to get some for my kitchen since I was running low. I go through kitchen soap like water, and I thought this might be a good bargain since other castile soaps I had used …

I am a person who has a good amount of acne (not in a good way) and I also have the ability to grow a lot of hair in a short amount of time. It seems like my hair grows so rapidly that it will start to grow back …

I was looking for a cheap treadmill because I am out of shape and want to get back in shape on a small budget. The Weslo CardioStride 2.0 Treadmill seemed simple and easy enough to use and was certainly cheap enough. So …

It is a massage walking carpet from Tiens that I thought was just a simple foot massage thing but I was wrong. It is not a foot massage that will vibrate nor does a foot spa that you need to soak your feet in water as the machine vibrates. …

After trying the 8 Minute Buns and Legs workout, I thought I—˜d see if I could get a hold of the 8 Minutes Abs and Arms Workout. While I knew the first DVD cost about twenty dollars, I was shocked when I saw the second DVD for …

This cracked heel repair stick is from my new favorite line of foot pampering equipment—“ by Earth Therapeutics. Although they sell kits with several matching products designed to work together, I purchased this separately. I already had the foot spray, which also has tea tree oil and mint, and …

I actually stopped on the way home from work tonight to pick up the Mobisyl Maximum Strength Pain Relieving Cream, because I was in desperate need of something that would work fast and work well, and the pharmacist on duty recommended this to me. I’ve had problems with a …

I purchased this leg rest for sleeping on my back. I have lower back pain and my doctor recommended I use a leg rest specifically made for medical purposes rather than just propping my legs up with pillows.
I tend to be most comfortable with more height …

After having a rather bad experience with a product that was supposed to relieve migraines by massaging the eyes, I was not as excited as my friends were when we found this product in a magazine. Had I not already tried the migraine massager and experienced extreme nausea and …

Okay, my story may not seem like it has anything to do with exercise and health equipment, but I promise you it relates. I’ve recently developed an interest in archery. My husband and I joined a renaissance re-enactment group that encourages the practice of archery with “period style” long …

This is a product that has no alternative. DR. Morepen Digital Thermometer Classic is a true classy product that has totally replaced the use of the traditional mercury ‘glass’ thermometers, in all sensible home. It is small and light in weight and can be carried in the pocket like …

I have tried all kinds of products to lose weight, boost metabolism, and have more energy. Some of the ones that work the fastest are liquid ones. When I was starting a new exercise program and having a bit of a challenge actually keeping up with it, I went looking …

Although I’m not very sure what Rosacea is technically, I do know that this works great on irritated skin. It contains Vitamin E and the liquid from the tube is green which helps balance the redness.
I used this many times when facing acne problems. For those flare ups, …

While I was working graveyard shift for a call center a few years ago, there were times I just wanted to sleep on the floor; especially after my days off. When I feel tired or sleepy; I go to 7-Eleven and buy Lipovitan Ira. And just like magic, I …

I like to use essential oils for aromatherapy and medicinal purposes, and when I first started out in this hobby, I received a large kit containing many different oil samples. Out of this kit, I got to pick my favorites and one of them is bergamot oil. The …

While I was at Walgreens this week, I picked up a few necessities including the aloe vera gel that I just reviewed (which is an awesome product by the way), but also got this Johnson&Johnson First Aid Triple Layer Non-Stick Pads. There are ten in a box and comes in …