Due to financial reasons, I did not have the luxury of visiting a dental office in many years and when my family finally got a health plan I made sure to make the trip.
As expected, I had a number of cavities and my gum/teeth health was deteriorating from gingivitis. …

I have pretty much come to depend on products like this to help get me through any given day. I hurt myself at work, just by repetative movements, and constantly reaching further than my five foot stature can reach, and usually holding or carrying heavy boxes of merchandise in …

I love a good massage… who doesn’t, really, right? And, sadly, more often than not, it’s not a matter of luxury so much as it’s a matter of necessity. I managed to tweak my back and shoulder over the last (almost) two years at my job, which requires a …

I am not fat (trust me, I’m not lying). Seriously, my height is 167cm and I weigh only 48kg. However, I do have a bit of flabbines on my stomach and thighs which I really want them to get away. I always wish I can “scoop” these …

I hurt my elbow when I tried to stop a very heavy box that was going to fall off a high shelf. I should have let it fall. I pulled tendons in my elbow that hurt for months afterwards.
I took anti inflammatories and tried to do the …

I like to have a cool eye mask ready for when I have a headache or sinus issues. When I have an allergy attack, my eyes swell and something cold helps to get me back to normal. Almost any problem that involves inflammation can be helped with cold. I had …

I tried some of this shampoo at a friend’s house and liked it so much, I ordered a bottle for myself and my partner (who loves beer, although I do not drink it!)
I finally found something with beer in it that I like, and don’t have to taste. …

I am a huge fan of tea tree oil products. Tea tree oil has natural healing and antibacterial abilities, and can be used in many different ways both medicinally and as a skin treatment—“ even as a household cleaner. I have combination skin, and I am prone to mild …

If you are shopping for a home elliptical machine, you should consider the Orbitrek. First of all, it’s a bit smaller than the machines you see at local retailers so it takes up less space. This machine fits my smaller frame perfectly. It has an adjustable …

When I was pregnant with my last child, I wanted to make sure I gave birth to a very healthy baby. Though my doctor did not seem to worry much about me taking prenatal vitamins, I requested some samples. He gave me three different vitamins, which all made me …

After my mother had surgery, I was in charge of monitoring her health once she came home from the hospital. Being a heart patient with both coronary artery disease, multiple bypasses, and heart failure as well as anemia and kidney failure, she is a high risk for serious complications.
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When I went to the clinic to have my son’s weight check I was completely downtrodden when I learned that my son’s weight is low compared to other toddlers whose age is the same as his. When my child was still a baby I know that his weight …

I’m not a health freak by any stretch of the imagination. Quite frankly, I’d probably be seen at the other far end of that spectrum. I’m obsessively lazy and love my couch, my reeces peanut butter cups, and my books far too much to consider exercising these days. I’m …

When my son got a bad case of poison ivy after exploring in the woods a while back, I found myself in need of something to relieve his itch and clear up his condition fast. I did some research and asked around on the issue. Poison Oak and Ivy …

I have tried both the U panty liners and the tampons, and have been very impressed—“ the coverage and performance is superb. I was expecting exactly the same from this pad.
The U heavy flow pads have very good absorbency. I’ve used them both on heavy and …

I have experienced irritating but minor problems with my ears since I was a child. My ears get water in them or I can’t hear fully because there is a wax build up. Occasionally because of these reasons I have gotten an infection.
I was highly skeptical that ear …

Pediafortan AS definitely made things so much easier for me as a mom. Feeding a toddler has always been a nightmare, by every mom I know, including myself. I think I have done all possible exhibitions, stunts and role playing I learned from my theater days back in …

I’ve been over-using the computer. This is one very important gadget I can’t afford to live without. I admit that. I’d go crazy if I can’t handle my computer in a day. I think half of my life is devoted to computer and I don’t regret that because …

After giving birth, I needed to use a feminine wash with antiseptic properties and the regular mild feminine wash would not be enough so I decided to use Betadine feminine wash which is stronger than regular feminine washes. It contains povidone iodine which is basically the same ingredient …

I take a nightly hot bath to treat fibromyalgia symptoms, and those close to me know I have a love of bath salts and other bath products. I use something different nearly every night so I don’t get bored. It also helps to keep my skin healthy if I add …

I don’t even know what I was thinking when I bought this E-Z clip bandage from Walgreens. I had pulled something in my leg when I was jogging, and I have no idea why I thought wrapping my calf with a bandage was going to help it at all, …

The crocin syrup is like a god gift for me. It is so because, of many such reasons which I have given below. I have 3 children and my little daughter is 2 years old. It is very hard for my daughter to take any syrups …

The Bally 350 Scanning Pedometer is a really great tool to help you keep on track with you fitness program. Especially if you are like me and you like to use walking as your main physical activity. I love to walk and I think it can be helpful in …

This little itch remedy is one that I found in a health food store, and I have actually not seen it anywhere since then. I wanted something for the itching caused by mosquito bites. I had been trying to switch to more natural products lately, including some natural insect repellent. …

When I saw this product was available, I bought it because I thought it was similar to a product from the UK which I have used before. The UK product is an eye drop spray that can be applied on the outer lids, and basically it seeps in to treat …

For the past couple of months my skin has felt way more oily than usual. I was looking for a deep facial cleansing product and I figured that this product would be perfect for me. I have purchased a few Burt’s Bees products in the past and …

Everybody around me was always obsessed by their not white teeth. I never had that problem because I had white teeth so I didn’t think about it but everyone always says that I have nice white teeth and I was proud. I also didn’t worry much about the toothpaste, …

I was never fond of using mouthwash. I hate the stingy feeling in my mouth everytime I use them. Besides, the alcohol content in the mouthwash gives me asthma attack every after use. So mouthwash was a big no-no for me until I discovered OraCare Mouthrinse. …

When one gets sick due to allergies, cold, flu, or any illness that causes a runny noise, having a durable and comfortable tissue is very important. One brand of tissue is Kleenex 2-Ply Tissues. Kleenex has been making tissues for as long as I can remember. …

I have irritable bowel syndrome, which means frequent shifts from
constipation to diarrhea, often in a very dramatic way for each. It
can be quite disturbing. Unable to tolerate the prescription
medication that is recommended for the condition, I treat it with
natural means, using lots of fiber and over the counter medicines
only when …

When I am very stressed or when my immune system is weakened, cold sores never fail to appear. It is very difficult to get rid of them and we all know how painful and unattractive they can be. There are so many pills, creams and ointments available on the market …

If you are new to Wai Lana workouts, you are really going to want to consider purchasing the Fusion Fitness Flex and Firm Kit. I just purchased one at TJ Maxx the other night and I can’t believe how great this set is!
First off …

I’ve been using this Redoxon Vitamin C Effervescent since long time ago. I don’t really remember how long it is. But I guess it’s almost ten years since I took my Redoxon Vitamin tablet.
I know that we can get vitamin C from the food that we eat every day. …

I take a nightly hot bath to treat the painful and debilitating symptoms of fibromyalgia. I use a variety of bath products to make the experience both more fun and more therapeutic. In the winter I like to use moisturizing products because my skin is dry, and the frequent exposure …

When I was browsing online at Amazon, I happened across a picture of this piece of soap, and had to stop and take a closer look. It is one of the darn prettiest soaps I have ever seen. It is a natural-cut style, and made from two colors …

I have heard about the health benefits of apple cider vinegar consistently for years. While other nutritional fads and supplement du jour products come and go, people still believe in apple cider vinegar. I have tried to take it straight out of the bottle. It’s a challenge to the …

I bought this temporary coloring product to add some highlights to my hair for a special event. I was wearing a gold colored dress, with gold barrettes in my hair—“ and the hair color spray was meant to add some gold to a few strands to highlight the accouterments.
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We have had several blood pressure monitors in our home, but the best one I have ever bought is the WrisTech Blood Pressure Monitor. I bought this home health product via television and was lucky to pay only $24.99CDN for it, in stores they are retailing for about $50.
WrisTech …

I’ve been using this toothpaste for about a year and a half and have come to the conclusion that I should switch to something else. I’ve discovered that despite the inclusion of mouthwash beads, my mouth does not feel particularly clean after I use this toothpaste. And the fresh …

I have suffered from acid reflux for many years. I take a proton pump inhibitor to prevent most of the symptoms before they occur, but once in awhile I have “breakthrough” symptoms that require some additional therapy. Sometimes I turn to over the counter acid relievers or enzyme products, especially …

The Go-Ped Trail Ripper 46 is a monster of a machine! This thing flies! It is extremely comfortable, and noticeably more than the other less expensive Go-Ped models, such as the Sport. If you are considering buying a Go-Ped in general, rest assured, because they are extremely reliable and …

After having attended one of my cousins wedding recently and having enjoyed myself thoroughly when I came back home, I was rather stunned to find out that my weight had increased around two kilos. This called for immediate attention because even a slight increase in my weight (especially on …

I have a friend who is a purist which means that he does not believe in wearing deodorant in his personal or professional life. He does not even wear it to work because of the fact that he believes your body should be pure and this is something he …

I always thought that long and thick eye lashes were always a great asset in making one’s eyes look beautiful and lively. But since I was those unfortunate ones with scanty and thin lashes- I felt that those with beautiful eye lashes were really blessed. Initially I did try …

My son started football this year with his school, and he’s always coming home from practices looking and feeling a little beat up. At a practice a couple weeks ago, he ended up pulling a muscle in his leg that had him limping for three days, and we tried …

Since I had been using my L Oreal shampoo(liss ultime) for quite sometime now- I kind of got bored with it and required an immediate change. But looking for a suitable product in the sea of different brands and types of shampoos available seemed to be rather confusing and …

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 …

While trying to learn more about massage therapy, I came across a unique DVD. Not only did it contain information on Swedish Percussion techniques, but it also had chapters on Acupressure, and the “Natural Face Lift” facial exercise program.
The Natural Beauty DVD by Wellspring …

This antiseptic cream is a herbal product and most of the ingredients are nature based. I have been using it since I was a child as my mum recommended it for almost all purposes. I am …

About six months ago, I switched to all natural skin care products, and this was the first and only all-natural body soap I tried, because I liked it so much I didn’t even want to try anything else. This all-natural soap product contains only four ingredients: coconut soap, water, …