Health Reviews
SinuCleanse Neti Pot
I want to let you know how a very unusual product works. The product is called SinuCleanse and was created by Diane G. Heatley, M.D. She is a practicing ear, nose and throat physician who developed this product in 1997.
After suffering endlessly for 2 months and feeling wiped …
Bio-Oil for scars and stretchmarks
I have used several products to treat my old, deep, white stretch marks on my breasts, butt, and hips, but I never stuck with them or had the patience to apply them multiple times a day. Plus, the cost was prohibitive on the more effective-seeming stretch mark products …
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 …
Pilates Workout for Dummies
Pilates For Dummies by Michelle Dozois is a good start for those who are trying to learn how to do some Pilates movements in their own free time. I bought this video for $10 off Amazon and I think it is a good learning material for beginners.
The instructor has …
Baby Zen After Bath Powder 4oz
I used to be a regular user of baby powder, and various other talc products. Ever since learning about how talc can be harmful to health, especially for women, I have been using mostly cornstarch based powders. They are not as soft as talc, and sometimes I miss that talc …
Ocean Nasal Moisturizing Gel - 0.5 OZ
I have a problem with nose dryness and crustiness in the winter months. The heating in our home causes the air to become very dry and I often wake with a very uncomfortable nose, sometimes even a bleeding one. When falling alseep at night, I find it particularly irritating when …
Lumene Arctic Touch Deep Cleansing Peat Mask 3.4 oz.
I’ve tried a lot of masks. Some are great for removing impurities and refining pores, others are soothing, and some offer multiple benefits. I tried this one specifically because it claims to be good for combination and oily skin. My skin, especially in the summer, falls into the combination …
Traditional Medicinals Organic Peppermint Eaters Digest Herbal Tea
Mealtimes have not been my favorite times to nourish my body lately because my digestive system has been completely off. Recently, I went to my local herbal shop and purchased the Traditional Medicinals Organic Peppermint Eater’s Digest Herbal Tea to see if that would help me and so far, …
Soap & Glory Easy Glistening Dry Oil Body Gloss Spray 150ml
I have a friend in the UK who sends me care packages with products that I can’t find here (Or can’t find easily.) Soap and Glory is not a name that I have ever heard of here in the states, but apparently it is quite popular across the pond. …
Hugo Naturals Mexican Lime & Bergamot Deodorant 1.5 oz
I have been trying to find a natural, aluminum free deodorant that actually works. I have found a few that work better than others, but nothing that even comes close to the aluminum containing mainstream products—“ you know, the ones that actually keep you from stinking.
I am aware …
Rite Aid First Aid Epsom Salt
One of the Epsom salt products I have been using to help relieve my ingrown toe pains is the Rite Aid Pharmacy First Aid Epsom Salt. It has not fragrance to it at all and contains magnesium sulfate, which is a natural pain reliever. The salt itself is small …
O2 Optix Clear Breathable Contact Lenses
One of the important things in my list of acquisitions was to replace my old contacts. I was reprimanded by my ophthalmologist for having worn contacts way past their expiration and if I had been more stubbornly persistent —“ it could lead to my vision deteriorating. I …
Jason Tea Tree Nail Saver
I love Jason’s Tea Tree Nail Saver. I originally bought it because I thought that I had a possible fungus problem on my big toe, because the nail stopped growing. It ended up being that my nail was a bit ingrown, but either way I find Jason …
Heel Homeopathics Neurexan for Insomnia 60 ct
I have a sleep disorder which is directly linked to my fibromyalgia. Without proper sleep, I am in pain constantly. Even with good sleep, I suffer pain often, but getting the right quality of sleep is essential to keeping my condition under control so I can live normally.
I …
Pearl Ice Cooling Eye Mask
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 …
Hyland’s Homeopathic Menstrual Cramps
Endometrioses runs in our family, I don’t know if it’s hereditary, but all the women in our family suffer from severe menstrual cramps. And in our quest to relieve us of our monthly pains, we have looked far and wide. Honestly, except for the usual medications in the market, …
Shambala Oil Arthritis Joint Pain Relief Rheumatism Oil Treatment 1 Oz
Ever since I developed an interest in essential oils, I have collected various product that treat muscle aches and pains. I have fibromyalgia and the beginnings of mild arthritis, and I have tried just about every over the counter rub or cream there is.
This product appealed to me …
Raynaud’s Phenomenon
Raynaud’s Phenomenon, also known as Raynaud’s disease, is a condition that is usually more prevalent among women. Raynaud’s can be compared to frost bite. This condition is not as well known as Asthma or Diabetes so I would like to tell you a little about it.
I have …
Chantix
I had a personal issue that I was trying to get rid of because I was tired of doing it. I wanted to stop smoking but it got to the point where it became very hard. I tried everything under the sun before I gave in and tried …
Healthy Direct Flaxseed Oil Capsules
I personally pride myself on making sure that my body has all the necessary vitamins, minerals and supplements that it needs to carry out my daily life. I am a regular in the gym, and therefore, can not risk illness or injury which would disrupt my personal plan. I …
Sinol Headache Relief Spray
I have always experienced thronging headaches time and again and these headaches not only leave me feeling depressed but also feeling irritated and fatigued. Though sometimes only taking a pain killer seems the only solution to get rid of my headache, initially I always try healing it with the …
Paradise Gold Body Glow
I bought this from a local Walgreens store, it claims that you “get a radiant, sun kissed glow while moisturizing”. I got the one for medium skin tones which is me. It’s suppose to help you keep that summer glow all year round. It also said that within several …
Nordic Naturals Childrens DHA Chewable Softgels
I recently found a cod oil supplement I really like and I know they are meant for children, but it is easy to take, gentle on my tummy and it does not have a nasty flavor at all. The supplement is the Nordic Naturals Children’s DHA Chewable Softgels. They …
Quantum Scar Reducing Herbal Cream
I had a really nasty scar on my hip that was about an inch long that I was trying to get rid of and started using the Quantum Scar Reducing Herbal Cream and I have to say it has worked okay. However, the cream did end up working well …
OralB Vtality Broun
That a really good electrical toothbrush, you car really feel and see the difference on your teeth after using it. There are much less deposits on your teeth. I used to drink coffee and I started noticing little stains on my teeth so i stopped drinking coffee and …
Zum Bar Goat’s Milk Soap sea salt 3 oz
I love natural soaps and Zum has been a brand that I have greatly enjoyed. I started buying Zum soaps when I discovered them at Whole Foods. Since then I have indulged myself with a new one every time I go to this store.
The last one I …
Spring Valley Fish, flaxseed, and borage Oil 120 caps
I’ve had a problem with my cholesterol on and off for a few years. Mine seems to be mostly due to heredity and a thyroid problem. I had a very bad experience with statin drugs, so I refuse to take them now. I also have fibromyalgia and suspected …
Bioderm Ointment Antibacterial and Antifungal Cream
I’ve always relied on this Bioderm Ointment Antibacterial/Anti-fungal Cream ever since I was young and when I started having pimples. I think it was when I was twelve. I have tried either pimple creams too but most are too harsh and they dry and kind of burn even the …
Bain de Soleil Sunscreen Orange Gelee spf 4
I’ve had a few failed self-tanning experiences over the years that I’m embarassed to admit didn’t go as planned. When I was in high school, I made the mistake of using my mother’s self-tanning lotion that she used, but she also worked at a tanning salon and was very …
Secure Dental Adhesive
Do you wear dentures, or partials and use denture adhesive to help keep them secure? If so listen up, you are not going to hear of this product being advertised by normal means. This is a product that I haven’t been able to find in stores, I have only …
Body Time Anti-Inflammatory Muscle and Joint Gel 8.3 oz
I suffer from fibromyalgia, and I have tried most of the muscle rubs on the market. Most work as counter-irritants, containing menthol substances that stimulate the nerves in the skin to produce a “distraction” of a cold or hot sensation, so that fewer pain signals make it through to the …
Colgate Plax Mouthwash
Mouthwash is vital for my oral hygiene as brushing alone is not enough and it is much convenient to bring alone than a toothbrush and toothpaste when I’m outside. One of the new mouthwashes in the market that I tried is the Colgate Plax. After a week it was …
Oral-B Anticavity Fluoride Rinse
Frankly, I am not used to use mouthwash after brushing. But when I tried using the Oral-B Anticavity Fluoride Rinse, it is indeed brushing is not enough. I first bought the Oral B mouthwash two years ago. There are still times that I skip using mouthwash but when I …
DenTek Custom Comfort Night Guard
I have had a problem with grinding my teeth at night for several years. I got a mouth guard from my dentist 5 years ago, the kind that is molded and fitted professionally, and costs over $300, even with medical and dental coverage. I have been making this appliance …
Rite Aid Pharmacy Anti-Itch Cream Hydrocortisone 0.5% 1 oz
While I was out one day, I developed a maddening itch from a tag inside a shirt collar scratching my neck. There was not much I could do until I got home, but I managed to have a friend who was with me cut the majority of the offending tag …
Stick-e Brands Yoga Stick-e Towel
This towel is supposed to help protect the hands and face from direct contact with equipment and mats that have been used by other people. Now this is an excellent idea because you never quite know what you might pick up when doing yoga or other forms of relaxation …
CVS/Pharmacy/Minute Clinic
I live near this CVS Pharmacy at Lindsay and Warner Roads in Gilbert, AZ. I frequent this CVS Pharmacy to purchase a number of prescriptions and have done so for the past 3 years. A few years ago, CVS decided to put a “Minute Clinic” in this store to …
Cryo-Max Cold Pack,Reusable 8 Hour, Large 12 x 12 inch
Finally, a good sized cold pack for me to use on my back! I was very excited to find a twelve inch pack that I could use effectively to cover the area I need it to cover. I hurt my back almost two years ago, doing who knows what, …
Dove Go Fresh Shampoo in Lemongrass & Grapefruit
I know Dove makes the best facial and body soaps out there, but I wasn’t so sure about their shampoos. I saw a commercial for the Dove Go Fresh Shampoo and it really caught my eye, so I said hey! that product looks pretty interesting maybe I should buy …
Balance Bar Gold Energy Bar - Chocolate Mint Cookie
One word best comes to mind when I think of these bars: yuck. Yeah, yuck. I did not taste any chocolate or mint and this bar was not at all soft and crunchy like a cookie. The taste was apparently not added to this bar and as a result …
Avon Anew Rejuvenate Night Sapphire Emulsion 1.7 oz
I am as guilty as any consumer of falling for pretty, well designed packaging and presentation, and initially, I wondered if that is what happened when I ordered this product from an Avon representative. It’s in a pretty jar and it’s shiny and soft blue, my favorite color. I …
Bumble and Bumble Does it All Spray 10 oz
I bought this spray after hearing several people say it was good to help layer products and build volume. It claims that it is an all purpose spray, but I would have to disagree with that. It only gives moderate hold, and even with multiple layers of product, you cannot …
Oral-B Glide Pro-Health Floss Picks, 30 count
I use a fair share of dental floss, and so does my daughter. I much prefer the kind that comes as a roll of floss inside a case, but my daughter prefers floss picks. We alternate, and I buy my favorite once, then she gets to choose, …
Vaxa Clearin Natural Acne Remedy 60 capsules
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 …
Cholesterol Chek brand Glucose and Cholesterol dual Meter
With so many people having diabetes these days, and the fact that high cholesterol often goes hand in hand with diabetes, the idea of a glucose meter that also reads cholesterol seems like an absolute stroke of genius and one of the most convenient medical devices to have.
When …
Suave Professionals Captivating Curls Whipped Cream Mousse 7 oz
A friend of mine bought some of this mousse and loved it, and insisted that I would too. I didn’t mind giving it a try, since it was very inexpensive, and I have always been pretty impressed with the quality of Suave products. They often make imitations of salon brands …
Anemia
Im pretty sure everyone knows what this condition is. Its really when someone doesnt have enough blood in their body and it can be due to various things. I mean, I used to have the belief that anemia simply means your body isnt making enough blood cells. This indeed …
All About Hands Avocado Hand and Body Soap, 5 oz.
I like to try new soaps when I hear about them, or really, any new bath product. A friend told me about All About Hands, which I admit I knew nothing about, but when looking it up, I came across the All About Hands Avocado Hand and Body …
Garden of Life Super Seed Beyond Fiber 600 grams
I take fiber regularly to help treat the symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome, and for general health and to help lower cholesterol. I have taken my share pf psyllium fiber, which is the popular one, but it is not the best. Natural fiber from food sources is always best, but …
Pedialyte Electrolyte Soulution
Gatorade is a company that has spent millions of dollars in marketing their beverage as the answer to all of your problem on the sports field. According to the company, it can also be taken when you are sick and it will prevent you from suffering by stopping thirty …
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