I have definitely had my fair share of diet mishaps, and I went through a period of time when I went looking for the quick fix. I managed, over a four month period, to lose more than 50 lbs, just by eating right. Once that weight was lifted from …

I have tried most of the supplements recommended for fibromyalgia patients. A few of them help you to sleep, which is a big factor in symptoms, and some give energy and relieve mental stress and anxiety. Rhodiola falls into that category. Recommended to me by a few patients that …

I’ve known kankunis herb tea two years ago from a friend of mine and its no ordinary tea like what you think because it purifies your blood and helps you loose weight. I’d tried it last year for a couple of two months but I must admit that I …

When my doctor told me I had high blood pressure, I realized I really need to keep an eye on it. I wasn’t sure how I was going to accomplish this task of recording it and maintaining an accurate log.
Then my mother told me about the Life Source …

Parkinson’s Disease that affects the person’s skills, particularly their movement (or as they call it ‘motor’ or voluntary actions) and coordination � and how they speak as well. The person’s mind is still there thus it’s one of those cruel diseases because the person knows how bad their condition …

I have suffered with fibromyalgia and GERD for a few years, and have tried a variety of treatments for it, in the hopes of avoiding permanent reliance on prescription medications which have side effects. One homeopathic remedy I tried is Gastricumeel. It is made by the Heel company, …

I have three bathrooms and three children, and I have to keep toothpaste amongst other things in constant supply. For my bathroom I have my own brand of toothpaste, but for the guest bathroom and the half bathroom, I buy Ultra brite Anti Cavity Toothpaste.
I am able to …

My daughter was feeling sick and was coughing really bad and had a bad stuffy nose to the point where she was not sleeping good enough. I had contacted my daughter’s pediatrician, but they was pretty much book for the day and was not able to see her till …

This is a very fancy sounding cream that is actually extremely simple. I would never have tried it if not for a friend who raved over it. She saw it on TV somewhere, and said that celebrities like Madonna and Brooke Shields used it. I was interested in it after …

If world record holder Sean Burch can climb Everest without the aid of supplemental oxygen, and scale 63 mountain summits in Tibet in (less than twenty three days); I figure at the very least I can try his 12 week Hyperfitness program. After all, I won’t be …

I have a scar between my lips and nose. It is because I was born with no skin in that area, and I needed a sugery. Thanks to the surgery I had skin trasnferred from my thigh to the area above mentioned, but the surgery also left …

We do bite different kinds of food and some of them do stain our teeth whether we like it our not. Few months ago I myself noticed I got some yellowish stain in two of my upper teeth so I went to the dentist to have it cleaned. However, …

I have become a fan of the Desert Essence brand from using their tea tree products and essential oils. I tried out this hand lotion in a natural food store, and found the scent very interesting, so I bought a tube to keep in the kitchen. The kitchen is one …

My skin generally becomes very dry especially in the winter season- giving it a rather dull and unhealthy look. Since I am a total beauty buff, I have tried using various skin care aid to actually keep my skin in good condition.
So when my cousin happened to …

I have always loved using different types of face masks (some fruity, some floral) because I always believed that a good face mask could actually do wonders for your skin. Since there a flood of face masks available in the market- I always try and pick a face mask …

Do you ever wake up in the middle of the night with a terrible crick in your neck? I do, quite often. I just fid it difficult to sleep comfortably on my pillow, because it doesn’t fit the contours of my neck, so I feel stiff and …

The Odomos is the name of the creme which can be applied on our body to avoid the mosquitoes. Actually the main purpose of using the odomos creme is to be free from mosquitoes. Due to the smell of the odomos creme the mosquitoes will now bite …

I went to the gym one day and decided I was getting tired of doing the same old workout everyday. I wanted to try something different and that’s when I spotted the Everlast C3 100-Pound Foam Elite Heavy Bag. I thought now …

My dad bought me some Kalms as he had been taking them at night and he really thinks they help him get a good night’s sleep. Boots sell these for £4.88 for 200. These are expensive but if they work it is far better to try these …

I always keep bottled water handy in the car even if I am only driving short distances. After all, water is the best cure for thirst, not fizzy drinks or even juices. When I went to Thamaga 2 weekends ago, I ran out of water. Even if it …

I am a heavy smoker so it is imperative that I take ascorbic acid, or to some people Vitamin C, regularly. I used to take brand name Vitamin C and I purchase a minimum of a hundred tablets so it is quite expensive I should say. But when I …

I tried my second Shape workout DVD today, and I am happy to report that I found it more appealing than my last. Although it has a similar configuration, it was a more inclusive session. Today’s Shape 20-Minute Makeover contained a 20 minute interval training session and also four …

A friend of mine who knows my love of new products and especially unusual ones bought me a bottle of this shower gel as a gift. I have an arsenal of shower gels, but I always have room for one more. This is truly a unique product. Pangea …

One drug-free treatment that I know of is light therapy, a therapeutic method that uses photic stimulation. Though the process, tiny pulses of light are delivered to shut eyes. Some hospitals offer the service and fortunately, products are made available for us to be able to do the therapy …

Now when I get a cut or something like that, the last thing I think about putting on it is rubbing alcohol, because I know it’s going to sting, and I’m one of those people who would like to avoid pain if at all possible, but I really liked …

I often make my own massage oils, lotions, and various moisturizing products, and I have been ordering the components to make them from Now Foods quite often because I have found the quality to be very good and very consistent.
I have a variety of oils I like …

This is a face cream I bought one winter when my skin was feeling really dry and was quite scaly I chose this because of the alpha glycolic acid content. This acid has an exfoliating effect similar to a gentle face peel, without the irritation from scrubs or exfoliating sponges/loofah.
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When I tried some Japanese bath products given to me by a friend, I became very interested in the bathing rituals of Japan as they were considered integral to health. I have my own bath obsession, and it helps me to deal with the symptoms of fibromyalgia and also relaxes …

Winter in Africa? I laughed that off myself when I first came here. But, I would soon eat my words when I experienced my first winter —“ Africa style. This runs normally from June-August of each year with the coldest in June. Officially, it should be the beginning of …

I got a chance to try Conzace Soft Gel capsules when a friend of mine gave me some. This is composed of Vitamin A,C,E and also Zinc. So this vitamin supplement said to be an effective preventive and cure for skin problems like pimples and acne. It also can …

If you are having the symptoms of the common cold, itching, swelling , or having trouble sleeping then you may want to try using benadryl. Benadryl is used to treat many symptoms. Benadryl can be used for itching, insect bites, hives, allergies and sinus problems. Benadrly is not …

I have always believed in the antiseptic healing properties of —˜’Dettol “and this antiseptic aid always remained an important essential in my medical kit since ages. Since there are a flood of antiseptic products in the market- I sometimes find it very tempting to try something new, but with …

I honestly don’t even remember the reason why I purchased this, I guess I was just trying to feel like those characters on TV, where they just soak up in their tub with candles and bubbles all over, just peacefully! Well sadly that didn’t turn into a reality for …

I have been looking for a way to “erase” the strech marks that appeared on my thighs after my two pregnancies, but nothing worked. I have used massage, natural oils, special diets, exercise but nothing really delivered the expected results so far. So this time I opted for a …

Not just as diet - A life style by choice
I consider “Fit for Life” more than just a diet but a lifestyle and a very good preference in keeping myself healthy and fit. Most diets work by telling you to abstain from certain types of foods or count …

Vitamin C has become an important part of my life. I found that this vitamin usually helps me feel healthier and stronger. I like to be able to avoid illness and love taking vitamin c for this purpose. The great thing about vitamin c is that it comes in …

I bought a pair of Lytess Orange Peel Slimming Arm Sleeves by Bliss for a cost of $20 plus the shipping fee of $6 online, at Amazon, after reading a lot of good reviews. It was mailed to me via UPS in 15 days, and began using it right away …

Freederm Acne treatment is a revolutionary way of treating acne. Or so the box says. When you actually get it out of the box, you find it’s actually just the same as all the others. It’s a lotion you rub into your skin and hope for the best.
How Freederm …

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 …

I spend a lot of time outside during outdoor activities so I normally experience muscle pains, joint pains, etc. So having access to a product that not only makes me feel better, but it is also soothing to smell and touch is a big plus in my book. After …

My skin tends to become extremely dry especially in cold climatic condition and this state often leaves me looking quite dull and unattractive. For this reason, it becomes important for me to use very good moisture to keep my skin well moisturized. Since there are a flood …

After my girlfriend started to talk in detail about how much she hated to have to shave her legs on a daily basis I told her that I thought that she should get her legs waxed and she said that it would be too painful but she needed to …

Unfortunately, I missed my usual workout time and got stuck walking during the heat of the day. As the temperature has been hovering in the 90’s I decided to spare myself heatstroke and opted for an in-home walk instead.
Really, if you live somewhere where …

I have this pretty eccentric friend who would swear by vinger for a cure-all to absolutely any ailment. Have a hangover? Take a tablespoon of vinger. Have a urinary tract infection? Then some vinger will clean it right up and you’ll be good as new in no time. She …

Fennel tea was recommended to me by several participants on an irritable bowel syndrome forum. I have had the condition for years, after suffering a terrible bout of food poisoning, which left some scarring in my intestines.
I bought this brand because of the packaging. It just …

Despite my many disappointing experiences with other brands, I still find it exciting to try other Glutathione brands. After all, my desire to have lighter complexion has not really gone.
So one time while I was shopping for my favorite malunggay capsule and virgin coconut oil I saw one product …

When I visited the UK last year, I forgot to pack my nail polish remover. My friend took me to her local Tesco store to pick up a few things and while I was there, I discovered their nail polish remover pads. I grabbed the small plastic …

I am a regular user of OPI nail polish, and when I saw that the same company that makes OPI also had a skin care line, I was curious. I decided to try out their caramel cream juicie lotion. I love the taste and smell of caramel, and even though …

Sometimes we all feel a bit run down. I have those days, especially when my fibromyalgia is acting up. I have used some of the 5 Hour energy products and some others, so I know that a boost will help me get through the day sometimes. When I was having …

Like most diabetics and fibromyalgia patients and anyone trying to lose weight, I need to keep active. My favorite low impact exercise is walking. There’s a nice little lake I can walk around locally, and this is a great way for me to enjoy the process of exercising. …