A few days back, due to an severe cold and flu attack- I was completely bed ridden. A cold which just started out with sneezing several times a day- took such a bad shape that apart from coughing and blocked nose , I was down with flu and …

For this review, I am focusing on the Plank Road location of NextCare, the one I visited recently. I do not know how the other NextCare centers here in Fredericksburg compare, so I definitely do not want to include those in this review, since I have never been …

I’ve always grown up watching my mother’s nightly skin care rituals, and it was sort of therapeutic to witness, and it’s been fond memories for me ever since. And, I’ve also learned a great many things from her about proper skin care that I’ll carry with me for the …

Dandruff is my worst woes when it comes to hair care. I use ordinary shampoos that can be found in the market. My hair reacts to them wonderfully. It always manages to shine especially if I take the extra time and effort to use conditioner. The problem is my …

Ever since I was in my teens, I was a user of povidone-iodine douches if I ever got a slight irritation or itch, or just needed to feel “refreshed.” My mom used Betadine brand for years, but then it was suddenly taken off the market. I do not …

I’ve been aware about facial masks but foot masks, I was skeptical at first when I found these products on display at the nearest Watson store in my area.

I had been trying lotions to ease the constant dryness of my feet and looking for easier means to address …

Due to a hectic scheduled life, taking care of my feet would sometimes become difficult and since I would be on my feet most of the day, my feet stated showing signs of weariness and looked quite dull and unclean. Though I would try to go in for …

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 …

This little fountain was given to me as part of a “relaxation therapy kit” which included some aromatherapy, CDs to play, candles, herbal remedies and essential oils. I love all of it… but this fountain is the best. It is a small fountain, the right size to sit on …

Talk about resistance training! This one has about 6 routines that you can use, and about 5 are for the pros, and only 1 left for amateurs like me. When I say resistance, I really mean like riding your bike on a 90 degree angle. It is so hard …

I have fibromyalgia, and I like to use various essential oils in bath preparations, massage blends, and general aroma therapy uses. Now Foods has been a company I have purchased many essential oils from. The price is great and the quality is generally very reliable. Since I started using …

I’m all for having a clean mouth but the one thing I don’t like is for my mouth to burn. I have a really sensitive mouth so using just any old product isn’t good for me. I have trouble using certain things like Oasis mouth wash. I had tried …

One of the dirtiest part of our body is our hands. We wash our hands with soap but it is not only enough to kill bacteria. We need a disinfectant to thoroughly clean our hands. Green Cross Isopropyl Alcohol is a very good solution to address our needs. This …

I like to use a skin cleansing wipe for extra hygiene in the bathroom. When I was suffering from a yeast infection, the wipes I had at home, which were a fragranced, mainstream brand, were burning me like crazy. It was just because of the infection. They had never bothered …

I am far too cheap to spend much money on things like tissues, or Kleenexes as everyone calls them. I buy the cheapest product I can find. I saw advertisements for Puffs, which carries tissues that are softer and have moisturizers, and I told myself I would never buy …

I take fiber supplements to treat several health conditions. I have irritable bowel syndrome, which can leave me either constipated or with diarrhea at any given time. It is unpredictable and random, therefore something that treats both extremes of the symptoms is the best option since it is difficult to …

I’ve become a connoisseur of kid’s toothpaste. My mouth is very sensitive to the strong mint flavors that mainstream regular brands usually have, so I use children’s formulas, or some natural products which tend to have milder flavors. I have purchased Oral B’s Stages toothpaste many times before, but …

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 …

The reason I got interested in this product is because my sister in law who is chubby and with all those fatty tummy and flabby arms suddenly appeared in front of me and I was so amazed at what I saw. She was so blooming and skinny. She also …

I, like many people worldwide, suffer from toe fungus at some point in life. The toe nails become thick and discoloured. They are hard to rid of and take time (several months). I recently went to see my general practioner (family doctor) as I’ve had this problem for years. …

I am not a very huge fan of lotions and moisturizers since many of them I have tried over the years have tended to be a bit too greasy for my liking. However, I still use them because I have dry skin on my arms, legs, and feet. Some …

PomX is a natural supplement, an antioxidant that claims that one capsule is equal to an 8oz glass of pomegranate juice.
My initial impression when I got my package of the pills was to smile. It comes in a bright purple box and when you open it, there’s a …

I used to love taking vitamins when I was a kid, and my mother would always track down the newest ones, chewable, gummies, anything she thought would appeal to me and get me to take them. Little did she know, it wouldn’t have taken a whole lot because I …

After spending years around athletes, I have seen muscle soreness and strain of every kind. Determined to find products that offered genuine relief, I began to look into temperature pack available on the market. What I hoped to find was a product that was effective, easy to …

Walking had always been one of one of favorite exercise for the last 10- 15 years. A great way to keep myself fit and healthy, walking has always been a pleasure until now. But off now, due to my terrible back pain, walking at a fast pace …

I have three first aid kits: one for the home, one for the boat, and one in the car. For the car, I chose to buy the Adventure Medical Sportsman Kit because I do a lot of outdoor activities, it had a lot of room inside to add …

Sensitive teeth has always been an on- off problem with me right from my teenage years. My teeth would suddenly start feeling sensitive —“ making it just difficult for eat or drink anything comfortably. Though I always tried using Sensodyne tooth paste to keep my sensitivity at bay, I …

After hearing me complain about my pimples for a few days, my mom handed me a bottle of CVS Purifying Mint Masque and urged me to try it. I was a little weary at first because, though I’ve used face washes before, I’ve never tried a face mask. Furthermore, …

Aveeno has been a good brand for me, so when I saw this anti-aging system, which was very reasonably priced, I wanted to give it a try. This set consists of an exfoliating cleanser, an eye treatment, a night cream, and a daily moisturizer with spf 30. It’s sold as …

I am diabetic, and currently I control my condition with medicine that does not cause drops in blood sugar. Once before, I was on such a medicine for a very brief time before side effects caused me to discontinue it.
While I was on this medicine, I was warned …

I’ve used Mitchum antiperspirant/deodorant on and off for years, but always bought the solid. The last time I picked some up, I accidentally bought this product, which is a clear gel that you twist up through the cap. I didn’t want to go back to the …

Puritan’s Pride Omega-3 Fish Oil is a 1200 mg, soft gel that contains important nutrients for health such as Eicosapentaenic Acid (EPA) and Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA). EPA and DHA are fatty acids that interact to keep your heart and cardiovascular system healthy. I take Omega-3 Fish Oil in …

Natural Fitness 75cm Professional Burst-Resistant Exercise Ball from Natural Fitness is a good product which I used for around 6 months. It cost around $35 when I bought it online. It was mailed to me in 21 days and was impressed by its careful packaging. Its diameters are …

I said to myself that I will never use Secret product as my deodorant, however I look for a Dove deodorant in the market and it was out of stock. I learned about Secret Smooth Effects while I was looking for Dove. I do not have a choice during …

I’ve been using Clear Women Softcare Anti-Dandruff Shampoo for more than a year now not because I had dandruff before but because this shampoo brought back moisture and glow to my hair. After dyeing my hair, the damage was undeniably visible. I used to have long, straight black hair …

When I got pregnant with my first child, I thought I was incredibly lucky, because I’d prepared myself for the worst in the way of morning sickness and never so much as experienced any queasiness. My friends who had children were all patting me on the back and tell …

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 …

I have had a problem with sleeping for years. My brain does not go into the deepest stage of sleep for long enough periods of time on its own, so I rely on a drug called amitriptyline to help me get the quality of sleep that I need. Even though …

I bought Calorie Off Arm Massage Shaper for $10 online because I wanted to slim my arms which used to be pretty fat back then. I bought it after learning the good reviews I read on it online, and it became a pretty good buy, actually, because it lasted …

The Abundance wellness center in Chicopee was a great place to go and unwind and receive a great massage and a few other services that I will mention. The first thing I like about this place was the appearance because the outside of this place looked like a house …

I have known for years, as many people have long before any studies were done—“ that chocolate does wonders for one’s outlook on life on any given day. We crave it, we need it, it makes us happy—“ but we weren’t sure why until scientists discovered that it actually does …

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 …

One of my growing problems right now that I am adult is my sensitive immune system ever since, which often, made me sick especially if there’s an extreme weather changes.
I am very prone to flu, fever and coughing when the weather suddenly shifted, so I really need to take …

I can remember when the Biggest Loser first came on television. I was struggling with a weight problem and had tried all kinds of diet and exercise regimes, and though I may lose weight it seemed I would always gain it back as quickly as I lost it. I …

I get the occasional cold sore, and the last time I felt one coming on, I was out of my usual product so I stopped by a drug store to pick some up, to hopefully nip the problem in the bud before it got worse. There was only a …

I recently gave birth to a healthy baby boy. A few weeks after giving birth, I noticed the stretch marks and scars I incurred during my pregnancy. I had stretch marks on my upper leg part and a very awful scratch mark on the skin in my belly located …

A lot of people seemed to have given positive reviews for Smooth Away Hair Removal Pads. I have yet to figure out if these people are real. But because of the “positive” reviews and my general laziness when it comes to the ritual of shaving I decided …

I have been using this product for years for myself and my family. This year I wondered if it would work against the swine flu. This past week, my son’s school got hit hard with the swine flu. My son got sick this weekend. His …

I always love keeping my skin clean and dirt free because I strongly believe keeping your skin clean goes a long way in making it look young and beautiful. For this I always love using a body scrub ( at least once a week) to help wash …

One of the things I hate is my toothbrush being out in the open in the bathroom. When I was a child my mother use to tell me to put my toothbrush in the cabinet inside of a holder. Then she would make me change my holder once …