Health Reviews
Cottonelle Ultra Toilet Paper
This review is for Cottonelle Ultra Toilet Paper which is being advertised as having “more cushiony comfort” than the prior product the company sold. I have to say that I love one of their advertising pieces that has a dog sleeping on a cushy chair. It just …
Ace Instant Cold Compress
I get aches and pains a lot, mainly because of my activities and work. I rely on a lot of creams, gels, medicines, and patches to relive my pain (not wanting to take prescription pain relievers). One product I use often, mainly for knees, is the Ace …
Neutrogena Sunblock, Ultra Sheer Dry-Touch SPF 70
All my life, I’ve been very fair-skinned and a toe-headed child. My mother would lather on me layers and layers of sunblock before ever letting me out of the house. As I got older and she figured I was responsible enough to administer that kind of attention on myself, …
Swanson Premium Ashwagandha 450 mg 100 Caps
When I was going through a stressful time, I developed some odd symptoms. Out of nowhere, with no provocation or reason, I would suddenly feel a very strange sensation move up through my throat. It felt a little like when you are startled by something, and your heart races, only …
Humco Camphor Spirits 2 oz bottle
I used to work in a drug store and I knew that people, especially elderly ones, often purchased camphor spirits, but I didn’t really know why. I knew it was used in medicines like Campho Phenique and in vapor rubs and steam inhalants, but I wasn’t sure what folks …
NuNaturals White Stevia Powder
I have a friend who is kind of a homeopathic nut, in her own way, and when she saw me putting sweet n’ low in my coffee one day I thought she was going to have a heart attack. I had to sit through this long lecture about why …
Jhandu Balm
Jhandu Balm , a quality product from the house of Jhandu pharmaceutical works limited . The balm works magically well for some quick relief from headache, body ache ,cold and other minor pains. The menthol in the balm soothes and reliefs from pain instantly and gives me that …
Philosophy Microdelivery Exfoliating Cloths
There are few things in life that I adore as much as the Philosophy beauty and health product line. It’s one of the most consistently delightful, insightful and powerful products out there on the market today, in my humble opinion, and I have been a fan for over a decade …
Shiseido Ultimate Sun Protection Lotion SPF 60
I’ve had pharmacists actually tell me before that there’s not much difference in effectiveness in an SPF 60 product and one with an SPF 100 (and can you believe they actually make that, because I’ve tried it before), but I still see that higher number and think it just …
HEALTH:CHILDREN’S HEALTH ASSOCIATED WITH OBESITY
Far too many children in America are overweight, and that means they are probably headed for a lot of problems regarding their health!
There is a program through Blue Cross of California that is helping to keep children at acceptably healthy weights. The program is called, “Kick”, and the number …
Exergen Temporal Thermometer
I do not use the traditional mouth thermometers any more, and though I have an ear-reading thermometer, I purchased the Exergen Temporal Thermometer after I found out I could not use the ear thermometer on my child when she has an earache. The temporal thermometer can be used …
Gold’s Gym, Manila, Philippines
For the first time ever, I availed of a monthly gym membership at Gold’s gym. It was my friend who got me in at a discounted monthly rate of Php1150, as his gym buddy, as it was one of the benefits of his company. The membership included …
Herbalife Shapeworks Formula 1
Protein shake is always good for those who are into body-building. One of the product I recommend is Herbalife Shapeworks Formula 1. Just blend two heaping tablespoons with 250ml of water and consume it. However, do remember to blend it - it takes extremely long time to …
Avon Skin so Soft Soft-Shimmer Body Powder 1.4 oz
My mother, who I live with, has an addiction to Avon products. She is forever ordering them and then forgetting she has them. The other night, she was looking for something in a drawer, and came across a little round box of body powder that she did not even recognize. …
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 …
Paul Rivas’s The Cheater’s Diet
I came across The Cheater’s Diet recently, and must admit I thought at first it was related to the television show of the same name. I briefly even imagined Cheater’s host Joey Greco popping up out of nowhere, and ordering you to put down the bag of …
Burt’s Bees Hand Sanitizer, Aloe & Witch Hazel
I have long been a fan of Burt’s Bees products, though my experience with them has been sort of hit and miss over the years. Some products, like their cuticle cream and heel or hand and feet cream works wonderful, but products like their soaps or shampoos or lip …
Mentholatum Topical Analgesic Ointment Aromatic Vapors
I have sciatica, that I’ve had for about a year now. Just recently, however, within the last three months, it’s begun getting progressively worse. My doctor recommended physical therapy, but I just can’t afford that because I don’t have very good insurance, and sixteen consequetive visits would drain me …
Dalacin T Topical Solution
I started breaking out in pimples and comedones after a bad bout of stress at work and hormonal flare ups. My skin doctor prescribed me with Dalacin T Solution to apply over the pimples and comedones.
The 30ml plastic bottle dispenses a clear solution that smell of antiseptic. Dalacin T …
Zinvital
When I had went to the doctor a while back I wasn’t eating properly because my I had some stomach troubles plaguing me. The doctor gave me some different medications and with it included was a supplemental vitamins named Zinvital.
Zinvital is a daily vitamin supplement which is …
Tweezerman Stainless Steel Ingrown Hair Splintertweeze
I have an occasional problem with ingrown hairs, strange atypical blackheads, and other health issues requiring a very sharp set of tweezers. Most slant tip models I had at home were adequate, but I wanted a pair like one that I borrowed at someone’s house. Their tweezers did …
Kotex Barely There Thin Liners
I am a person who feels the need to constantly be wearing a pantyliner. I’ve tried brand after brand and while they are moderately comfortable, they definitely take some getting used to. With Kotex Barely There, they took no getting used to. For some reason, the …
Aveeno Active Naturals Body Wash Lemongrass, Grapefruit + Rosemary 16 fl oz
I have used many Aveeno products over the years and I really like them. Although this is not a 100% natural formulation, and it does contain detergents and artificial fragrances and ingredients, it is a very consistent brand for gentleness and quality. Probably the most natural thing about the product …
Grabber Warmers Foot Warmers
I have to say I wasn’t immediately convinced by the idea of a foot warmer. I found it in the same aisle as my beloved Icy Hot and ThermaCare products and wondered what good they could possibly be that an extra pair of socks wasn’t also successful at achieving. …
Planet Fitness in Lunenburg MA
The Planet Fitness in Lunenburg sucks so much that I cannot even begin to tell you. First of all this gym is no fitness club in my opinion. This place may be open 24 hours 4 days a week but good luck working out when you really are able …
MAURI Terminalia Arjuna (bark powder)
I have tested and tried ‘MAURI’ Terminalia Arjuna bark powder on my own self for the last four months and am amazed with the lovely results.
I had a problem of high blood pressure for quite sometime.
I went to an allopathic doctor who prescribed some regular (daily dose) to be …
Purell Hand Sanitizing Towelettes
These towelettes come in a box of one-hundred and they are all individually wrapped. For about six dollars and fifty cents, one-hundred small hand sanitizing towelettes would seem to be a pretty good deal. I thought so, and that’s why I gave them a try. They would be a …
Tiens Spirulina Capsules
For more than six months staying in the Philippines, I have come to know a lot of Food supplements from Tianshi because I personally take them as my food supplement and that is why I can attest of its affectivity plus the benefits I get from taking them. By …
Swish Mouthwash
Swish Mouthwash is the brand of my husband. He has been using this for months now. He switched to this alcohol-free mouthwash after he was convinced that alcohol-containing mouthwash can dry up his mouth and would most likely give him mouth cancer. At first he would not want to …
Anadin Liquifast 200mg Capsules
There have been adverts on television lately for Anadin Liquifast Capsules. These are a good idea as liquid gets into the system far quicker than waiting for a tablet to dissolve. These are —˜plastic’ type capsules in a lovely green colour, which contain the liquid medicine inside, …
Zenshah Fresh Leg Compression Sleeves
Since my work involved me to be sitting for longer period of time during the day, my legs would often feel exhausted and stiff. Sometimes the conditions would become so worst that I would experience swelling on my legs especially in and around my calves and feet- which would …
Burt’s Bees Herbal Insect Repellent 4 oz
I am leery of deet after reading some negative things about its effects on health, so I have been on the lookout for a natural alternative to traditional insect repellants. I tried one brand, and was very unhappy that it seemed to produce no effect at all. It smelled …
Clairol Daily Defense Conditioner Volumizing 16 oz
Back in the early part of the decade, I used Clairol’s Daily Defense line of shampoos and conditioners—“ in particular the conditioners. It seemed to give my hair more body and a better feel and texture than any other. I noticed that it was becoming harder to find, so …
Covonia Mentholated Chesty Cough Mixture
I had a little cold recently that was not too bad in itself and only lasted a day or two, but it left me with a lot of phlegm on my chest that I have just not been able to shift. I have been waking up in the …
PomX Supplements
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 …
Imperial Feet Athletes Foot Solution
Flood water is not safe so I really hate stepping on it. It can trigger the development of fungus and can cause different kinds of skin disease such as athletes foot. However, during rainy days there are very few places that don’t encounter floods. In our country, flood …
Boiron Allergy Homeopathic Medicine
Recently my allergies have been so bad. I get sneezing, coughing, watery eyes, wheezing and sometimes hives. However, I do not like to take drugstore medicines to relieve these allergy symptoms. I personally like to take homeopathic medicine and one of my favorites to treat allergy symptoms with is …
Organic Root Stimulator Scalp Scrub
I have always loved to experiment with different types of hair care products which I feel could make a difference to my hair. Recently due to my prolonged illness, I noticed that my scalp felt quite dry and my hair had started thinning - which made …
Ivory Soap
Ivory soap is known as a gentle soap and that is one of the reasons that I decided to try it. I am constantly trying new things just to see if I can find something better. I purchased a three pack of Ivory Soap at the grocery store for …
Andolex-C Oral Rinse
This is an oral rinse which I use whenever I have a sore throat or when I feel that I’m getting a cold. I have to keep my mouth extra clean as brushing alone will not be enough to kill all the germs and bacteria that breed in …
Barre3 Exercise Classes
It was my first time to attend the Barre3 exercise program last week. Barre3 is a mix of ballet, yoga and pilates, and a class lasts for one hour. The program includes several different workouts which make use of the bar, an exercise mat, and a small …
Tiens Hypotension Apparatus
The best selling gadget of Tienshi and it is familiarly known as the Comb Massage because it is what you obviously use for. Tiens Hypotension Apparatus has earned a lot of certifications and awards from different accrediting bodies. It has passed ISO certification with BFAD and FDA approval. …
Now Foods Atlas Cedar essential Oil 1 oz
I love to make my own massage oils, and the aroma is a huge part of the equation. I’ve always been a huge fan of cedar fragrances. When I saw that now Foods offered an Atlas Cedar oil, I ordered it to use in one of my massage mixes. …
Dabur Red Tooth powder
DAbur red tooth powder , A very healthy and efficient tooth powder to help protects the teeth against germs and plagues. I have been using the tooth powder for some years now and I would like to elaborate on the good points which i personally experienced.
I had a very …
Ardell Brow and Lash Growth Accelerator
I am a very person with very scanty eye lashes and thin eye brows and always found myself admiring people with longer eyelashes and thicker eyebrows. I had always felt that a thicker brow and eye lash proved to be a great asset to make a woman look beautiful …
Aleve pain reliever
Aleve is pretty much the only pain reliever I have used for the last ten years. I’d like to say first off, I am not a pill popper or a person who believes in obliterating pain at the first sign of discomfort. I do however, believe in treating pain …
ReliOn A1C Blood Glucose Test Kit
Every quarter, I have to have my blood glucose tested to make sure I am controlling it well, but lab fees are so expensive, and it’s a hassle to make an appointment with a doctor, pay a co-pay, then go to a lab and then wait for weeks until …
Melt Solar Flair Body Wash 8 oz
When I tried some of the melt Circus of Pears body wash, I fell in love with the scent, and —˜relative” naturalness of the product. While it still does have its share of chemicals, it also has a lot of natural extracts and vitamins added. For those sensitive to sulfates, …
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