A few days back, I had been witnessing an acute pain in my wrist of my right hand. This pain had been had been making me really uncomfortable. The pain in my wrist made it difficult for me to do any kind of handwork at the computer and also …

I have fibromyalgia and one way to fight it is with gentle massage. I use a variety of massage oils and lotions, and it has become a hobby of mine to make my own blends from good quality carrier oils and essential oils. One staple that I use is …

Whenever I go camping, I like to make the experience as convenient as possible. As such, I don’t much care for carrying gallons of water around and bars of soap, which I typically would have to do if I want a decent shower at any point during the weekend. …

Tiring feet had always made me very uncomfortable and proved to be a great barrier in my daily chores. Although using my reflexology socks did give me great relief, I would sometimes find it difficult to use them —“ especially if I was exhausted and tired. But when I …

Goodwood Park Hotel Singapore is always a pleasure for me to stay in. It is definitely one of the few hotels in Singapore ( as well as around the region ) that has it’s very own identity. There will be hotels one will in then forget about it, after …

When I was in my friend’s bathroom I wonder why her bathroom smell’s so fragrant. I was looking around to find what kind of room fragrance she used. But I couldn’t found any room fragrance or room cleaner in that bathroom. When I washed my face I surprised that …

I have been struggling with light to moderate acne since I was about 12. The breakouts usually occur on my chin and the edge of my jawline. I have to really cake my foundation on to hide the blemishes on my chin, so when I first saw …

I love taking my nightly hot bath, and I use it not only to relax and unwind but to treat the muscular symptoms of fibromyalgia syndrome, of which I have suffered for many years. This hot water therapy has helped me more than anything doctors have offered me, and I …

My son is a Medical Assistant at our Community Clinic. Last night, he was explaining to me that a new lethal drug has hit the United States, and is showing up, mainly, in Junior High Schools! I want to write about this, so that parents and guardians can be …

It was really earth friendly when I learned that this is made of natural ingredients. What I didn’t like was the smell it has. It doesn’t smell that bad, it just smelled too woodsy. I don’t mind the smell if this product is as effective as it claims to …

I have combination skin. In the winter it is dry, and requires much gentler care, especially where cleansers are concerned. In the summer I can get away with using whatever kind of cleanser I want to, but in the winter it has to be something very mild, and often anything …

Cleanliness matters for almost all of us. Being free from bacteria and other organisms that cause sickness is very important especially for kids. Aside from hand sanitizers, Wet Ones Antibacterial Hand Wipes is a must-have in keeping our hands clean wherever we are. Actually, it’s not only for the …

It is not often that I find a use for gauze around the house, but it does happen on occasion. My kids are always super busy running and playing, which leads to cuts, scrapes, and bruises on occasion. Whenever I am treating or cleaning a cut or scrape, I …

My midwife recommended I take Evening Primrose Oil, both to help with cramping and to aid in the production of cervical mucus. After looking over several brands, I settled on Spring Valley Evening Primrose Oil. It is available in different dosages, but I chose the 1000 mg so I …

After trying out a number of Bellydance inspired fitness workouts, I decided to take it to the next level and find a workout that would actually combine the dance movements that I had learned in the previous workouts; and put them together for a more choreographed routine …

As a diabetic I have to be very careful where my feet are concerned. When I developed a fungal infection on my big toenail, I took steps to treat it right away. I decided to put off the appointment to the podiatrist and see if an over …

Walking to me is the most basic and practicable exercise anyone can perform without undue commitment. I began my walking and jogging routines not so long ago. I found out based on experience that walking really keeps my metabolism up and running. I was already an …

When I lived in Texas for a few months, I had the pleasure of enjoying an outdoor hot tub. Since I have fibromyalgia, I am very aware of the benefits of hot water for the symptoms. I have been taking hot baths for years to treat my sore muscles and …

I am one of those lucky people who gets adult acne at forty. I don’t usually treat it with medications unless it gets particularly bad. This past month I did have a bad breakout but couldn’t really afford my usual cream, so I bought Walmart’s brand of acne treatment, …

I have been using the Optimum Nutrition 100% Whey protein powder as my primary protein powder since I started lifting weights in the gym 2 years ago. I’ll review the mixability, taste, profile and consistancy.
Mixability: 10
As I said, I have used this product for 2 years, I have never …

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 …

I have a favorite bartender who has been a friend of mine for years. When I complimented his mint mojito at dinner one night, he returned the kindness by giving me a bottle of this body lotion by Savour, which is in a mint mojito scent.
While I was …

I have always experienced a back pain for the past few years. This pain which usually occurred whenever I sat for long hours (whether while travelling or while using my laptop) never remained permanent and would keep coming and going at regular intervals. But the period it surfaced left …

My feet are in awful shape. That’s pretty much all I can say about it. And I’ve tried a variety of products to help treat my ongoing athlete’s foot. And I’m not even an athlete! Sure, I’m on my feet most days when I’m at work, and I have …

Popularly marketed as “the non-acidic vitamin C,” Fern-C definitely sets itself apart from so many brand names that contain the same thing: ascorbic acid. I suppose I’m never too old to give up on my daily dose of Vitamin C. Out of all the ascorbic acid supplements …

Although they are not exactly supposed to, based on the information on the box, these lancets fit my old Relion lancet pen perfectly. I thought they looked like they would, so I took a bit of a chance when bought them—“ but I was right. They worked fine. There …

I use a variety of bath products as part of my therapeutic hot soak to treat the symptoms of fibromyalgia, as well as just to relax and enjoy the “me” time before bed. In the winter I tend to lean towards moisturizing products like bath bombs and oils, but in …

wish is a new brand of mouthwash just recently out in the market and I decided to buy this Arctic Chill flavor to try it out. I can’t really go out without using a mouthwash and my Durafresh was really quite expensive, so I was willing to try out …

I sit at the computer for long periods and sometimes my eyes get either dry or irritated. Last Spring, I had some trouble with pollen allergies, which left my eyes feeling irritated most of the time, and staring at the monitor only made things worse. My dry eyes drops were …

I love the new Degree deodorant lines that include the nice fragrances and matching body sprays. Several companies are doing this, and I have tried a few here and there of each line.
My last purchase was Degree Delicious Bliss in the fine fragrance collection. I had a sniff …

I love to use a facial mist toner in the summer when the weather is hot. Sometimes I do not have time to stop during the day and wash my face, or I may want to just get a quick freshen-up without having to disturb my makeup. I have tried …

I normally use non-mint flavored toothpastes due to my mouth being very sensitive to them. I buy children’s formulas and natural products, which often have less intense flavors and non-minted choices. When I came across this toothpaste it seemed very interesting and I just had to give it a …

With the stressful lifestyles us KL dudes and babes are having, it is hard to find time to even breathe fresh air as we really get to go to places like park where we can see plenty of trees and plants. Everyday we travel to office, hang …

I have hair that tends to be smooth on top and frizzy at the ends. Sometimes I like to wear a flat ironed style, and when coupled with humidity, it can be a challenge keeping that style. I have tried a few products to help keep the hair straight …

I’m not sure why I find nutty smells so appealing since I usually tend to gravitate towards the more femine flowery smells, much to my best friend’s chagrin since she can’t stand those smells, but this Macademia Natural Oil Deep Repair Masque is a fabulous invention as far as …

I’m a frustrated teeth bleacher before because none of the bleaching styles that I’ve used had totally worked out. My teeth got stained because I was fond of eating chocolates and drinking iced tea almost everyday. It was only when my dentist told me …

I first tried this lip balm when a friend loaned me some, and I immediately had to find out where to buy it. This product contains tea tree oil, and I am a tea tree fanatic. I love the smell of it, and use it in just about anything I …

While I was shopping in Kmart, I realized I needed to buy some liquid soap to refill my dispensers at home. There was an end cap containing one gallon bottles of the American Fare (Kmart brand) antibacterial soap close to the checkouts, and I admit I was too lazy …

If you have dealt with acne like I have, you search till you find the right cleanser. The problem was for me, no matter what I tried, I couldn’t find the right cleanser to clear up my face. No matter what I did, the acne got worse. And when …

When I was complaining to my hairdresser that I just couldn’t get the same look that she could with my hair, she began asking me questions about which products and tools I used and how I used them, offering tips and advice along the way.
When we got to …

I have been to a good number of eye care facilities throughout my life. And since I have glasses and contacts and would like to keep up to date with whether or not my prescription has changed over the years or not, I would like to know that I …

I do not often have problems with my eyes, but when I do it is really bad. I do not like having to deal with irritated eyes all day and found myself going through just that. Where I live it is very windy and dusty, which makes it easy …

I have one child that tends to get sick no matter where we go. We can be in the car or on a plane. When we are in the car, she tends to get sick after being in the car for too long. Sometimes she gets hot and can …

I like mouthwash because it keeps my mouth fresh and feeling clean. I have tried several different mouthwashes over the years, I usually choose whatever I find on sale. I like to use mouthwash as part of my regular routine, and if I ever find one that’s …

This product is a rather inexpensive hair spray made for adding volume to your hair. It is called weightless, and it does indeed feel pretty light. I have thinning hair and have a need for the least heavy hair products, so that I can retain as much volume as possible.
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With the advent of winter, when most part of my body is covered during this season, it is my hands which seem to bear the brunt the cold winds that blow in this season. The chilly air seems to just rob the moisture from my skin making my hands …

I bought this ‘Fitness World’ manual magnetic Treadmill approximately 5 years ago.
My whole family uses this treadmill to remain active and energetic, apart from burning those unnecessary calories.
This treadmill does not have any electric motors to operate and hence no expenses upon me for the electricity charges. The platform …

I have always loved the unique soap designs by Primal Elements. They make artistic glycerin bar soaps with various themes and interesting fragrances. The soaps are made with long molds and chunks and pieces of colored soap, then cut in slices from the long loaves. They are not only great …

I tried this lotion at a friend’s house, and loved it. I had smelled it on her, and liked the smell so I asked what it was, and she showed me the bottle. I made a mental note of the name, and later looked for it myself. I was unable …

Function Drinks is a line of drinks marketed as “created by physicians” (or so says the seal on the bottle). Light Weight purports to “ignite your body’s natural metabolism.” It has 5 calories and 1 carbohydrate per serving, with two servings per bottle. It includes EGCG, the compound in …