I have been doing Mari Windsor’s Pilates DVDs on and off for around 6 years, it is a simple way to strength my body, become more flexile and most importantly loose weight! My favorite version is the Power Sculpting ABS …

I had been experiencing terrible discomfort in my lower body for the past few months. The pain was felt especially while walking or running and this discomfort had been making my life miserable- that I decided to get some medical help. This is when my physician who after diagnosing …

There are times that I will have a difficult time breathing and I need something to open up my airways. I found this over the counter medication called Primatine Mist. It is really meant for people with bronchial asthma, which I am not altogether sure I don’t have. I …

There is seriously probably not an allergy medicine out there that I haven’t tried. The first year I moved to Michigan from Arkansas and started to experience allergies for the first time in my life, I probably tried a different over-the-counter medicine to treat my symptoms every week. I …

Having fibromyalgia for many years, I have tried many different pain relief products, including probably most menthol based gels and creams on the market. Old and new, they all have the same basic function. They produce a cold or heat affect on the skin over the area that is hurting. …

Since I have hit forty, I’ve had more problems with premenstrual syndrome and menstrual cramps than I ever had before in my life. An elderly friend told me about Lydia Pinkham tablets. I had never heard of them in my life, but she said that she had taken them …

I have used several brands of sanitary napkins, including Stayfree, Kotex, and a few store-brands. None have provided the protection, absorption, and comfort of Always Ultra Thin Pads. After years of wearing standard thickness pads and experiencing bunching and leaks, I decided to try the ultra thins. …

I ran across this little packet of green clay while in a natural products store, and since I had heard of people using it for acne rashes, I thought I would give it a try. It was summer, and my oily-in-the-summer skin was acting up. I had been wearing a …

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 have been using NatureMade’s multivitamins for almost 2 years. They give me extra energy and help fill in the nutritional gaps in my diet. At first I did not like the huge size of the softgel capsules because I previously had never been able to swallow anything that …

When I decided it was time to get healthy I found that my diet (or lack there of) was missing a few things and fiber was one of them. A friend suggested that I start using a supplement and actually suggest Benefiber. I read the label and thought it …

I’ve tried quite a number of Dr.Scholl’s products over the last two years, and I have to say, I’m not always that impressed with them. I started working a new job two years ago, in retail, and that meant that my feet were always in these awfully uncomfortable shoes. …

After so many years of having to resort to sleeping pills to get a good night rest, companies finally started to come out with some more natural alternatives to treat sleep problems. I have delayed sleep disorder, which means it takes me a really long time to fall asleep …

A friend of mine has lost about fifty pounds so far using these drops and the diet and workbook that goes along with them. Since they are relatively inexpensive, she offered to let me try the drops and diet to see if it would help me to break this …

I was intrigued when I saw these on the store shelves. I am not a fan of swallowing large pills, and multi vitamins always seem to be large pills. I checked out the ingredients and was pleased to find that they do not contain iron. I have a …

Since I am not comfortable going to a gym with all the people around, I’ve been looking for a moderately priced exerciser to put in my extra bedroom. I considered buying rowing machines and treadmills, but I ended up buying the Weslo Momentum G3.8 Elliptical Exerciser from the local …

Although not many people discuss their tampon selections, this is a great topic to touch upon because we are all slaves to our monthly visitors and require good, solid protection. I have always wondered what the best tampon product was, and have explored liberally among the different brand names. …

I had a temporary job over Christmas where I had to take over from someone else’s shift and work on the same keyboard as them. Seeing as I noticed some of my colleagues had a habit of picking their noses and sneezing everywhere (yes, ewww!), that grossed me …

If you have tired eyes, and are about to go out for a night on the town, you could do a lot worse that buying yourself some Optrex Eyedew Dazzling Eye Drops.
I recently went away for a weekend in Amsterdam. It was after a long, hard week of …

Before I first read about butterbur, I had thought it was some kind of spice to cook with. When I was doing some research into natural allergy remedies, butterbur kept coming up, and as I read more, I also learned it can help prevent migraines. I have both allergies and …

When I was buying a few things at a CVS store, I decided to try these Age Defying towelettes, which are really facial cleanser wipes with an odd choice of name. I like to have something on hand when I am doing “dirty work” like gardening or painting—“ any job …

I have a friend who is a bit of a flower child, and when I was having some sinus problems, she insisted relentlessly that I should let her candle my ears. She had all sorts of (anecdotal) evidence that this would help. Not only would my sinuses clear up, but …

Keeping clean teeth is something that is very important to me. I feel that fresh breath is necessary, especially because I have smelled some horrible breath and seen some horribly rotted looking teeth. I like to use a variety of toothpastes and actually buy different toothpaste almost every time …

I have been bothered by my growing callous on my feet and I figured that there is no other way to remove it but by applying a callous remover. It was my first time to scout for a callous remover product and I was totally clueless on what …

I’ve used Softlips balm in the stick form in the past, and I liked the slim container and good hydration I got from it. When I saw this lip butter in a tube, and that it was natural and organic, I had to try it. This product is free of …

I used Nexxus Humectress back in the late 80s, and more recently decided to try it again. Back then, I had a frizzy perm, and my hair was moisture starved to the point it was unmanageable.The Humectress I bought then came in a tube, and was the greatest thing …

If you do not have health insurance or prescription coverage and take medications regularly, the Walgreen’s Discount Prescription Program may be beneficial to you.
I recently joined this program and am so happy with the savings! It does cost twenty dollars per year to join, but you will earn …

I avoid the sun as much as I can since I am photosensitive, but sometimes I cannot help but get out there, and despite having a UV blocking umbrella and loads of sunblock on, I still manage to get a little bit of sun which turns to a burn. …

I paid about $20 for a 200 pill bottle of this product online. Although I have never purchased a flaxseed oil supplement before, I decided to try the product because the high amounts of essential fats that the supplement contains. The main reasons why I decided to …

I do not like the strongly flavored toothpastes on the mainstream market. They burn my mouth and gums, and cause me to not brush as long as I really should. To solve this problem, I use either kid’s formulas or natural products which tend to have milder flavors or alternative …

I have fibromyalgia, and struggle with muscle fatigue and pain often. When a friend gave me this little roller massager as a gift, I thought it was a sweet gesture, but looking at it, thought that they had lost their mind if they believed it would actually help. It is …

When it comes to toothpaste there is probably nothing better than Colgate Total 12 in my opinion. I am not a fan of Colgate’s mouthwash or toothbrushes but their toothpastes are the best.
My family have been using Colgate Total 12 for over ten years and all of …

I usually use an electric toothbrush, but when I couldn’t find any replacement heads at my local drug store, I bought an Oral-B Advantage Plus toothbrush. This Oral-B toothbrush was by no means cheap and cost $5, about half the cost that I pay for two replacement heads for …

A Consumer Review on “PlantExtrakt Anti Tobacco Plant”
Another form of herbal treatment which is taking the world by storm is the PlantExtrakt Anti Tobacco Plant, produced by a renowned natural pharmaceutical company, called Plantextrakts. They offer a range of exotic plant extracts nutrients for various purposes, but I have …

I had originally wanted to put this review in the Baby section but as everybody knows, I am not a baby, and I happen to be the user of this product. It is a long story, in fact, it is even a family tradition dating back to when …

Last summer, we took our daughter in for a routine eye exam at our local Shopko optical and were told she needed glasses. I honestly had doubts about this at the time because she never seemed like she was having problems seeing things. But, I’m not an expert and …

I found these multivitamins in Target for roughly six dollars. They were marketed as gummy vitamins for adults. Kind of like Flintstone vitamins but in gummy form and for adults. I found this rather clever because I have always wanted to take a multivitamin but could not bring myself …

Having fibromyalgia, I have always been a huge fan of heated pillows and wraps. I have some that are filled with rice, as well as various other types with herbs, grains, and even gels. When a friend saw this product, he knew it would be perfect for me. This is …

When my “Power Balance Bracelet” broke, I tried to find a replacement for it but was unable to find the same brand. I did find this though. I had been using the Power Balance to help with some dizziness I had several months back which was probably fibromyalgia related.
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I have very soft and sensitive skin, my problem areas are my face and hands but when it comes to shaving it have problems there as well. I can’t use anything that has fragrance in it when I shave, it breaks me out on my legs and I hate …

Softovac Powder is my favorite laxative. I have always detested the idea of using chemical laxatives because they are harsh on stomach. I have seen my grandfather suffering because of the prolong use of chemically formulated laxatives.
Softovac is different as it is entirely prepared with herbal formulation. It …

I’ve been taking chromium for years to help control my diabetes and boost my metabolism. I have used various brands and types, and have gotten consistently good results with all. I decided to try this New Chapter chromium complex because it was very unique. This product not only …

When needing a really good quality cuticle pusher, I decided on a Tweezerman Cuticle Pusher and Nail Cleaner, because they had a good reputation for being well made. It was a little expensive, costing me around $12 on sale, but it’s such good quality, that I know it …

Alcohol will always have a place in my bag or dresser table. And currently, it’s Biogenic that takes this important role. By chance I discovered Biogenic at an excursion to a faraway island. My cousin brought a bottle, and I couldn’t stop smelling my hands after …

I turn to The Body Shop every time I need to suppress the stress out of my system. I have been using their scented oils and creams usually laden with natural ingredients and aromatic powers that help soothe aches and pains. Notably, Tea tree oil by the body …

My daughter had a party at school where they exchange gifts in a Round Robin sort of way (Holiday party), and she brought home some Bath & Body Works Citrus Blueberry Swirl Gentle Foaming Hand Soap as well as that scent in the Pocketbac Sanitizing Hand Gel. She …

One of the many brands of that I have used is Vaseline Healthy Glow Shampoo. This shampoo smells really great. It is long lasting. According to what is written in its bottle, it has an amino collagen that nourishes the hair and the scalp. However, every individual has different …

I was given this item second hand by someone who said she could not use it because it “tickled her feet.” My feet are ticklish as well, but hey, it was free and I do have some foot pain and cramps at times so I gave it a shot. …

My cousins and I used to joke about using herbal-based liniments - that they make you smell like grandma or grandpa. However, I know how effective these are, since my grandmother and my mother would use liniment to rub on my stomach to help relieve stomachaches when I was …

I have GERD, and take proton pump inhibitors for it, but sometimes I have break-through symptoms, and my doctor suggested that I can take over the counter antacids for these episodes. Tums is a calcium based antacid, and has always been a brand that I like to keep on hand. …