I find myself snacking throughout the day, which wouldn’t normally be a problem if it wasn’t for the things I was snacking on. I may not always be hungry, but I definitely always have cravings for things it would be best to stay away from, so perhaps that was …

This unusual product is a soap that does not lather. LaLicious is probably the only “soap” I have ever used that does not lather at all. It is more like a cream cleanser. (In fact, I do not know why they call it soap.) This attracted me because of its …

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 …

I’m on my feet quite a lot, thanks to my new job in the retail industry, and they have taken a lot of abuse over the last two years when they were used to being so pampered before I started working. One of the biggest problems I have is …

Clear Value Roasted Coffee is a Walmart home brand and can be bought in stores nationwide. Coffee drinkers across America spend millions every year on their favorite morning rush, and are often very selective with their choice of the delicious roasted beverage, however, Clear Roasted Cofeee is on a …

This product, manufactured by Stiefel Laboratories, is a wart and corn remover. A wart is described as a small tumor (caused by a viral infection) that resembles a cauliflower or a blister. It is rough to the touch and is found often on the hands & feet, but also …

I have been using zinc lozenges for years to treat colds before they get too severe. In my experience, various brands all work—“ it is just a matter of finding the ones that are the most palatable and have fewer unwanted effects. One of these effects of zinc lozenges is …

It’s almost getting embarrassing how many times I’ve done a review on a pain relieving cream but, sadly, that’s how many times and how many varieties of these kinds of products that I’ve actually used them. I like to try new things on a regular basis and since I …

I have fibromyalgia, and have used just about every muscle rub product on the market, from mainstream to natural and alternative, and I have even made a few of my own.
This one by Aloe Life is one that I tried awhile back, after having some good experiences with …

Zentel Suspension, simply put, is a medicine to help children and adults alike rid themselves of intestinal worms. This product is a newer product on the market, although it has been around for a few years…there was another around for a very long time.
Zentel Suspension is stronger and this …

As an adult, I’m not ashamed to confess that I have girl-scout instincts instilled in me. That doesn’t mean I bring a battalion of first aid treatments and kits on the go, just the bare necessities my health insurance don’t cover (but are just as important nonetheless). …

Ulcer on the tongue can be quite irritating, we just can’t consume anything hot and spice. I just love spicy food and staying away from them is just about impossible, but I can’t do anything when these ulcers pop up and make life miserable. Inefficiency of Vitamin c is …

Excedrin Migraine is the first over-the-counter medicine approved the FDA to treat all the symptoms of a migraine. Available is gel tabs, caplets and tablets it advertises to begin treating a migraine within 30 minutes of the first dose. Made by Novaris Consumer Health Inc. Excedrin Migraine is available …

Both Jason and Tom’s of Maine are well known brands for Oral Care and are the leaders in Natural, Non-Flouride Toothpaste. Over the years while I have been using these products, Tom’s has added xylitol, a personal favorite that I use instead of sugar. Jason has added …

This product was one of many attempts to find something that would help suppress appetite so that I could lose weight more easily. I had never heard of it until doing some research on other supplements and came across it incidentally. I then sought it out so I could …

When my neighbor found a great deal on Kirkland brand of Allerclear, which is a store label for loratadine, also known as the brand name Claritin, she shared a few with me. I had taken Claritin in the past when a doctor gave me a sample. I have seasonal pollen …

I have owned a Total Gym for years. I recently upgraded to the Total Gym 1800 because it had some improved features, and my old one was starting to deteriorate from years and years of use. What I love about the Total Gym 1800 is that there are …

I have very long thick hair (thanks mom and dad!), and so to keep it as healthy as possible, I have to use conditioner or it will just end up as tangled as a horse roaming freely on the range. But as many out there know, constant buying of conditioner …

Tienshi Nutrient High Calcium Powder Number One is my number one source of food supplement to get the daily calcium I needed in my body. We do know that once our body lack calcium, it will trigger hundreds of possible diseases and I don’t take that lightly because it …

I don’t have an issue trying things out. I will try things all day long. I had a time when I was trying to lose a little weight, so I had to see what would work for me. I think everyone gets to the point where they actually want …

It wasn’t until about two years ago that I ever had a real problem with foods that caused gas or an upset stomach. But, all of the sudden, for like a three week period, I was having stomach cramping, and was spending a lot more time in the bathroom …

Panoxyl Anti-Acne Cream is an anti-acne product and is very popular in the market. I bought this product a while back because I was interested to know if this product can work. The product was available at Mercury Drugstore and cost around Php 125. The product size was around 100 …

My job offers a corporate membership with CRUNCH and although it is still quite pricey, it is a great discount from their regular prices so I decided to give it a shot.
The location nearest to my job is supposed to be their “flagship” which would lead me to believe that …

I was one of the unfortunate few born with sensitive teeth, like my father. I am one of the people in the world that have such sensitive teeth that I do not drink anything without a straw. I never use ice and frequently enjoy soft …

My boyfriend needed new glasses and so I called around trying to find the best rates. I found out Target had the best rates so we went there. I called on a Monday afternoon and was able to get him in that Thursday which was really nice. …

I bought The EatSmart Nutrition Scale upon advise of my friend who is Nutritionist when she learned that I am closely monitoring the nutritional value and contents of the food intake of my aging mother takes everyday. The doctor told me she has to avoid some food contents …

I just loved styling my hair and sometimes overdoing it —“ left my hair feeling dull and lifeless. This I guess was because I had to use various hair styling products to get that complete look. Since I didn’t want to stop styling my hair and at the same …

Since I was a teen I’ve been using Dove deodorants to help fight the perspiration around my arms and back, and it has helped through out all these years so I decided to review it. The name of the deodorant I’m currently using is called Dove Ultimate Clear …

Wooded areas give me the creeps. I have a particular fear of bugs in general, but spiders and ticks specifically, or anything that can bite and live off of a host. I can sit and watch animal planet shows about bugs all day long and not feel that familiar …

“Getting Started With A Fitness Experience”, a video by Arnie Fonseca, MS, CSCS (Certified Exercise Physiologist and Older Adult Exercise Specialist) is a very valuable video for seniors who want to build their strength in order to improve their health and independence. Although it is designed for mature adults …

Since I have my grandchildren over often for visits, I like to have first aid supplies on hand because my grandchildren are the most accident prone children I have ever known in my life. Both of the children love SpongeBob. When I saw the SpongeBob bandages, I knew I …

I have, my entire life, been a complete klutz. There’s not a whole lot I haven’t accidentally managed to do to myself over the years that has either required a doctor, a hospital or, at the very least, some home medical attention. My latest “mishap” was when I was …

Like many women, I have dry, rough skin on my heels that needs to be taken care of before sandal season. Rather than pay a lot of money for a professional pedicure, I prefer to take care of it myself at home. I usually use a regular …

If you open my purse you will not catch me without Clorets. Not because I’ve been addicted to this gum but simply because I think it has been the best peppermint gum ever. Clorets has actually surpassed the other brands because its performance is really superior to others. I …

Being a child who was very apt to catch any cold or flu that came her way, and suffered from several different allergies on top of all that, my mother was always worrying about my health. Some time, later on in my childhood, she discovered Lysol’s disinfectant spray and …

I’m not a morning person. I always feel a little sick when I wake up too early in the morning and eating or drinking water right away is never a good idea. As it is summer and I’m trying to lose a little weight, I had been doing a …

Bath & Body works is one of my favorite stores to shop in, or websites to visit, when I want a new scent, or just something to treat myself to. I love the variety of scents they have and the various products, and they all make great gifts. …

I don’t like the harsh mint flavors of most of the mainstream toothpastes. They make my mouth and tongue burn and cause me to brush for less time than I need to. My oral health is important to me, because gum disease has been linked to heart disease, and …

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 was looking for some sort of exercise machine that wasn’t a treadmill, one that worked the abs since that’s where all my fat is. So I went out shopping for an ab machine and decided to buy the ProForm Ab Glider Sport …

I was looking for ways to make my daughter enjoy brushing her teeth more. I know she doesn’t mind brushing her teeth, but she also does not seem motivated to brush. I am constantly having to remind her and nag her to brush adequately on a daily basis. …

As I have said before in past reviews, I am in love with this new brand of skin care that I discovered about a month ago when I decided to blow my hard earned tax money on some pampering action at my local Ulta shop. The brand is called Murad …

I had access to a hot tub when I was living in Texas for a few months, and it was wonderful for my fibromyalgia to let the water gently massage my sore muscles. I normally took a hot bath indoors to treat the symptoms, and one thing I really missed …

I actually found this soap while shopping the natural section of a local grocery store. I like to try new products, especially natural ones, and this looked very interesting to me. I once had a lemongrass candle that smelled so wonderful! One I used it up, I was unable …

I bought this cream because I was sick to death of my stretch marks and summer was coming up, and I was desperate for something to make my skin better. It was about $8 at Target when I bought it. Well, it didn’t make my stretch marks disappear, but …

There is nothing more discouraging than finding a cold sore on your lip! I’d never had one before and find them completely disgusting looking, and they can be pretty painful too, and sure enough, I wake up one morning and there it is, glaring right back at me from …

There are lots of vitamin products for sale in the marketplace. They range in price and some are a bit higher than others. I have lost a lot of weight previously and I usually take appetite stimulants to boost my appetite. My usual vitamin is Moriamin forte …

I love the idea of using products that add minerals to my body. I use bath salts regularly, and learned that it helps the symptoms of my fibromyalgia tremendously. I realize that something like a body wash might not have quite the same effect, but I figure it can’t hurt—“ …

It has always been difficult for me to fall asleep at the end of the night. I often lay awake with my mind racing for at least an hour before falling asleep. I recently began experimenting with natural sleep aids to see if they would help. I highly recommend …

I remember, those nights when I couldn’t sleep, watching infomercials for Hoodia as a weight loss supplement. I was intrigued, but never enough to go through the trouble of ordering something off the television. But, lo’ and behold, I actually found this product in a store, and it was …