Health Reviews
Tefal Tendancy Glass Bathroom Scale
One of the things I like about coming back to live in Europe is the good food. Brussels especially is a haven for dining as there are plenty of restaurants, brasseries and cafes to choose from. On the downside, everyone in my family seems to be gaining weight …
Natures Way Nettle Herb
Nature’s Way Nettle Herb is to help men maintain a healthy prostrate. I was at the grocery store and it was on sale for about seven dollars a bottle. While shopping, I picked up a bottle of Nature�s Way Nettle Herb to give to my husband to …
CVS Milk of Magnesia Cherry Flavor 26 oz
My grandmother used milk of magnesia for a laxative, and one day when I really needed one, but did not want to go to the store for one, I took hers. Years later, I remembered that I did not experience any side effects from the product like I normally did …
Derma-e Skin Care Toner Revitalizing 6oz
I love to use a toner after I wash my face, to help minimize pores and prep my skin for the moisturizer. I also love to use on during the day just to freshen up, especially in the summer when my face is a little oilier and might break out …
Omega Fatty acid 3 and 6
Fish oil or Omega 3 or 6 Fatty Acid is a supplement that people take for a wide variety of reasons. It’s one of the best supplements to take if you’re looking for good health, to fight depression, to have great blood flow, to have good skin and to …
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 …
Care One Dandruff Shampoo
I used Care One Dandruff Shampoo after spending the night at someone else’s house. I had forgotten to pack my own shampoo. I am not particularly fond of dandruff shampoos and definitely not a store brand. I didn’t have any choice though. I decided to give it a try …
Skin Trip Mountain Ocean Coconut Soap 4.5 oz
This is a retro bar of soap. The packaging and everything else about the product will remind you of the seventies. “Skin Trip” pretty much says it all. For this, it gets major points for being fun—“ and for still being around after all this time.
It …
Juara Rice Facial Scrub 4.75 oz tube
I found out about this facial scrub from a person who has skin similar to mine. We both have oily in the summer and dry as dust in the winter skin, and both suffer from breakouts of adult acne. We were discussing exfoliating scrubs one day, and she mentioned how …
Walgreen’s Spearmint Mouth Wash
I just love this antiseptic mouth rinse. I have used several before this one, and have always cringed and hoped desperately not to swallow any of it while I was busy gagging. This walgreen’s brand is so much lighter on the tastebuds, and doesn’t burn near as …
Planetary Herbals Slippery Elm Throat Lozenges 24
I became a fan of slippery elm lozenges years ago, when I tried the famous Thayer’s brand. The slippery elm tree has an inner bark, that when made into a lozenge form, coats and soothes the throat, giving relief to a wide range of problems caused by dry throat, colds, …
Equate Weight loss shakes
Equate weight loss shakes are great because they are healthy for you and the best part is it does not taste like crap. So many shakes taste like crap and just gross but the weight loss shakes by Equate are great tasting and I absolutely love them, well some …
Now Foods Jojoba Oil Pure 4 oz
Many years ago, when I was a teenager, my mom used a jojoba shampoo on her hair, and I started using it too. It seemed to give both of us a lot of body and volume, and smelled great. Now that I am older and my hair is thinning …
Atkins Advantage Protein Shake
I currently routinely go to the gym twice a week, this is because my body weight has increased about three kilograms since three months ago. However, if I am busy I prefer to do this exercise at home because it’s more practical and flexible. Actually, I have two plans …
Da Vinci Yoga Mat
I used a lot of yoga mats before. I bought Da Vinci Yoga Mat from a store on the web since it is hard to find yoga mats which are good, at a local store. I purchased it online at a cost of $25 which was not bad because I …
Auro-Dri Ear Water-Drying Aid 1 Ounce
I have a rather obsessive fear of water, especially dirty water like that in a lake or river. Of course, that doesn’t mean I didn’t grow up with my friends and family taking me to the lake or river all the time to swim, which I only did once. …
TheraBreath Plus Extinguisher Spray
So this product claims to be free from any sugar content which ignites the thriving of bad bacteria that cause our mouth to emit bad breath. Well, this claim is true because I tasted and even swallowed a bit of the liquid I sprayed in my tongue. The taste …
Marcy Upright Exercise Bike
I purchased the Marcy ME-708 Upright Exercise Bike from Walmart in December 2010. While I did my research and found as many cons as there were pros for this bike I felt that with the price and design of the bike it was worth giving it a shot. …
Miswak teeth cleaning twig
The Miswak also called Peelu is a twig from the Arak tree. It has been used for thousand of years even before its inception in Islam. It has been used for dental hygiene and has a host of health benefits. I wondered upon this twig one day while browsing …
Assured Instant Hand Sanitizer Spray
I think that keeping my hands clean is that something that has started to be very important in my life. I hate thinking that I could catch the flu at any given time. I am also tired of getting sick so often because of cross contamination. I like using …
Hugo Naturals Bath Bomb Eucalyptus Rosemary & Mint 6 oz
I use bath salts and bath bombs frequently with my nightly bath. It is an important part of my treatment for the painful symptoms of fibromyalgia. I like to use bath bombs in the winter because of my skin, which gets very dry in cold weather, and also from …
Nike+ Sportsband Calorie Tracker/Pedometer
I will be reviewing the Nike+ Sportsband itself plus the software
The software provided on the nikeplus website was very easy to use and I had no problems with downloading it. However I had a little bit of trouble getting it started for the first time as my first run …
Cardio Chews Dietary Supplement Chews Sugar Free Chocolate
I had a rather eye-opening doctors appointment about two years ago. I went in complaining of pain in my ankle, of all things, and had also wanted her to check into a persistent problem I was having with recurring bladder infections. That, of course, meant a whole slew of …
Nature Made Liquid Softgel Calcium
One of the biggest vitamins being pushed these days, especially for women, is Calcium. Nature Made now provides a liquid soft gel for Calcium with Vitamin D. Recently, I tried these soft gels.
Starting with a positive, I love the cap. Instead of having to open the …
Lysol Disinfectant Spray
Because germs are invisible it is necessary to spray trash bins, places beneath the sink, toilet areas and even sole of your shoes. I am proactive in taking care of my health and my family’s in general. The areas that I have mentioned above are just a few of …
Alba Organics Advanced Sea Kelp Facial Toner 6oz
I like to use a gentle toner year round when my face needs to be freshened up a bit. I prefer that it not be drying, so that it will not irritate my combination skin, and not be too moisturizing in the summer. I have tried a variety of toners, …
Enervon-C Tablets
Aside from maintaining a balance diet to keep myself healthy and active, I have been taking many food supplements in my entire life. I have tried out different brands in the market with the hope of finding what is best for me.
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Kantex Deluxe Back Support
I have been suffering from a backache for quite a few years now. The fact that my backache resurfaces at regular intervals, I am required to take special care of my back to prevent the reoccurrence of the pain. Moreover, since my work routine requires me to sit …
Kama Sutra Treasures of the Sea bath bubble/ salt set
This is a lovely little bath bubble/ salt set, that, like its brand would suggest, can be very romantic. The powder itself is lovely, an azure blue mix with little white flakes that suggest the matching colors of the ocean. It comes with a cute little measure shaped like a …
Alaxan FR Capsule
I am a workaholic person.
Working in the front of the computer all day I encounter different pains in my body. I am suffering from muscle pains. Muscle pain is the reason why I cannot finish my job or work on time. I cannot continue my work when my …
Colgate Max Fresh Toothpaste
I found this toothpaste on sale last time I was grocery shopping and decided to purchase it. The sale price was about $2 which is inexpensive for a name brand toothpaste. I had used other Colgate products in the past, and I had been overall satisfied with …
Off Insect Repellent Lotion
The current dengue cases in my country is not surprising. It has reach a very alarming proportions that I myself is scared to see even a single mosquito. You need to be protected wherever you go. When you live in the tropics, this is inevitable. Dengue is such a …
Weleda Almond Soothing Cleansing Lotion 2.5 oz
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 …
Weslo Pursuit E 25 Exercise Bike
This is a great exercise bike for just about anyone. It fits in small spaces , so you can stick it anywhere you want. My step mom had one , and I used it whenever I went to visit her. I liked it so much that I went out …
YPK Hospital, Jakarta
I choose this hospital when I had to deliver my second child. Actually in the beginning, it was not about the hospital that I choose but it was about the gynecologist that I choose for my pregnancy check up.
He works in some hospital and this YPK Hospital in …
Bonus Anti-Bacterial Liquid Handsoap
I bought this at our local supermarket and it cost really cheap. It had a lavender scent smell and when I used it, the lavender scent was very heavenly and not overpowering and strong but just right. It stays on your hands as long as you don’t wash or …
Soft & Dri Aluminum Free Deodorant (Sweet Bliss)
When I decided I no longer wanted to use antiperspirants because they contain aluminum, I had trouble finding a deodorant I felt comfortable using. But finally, after what seemed like an eternity of searching the aluminium dominated women’s section of the supermarket deodorant aisle, I found Soft & Dri …
Sigvaris Compression Stockings Model Diaphane
I have a lot of varicose veins but I stopped taking pills for this condition since the medication did not work. I just tried to find ways to lessen the pain by wearing medically prescribed compression stockings. Sigvaris is the brand of compression stockings recommended by the family’s …
o.b Tampons
o.b. is my favorite brand of tampons. There are several things that I like about them but they do have two draw backs.
First the likes: They are so compact that you can hide one in your’ jean pocket if you don’t feel like carrying your’ purse. I like that …
Arose Aromatic Herbal Pack
I was browsing though a local health and beauty shop when I saw on their new product section this Arose Aromatic Herbal Pack. The packaging is quite catchy so I stopped by and took a closer look.
Reading from the box’s label, it is said to relieve muscular tension and/ …
New Chapter Holy Basil Force Supplements
My body was under many physical and mental stresses due to personal circumstances in my life and my illness. One of the supplements I started taking six months ago to help cope with my stresses better and to reduce the amount of physical stress on my body was the …
Gillette Manual Cartridge Fusion
I bought Gillette Manual Cartridge Fusion by Gillette for a price of $70 online. I am a fan of Gillette for years and thought it would be a great addition to the razors I used, and when I began using it I thought it was a great improvement to …
Myra E Capsules
As the name suggests, Myra E is a brand of Vitamin E capsules sold here in the Philippines. The softgel capsule is small enough to swallow. I take this for my skin to look better. I have a mild eczema and occasional breakouts which makes me very insecure about …
Crest ProHealth Mouthwash
I have used Crest toothpaste for some time and I love it so I decided to try this. I just recently tried this and I love it. I used to use Listerine regularly but I love this because it’s not as strong which is certainly …
Yerba Prima Psyllium Husks Powder
One of the fiber supplements I have added to my daily diet because I have been suffering from hemorrhoids and constipation is Yerba Prima Psyllium Husks Powder. This supplement has completely relieved my constipation and has healed some of my hemorrhoids and my digestive system does not feel as …
Method Foaming Hand Wash Eucalyptus Mint 10 oz
I have always been a big fan of Method health and beauty products and their self foaming hand soaps are a favorite. I have used several of the scents they have available, and even ordered refills. This eucalyptus mint is one that I found recently, and I was absolutely thrilled. …
Core Deluxe Sit Back Rest
Sitting on a chair in home or office for extended period of time always made me feel uncomfortable and uneasy. Most of time I was left with a severe pain especially on my lower back which if left uncared would make me confine tot the best for the next …
Canus Goat’s Milk Moisturizing Body Wash, 33.6-Ounce Pump
A friend who I visited in another state introduced me to this body wash. He has very sensitive skin, but does not like having to use totally unscented products, and this product works well for him, and also the rest of his family love it. I used it …
Crest Classic 3-D White Strips
Despite the fact that it can be dangerous for the enamel, I do whiten my teeth from time to time. However, I usually use toothpaste as opposed to the white strips because of the cost. I really did not want to pay expensive prices to try whitening strips that …
Olde Crone’s Bewitching Bath Soap Ancient Times Superspa Soap
A friend of mine shares my love of handmade soaps. We always tell each other about good ones that we find, and often give soaps as gifts. The last soap I received from this friend was from a site called Olde Crone’s Bewitching Bath soaps. I had to laugh when …
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