I grew up in a household that was pretty adament about cleanliness, not just in the appearance of ones home, but in the appearance of ones person. My brother, in fact, is a compulsive handwasher (perhaps not exactly as bad as obsessive compulsive) and we always had various hand …

Being in the adult stage (age 30 above) in life there are many changes that happens to our skin texture, vitality, energy, memory loss, hair loss, bone structure and even immunity to diseases will be decreased. If I can only stop time to prevent …

After gaining an extra 22 pounds which makes me really fat and what is worst is I have really imbalance proportion of body fat, I have been crazy about exercising from home. I was struggling to gain weight by popping multi vitamin, multi mineral and multi fiber 3 times …

I had seen similar products on commercials and was always curious about these twist boards as a way to exercise. The claim is that you simply stand on the board and twist from side to side and this will tone your abs, strengthen back, and improve balance. …

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. …

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 …

I shave my legs in the shower, and have been using a variety of shave creams for women to make it easier. Lately, I became annoyed that my shaving creams always seemed to clash with whatever soap I wanted to use, and it limited me in my choices. I had …

Since I tend to do a lot of hiking and walking, I like to have a convenient first aid kit on hand for those inevitable moments when I end up with a cut or scrape of some sort or another. I carry a backpack with me, with some food …

I have tried a few self tanning products, including a few that were supposed to produce gradual results. I had been pretty disappointed for the most part, but I decided to try this when I saw someone I knew who had very fair skin like mine with a nice glow …

Although I am not a baby, I love this wash. I first looked at it when I was shopping for some baby wipes. The bottle was a different color and looked appealing, so I picked it to see what it was. I have used Johnson’s baby products before, even the …

My partner and I have a massage addiction now. Since I found that regular gentle massages really help my fibromyalgia pain, and also that making my own massage lotions and oils was infinitely fun, we give each other massages very frequently. One day while I was having my back …

This product had gotten so much publicity I almost had to try it to appease everyone else. The inhabitants of Okinawa, Japan live ten years longer than people on the mainland, and the story is that it is because of their exposure to the coral calcium in the water. It …

I have never liked the feeling of water in my ears, and often when it gets in there, I can’t get it out, leading to temporary hearing loss and the frustration of “swimmer’s ear.” Since I bought a pool a few years ago, I decided it would be a good …

My aunt gave me Watson’s Facial Sauna which can be bought at the Watson’s store. She gave it to me as I used to smoke and she wanted me to clear out my lungs as we have a family history of asthma. She also said that it …

A few days back I had been suddenly witnessing pain in the right side of my abdomen between the upper edge of the hip bone and the upper part of the rib cage. Though I never took it seriously —“ I tried gulping down a few pain relieving pills …

I live in a nice area where there is a lot of hiking options to explore. Red Rock just outside of Vegas is one of my favorite places to visit on a regular basis. It’s a bit of a drive, but it’s so beautiful and I like to take …

As a gamer, blogger, and teacher, I spend a lot of time in front of the computer. By the end of the day, my eyes are completely blood shot and I look like a zombie walking around! My eyes are constantly burning and they feel tired. My wife had a …

While working at home and in office, you will definitely have to come in contact with many things which will make your hands and feet very rough. The roughness can be removed by manicure and pedicure. If you have to attend to it from a parlor, it costs you …

I am a huge fan of natural products. I have used many masks that contain bentonite clay, which detoxifies and cleanses the skin, drawing out poisons and helping to restore balance in the skin’s chemistry. When I broke out in a typical summer adult acne rash last year, I …

One of my children had an appointment with this doctor at Phoenix Children’s Neurology. It was a new patient appointment so it was our first time seeing this doctor. We have not had very good experiences with previous Neurologists, however Dr. Alarcio was different. She is the first Neurologist …

With a hectic schedule and a ton of responsibilities on my shoulder, I sometimes feel quite stressed and dejected. This condition quite often makes me feel angry and then indirectly hurting the feelings of my loved ones. Thus, to help me release stress in a positive manner, my mother …

I love to use essential oils in my bath and skin products. Aura Cacia has become my favorite company to order essential oils from because the quality is always dependably fantastic. I could certainly get them a lot cheaper, but if something is going onto my body and is meant …

I have always loved using different soap bars-just to keep my skin cleansing routine an interesting affair. The fact that there so many of them available in the market makes it rather easy for me to just pick something new or something that simply appealed to my senses. …

When I bought a new pair of wedge sandals, I found that while wearing them, I was having pain in the ball of my foot. It was probably related to the height of the heel, but there was very little support on the sole of the shoe, complicating the problem. …

For this review, I am focusing on the Plank Road location of NextCare, the one I visited recently. I do not know how the other NextCare centers here in Fredericksburg compare, so I definitely do not want to include those in this review, since I have never been …

During my pregnancy, I experienced having some stretch marks on my thighs. Although I didn’t have any visible stretch marks on my tummy, the stretch marks on my thighs bothered me so much that I tried to look for products to at least minimize its appearance. I read in …

I came across the Similason’s Pink Eye Relief dropper, after using another one of their eye dropper products that helps irritated allergy eyes. I felt that after my positive experience with another product of their line, I would be just as happy at the outcome of this product as …

Having heard many people rave about how paraffin wax baths helped their arthritic or dry hands, I was curious to see if one would be beneficial to my hands, which have muscle soreness and stiff joints from fibromylagia, constant typing, and playing music.
I asked for one as a …

I have just tried on a new shampoo recently after I became so concerned that I was losing so much of my hair whenever I take a bath. It seems like I was losing about 50 strands with just 1 bath, and after I brush my wet hair about …

When I heard my male friend raving about how wonderful his King of Shaves cream was, I wondered if they made a product for women as well. I happened to find one while I was shopping so I tried it out. I liked what I saw on the …

I just wrapped up the Jorge Cruise 12 Second Sequence and I have to say it’s a very interesting proposition. I know of very few people who can resist the lure of shrinking their waist in only two weeks, and far fewer who wouldn’t be over the …

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 …

When I first decided to try this product, I had been interested in it because of articles I had read suggesting it helped with fibromyalgia symptoms. I have had fibromyalgia since I was a teenager.
The more I read, the more interested I got. This is a substance that …

About 6 months ago, I was surfing the Internet searching for any herbal remedy that will lower my increasing blood sugar level. I never thought that I will find one, though. The herbal medicine I’d found on the Internet was Gymnema Herbal Tea. After reading some information about the …

If you are looking for a weight loss supplement to boost your energy, then you need to try Hydroxy Cut Max! Advanced Rapid Release Caplets!
You can purchase these supplements at GNC. I paid about $35 for a bottle of 120 caplets, which I thought was very reasonable.
The bottle …

This product claims to provide a matte look and control oily skin by absorbing oil. It can be worn under or over makeup. Since my skin is combination after using moisturizers, parts of my skin will look oily. I found about this online and decided to give it a …

Ever since I got my first set of invisalign trays, I’ve been smiling. Front teeth and all. I spent years convincing my “non-traditional” parents to give me a ride to the orthodontist, and finally, that lovely mother-o-mine made me an appointment. The orthodontist looked at my crowding front …

Balanced B 100 is Rite Aids version of a B vitamin complex. To me B vitamins are the most important part of a supplement regime. The problem with a B complex is that one formula may work well for one person and not for the next. No two brands …

While out shopping, I saw a phenomenal deal on a Bell Fitness Body Ball Kit, unfortunately I didn’t pick it up when I first saw it and it was gone when I returned. Luckily, I later found it online for half of what the store sold it …

A while ago I noticed that my skin has been becoming drier and drier. Of course with the dryness came itching. As time went on the itching became worse and worse. Eventually it got up to the point where I was scratching my legs until they bled. So …

I’m really a relatively lazy person. I’ll admit it. I like to find work out routines that are easy on my body while still getting done what needs to get done. I have a problem with my back resulting from sciatica that can be somewhat painful when I walk …

I find myself in need of pantiliners every now and again. I like to stay fresh through the day and I also like to keep my underwear clean so that they last for a very long time. I find that pantiliners are very useful and like to use them …

This TDS meter measures the amount of dissolved solids in your water. It is the least expensive of all I’ve seen and does what I want. In the 12 years I’ve owned mine, the batteries (two 357A buttons) only recently have become weak enough I have trouble reading …

After being seriously unimpressed with the Bally Pilates Twist Board, I really hesitated purchasing the Bally Tri-level Balance Board.
The one thing that changed my mind though was seeing the Biggest Loser’s Bob Harper using a similar one to explain how it helps engage the core …

I like to make my own massage and bath oils using carrier and essential oils. I have found a few companies that I trust for ordering essential oils, and Now Foods is one of them. I decided that I wanted an oil that was very spicy and sensual to match …

During a recent visit to my sisters place during this summer, I happened to meet with a minor accident. As I was just trying to step out of the car, my little niece unknowingly happened to close the gate of the car. To my horror, I …

I had once been given a miniature hot stones set as a little gift. It came with instructions, but you had to heat the stones yourself and they were very small. It was a nice feeling to use them, and my partner enjoyed having the little treatment too.
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A few days back, when the heel of my sandals just cracked— and I found myself landing on the floor with great force, I realized that I had sprained my ankle rather severely. In fact the pain was so severe at that point of time —“ that I almost …

I don’t have dandruff but happened to find Selsum Blue in the bathroom at my boyfriends house when I wanted to take a shower. That was the only shampoo that he had so I figured that was what I would have to use. I assume that he had dandruff …

Awhile back, me and some of my friends had a conversation about mosquito repellants. I had tried the famous Avon Skin so Soft, and found it not to be somewhat effective but not the miracle I had hoped for. Someone began extolling the virtues of brewer’s yeast. I thought at …