I’m sure everyone knows Jillian Micheals from the Biggest Loser, and everyone has seen her transform bodies on the show. I first came accross her 30 Day Shred series on my Comcast On Demand and I was intrigued because of what I’ve seen her do on the show. Now …

Being a patient of high blood pressure, I decided to buy a home based BP monitor to easily keep track of my health. After doing necessary research, I bought this BP monitor around five months ago. As things stand out, it turned out to be a very bad investment. …

I know of someone who had several surgeries on his back, and his pain was pretty constant. He bought a Thermophore Arthritis Pad and it seemed to be helping him. When we were talking, a long while back, about my back issues, he suggested I get one …

I recently tried a new acne treatment system. After looking for a cheap solution away from all the expensive brand, I came across the Acne Free Terminator system which runs about about fifteen bucks for the entire system or around six dollars for just the face cream. When I …

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 pregnancy test is the worst I’ve ever tried. And I’ve gone through pregnancy tests like water, so I know a thing or two about them. The main problem was: It showed up as a bright, clear positive, no mistaking it, when I wasn’t even pregnant. …

We live backed up to wooded acreage and there is a swamp on the back half of the property. That means Michigan mosquitoes, especially in late summer. As our property is too large of an area to hit with foggers or similar large plot area insecticide and I don’t …

These Non-Applicator Tampons were the cheapest tampons in Sainsbury’s and they are from their own brand. I bought a box of 16 of the Super variety which are for a medium to heavy menstrual flow. For the price, I think these are not bad at all. …

I purchased the 30-day program pack via amazon for $44.99. I was skeptical, yes, but still excited nonetheless.
TeaMi lives up to its claims: it “boosts your energy” and really does “helps metabolize more quickly” throughout the day. In addition to that, it supresses cravings and stomach bloat. I enjoy …

I recently made an impulse purchase from the catalogue of a Weider Single Station Multigym at a price tag of 200 British Piund Sterling. An impulse buy expecially, as i have no job to recount those funds! However, this is one buy, and the FIRST May i add, that …

I really didn’t have any intention to buy a new pillow but last January 2011 at the SM Department Store at SM Megamall in Mandaluyong City, there was a big sale. What caught my attention was a big sign for …

I have been taking contraceptive pills since I was around 14 years old —“ that may seem odd but my GP suggested beginning the pill because I was experiencing chronic pain prior to my period. So, I was prescribed microgynon which I continued to take for the next …

I love taking a nice hot bath in a large tub—“ with plenty of soothing bath salts. I have fibromyalgia, and this often helps ease the pain and cramping that occur on a regular basis. Aside from that, it is relaxing, good for my skin, and soothing to the senses—“ …

I have a friend who has been going to school to major in herbal medicine, and she’s the one who recommended that I take Black Cohosh supplements to help with my menstrual cramps. Technically speaking, Black Cohosh is used to treat menopause symptoms, such as the hot and cold …

Of all the alcohol brands I have tried, Band Aid is the one with the scent I like the most. It also disinfects thoroughly and I can be guaranteed that killing germs are just an alcohol splash away. I like the scent of Band Aid because it does not …

I still remember trying my first Tae Bo workout years ago. I was huffing and puffing, but doing my best, and then I found out we were still only in the warm-up. Whoa Billy, you could have knocked me over with a feather.
The neighbors …

I like to use Equate Whitening Pre-Brush Rinse daily before brushing my teeth with my preferred brand of tooth paste. I noticed that the older I was getting, the more my teeth were having a look of discoloration and dullness. It could be because I drink coffee …

Filing the corns on my feet has never been my favorite thing to do, but the Com-Foot Foot File makes this job easy. First, I dried the corns of my feet by applying alcohol to my corns, then leaving the alcohol on overnight. Next, I opened my …

I take a hot bath every night to help treat the muscle and nerve symptoms caused by my longtime fibromyalgia. I have found that this therapy helps more than any other option. To keep things interesting, I use a variety of bath products like oils, bath fizzies, bubble bath …

This product was first given to me as a part of a contact lens eye exam package. It came with a little bottle of the solution along with a lens case.
I’ve had a problem lately with dry, irritated eyes, especially when wearing contacts. My eye doctor thinks I …

Welcome to the cold, flu, sinus and allergy season. I have sinus problems year-round, actually, but winter weather only makes the problem worse. Even when I take over-the-counter medicine, the cold and the damp wreck my sinuses.
Cleanup duties are necessary. Lately, I’ve been blowing my nose at least two, …

Dealing with my acne has now perhaps now become an integral part of my life. Since I have been experiencing this problem for nearly a decade, I have perhaps used all the different kinds of anti- acne products (ranging from creams, gels, sprays, soaps acne wash etc) and …

I get chapped and dry lips in the winter, and sometimes year round. I like to use premium products on my lips, for my own enjoyment and to pamper myself, but also to keep the skin on my lips in the best condition possible.
I had limited experience with …

I bought this fantastic eye pillow after having used on at my massage at Adelaide Spa in Asheville, North Carolina. It’s filled with 5 different herbs that are intended to help you sleep, and the soft material on the outside makes it one of the most pleasant-feeling eye pillows …

I have occasional problems with dry eyes, and I find relief in using Systane eye drops daily when I have a flare up. When I was having a particularly bad bout, my eye doctor recommended using the Systane ointment at night, because I was waking up with eyes that were …

Modess is my brand of choice when it come to sanitary napkins. I chose this over other brands, which are just as popular such as whisper and Kotex, probably also because I grew up seeing this in the house. This is what my mother used, as well as …

I discovered this product when a friend of mine told me about it. He is an athlete, and often has to deal with chafing and problems related to sweating. I didn’t admit it at the time of the conversation, but I have my own little chafing issue and wondered …

I went through a phase before I started coloring my hair where I used to keep highlights in it constantly. I went to salons for ages, always paying at least fifty dollars for a few touch ups to add some golden highlights to my brown hair. I loved the look. …

Miracle of the Dead Sea products can be found at kiosks in malls, at least that’s where I found mine. I was accosted in a mall by one of their salespeople, and couldn’t seem to get away. After a series of questions about my skin care regimen, the sales …

When my doctor told me I needed to take a calcium supplement, I bought a few over the counter ones that looked pretty decent. When I was discussing it with a friend who knows a lot more about supplements than I do, she insisted I needed something of a better …

Maybe you are one of the millions of Americans that need to supplement your daily intake of calcium and vitamin D. After blood tests, my doctor suggested I start taking Caltrate supplements every day. She also explained the importance of taking vitamin D along with the calcium for proper …

I almost completely stooped using “plastic” pads and started using the more natural organic cotton ones.
These are quite a bit pricier than the “plastic” brands, the price averaging at twice the price of plastic ones. But it is well worth it in my opinion.
I buy the ones with …

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 work in an industry in which I’m around people all day every day. My boss isn’t exactly the understanding sort who, upon catching cold, is okay with you calling in sick. We have a limited staff, so when someone calls in sick, it’s very difficult to find anyone …

I was looking for some way to meet my doctor’s requirements for fiber without having to choke down cardboard cereals and skim milk. I told my doctor that I really hate the traditional ways of getting fiber. That was why I wasn’t getting enough fiber in my diet. He …

I have some very finicky children. A few years ago, I couldn’t force a thermometer on them. They always thought they were being cute by pushing it around in their mouth and smiling and laughing as I tried to struggle to keep it under the tongues to get a …

There are a few products that are timeless and classic, and one of these is Dove’s classic white beauty bar, with “1/4 Moisturizing lotion.” I believe in the 1970’s they called it moisturizing cream—“ cream must be out of style! But Dove certainly isn’t.
The Dove brand …

Whenever I get a cut or scrape I look for something that will aid in its quick and painless healing. I like to be able to use a bandage that is comfortable, inexpensive and waterproof. I have always hated having to switch out a bandage each and every time …

The Philips Sonicare FlexCare Rechargeable Sonic Toothbrush with Sanitizer isn’t my favorite toothbrush but that doesn’t mean that it doesn’t work well on my teeth. The only reason why I’m not all that intrigued by the toothbrush is because it’s electric and when it comes to electric items, you …

I have used a lot of homeopathic and natural/ alternative health care products—“ despite the fact that many times they turn out to be a waste of time and money. It is for the occasional amazing success that I persist. Sometimes, it happens. When I was at a friend’s …

As a competitive rugby player, an average week for me includes ten hours of practice, six hours in the gym, and then a two hour game on Saturday morning. This certainly takes a toll on my body, and when Sunday morning comes around I usually feel like I have literally …

While I was living in San Antonio, I suffered from a sever urinary tract infection. Because of the state of my body, I had to rush to the emergency room. I hadn’t been to any of the hospitals there as of yet, and didn’t really know which one to …

Have you ever heard Cresta brand for Ear Thermometer? I bought this thermometer when my first daughter was just one month old. We needed to buy ear thermometer to put it in the house. Just in case, we need it for our baby, we know what to use to …

I had a lavender and rice filled throw pillow that I loved to heat in the microwave and use to help relieve tension and fibromyalgia pain, especially in the winter. The cover was a thick, plush microfiber zip up cover which could be removed and washed, and the interior was …

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 …

On the whole, I consider myself as extremely lucky when it comes to trying out a lesser known, or as most would term it, Generic brands. Of course I do love my pricey name brands, but times aren’t really great as far as finances go right at the moment …

When I recently stopped by Bath and Body Works, one of my favorite stores, I picked up a few little things. The “big” things were not on sale, but I was excited to see new fragrances for spring and check out the new product lines.
While I was there, …

I have finally found the perfect mint toothpaste for me. I don’t know why I never tried this one before—“ probably because of the word “mint” on the label. I actually do like the taste of mint, but I find that most adult toothpastes are too strong and …

I have purchased several of these hand sanitizers from the Dollar Tree for over a year now. It is very handy to carry around or in the car because no water or soap is required and according to the label on the bottle, this sanitizer kills 99.99% of all …