I am a diabetic, and was diagnosed ten years ago this year. One of the first things I did when I was diagnosed was to find out as much as I could about the illness and how to control it and prevent the complications that affect so many of its …

I am a woman that is always on the go. I like to stay fresh throughout the day. I have been known to sweat a lot in the past and like to try to stay as clean as possible all the time. One way that I like to stay …

I have fibromyalgia, and I have used a great variety of muscle rubs and various forms of topical pain relief. Most fall into the category of counter-irritant. These are products with menthol based action that basically distract the nerves from causing pain by making them respond to a new sensation, …

Last year, I spent about $4,000 on my teeth. I wanted a prettier smile, and to do that, I needed straight, white teeth. I had that all taken care of. Now, I intend to keep my teeth as white and as healthy as I possibly can. I have found …

For those who are interested in losing a couple of pounds easily without any exercise, and the ability to continue consuming their regular diet, Holista Extra Strength Green Tea Extract is a great product to have. It supports weight loss, and cardiovascular health. The capsules contain 300 mg of …

When I visited the UK for a month, I stayed at a friend’s home. We took several overnight trips to various locations, and sometimes we tried to pack as little as possible for convenience sake. We decided one day that we would take only one deodorant for a four day …

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 …

I have started wearing contact lenses during the time i have discovered that i am already way past my teenage years and near the borderline of being old. anyway, i had a bad experience with my first contact lenses. Since i was taking up my masteral degree …

This is a great all around supplement that is made from natural organic ingredients. The base materials are cultured and this creates the organic material they are made from. I’m taking the Over 40 version, they do make others. It’s easy on the stomach - which means I …

I have used an Oral-B rechargeable toothbrush for the past few years. I can tell the difference when I used it than when I used a regular manual toothbrush. My teeth just felt so much cleaner with the powered toothbrush. It was time to replace my …

I have been an avid user of Gold Bond for years now. It has not let me down yet in many situations. First off; bug bites. Every one gets the well known mosquito bites once the weather starts to warm up a bit and for some …

Since I had required being on the move in the last month, I was actually looking in for a product that would help me keep my skin clean in a rather simple and easy manner. Since I am a those persons who required constant cleaning to help feel clean …

If you are interested in the Body for Life 12 week program, I tried it little over a year ago and came to a few conclusions. The Body for Life Program, much like many of the other diets and fitness plans that I have tried, falls into …

The Tiger Moon cream claims to undo past sun damages on your skin while making it look younger. I got this along with the Tiger Moon Face Masque that I wrote a review on how it didn’t work. You may think that this doesn’t work either and you’re probably …

When I was running low on my usual fiber supplement, I picked up a bottle of these from Rite Aid because they were on sale. They are very similar to the FiberCon I had taken before. Although very inexpensive, it is worth noting that you do have to take six …

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 …

I purchased this product about three weeks ago from Wal-Mart for less than $5. A few months ago I suffered a traumatic event that rendered me unable to function due to anxiety and depression. My doctor prescribed me three separate medications- one of which was Zoloft. …

I’m one of those who want to get taller even though I know it’s impossible to be taller just to take some medicine but I still had hope. I’ve purchased this dietary supplement that’s claimed to help you get taller called Heightgainer Pro. I’ve taken it for 2 months …

I normally do not care about what brands to use especially when it comes to little toiletries. I consider toilet paper, cotton balls and cotton buds when I mean little toiletries. However, one time I decided maybe I should try Q-tips because I have seen this all the time …

Why poison yourself with a big name tooth paste containing the harmful ingredient of fluoride?
Unlike those big name brands, Tom’s of Maine offers a toothpaste without fluoride.
Fluoride has been widely regarded as a cavity preventing, tooth savior. It’s anything but. For years, people, from children to elders, …

I am a mother of two rather rambunctious teenage boys who are always coming home from playing outside with their friends covered in scrapes of one variety or another. As such, I’ve become a sort of first aid expert, knowing what’s best for a particular situation and what not …

The Tesco supermarket chain has a lot of everyday health care products in its range, and among them is this Daily Care Coolmint mouthwash. It is a lot cheaper than the more recognized brands such as Aquafresh and Colgate, and as far as I can tell it is not …

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 …

I recently decided that I wanted to try contact lenses instead of wearing glasses. To me, it would seem like contacts would be easier to deal with. I know with my glasses, they fog up a lot or if you get caught outside in the rain, it can …

I purchased Colgate Optic Toothpaste because the commercials and claims were too good to pass up. I wanted to see for myself if the toothpaste could whiten my teeth in seven days, a claim made by Colgate on the packaging and in advertisements. For a little over three dollars, …

With most of my time spend sitting on the chair all through the day- I had started witnessing some pain in my neck and shoulders. This pain though on the milder side would make feeling uncomfortable and stressed. Although I did try adding an extra cushion on the back …

I was in need of a new bike since the one I had for my whole childhood no longer worked. I headed to the store looking for a bike with a larger seat and one that was under my 200.00 budget. Color …

I’ve finally tested this digital thermometer myself when my body felt feverish during those rare sickly times. My mom replaced our old thermometer with the Adtemp temple touch thermometer. We’ve broken many mercury thermometers in the past, they’re not safe to use for children, and are …

I had been looking for a way to boost my energy as well lose some weight a couple of months ago. It is so difficult when there are so many products on the market today to find one that actually is safe to take, …

I have tried most of the supplements recommended for fibromyalgia patients. A few of them help you to sleep, which is a big factor in symptoms, and some give energy and relieve mental stress and anxiety. Rhodiola falls into that category. Recommended to me by a few patients that …

I recently took Nature Made Vitamin E Soft Gels and I must say I liked the amount of vitamin E they had in them, but I didn’t like the soft gels they came in because I had a hard time swallowing them. I even got one stuck in the …

I had this horrible stress marks on my legs and I needed a skin care product to help them away. I ended up picking up a bottle of Tree Hut Mother with Child Collection Shea Stretch Mark Firming Lotion. So for it has done wonders at fading my stretch …

About a year ago I went to the dentist because I had a growth on my gums between my two front teeth. It turns out the growth was also on the back of those same teeth and the dentist showed me the pictures he took of it. I was …

For most of my life, I walked through the deodorant aisle looking for a couple of key terms - “antiperspirant” and/or “clinical strength”. I’m embarrassed to admit this, but I would watch the commercials for products like Lady’s Speed Stick or Degree and my big takeaway was that I …

Apollo Petroleum Jelly is one of the things that is always present on our medicine cabinet at home because it always pays to have this handy. This is because we use this product on several skin related injuries.
When my daughter is still an infant, Apollo Petroleum Jelly had …

Dealing with the time of the month can be really frustrating if you don’t have the right protection. I know that I have tried way too many maxis and tampons, but only a few do a really good job. One maxi that I thought worked pretty decently was the …

I take a nightly hot bath to help treat the symptoms of fibromyalgia which I have dealt with since I was a teen. I often have pain and cramping in my muscles, especially my feet and legs, and the hot water helps to stop the spasm and restore my muscles …

Few years ago, i never really paid attention to my teeth as much as I am now. Few years ago, I may not fully understand the importance of flossing your teeth regularly. I always thought brushing the teeth and had some mouthwash would be sufficient to keep dental problems …

I have suffered with Osteoarthritis for many years and took Non Steroidal Anti Inflammatory Drugs (NSAID’s) for most of of them.
I have always been more than a little cynical about alternative medicines and treatments such as Fish Oil with Omega3. Because NSAID’s have some terrible side affects if …

One of the greatest problems I experience during the winters is dry chapped lips. The fact that the cold winds outside often make my lips dry, smiling or even opening my mouth to eat became a matter of concern. This situation made me feel quite uncomfortable and uneasy …

I have used Dr. Scholl’s heel liners in the past, and was pretty happy with them. When I needed a pair for a new pair of dress shoes that were rubbing a blister on my heel, I happened to see the Kiwi brand and decided to try those instead, since …

The good news is, there is always a job on campus for those that qualify for work study. The bad news, if you need a job and need one near campus (because you lack a car) work study is the only thing available for you.
I actually …

I’ve known this product ever since I was a child. It was one of those beauty soaps that I came to grow up with. I first used this soap when I was in college for like a month. I got impatient waiting for its whitening effect on my skin …

I have been using teeth whitening products for years. I have used strips, rinses, toothpastes, and many more products to keep my teeth white. The Crest Whitestrips worked for me, but they became too expensive, so I was looking for an alternative to the whitestrips when I …

For as long as I can remember, I’ve had very painful menstrual cramps, and I’ve tried anything and everything to help alleviate that kind of pain. For the longest time I was taking motrin by the bottle-full. Literally, 1600mg of motrin at a time, and it was making me …

I used to wear contact lenses until my eyes became too sensitive to them to wear them for long periods. I have been wearing glasses exclusively for the past few years. I was told that it was possible I might be able to wear contacts again in the future, so …

I had tried several diet plans and programs because I always want to be slim but I am overweight most of the time. The reason is that my weight loss program just doesn’t work and I had to undergo a Yo-yo body size effect. Next month I am slim, …

The 3M Master Cardiology Stethascope by Littmann is over all the best I have used and owned in my 12 year nursing career. It is durable and I like how snug it fits in my ears without causing any discomfort. It is a little …

In my estimation, this is probably one of the best facilities in the Country. The staff is so adept at caring and educating a person as to why they abuse alcohol or drugs. The counseling sessions are bar none some of the most intriguing, mind opening and …

I have thinning hair on the top and crown of my head. I have used every anti-thinning and volume boosting product out there, including a couple of powders that I got mixed results with.
When I went out of town for a weekend, I did not pack any volume …