I have fibromyalgia, and although that is not an inflammatory disease, I had heard rumors of some people getting relief from this product. It contains several substances to help protect cells from free radicals, and eases muscle tension from various causes, like emotional stress or over work. It is mostly …

Trying to lose weight the right way has become an obsession of mine. I know regular diet and exercise doesn’t always work and I could use a little help with controlling my diet. Lately, I have become so overwhelmed with the countless number of weightless products on the market …

I have had problems with different types of headaches in my life. I have occasional migraines, but also have problems with sinus and tension headaches. I came across this homeopathic product on a friend’s desk, and asked if it worked. She said yes, but that it was only for …

I started taking fish oil a few years ago, to help with my cholesterol and cardiovascular health, as well as general health and reduction of inflammation. I had a hard time at first. Most of the products I tried left a horrible fishy taste or the “fish burps” which …

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I have had such a difficult time finding a tampon that held up lately. I have tried almost every kind of tampon on the market. I think my favorite tampon so far that I have found has been the Playtex Sport Super. The Playtex Sport comes in …

I love the original Emergen-C Vitamin C Super Orange nutritional powder supplement. First of all, it’s highly affective. I’ve noticed a heightened state of mood and productivity after using them. Best of all you don’t need to use them daily in order for them to gradually become effective; after …

After my sinus infection had to be blasted with big-gun antibiotics, I knew it would be a good idea to get some acidophilus/probiotics into my system fast. In the past, this has saved me from many a miserable yeast infection and corrected drug induced diarrhea issues.
Normally I …

I had been experiencing terrible discomfort in my lower body for the past few months. The pain was felt especially while walking or running and this discomfort had been making my life miserable- that I decided to get some medical help. This is when my physician who after diagnosing …

My eldest sister has had this nifty gadget for more than a year now, and she wanted to get a new one. She asked if I wanted to have it, for free ofcourse, and she would have it delivered to my house over the weekend. I could see that …

The Total Body Wrap Pillow is the best pillow I have ever used. I have spent thousands of dollars for pillows and neck support products, and have finally found the solution.
Being a side sleeper, it is normal for me to wake up in the morning with pains in …

I have a problem with thinning hair that started a couple of years ago and has just gotten slowly worse. I use every hair thickening product out there, and I have tried quite a few vitamin supplements as well, with not very impressive results. When someone recommended these, I though …

I thought I—˜d change my routine up this week by trying out a new workout DVD. With the Shape: Sculpt Your Abs DVD; I have my choice of a Cardio Workout, four separate Ab workouts, and the bonus 12 minute Total Body Blitz.
This DVD, said to use moves …

Dr. Wong’s Sulfur Soap is considered a medicinal soap. It is good in treating acne and skin problems since it has sulfur content. This sulfur content dries up skin easily. Anyway, I used this soap when I was in my teenage days. I remember at that time, my face …

I’ve been having leg cramps and foot cramps as a symptom of my fibromyalgia for years. I’ve taken muscle relaxers at times, but prefer not to be on any more drugs than I have to be. When I first developed them, as a teenager, I would take over …

The Holyoke health center is an alright place to have as your doctor’s office but there are a few downfalls to having this place as your doctor’s office that kind of bothered me but nonetheless it is still a decent place to go to.
The Holyoke health center is located …

I have been a huge fan of Healing Garden products ever since they arrived in Canada about 7 years ago. My favourite is lavender, as the Healing Garden line uses a lot of lavender in their scents, unlike other cosmetic lines where I’ve noticed an alcohol scent.
Lavender is a …

I am one of those persons who do not have the liberty to flaunt my beautiful feet. Since the skin on my feet always feels rough and dry, I tend to have cracks especially on the underside of my heels, which sometimes makes it difficult for me to wear …

We get our fair share of cuts and scrapes at home, and when that happens, we bring out the Band Aid brand bandages. I like the medicated version that has Neosporin already added on the cotton part because they help to keep a cut clean and also reduce …

I had a severe sinus infection and my antibiotics the doctor put me on didn’t help get rid of it, but this supplement I tried called Herbs ETC Loviral helped me tremendously. However, I had to take it for three weeks straight for the sinus infection to completely clear …

Tea tree oil is a favorite ingredient of mine. I have been buying the Desert Essence brand for years, and I love their 100% pure oil. Since I knew the brand well, I decided to give their castile soap a try. I have used Dr. Bronner’s castile soap with …

Part of my job entails that I handle a lot of money and come in contact with a lot of people, and so this means that my hands are constantly dirty no matter how many times that I might wash or sanitize them throughout the day. This tends to …

I have combination skin that is dry in winter and oily and acne prone in summer. Since I have had this problem ever since my teens, I have built up a few hyper pigmented scars from blemishes. Most have faded enough that they are not visible under makeup, but I …

When I started coloring my hair at home, I noticed that it was gradually losing its shine. I have several different shine serums which do help, and certain shampoos make it look healthier than others, but someone told me to try this hair spray, because it leaves behind a nice …

Sometimes I want to snack on candies and sweets but I’m worry about the negative consequences - put on weight, cavity and how damaging it is to my health in general. I wish there’s some kind of sweet that I can happily munch on without worrying. If …

Pilates For Dummies by Michelle Dozois is a good start for those who are trying to learn how to do some Pilates movements in their own free time. I bought this video for $10 off Amazon and I think it is a good learning material for beginners.
The instructor has …

When I lived in Texas for a few months, I had the pleasure of enjoying an outdoor hot tub. Since I have fibromyalgia, I am very aware of the benefits of hot water for the symptoms. I have been taking hot baths for years to treat my sore muscles and …

I bought Softsoap Pomegranate & Mango Moisturizing body Wash along with another scent in one shopping trip after having come across it at the store (and having already been a fan of their hand soap). I really liked the scent and found it deliciously fruity, smelling really tropical …

Thank heavens for whoever invented this cooling gel patch. Once upon a time, there was only the ice pack and whenever I would get sick, my mom would fill the ice pack with (whatelse?) ice and place it on top of my forehead to bring my fever down. It …

I was looking for a cheap piece of exercise equipment for the days when I couldn’t go outside and run or go to the gym. Since I was paying for a gym membership, I didn’t want to spend a lot on home equipment. I found the Walkmaster …

I have lower back pain off and on, and when it last struck, I went to look for my knee pillow and could not find it. I was in agony after having twisted the wrong way in the shower (sometimes it takes only the smallest things) and I needed something …

I have recently found that pantiliners can be very helpful for a woman on the go, like me. I like using pantiliners to help keep me feeling and smelling fresh throughout the day. I have never really been too picky about the type of pantiliners I use, but have …

The Garnea eye roller is a new invention by this company and it has been advertised all over the TV for some time now. I went to Walmart and asked for this product and the lady looked for some time and could not find it. She informed me that …

I have used products containing Arnica in it in the past because I have TMJ and it’s one of the only things that will help the joint discomfort I experience because of that on an almost daily basis. So when I found the Ironman by Mentholatum Gel a few months …

Salon Grafix is a brand I have not used often, but I did try this product, as I wanted something like a detangler for quick fixes. When I was out in the wind one day, my hair became a matted mess, and I decided then that I would benefit from …

Deodorant is pretty much a staple in most people’s daily rituals, and I liked trying various brands and their scents when a new one came out. There are so many to choose from these days, but there is one that I use almost daily because it remains my …

I remember, as a teen, staying up late and watching all those Proactive skin care infommercials that promised clear skin in two weeks, and even managed to order myself a set without my mother being any the wiser, and though I didn’t have the discipline to use it as …

The Neutrogena Wave’s Gentle Exfoliating Pads are the essence of what the wave is made for. The wave is the tool that you use the pads on. It vibrates and uses the motion to help exfoliate your face. These pads are the top pads made for the wave yet. …

I have been a member of Lifetime Fitness for many years and I love it! I go to the Lifetime Fitness in Castleton, IN. It is on the Northeast side of Indianapolis, across the street from the Castleton mall. There are so many things to do …

A favorite place for me to treat myself is Bath and Body Works. I normally go there when they have their bi-annual clearance sales, but I happen to be in the neighborhood and went in the other day to see what was new. For fellow Bath and Body Work …

I live in the Southern US where it can get extremely hot and humid in the summer months. Last summer, our air conditioning use was causing us to have extremely high power bills each month. We decided it might be a good idea to cut back on how much …

I did our laundry when my mother had a fever. It was more than seven dozen of dress, consists of shirts, uniforms, jeans and pants and some undergarments. Although we have a washing machine, I still have to rinse it manually to save electricity. When I woke up the …

When I developed a severe pain that started in my lower back and radiated down my leg and into my foot, I at first assumed it was my fibromyalgia playing another nasty trick. When it did not get better as soon as I expected, I started to wonder if it …

I always felt that to be healthy it was important to remain clean. Using Hand sanitizers always remained a top priority to help my family stay healthy and fit because with clean hands- I was assured that that no kind of harmful bacteria or germs could enter the …

It’s an embarrassing subject, but because I live in such a dry climate, I do suffer from occasional dandruff. It’s not so bad that I have my entire scalp peeling off, but it is bad enough that if I am not careful, my forehead will have peeling flakes that even …

Flossing my teeth is usually an ordeal for me because they are slightly overcrowded and in places it is difficult to get the floss in between the spaces. A friend suggested I try the Satin Floss from Oral B as it is gentler and she promised me I …

I call this ” the Amazing Ostrich Oil’. As soon as you apply locally on the affected sites, you can feel the difference. Minor ailments such as itchiness due to insects bites, minor cut and scratches…all can be take care off. My 5 years old daughter used to scratch …

This product is an oldie but goody. Ever since I was in my early twenties I’ve really depended on Vitamin E for many things including keeping my skin and hair looking shiny as well as boosting my immune system when I pair it with vitamin C. I know that there …

Ever since I started taking a nightly hot bath with mineral salts, my fibromyalgia symptoms have greatly improved. I believe a big part of this is the heat from the water, but also the effects of bath salts, particularly of the magnesium content. This mineral helps to balance the muscle …

As part of my therapy regimen for fibromyalgia, and just for fun as well—“ I love to use massage oils for a nice deep tissue massage. Or if I am feeling too sore, just a light sensual massage can work wonders. I use a variety of lotions, oils, and …

I sometimes make my own soaps as a hobby, and I order most of my supplies from Brambleberry. They are affordable, have great customer service and high quality products. When I had a few problems with a goat milk base soap “sweating” I decided to try out this base, which …