I always brush my teeth three times a day every after meal. However, i feel that brushing is not good enough to kill the plaques that stick on my teeth. I prefer using mouthwash. I usually use mouthwash once a day before going to bed. I feel fresher and …

Being brought up in a chinese culture family, I have always been exposed to some traditional chinese medicines/supplements/drinks. Usually, when people in my family feel unwell at their early symptoms of cold or cough, we will consume traditional medicine first before resorting to prescription medicines and finally seeking doctor’s …

I color my long hair, and over the years, it has taken its toll. I have tried several color protecting treatments that condition the hair, and this is one that came highly recommended by a friend and her hairdresser. It is a leave in treatment, to be applied to …

The advertisements are pretty intriguing for this one, so I had to try! The concept is simple. The 2 in 1 gels are supposed to work as lubricants and as massaging oil. I was worried the tingling kind would be too weird so I went with the warming.
As a …

In my first aid kit, I always carry the New Skin First Aid Antiseptic Liquid Bandage because it works well and helps protect and heal up small wounds naturally. However, the downside of this liquid bandage is it does sting a small wound a bit.
Now the liquid bandage …

I have, for many years, been a fan of Neutrogena products. Though I wouldn’t exactly call them miracle cures for any particular problem, I find that they work for the money you invest in them, and there’s rarely been a product by this company that I haven’t enjoyed on …

I developed some extreme heel soreness awhile back, which had almost left me unable to function normally. Any time I would stand for any period of time, after I rested, my heels would hurt so badly that I had to sometimes hold onto furniture to get around—“ especially in the …

I like to use cotton swabs for a variety of purposes, but mostly in the bathroom to clean my ears (the wrong way, the way that will make your doctor cringe and admonish you.) They are also good for putting on eye shadow and other makeup, especially if I am …

I have suffered from plantar fasciitis (heel spur) pain several times in the past and recently it flared up again. I have long since lost the other pairs of orthotics (or worn them out) so I had to purchase a new set of heel cups. My pain was …

I take fiber supplements to treat several health conditions. I have irritable bowel syndrome, which can leave me either constipated or with diarrhea at any given time. It is unpredictable and random, therefore something that treats both extremes of the symptoms is the best option since it is difficult to …

I have tried a lot of the popular sanitary napkin brands in the market and most of them do not satisfy me. Some are uncomfortable and do not hold well, and most of them give me bad rashes and even wounds which lead to ugly scars and darkening …

Finast brand, which is Giant Food’s store brand name for products, Clear Anti-Itch Lotion works great to relieve pain and itching from poison ivy, poison sumac, insect bites, poison oak, and other minor skin irritations.
The Finast brand compares to the same active ingredients that are in the …

I think the “Merry Hempsters” picked the perfect name for their company. Since I have used a few of their other products and liked them, I decided to try their lip balm. I am a bit of a lip balm addict, keeping several tubes near places where I tend to …

For a luxurious treat, I ordered two of the bath fizzies from Fantasy Bath. I was looking on their website after a friend sent me the link, knowing how much I loved handmade bath products. I was thrilled with what I saw.
There are over forty amazing fizzies listed …

Please don’t ask me why I bought this bike. Because honestly I don’t have any clue why I bought it in the first place. I think that I was in one of those stages in my life where I was in the mood to get my health together. …

There are scents I like on both the Signature Collections and the Classics Collection lines at Bath & Body Works, but one of my favorites for fall, I just happened upon because of a really nice friend who gifted me a basket of various scented Bath & Body Works …

It is rare to find a workout that is both challenging for most people and something that people of all ages can do. This workout qualifies as both. I have owned several Tae Bo tapes and DVDs (most of which have never been opened) and earlier this …

I have always liked Aveeno products, so when they were on sale, I bought a couple of the body washes. One was the pomegranate and rice, which has exfoliating walnut shells and rice beads to gently scrub the skin. It is a pretty basic chemical detergent formula, with sodium lauryl …

I have to say that having long straight hair is an advantage to me, I really don’t need to go to the salon every now and then to do some hot oil or maybe have my hair relaxed or maybe have a hair spa or any other treatments that …

I bought one of these thinking it would be a nice addition to the shower, especially since I was having trouble getting all the heavy sun block that I use in the summer off of my upper back. Regular shower brushes weren’t quite doing enough. We have a massage …

I take a hot bath every night to assist in treating the painful symptoms of fibromyalgia, and the general stress of life that we all can use a break from. Since I have been using this therapy, my life has become more normal and I have struggled much less with …

No matter how I slather on a scented hand sanitizer to clean my pampered hands, I don’t get the same assurance of a tingly clean feel compared to a rubbing alcohol. At times, I even forget to bring a hand cream in my purse, yet I always manage …

I recently went through a very stressful period involving some serious health issues with family members. My anxiety, as well as my level of responsibility in keeping thongs together and running smoothly were at an all time high.
I had some health issues of my own to contend with …

I was immediately drawn to this product because of its packaging. It is a deep blue bottle, in the shape of a tapered “drop” with the top portion coming to a point. The dispenser is on the bottom, meaning you will get the last drop out easily. I like …

I had heard a lot of stories about this ointment, from other fibromyalgia patients. When I started hearing it from back pain patients as well, I became curious about it. Having fibromyalgia for many years, I have tried just about all of the pain relief ointments. I have had mixed …

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, …

As a newly pregnant woman and someone who was very anxious to get pregnant, I started using the Clear Blue Easy Digital Ovulation test strips my second month trying to conceive. They are very effective and right on target.
I’ve used the non digital strips which still …

HoMedics Foot Pro Ultra Foot Massager AK-3 is an electrical device that massages your feet with infrared heat. The massager is easy to use, all you do is sit down on a chair, place the device in front of you, plug it in and put your feet on the …

This cream was recommended to me by a friend who suffers eczema. Although I do not have the condition, I was having some patchy dryness on my legs that was bothering me, and she said this worked wonders for her. After reading the ingredients, I became curious so I bought …

I found this product when I was going through a particularly rough period in my life during which time I was in the process of losing a lot of weight, but had reached a rather satisfying plateau that was lasting two months without any weight loss at all, despite …

I use Ostocalcium B12 syrup for my family member since many years. I am using it for my daughter and son, as they are below 10 years and of growing age. …

I was looking for a good lotion/moisturizer because I have been suffering from ultra dry skin! I have tried everything from Vaseline, Jergens, Cetaphil,etc. My skin itches from being too dry, my fingers are chafed and my heels are so rough. Here in the Philippines the weather is humid …

It is very true that fiber can help you reduce weight and it also helps you to have a healthy digestive system. I am a health conscious person inside and out and I take care of my body. Not only do I apply moisturizers to make myself look good, …

I will use almost any brand of tampon. Name brands have never really been important to me though I know many of them work better than the generic brands. Though I stay away from name brands because of the cost, my husband acts as if he does not know …

In september, of 2008, I had just been hirred at a new job working retail, and we had also bought our first home and were in the process of moving. It was my first day at work, but I had a few hours on my hands to help my …

I am a 29 year old mother of two who decided to take Yaz as a form of birth control to help some of my hormonal symptoms associated with my period. I have always had emotional ups and downs as a result of my period and I can honestly …

Hello everyone!
Today I am going to write about V Wash for intimate hygiene. I thought many women would like to know this personal experience before trying the product. Usually women never use any special cleaning material for private parts, but everyone is aware of the important of keeping it …

I am a big fan of fragrance and aromatherapy. I love to try all the latest aroma therapy products, and my friends and family know, so they help me. Usually I have beaten them to the punch and found a new product myself but this time, my aunt found …

The Colgate Motion Toothbrush is a good toothbrush. I bought it as a backup for each family member, and everyone liked it. The handle is easy to grip and the brush includes two separate heads that are easy on the teeth and gums but are very good at cleaning. …

Usually using Neosporin Ointment for injuries after cleaning the wound in our home, one day I sent my husband out for more and he came home with a product called Polysporin and said it was the same thing and cost less. (Or so the pharmacist told him.) …

I’m not sure what it is about the idea of milk proteins on your skin that is so appealing. Maybe it reminds me of creaminess and a soft texture. I must not be the only one who likes the sound of it, as Skin Milk has a whole line of …

A while ago after suffering with heartburn that could not be helped with regular antacids I went to see my Doctor and was diagnosed with Acid Reflux Disease or ARD. I had been under a lot of stress for a while and thought my persistent heartburn and stomach …

The best time to quit smoking is now! Well, if you smoke, and are thinking of quitting, don’t delay too long. A lot of people think of quitting as a new year resolution. As I have now been a non smoker for over a year, as I quit just …

A few years ago, I started having some visual disturbances that were baffling the doctors. After seeing an ophthalmologist, a neuro-ophthalmologist, and a neurologist in addition to my general practitioner, I had no answers at all. Eventually, this turned out to be a strange manifestation of an atypical migraine. But …

One of my husband’s biggest problem before is his smelly feet, especially after he had worn his shoes the whole day. We’ve tried a lot of remedies, including those that the old folks had suggested like washing the feet with water that was boiled with some herbal plants that …

Do you wear dentures, or partials and use denture adhesive to help keep them secure? If so listen up, you are not going to hear of this product being advertised by normal means. This is a product that I haven’t been able to find in stores, I have only …

I am a full time care giver for my elderly mother. She fell down in the kitchen last year and broke her leg badly. She was in a rehab facility for several months, and when she was finally allowed to come home, she needed a lot of nursing care.
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It is said that the amount of soap used by a community is fairly equal to the civilization rate that community enjoys. Meaning, the less soap we use, the more barbaric we look. I have always wanted a nice smelling soap, …

I have thinning hair. Since learning that the detergents in mainstream shampoos can cause some people to experience hair loss and thinning, I have tried to switch to using mostly sulfate free products for my hair. The sodium lauryl sulfate and sodium laureth sulfate are the two detergents used in …

Xylitol is like ordinary sugar granules, except that it does not contain sugar, and it comes from the bark of birch trees. This substance has a long history, in the last World War, it saved the people of Finland from dying from starvation. This was about the …