Health Reviews
Candle Treatments for Ears
Yes, I had it done, and it does work! Until the past year, I always felt like during the fall months, I would wind up with a bunch of unwanted, pesky sinus problems. They would cause me to be cranky, and in general, to feel lethargic and pretty …
Off Overtime Insect Repellent Lotion
I went to Tagaytay last week and we stayed on my aunt’s house overnight. We we got there, I noticed that I had several mosquito bites. It’s only a vacation house, so it’s poorly maintained. Luckily, when we strolled around on that day, we passed by a drugstore and …
Thymes Sink Set Olive Leaf 8.25 oz (hand wash and lotion set)
I ended up with this sink set by accident, sort of. I used to have a Thymes eucalyptus sink set that was almost identical. When a friend was in a shop that sold a wide variety of their products, she remembered how much I loved that little sink set—“ …
Twinlab Allergy-C Caps 100 capsules
When I was having some allergy symptoms, I sent my partner to the store to pick up some allergy relief. I asked for Benadryl, and some kind of natural supplement or remedy for allergies. (I wanted to cover all the bases because I had a meeting to cater soon and …
Premium Caribbean Bay Rum
In the Caribbean we have a liquid that is specifically used for headaches and flus or colds, to help cool down fevers and unblock the nasal passages as well.
I am not sure where this particular concoction was developed but I grew up with it being a “staple” in the …
Equate: Cotton Swabs
Equate: Cotton Swabs work just as well as the name brand cotton swabs, although I have noticed that the Walmart brand seem to have slightly less cotton, although really, it is not an overly noticeable difference. They still come across as being soft and gentle. I do really like …
Slim Fast Shake Mix, Chocolate Royale
Slim Fast Shake Mix, Chocolate Royale is one of my favorite flavors of all the Slim Fast shakes. The flavor is rich and chocolaty and you really feel like you’re having dessert when you are having one of these shakes. The best part is that a shake …
Fitness 19 in Fremont, CA
I bought a membership to the Fitness 19 gym in Fremont, CA a couple of months ago and have been working out there 2 to 3 times a week every week. The gym is a no frills gym, meaning no locker rooms, showers, pool, or …
Foam roller
I don’t know about you all, but I adore my foam roller. I can’t remember what type it is, but you can really get any old foam roller from Wally World or Target and get the same effect. I now cannot live without my roller. It is meant for …
Cell phone addiction
Yes, America has developed yet another form of addiction and treatment centers are being built as we speak. The newest addiction trend? Cell phone addiction. Yes, I recently heard on several news stations that cell phone addiction is becoming one of the most common forms of …
Headache Relief Aromatherapy Inhaler
I have been experiencing severe headaches right from my teen years and always dreaded taking pain killers to help me get some relief. Due to this fact, I always tried using natural aids help me get rid of the pain. One of my favorite among them has always been …
Neutrogena Build-A-Tan Gradual Sunless Tanning 6.7 oz
I have very fair skin and have been warned not to spend time in the sun without serious sun block, both because of my skin and the fact that I may possibly have a mild case of lupus.
I have tried a few of the self tanning products, and …
Aquafresh Extreme Clean Toothpaste
I recently obtained an 8-ounce sample of Aquafresh Extreme Clean with micro active foaming action toothpaste. I’ve been using it for a while now. However, it’s the first toothpaste I’ve used that I know I’ll never use again. Once my supply is gone, I won’t be …
Arm and Hammer Sensitive Plus Whitening Toothpaste
Toothpaste is toothpaste, right? It is usually minty in flavour, and it cleans your teeth and freshens your breath; it also removes plaque, prevents cavities, and some of them, if you are lucky, remove stains. I have used many brands and formulas, and I usually just buy what is …
5G-Seat Gel Cushion from Gelco
This is an interesting little cushion. I received one as a gift, because I had been complaining about my legs and back getting stiff and sore from hours of typing. Supposedly, this would relieve pressure, encourage proper spinal alignment, and take pressure off the tail bone.
It …
Centreville Chiropractic
Centreville Chiropractic is an excellent, professional health care office in Centreville, Maryland. Dr. K. Vansant is a caring, talented chiropractor who provides quality health care to the community. The office is on the waterfront- providing a peaceful, tranquil setting. At times you can even see a nearby nesting bald …
Burt’s Bees Doctor Burt’s Res- Q Ointment
I was walking through the aisles in the Health and Beauty section of Wal-Mart looking for something that could combat my acne when I noticed this treatment. I will admit that I was very surprised at first when I discovered that Burt’s Bees who is so well known …
DVD by Billy Blanks : Ultimate Tae Bo
I started practicing Tae Bo a few years ago.
It was recommended to me by my doctors .I was recovering post chemotherapy and my moral was very low.
I started practicing by myself watching Billy Blanks program I have bought on VHS.
It was Tae Bo instructional workout and then it cost …
Dermactin-TS Collagen Gel Patches 6 applications
I bought this produce on the advice of a family friend who happened to be looking quite a bit younger, her eyes in particular looking very bright for her age. She had been using several different products, but when I asked her what the eye products were, she wrote …
Gracial Oral Contraceptive Pill
I am not a huge fan of synthetic products, however, when my period was going haywire, my OB GYN recommended that I use oral birth control pills. Not really for preventing pregnancy as the main purpose, but to align my hormones back to normal.
Since I trusted my OB GYN, …
Crystal Vision Matrix Supplement
So it was a total shot in the dark when I decided to buy this supplement, the Crystal Vision Matrix which is supposed to help improve over-all eye health. I went through this whole kick for a while when I was buying all these homeopathic drink mixes and such …
Carica 7 day diet
I am a fan of dieting. I have been battling with my weight for so many years now. Any diet that claims it will make me loose weight will always be in my list. So I got a hold of this 7 day diet at the mall. It costs …
Philips Sonicare Electric Toothbrush
My mother bought herself a Philips Sonicare toothbrush earlier in the year and was raving on about it, so it should not have come as a surprise when I received one for my birthday!
I was a little sceptical over the toothbrush if I’m honest; I had resisted …
NaturOli Extreme Soap Nut Shampoo Normal to Oily Hair 16 oz
Since learning that sulfates can fade color and also irritate the scalp and cause hair loss for some people, this thinning-haired person stopped using about 90% of them. I decided to try using a few sulfate free options, and this was one that caught my attention. The NaturOli Soap Nut …
C&E Heritage Soaps Black Currant Glycerine Soap 3.5 oz
I have long been a fan of Crabtree and Evelyn products. When I opened one of my Christmas gifts last year, I found a bar of their Black Currant Glycerin soap. This was a very special treat for me. I love black currant—“ the fragrance, the flavor, everything. It …
CVS Wart Remover Medicated Discs
I’m almost a little embarrassed having to write this review, but then again, I have to remember that millions of other people out there also suffer from small warts every now and then, so really, I think this is a review that although not the most pleasant of issues raised …
Sportscreme Topical Rub, 3 oz
Since I have a bad back and my knees act up, as well as my wrist when a rain is coming, I have tried a variety of creams, gels, and such to try and relieve my pain so that I can function like a normal person throughout the day, …
Hydroxycut Advanced Rapid Release Dietary Supplements
It’s really rather sad that I can review as many of these products as I have, because that means I’ve TRIED this many weight loss products. But, it can be really discouraging to work for months on end, exercising for two hours every day, counting every calorie and carb, …
Turtle Island Herbs Combo Herb Extract Itch-Away Spray 1 oz
I like to try natural remedies for every day problems, so that I am getting less exposure to chemicals and unwanted additives. I don’t avoid all of them, but I figure if I make some effort it will at least help protect my health in some small ways. I bought …
5 Hour Energy - Berry Flavor
I had seen this product advertised on TV and in magazines, and I decided to try it for myself. Usually I can’t tolerate energy products very well because they usually make me shaky, anxious, or jittery. Sometimes they even make me feel sick. Usually in the …
Biore Cooling Eye Gel
Since most of my time is spent in front of the computer, my eyes which feel very tired and fatigued sometimes become a cause of concern. Apart from the puffiness and dark circles around my eyes- my eyes start looking rather dull and lifeless and so in order …
FarmHouse Fresh Nectar Bath Pure Whole Milk & Chicory Root 8 oz
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I love taking my nightly hot bath. It is relaxing, fun, and therapeutic. In fact, it has given me back my life. I have suffered from fibromyalgia since my late teens, with symptoms like extreme fatigue, muscle pain and spasms, nerve pain, and overlapping problems like migraines and …
Iberogast
I had fried prawns with garlic for dinner two nights back. Unfortunately the prawns were not thoroughly fried. It was done by my husband.Initially, I was rather sceptical about the prawns, but brushed it off , as he hardly ever cooks Chinese food. I didn’t want to comment too …
Nature’s Way Cat’s Claw Bark
I used to work for the Postal Service about ten years ago, and I would be the person that entered into the computer all the addresses written on the envelopes, so that the machine could properly sort the mail. I was typing upwards of 100 words per minute, and …
Vitamin E
Vitamin E is a wonderful antioxidant and of course Vitamin and when used as directed can be great to help prevent heart attacks, coronary artery disease, and macular degeneration just to name a few. What many people do not realize though is that it can be dangerous if you …
Revlon Perfect Heat 3/4″ Spiral Curling Iron
I went through a stage where I wanted to try to put spiral curls in my hair. I tired just about every what that I could find to make it happen and just never had very good luck with it. I ran across the Revlon Perfect Heat Spiral Curling …
Family Care Sterile Eye Drops
I do not often have problems with my eyes, but when I do it is really bad. I do not like having to deal with irritated eyes all day and found myself going through just that. Where I live it is very windy and dusty, which makes it easy …
Choice sanitary pads
The choice sanitary pads are the low priced sanitary pads. One of my friends uses these pads and she also suggested me to just use these pads. The good thing about the choice sanitary pads is the cost of it, which is very low. I bought …
Burt’s Bees After Sun Soother
I have never in my life been able to gain and retain a tan. I’m out in the sun for five minutes and I can somehow manage to get a burn even if I’m lathered with sunblock and wearing a hat and long sleeve shirts. You may think I’m …
Sucrets Cough Drops Raspberry
Way back in the day, I used to think Sucrets was possibly the worst tasting cough drop that could be found on the market, but at some point over the years I’ve kind of turned my opinions in the opposite direction and I swear by Sucrets of all kinds …
Natures Way Nettle Herb
Nature’s Way Nettle Herb is to help men maintain a healthy prostrate. I was at the grocery store and it was on sale for about seven dollars a bottle. While shopping, I picked up a bottle of Nature�s Way Nettle Herb to give to my husband to …
NOXO Sweets Control Inhaler .03 oz
When someone well intentioned bought me this inhaler, and I found out what they paid for it, I did not waste any time telling them they were completely insane. This is supposed to be based on Nobel Prize winning science. It is an inhaler that uses “phytonutrients and phytochemicals” to …
Doctor’s choice burns and scalds pads
This is a sticky patch that is placed on burns and scalds. The are like bandages for burns. One box contains 5 large patches.
Since I cook a lot, I keep these on hand for occasional burns caused by accidentally touching or rubbing against hot pans and dishes. It …
Cutler Protectant Treatment Spray
I just loved styling my hair and sometimes overdoing it —“ left my hair feeling dull and lifeless. This I guess was because I had to use various hair styling products to get that complete look. Since I didn’t want to stop styling my hair and at the same …
Listerine Pocketpaks, Cool Mint portable strips
When I saw these on the shelf for the first time, I said “No way.”
I have never liked the taste of Listerine. It’s a great product, probably kills all the germs in a ten mile radius, but unless there is a specific reason I have to use it, …
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