I have been taking aloe vera juice regularly to help treat the various digestive complaints that I have—“ irritable bowel syndrome, GERD, and sometimes hemorrhoids. It has been helpful, along with fiber and prescription proton pump inhibitors, in easing the symptoms of these conditions.
I have used …

I gained weight before and it caused me to have this love handles. I learned from the comments that most of my friends gave me that it does not look good to have a bulging tummy. I am not really that fat, my shoulders and arms are toned but …

I have to admit that I am an olfactory person (a nose person in layman terms) and to me, no matter how good something is, unless I have to use it like in order to stay alive important, I would rather take a product that is less quality but smells …

While I don’t have arthritis, a recent bus strike left me with little choice than to do a lot of walking in my home city. I developed sore, aching feet despite wearing very good footwear. Deciding I absolutely had to do something about it, I purchased Avon Foot Works …

I have a poor habit of eating so the doctor told me I should take multivitamin to help me get the most nutrient vitamin and mineral I can get. So I went to my local rite aid pharmacy and grab this one a day teen advantage complete multivitamin for …

I have been trying out a few different facial masks and other products lately. Since it is getting to be warmer weather right now, my skin is a little oilier, and this will progress as the weeks roll by. Tea tree has long been a favorite ingredient of mine for …

I have a sleep disorder, related to fibromyalgia, where my brain will not stay in the deepest stage of sleep for a long enough period of time to allow my body to recover. This pays havoc with every body system, including the muscles and nerves. I have been taking …

Vitamin C is an essential part of out daily diet but a lot of times most of us don’t get enough of this vitamin. Hence, the people who don’t get out daily nutrients properly have to rely on supplements. Vitamin C supplements helps us to relieve stress, slow down …

After a burn accident to my wrist, I had to wear gauze to cover the wound for several weeks. I was sent home from the emergency room with a roll of adhesive tape that nearly caused as much damage to my skin as the burn. It turned …

Not just as diet - A life style by choice
I consider “Fit for Life” more than just a diet but a lifestyle and a very good preference in keeping myself healthy and fit. Most diets work by telling you to abstain from certain types of foods or count …

I am a firm believer in the power of ginger to settle an upset stomach. I like to keep some ginger on hand whether I’m at work, on vacation, or at home. Once I discovered Gin-Gins, having ginger on hand became simple. Gin-gins are individually wrapped …

Ever since I was really young, my mom won’t let any mosquito bite me or suck on my skin. She always tells me to always apply this insect repellent lotion whenever there are mosquitoes or biting insects around. Every summer, we go to our grandma’s house in the countryside …

I received one can of this three pack when I took a trip with friends to the mountains. It was the first time I had been to a really high altitude, so it was a precaution to prevent me getting a headache or any other symptoms. I felt kind of …

The problem of acne has been associated with me from my teenage years. Even though their appearance now has seemed to reduced quite a bit, even their mild presence did make me look quiet dull and unhealthy. The fact that I experience acne over my body and specially on …

I have fibromyalgia, and often suffer from leg and foot cramps, as well as general pain and crampiness of my whole body as a symptom of this condition. I have taken quite a few different medications and supplements to deter the cramps, and I also take a hot bath every …

People such as doctors generally use carbolic soap for antibacterial purposes and health reasons. I generally do not bathe with carbolic soap though, especially because it dries out my skin even though I think that it bathes me properly. However, recently after my bar of bathing soap had finished …

I started using Nutritech’s All One , Iron-Free, Rice Based Multiple Vitamin & Mineral Powder, because I was looking for a new multiple vitamin supplement and my friend raved about how much she loved All One.
All One is made by the Nutritech company and it is a powdered …

I try desperately not to get sun burned. I have a suspected case of lupus, and doctors have warned me that the sun could potentially make me sick. So, when I go outside in the sun, I always, always wear sun block—“ the strongest I can find.
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My sister bought this foot massager for my parents about 3 years ago. It was a very popular OSIM product back then. She bought it during its promotional period at around RM 900 (which is around USD$ 260).
Unlike the other OSIM massager we have, this foot massager is not …

I bought a bottle of this shampoo because it was on sale for a great price where I shop. I like using the two in one shampoo/conditioner products because they tangle my hair less and have a smooth feel, and also make it easier to dry quickly. I’m not …

There has been a lot of hype lately about omega 3s and what they can do for the heart, arteries and general condition of someone’s health. There are plenty of places to get them in your daily diet, but no easier more convenient way than quickly swallowing a …

NordicTrack CX 925 Elliptical is cool exercising equipment; I have placed it in my room. As the equipment comes in sub assembled parts, and it’s therefore, possible to assemble and disassemble it. This exercising device is a fascinating piece to ride on; I just love walking on it. I …

I recently developed a keen interest in bath bombs. I take a hot bath every night to help relieve and prevent symptoms of fibromyalgia, and this has become a hobby as much as a routine. I ordered a lot of bath bombs from an online company, and really loved …

Because I have two kids and like most kids they are prone to getting into problems and getting themselves hurt I have always had some kind of Band aid product in my house at any and every given time and I’ve usually put them to good use too. I’ve …

Walmart Vision Center
6600 Glenwood Ave
Raleigh, NC 27612
(919) 783-0377
If your on a budget, but are in need of some glasses or contacts the walmart vision center can be a good option. They have all the same options you can get from a regulareye careprovider but most of their frames and …

In the past, I have had episodes of athlete’s foot fungus. Once those take hold, it is more or less easily treated on the skin, but can be somewhat difficult to treat the shoes if fungus has set in and is causing odors. I happened to be watching …

I am very concern with my family’s dental health that I only trust Colgate Total 12 for it.
I am fully trusting the product because unlike other toothpastes in the market nowadays, only Colgate Total 12 gives me and my family complete …

I am an avid yoga practitioner who has been doing yoga for months now, so I don’t know what makes a good yoga ball or a bad one. I have owned a few balls before, but they were just too big or are not comfortable to use.
Luckily, 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, …

I had a temporary job over Christmas where I had to take over from someone else’s shift and work on the same keyboard as them. Seeing as I noticed some of my colleagues had a habit of picking their noses and sneezing everywhere (yes, ewww!), that grossed me …

I think of my body weight as a principal indicator of the status of my health. If my body mass falls one or two pegs down the scale, I would be likely to fall ill. Any slight changes in weight could mirror something much more critical happening …

A really nice natural body lotion I recently tried was Aveeno Active Naturals Skin Relief Moisturizing Lotion with Soothing Oat Essence. It was free from fragrance which was nice because fragrances usually bother my sensitive skin, and it seems to help moisturizing my irritated dry skin pretty well. However, …

Recently I had to attend one of my cousins wedding with involved late night sleeping and a hectic schedule for the whole day. Though I thoroughly enjoyed every bit of the time spend there, the results of leading a carefree and undisciplined routine slowly started showing when I returned …

Age happens. I have to put it bluntly because it is the truth. One big problem many of us face as we get older is joint aches and pains. The sorts of pains that are the warning signs of arthritis. At the same time it is confusing because we …

When my partner bought a vacuum from Oreck, this air purifier was an extra “gift” that came with it. It looked really nice and professional and I thought it would be a great machine. The idea of not having to replace filters sounded great… and supposedly it would just …

I have always loved Burt’s Bees and I have used a lot of their products. Usually I am very happy with them, with few exceptions. I decided to try this product out when I was frustrated with the frizzy, dry ends of my hair. I love avocado oil, and rosemary. …

One must be very careful in assuming natural products are harmless. One of my first experiences of learning this the hard way comes from this very good product, Olbas herbal bath. It is not a completely natural product, as it does have some questionable chemicals like sulfates and PEG, …

I love to try Ayurvedic products, and this one looked like one I would really like. It is actually blended in India. It has no synthetic color or fragrance and no animal ingredients or testing. Kokum butter is a very nourishing substance that contains essential fatty acids to strengthen skin …

In my mothers and my own on-going quest to lose a few pesky pounds, we often turn to Jamieson’s Slimdown Natural Source Fibre. These natural fibre diet aids, are made by the same company who make vitamins and mineral supplements.
First off, let me assure you there is nothing harmful …

I think I’m becoming a fan of toilet bowl cleaners! I’d never have thought I was the type of person who delighted in cleaning my toilet, but I’ve found some great products over the years that have appealed to me on so many levels and one of my favorite …

I am a serious tea lover and drinker, but it does stain the teeth a lot. I recently wanted to whiten my teeth, but without chemicals so I was looking at all natural ways to do just that. I tried hydrogen peroxide, baking soda and even tooth bleaching products, …

After paying for a health club membership for both my better half and myself that we almost never found the time to use, it became clear to me that we would be better advised to let your membership lapse and instead invest in a decent piece of home gym …

I have not really been the type to get into electric toothbrushes, but have used quite a few of them in my lifetime. For years, my mother would buy them for us for Christmas, so I know just how most of the older models work. I wanted to get …

For years my doctor had been urging me to try Omega-3 fish oils, but until I did a little research on them; I hadn’t realized how important they were. When it came time to try them, I decided to check out my local health food store as they offered …

Obesity is an epidemic here in the United States. I have found a product I totally believe in, and I want to review it for others.
HCG stands for Human Choriogonadotropin. It is the hormone that is produced by women in the early stages of pregnancy. The hormone, taken in …

The acuvue oasys just might be the best contacts i’ve ever worn. I bought these yesterday and i’m seeing so clearly. I hate glasses and will do anything not to wear them. I feel like my eyes can breath and the moisture in these contacts are incredible. The lens …

I love taking my nightly bath. I use it as a way to relax and sleep better, but also as a treatment for the muscle symptoms of fibromyagia. This, along with exercise, massage, and a few supplements have kept me active and kept my pain level under control better than …

Basic’s Iron supplement 65 MG is a Iron supplement when I ran in to the starting of being anemic due to other health issues. My doctor suggested that I start taking an iron supplement. I new I had to do something fast so I got a well known brand …

Just thinking about discussing this subject publicly makes me cringe, because it’s not a thing to which any woman wants to admit. HOwever, I’m a big girl, and if this review helps someone in the process, then it’s worth it. I started a new job about a year and …

I am living I a big and joint family where I have my children, husband, and parents in law and also my sister in laws. We all have different tastes and different opinions about any particular thing. But it is very strange to say that we all …