Over the past five years, I’ve had a lot of ups and downs where my weight is concerned. I lost about 60 lbs a few years ago, and hit a plateau that had me very discouraged and, even after trying a few supplements and something to help push me …

I recently got hooked on the self foaming hand soaps made by Method and other companies, and it changed how I viewed these products. Initially, I though that they were not economical, and that the water-like solution would not last long enough. I was wrong—“ it is concentrated even though …

I started working a new job last September, after eight years of unemployment, so I could stay home with my kids until they were old enough to be trusted to stay home by themselves. I was excited to start working, but I believe my body just wasn’t up to …

When I read about this product (from its manufacturer) I was initially very impressed—“ it seemed like a far superior product to the fish oil products I had been using, relying on a substance that comes from crustaceans and supposedly is worlds better at everything fish oil does– I …

After having success in incorporating an exercise bike into my home fitness regime I decided to purchase a rowing machine, having no real idea of what to look for I opted to go for the Bodymax brand again due to the fact that I have been so impressed with …

I am a regular user of Peppermint Cooling Foot Lotion. I am buying this product from The Body Shop. I’ve been using this for years now although sometimes, I would also use other brands as alternate. So far I would say of Peppermint Cooling Foot Lotion has been …

I don’t like to spend an arm and a leg for feminine products. That is why I try to stay away from name brands as much as possible. One tampon that I used for years was the Equate brand super plus absorbency tampons. These are really good tampons for …

Cybex Pro+ Treadmill is one expensive baby! The $6,500 price tag definitely puts it in the expensive, professional kind of equipment category. However, if you’ve got that much money to spend on your exercising equipment, this is one of the best machines available.
The tread is large and long, measuring …

The Neutrogena wave is a product that I purchased for my fast as a Christmas gift because of the acne problem that he has. He can no longer afford to buy the cream for his face because he is now without insurance coverage and this means that he can’t …

I have to admit that I was a little hesitant to try a drink mix that would even remotely taste like vegetables, but I figured if V8 can do it, then why not this one, and make it taste good. So, I dropped an unbelievable amount of money on …

I take a nightly hot bath to treat muscular symptoms related to fibromyagia, which I have had since my late teens. It relieves the pain and cramping better than any other therapy I have tried. In the winter I like to use moisturizing products such as oils and bath bombs …

I have a hard time swallowing pills and try to avoid it. That is one of the reasons I purchased Doctor’s Best MSM powder version, instead of a pill form. Before I purchased it I read that it can be stirred into juice or water, so I figured it …

The weather where I live has been very hot lately. A few weeks ago I attended a childhood friend’s birthday party that was held at a local park. Although I took the precaution of applying sunscreen prior to the event, I still ended up becoming moderately sunburn …

I was given a bottle of this by someone who did not like it. They had bought it, decided it was not what they thought it would be, tried it once, and gave it away.
While I can’t say that it is my favorite product ever, I think …

When I had went to the doctor a while back I wasn’t eating properly because my I had some stomach troubles plaguing me. The doctor gave me some different medications and with it included was a supplemental vitamins named Zinvital.
Zinvital is a daily vitamin supplement which is …

I have fibromyalgia and sometimes lower back pain. In the past, I have used pain patches that warm up, and also patches that provide a counter-irritant effect. The counter-irritant products contain menthol and various other substances that impart a warm or cold effect to the area of skin they …

The Gold’s gym in Chicopee is not to bad but it is way to small. I like Gold’s gym in Chicopee because the trainers are knowledgeable and know what they are doing but there are many downfalls to this gym.
The Gold’s gym in Chicopee is only good to go …

I love to try new shampoos. I decided to try Nexxus Therappe Shampoo as part of my shampoo research. I have heard good things about it. Even my daughter uses it sometimes. I purchased the Nexxus at Walmart for $15.98 for a 33.8 oz. bottle. It is a salon …

Since I had used Cura Heat brand of heat packs before for menstrual cramps, the next time I needed to stock up on heat packs, I chose their large ones that are designed for large areas like the back. The size of the pack is 7 11/16″x 5 1/8″.
Although only …

This is a shave gel that I’ve only found at the Dollar Tree. I thought that I’d give it a try because when I shave, a lot of times I’ll end up cutting myself here and there and have to wait around until the cuts stop bleeding so that …

It’s very rare for me to find office shoes that are comfortable and affordable. I love wearing closed-heel shoes but the affordable ones gave me blisters on my heels to the point that I thought that my feet are not cut-out for this …

Recently I stumbled on something I had never seen before, Miracle Hand Repair lotion in my mother’s medicine cabinet. Although she is a veritable magician of creams and lotions, my mother has never mentioned this little tube of cream, I suspect because she forgot about its existence. The tube …

I discovered this product when a nurse who was caring for my mother in the hospital suggested them for her use at home when she was released. She is very unsteady on her feet and after a serious ankle surgery, was unable to ambulate well enough to get up …

I know that hemp is suppose to be one of those things that are suppose to be like a great super food. They are really high in protein, loaded with essential fatty acids and minerals. So, I started buying some and purchased Nutiva Organic Shelled Hemp Seeds.
The hemp …

Yet another product I purchased to help with the tired, aching back was the Homedics BackTherapist, which is a 5-motor seat massager designed to be placed on your chair and simply sat on, either on a desk chair or in your car. I never tried the auto option, …

I tried Degree deodorant stick for the first time because it was on sale and I had a coupon so it was a great deal. Now I buy it even at regular price. My favorite scent is the fresh oxygen but all of them are nice. This deodorant works, …

When I was a baby, I was found to be allergic to cow’s milk. Apparently I broke out in huge sores all over my scalp and skin. I was given goatmilk instead and this solved the problem.
Later, I outgrew the allergy and have since been able to tolerate cow …

When I visited the UK last year, I forgot to pack my nail polish remover. My friend took me to her local Tesco store to pick up a few things and while I was there, I discovered their nail polish remover pads. I grabbed the small plastic …

I suffer greatly from hair fall. Every time I wash my hair, I would get like 10-15 strands of hair everyday and I almost feel my hair is thinner now than ever! I started noticing this problem a few months after I had a hair treatment done; it was …

Equate: Tussin Cf Cough & Cold Non Drowsy Cough Suppressant, Expectorant and Nasal Decongestant is not something I will purchase again. It did not work very well for me. It certainly was not as flavorful or effective as TheraFlu. That stuff I have found to be exceptionally good when …

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 had some blemishes on my face before so I decided to buy a diamond peeling machine since diamond peeling sessions here costs about $30 per session and it’s not really cheap so I thought of just buying a personal simple machine that can be used at home even …

I purchased Benefiber because of the claims that it was tasteless and did not thicken in water or change the texture of what it was mixed into. I have irritable bowels syndrome which flares up from time to time, and I have been taking fiber supplements on the …

This shampoo was one option recommended to me by my hairstylist the last time I had it professionally colored. It looked great—“ I had highlights put in, and I really wanted to keep the brightness of the color for as long as I could.
I had tried non-salon brands and never …

I bought this bottle of Enxymatic Therapy True Organics Vitamin C, first off because I’m really a big fan of Vitamin C and I believe it’s like a cure-all for absolutely everything. I get a lot of sun, I’m pretty active for the most part, but every once in …

According to a Statistical survey, consumption of chocolates and sweets doubles and even sometimes triples during Christmas time. This is the time when dental surgeries get fully booked as complains of sensitive teeth and gums become worse. However, our teeth need to be cared not just during Christmas time …

I fell in love with this toner the moment I started using it, it’s just so refreshing and effective, it has done a lot of good things for my skin! I was sort of hesitant to try out this toner, because I know tea tree oil is pretty strong, …

Equate Multipack Tampons pack contains 40 tampons of 3 different sizes, each kind packaged separately in a smaller box. The largest box has 18 super size tampons, the medium box has 18 regular ones, and the smallest one has 4 light ones. The variety of sizes is very convenient, …

Dr. Scholl’s has been one of the trusted names in my household when it comes to feet protection and hygiene. My experience with Dr Scholl’s started way back in college. I was then really worried about corns on my feet. They were so painful that there would be …

Recently I learned that I was suffering from athlete’s foot and I decided to use my husband’s Zeasorb-AF super absorbent antifungal powder to cure it.
At first I did not recognize what I was experiencing as athlete’s foot. I commonly had moisture and peeling of skin between my fourth …

I like to stay active and sometimes, as a result, I end up with some sore muscles. Jogging is a newfound joy of mine, and I really love the idea of just letting lose and going for miles and miles, assuming I have the stamina that day, but invariably …

The 24 Hour Fitness in Long Beach off of the corner of Bellflower Blvd. and Spring Street has been my gym for quite a while now. However, after visiting other 24 Hour Fitness locations, I can confidently say that the Long Beach location is in dire need of repair.
This …

This is a dense foam cushion that helps ease discomfort during the nine months of pregnancy while you sleep. It is a wedge shaped cushion that has a gradual incline and is great to tuck under your growing belly to add extra support while you lay on your side.
It …

Like most people, I have a first aid kit for the home and vehicle. I make sure it is stocked with practically anything I would need in an emergency because we live so far away from help and the hospital. I had a bout a few years …

My favorite facial cleansing brush was of no use now and so I immediately required a new one. I was on a look out for a replacement, until I happened to see Pretika Sonic Dermbrasion Facial brush. On reading some of its important features, I was so impressed with …

After years of suffering chronic insomnia, and trying numerous prescriptions, I think I may have finally found a product that will help me sleep. Recently while shopping in my local health food store, I stumbled upon a container of NOW Foods Melatonin dietary supplement.
I must admit I was …

I’ve always thought that I had really healthy hair. In fact, any time I visited a salon, they always complimented me on how healthy and shiny and natural my hair was. But, as I got older and went through a period of rapidly losing, gaining and losing weight, I …

It wasn’t until about two years ago that I ever had a real problem with foods that caused gas or an upset stomach. But, all of the sudden, for like a three week period, I was having stomach cramping, and was spending a lot more time in the bathroom …

I have a skin tag on my neck and have had this ever since I was a small child. While it didn’t bother me so much when I was younger, I don’t really like it now and would like to get rid of it. I did not seek a …

Being extremely prone to mosquito bites, I always carry a couple of Off! Deep Woods Insect Repellent Wipes around with me in my purse, and in my car.
These wipes come in a pack of 20 and so the costs works out to be about 40 cents per …