A couple of years ago, my elderly mother suffered a fall in the kitchen, and broke her ankle very badly, requiring pins and many months of physical therapy to recover. The mobility issues from the break were compounded by the fact that she already had severe neuropathy and had …

I moved to Michigan about eight years ago, and since then, every fall, I get severe allergies. Now I’ve noticed that, aside from the outdoor-variety of allergens that bombard me every year, I’m starting to become super-sensitive to other things like cat hair and/or pet dander in general (which …

Since I use a variety of massage oils for treating my fibromyalgia pain, I love to try new ones. I had never used an Ayurvedic massage oil before, and the ingredients looked interesting, but I did not want to order a large bottle in case I did not like the …

It has come to my attention, due to one dog and 2 cats dying in a household, that Swiffer WetJet is so harmful to animals and children, that no one should buy this product!
The dog, healthy, kept inside, beautiful, and well watched, suddenly died. A necropsy was done on …

If you have ever had “heel spurs” also known as plantar fasciitis, you will appreciate the pain that you go through just walking across a room—“ especially if you have been sitting for awhile previously. I developed this condition so badly that I had to hold onto furniture to get …

I don’t often get sunburned, because I use sun block products regularly. I have “suspected lupus” so I take sun protection very seriously. Once in awhile I forget that wind can also be damaging, and one time in the winter I spent too much time playing in the snow and …

As the temperature outside rises, my workout resolve tends to wane. So when I had an opportunity to try out a water workout program, of course I gladly jumped right in. If you are looking for a no-impact aerobic and strength training routine, why not beat the …

When I was out shopping one day, I got a rather unexpected case of gas pains in my upper and lower intestines that was quite miserable. I knew it was gas by the way the pain moved around, and I did not have anything with me at the time to …

At Easter, one of the treats I was given at a party was this lip balm. I love lip balms, especially ones with fun flavors, and this one was great. Although it bears the Peeps trademark name, it is not a real peep flavor that it uses. And, there are …

I purchased Sally Hansen’s Maximum Growth Daily Nail Growth Program because I had to cut my nails due to them being really dirty and uneven. As soon as I finished cutting my nails, I missed them dearly after wards, so I decided that I would try and find a …

I have had sinus congestion and problems for many years. A lot of it is due to allergies. Also, I have to take medicines for rheumatoid arthritis that makes me more susceptible to colds. I have been to the doctor many times for these issues. …

Like most of my penny pinching, wallet squeezing purchases, I bought this because of the low price; at under a dollar for a tube of toothpaste, the price can’t be beaten and I figured I simply could not go wrong! I just finished the first tube, and cannot say …

Maxicare is one of the best medical health card provider in the country, for the most part of what Ialready know about this medical card benefit that most companies give to their employees, everything you will need for your medical benefits can be availed with just the presentation of …

Crest Pro-Health Rinse is an effective and refreshing product that I have been using now since early 2006. There is no burn at all because it is alcohol free and it shields teeth against plaque, protects against gingivitis, and works to halt bad breath all for twelve hours. I …

I use ear plugs often because my significant other snores at night, and also I do a lot of shooting and I want to protect my hearing. One of the better ear plugs I have used are also I buy them for around $8 (which isn’t that pricey …

I recently bought a raffle ticket at charity event to help the needy. I never win at these sorts of things but the money was going for a good cause so really never expected to hear anything. A couple weeks later I received a letter along with a package …

There was a time when I saw my stomach bulging. Due to a busy schedule, exercising was the least of my options and so I was a bit desperate. I wanted to take the extra weight off but I did not want to take pills and medicines. So when …

When I go to the chemist to buy some talcum powder I have to admit that I don’t usually pick up a tin of Yardleys English rose talcum, more often than not I buy a stores own brand or some Johnson’s baby powder. One of the first things to take …

Every once in a while, I like to walk to work. I only live about two miles from where I work and when the weather is nice, I don’t mind making the trek at all, and find it rather invigorating. I’m not exactly the active sort, I’ll admit, but …

I have fibromyalgia, and I like to use various essential oils in bath preparations, massage blends, and general aroma therapy uses. Now Foods has been a company I have purchased many essential oils from. The price is great and the quality is generally very reliable. Since I started using …

I stand on my feet all day at work and from time to time it is necessary that I wear pumps or dress flats instead of my more comfortable work shoes. Of course, by the end of the day, my feet are sore and aching on days that …

I love to take hot baths because it helps my fibromyalgia symptoms and it’s just fun. I saw this One bath fizzer at a Target store and really liked the looks of it. It was one of those purchases that you make not because you need anything, but because …

I inherited a tube of this conditioner from a brunette friend of mine, who said it did nothing but make her hair frizzy. She has dry hair, and needs a deep conditioner but was hoping this would add some shine and depth to the color and take the dullness away.
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I don’t often buy Tom’s of Maine anymore, but I know they have great toothpaste and are widely available. I recently decided to go back to the good old days and buy some Tom’s of Maine peppermint toothpaste as my recent toothpaste purchase.
The peppermint flavor is a strong …

I love to use massage as a way to treat the symptoms of fibromyalgia, and my partner is kind enough to help me by acting as my masseuse. I also love to reciprocate, and we have a lot of fun picking out new and different products to use for the …

Before an insurance change dictated a switch to another dental care provider, my family and I really enjoyed going to Dr. Schmidtke’s office. Strange to say we enjoyed it, when you consider most people don’t like going to the dentist, but we really did! Dr. Kevin Schmidtke and his …

My lips chap sometimes, but my daughter is the one with the major problem. I’ve found her various lip balms that help her out, but it was through a lot of trial and error buying brand after brand. I did find one that worked pretty well for …

When I switched over to using mostly sulfate free shampoos, I also wanted to use natural conditioners. Since Now Foods is a brand I have a lot of experience with, I decided to try one of theirs. The scent of berries sounded appealing, and the ingredients looked great—“ plus I …

My skin tends to become extremely dry especially in cold climatic condition and this state often leaves me looking quite dull and unattractive. For this reason, it becomes important for me to use very good moisture to keep my skin well moisturized. Since there are a flood …

I know when most people think about a portable toothbrush they know that just about any one is portable, but you don’t always travel with the toothbrush you use at home, especially if it is an electric one. I love the Violight system of toothbrushes because not only are they …

I have been wearing Acuvue Oasis contact lenses for about 2 years now. I wore Acuvue 2 lenses for about 10 years before that. I was having a problem with my eyes drying out really bad when I’d wear my contacts. It was so bad I could hardly wear …

Every quarter, I have to have my blood glucose tested to make sure I am controlling it well, but lab fees are so expensive, and it’s a hassle to make an appointment with a doctor, pay a co-pay, then go to a lab and then wait for weeks until …

PanOxyl Acne Foaming Wash Maximum Strength is one of my favorite face washes to use for the prevention of acne. I only get the occasional bought of acne so I do not need to use a wash every day. I use PanOxyl about 2 or 3 times a week …

Few months back I bought this glucometer from Walmart.I already have Relion blood pressure machine which is good enough so chose to go with this brand.Next day when I used this machine I realised that the machine is defective as it was giving absolutely absurd results.I …

When my hair began to thin a few years ago, I was alarmed. I tried several shampoo remedies and scalp treatments but nothing seemed to help. The best results I got for visual effect were volumizing shampoos, mousse products– and not using conditioner. I also tried a few vitamin …

No woman likes to admit to having problems with gas, and I hate to dispel any illusions men might have about us but…. we have gas like anyone else. In my gas, it’s almost always dependent upon the kind of foods I’m eating. Anything high in milk product or …

The electroencephalogram, commonly referred to as an EEG, is a test people may be apprehensive of if they have never had one before. I had an EEG just yesterday. I have had four EEG’s in total over the past several years. In my case an EEG …

I love to have a hot foot soak to help remove dead skin and refresh my tired feet. I have long been a fan of peppermint foot soaks, as well as tea tree soaks. Lately I have bought mostly tea tree products, so just to be different I decided …

I have been using this product since I was a baby and up until now that I am 24. Everyone I know has either used or still using it as a foundation before applying make up.
When i was young, this product only comes in one variant which is …

I love using natural oils on both my body and hair because of their amazing ability to seal in moisture in my skin. Although I am a major fan of Burt’s Bees products, I have to admit that it was not until fairly recently that I tried this …

For as long as I can remember, I have been a fan of the Listerine product line because I have always liked the way my mouth looked and felt after using the product. A while back, I had been seeing a lot of commercials with kids standing over the …

I couldn’t believe it when I actually found Puralin in a store! I had to order it online years ago when I first tried their homeopathic weight loss pills (that worked, mind you), and so when I found this natural remedy for sinus congestion I knew I had to …

One of the staples in my home is always Motrin. My kids adore the berry flavor as it helps that it tastes good. Their theory is if it is medicine, it better taste good as it goes down. Otherwise, it will usually be hard to get them to take …

Krill is one of the most important ant-inflammatory supplements on the market. But, they have been too expensive to keep up with until I found MegaReds from Costco. The average price for krill at the health food stores was over $50, but Costco has a fantastic version for only …

I bought this WESLO CARDIOSTRIDE PLUS MANUAL TREADMILL after researching some other existing reviews out there. I liked the ratings on it compared to other models. Well, I got it, and I found it easy to set up and it weights about 65lbs. Its medium heavy to carry if …

My husband and I have used many different kinds and brands of condoms in our past. Ranging from ones that are neon blue, to ones that smell and taste like bananas, and even ones that supposedly turn from “hot” to “cold” in a matter of a few minutes but …

I suffer with occasional constipation, due to irritable bowel syndrome. I take a fiber supplement to help prevent symptoms, but there is sometimes the occasion where it is not enough. One time when this happened, I was quite annoyed, because I had to go somewhere and did not want …

I bought the exergen thermometer last year after reading the reviews on it. For years I wanted an ear thermometer but I read articles saying most people do no use them correctly and one of children, the one with autism would not allow me to place anything …

I am on day two of the Fullbar Diet. Though I’m not sure how long it takes to see results, it would be expecting a lot to think that the scale would have budged in such a short time. Whenever I take on a new diet program, …

Kroger Brand One A Day for Women is the generic multi vitamin that is made for general health and support. I would say that this multi vitamin works best for a person on a balanced diet. Basically if you only want to take 1 pill a day for all …