For a very long time I did not have any health or dental insurance but I needed a lot of work done to my mouth. This included aggressive gum treatments, fillings, veneers, a lot of cosmetic and reconstructive work. During the time I didn’t have any insurance I came across …

Since I have turned forty, I have become aware of the aging of my skin and I want to take steps to prevent as much of it as possible, or at least make it seem less noticeable. I take a regular multivitamin and mineral supplement all the time, but …

For the last few weeks my feet were just looking and feeling —˜horrible’. They felt so dry and rough, that the skin almost cracked on my heels —“ making them look just ugly and pathetic. But what was even worst was the fact that they also felt …

I came across a new diet the other day, and before I had even finished studying it, the wheels were already turning. All my life I have been surrounded by competitive people. Sporty or not, these individuals thrive on the game, and live to crush their competitors …

Mentisan is a an ointment that is manufactured in La Paz, Bolivia. According to a number of Bolivians I have spoken with, Mentisan is a cure-all for anything that ails you - kind of like the South American medicinal version of duct tape. On the back of the container, …

I use a variety of moisturizing shampoos on my hair, and lots of mousses and other styling products. Needless to say, sometimes I get a little buildup. I have thinning hair on top, and buildup can cause it to feel heavier and affect the volume dramatically. It also makes my …

Recently we had to take our son Kurt to the Hospital for an operation on his hand to open up the muscle by his thumb to allow it to move more freely. The hospital that were doing the operation was the Birmingham Children’s Hospital. The hospital is …

When we ran out of toothpaste this time we picked this one up because we were looking to try something new and different. I think the toothpaste was reasonably priced and the packaging is very attractive(I like the color orange..lol). We buy Crest toothpaste because it’s been around …

The Assured Double Tipped Cotton Swabs are sold at Dollar Tree stores for one dollar. In one package comes a total of four hundred double tipped cotton swabs. That may seem like a truly excellent deal compared to the name brand cotton swabs, like Q-tips Cotton Swabs or store …

For awhile I had heard a friend talking about “coconut oil monoglycerides” and how they could help boost the immune system. I heard a lot of pretty out-there claims, that it could kill viruses and bacteria from inside the body without harming the natural flora, that it would prevent …

For people who like to keep fit, exercise and are into extreme sports, it is necessary to utilize undergarments that provide ample support. If one uses ordinary underwear, you may expect sagging to occur. Wacoal undergarments are superbly designed and make use of the latest base materials to prevent …

I take a hot bath nearly every night, to relax and also to treat symptoms of fibromyalgia. This has been more therapeutic to me than anything a doctor has ever come up with, and it’s fun too. To make it interesting, I use a great variety of bath additives. I …

Aging is inevitable. Both the cosmetic and pharmaceutical industries continue to put in so much time, effort and money in the research and development of products that may offer the ever elusive promise of eternal look of youthfulness. In line with the pursuit of longevity and the quest for …

I often get breakouts and pimples on my face and when they do break out, they are big pimples that are really annoying. Whenever I get the zit, I usually don’t do anything until they disappear. However, if they stay on my face for too long, like a week or …

Having fibromyalgia for many years has led me to try many different pain relief products. This is one I had not tried until recently when I ran out of my usual gel and had someone to pick this up for me. It is unique in that it has a blend …

Now before you think that I am someone who watches infomercials all night long and have nothing better to do than whip out a credit card and talk to some stranger with a southern accent at two in the morning to order whatever product is parading across the boob tube, …

I do not normally use a douche, unless there is a medical reason to do so. I have heard that it disturbs the Ph, and can complicate many conditions. The vagina is a self cleaning thing. It should take care of anything that comes up—“ but sometimes, there might be …

Last week on my birthday, when my husband gifted me this back pillow called- Contour freedom back massage cushion, I was rather surprised and touched. Since my husband had always known about the severe back pain I had often witnessed specially while having to sit for …

Breathe Right Nasal Strips have been a great help alleviating my breathing problems at night. I have allergies and it seems like every time I lie down, my nose immediately gets stuffy. I use Breathe Right Nasal Strips when my allergies act up or if I get …

My friend told me that nowadays she’s been addicted wearing X2 soft lenses, not only because it was —˜branded’ stuffs (and they used a high class models to promote this products) but it can be used until 6 months. Hearing that news made me so anxious and I really …

One of my favorite and most affordable organic honeys to have on my English muffin or in my tea is Nature’s Place Organic 100% Pure Honey. It is so sweet and only has 60 calories per tablespoon, which is nice. The honey has a nice golden color to it …

I have tried every product in Earth Therapeutics tea tree foot care line, and I love them all. This foot wash is one of the products I keep handy for when my feet are very tired. It works best if you use the other products in the line …

I caught a news magazine program the other day. They were comparing anit-bacteria hand soap versus regular hand soap. I recently started buying anit-bacteria soap so I was interested.
Their finding was that there is no medically proven difference between the two. It seems a lot of these soap manufacturers …

Ever since I knew just what acne was and what effect it had on my dating opportunities or lack thereof, I have turned to various cleansers to make sure my face would be as far away from looking like a tired pizza as possible. One of my favorite tricks of …

Ever since I sat down in one of those shiatsu massaging chairs at the shopping mall, I have been hooked on the sensation of those rolling massaging spheres. I have the HoMedics full body massaging mat, and enjoyed the vibrations it provides. But if you …

My teeth are really important to me. It is very difficult for me to keep my teeth clean and healthy, because I have a problem with smoking cigarettes. To try to fight dreadful tar on my teeth or cavities, I have to use good toothpaste. I was looking for …

As anyone that knows me well knows that I simple adore anything that the Bath & Body shop sponsors or any of their own lines they create. And one of the lines I really like is their True Blue Spa products. I was first introduced to this product line when …

I am just over forty, and although I don’t have any visible problems yet other than a few very fine lines, and sometimes a “tired” or puffy look, I have been looking for a good eye cream to help prevent signs of aging. I figure getting a head start and …

I hate getting sick in the winter, and I use whatever is at my disposal for preventing it. Last year, I had become disappointed that some of my favorite preventative measures did not seem to be working. Part of the reason they may have failed was non-compliance—“ I would forget …

My daughter mentioned this to me one morning. She and her baby had come to stay with me for a few days, and we slept in the same room. I was in total denial —“ me snoring? Impossible! The denial faded off and I realized I must …

Due to my hectic schedules- trying to balance work both in the in office and at home would sometimes leave me no time for my personal care. Wearing make- up everyday was a part and parcel of my daily routine, but removing the make —“ up in a proper …

I think I mentioned in another review that I am trying to get myself back in shape (and lose about 20 pounds in the process) and, rather than spending money on a gym, I am unburying some of the exercise equipment that we have purchased in the past.
One of …

I have a condition which causes my brain to not stay in the deepest stage of sleep for long enough periods. It is possibly the root cause of my fibromyalgia symptoms, which I have had for many years. To treat the condition, I take a drug called Elavil, which …

I have several health issues, and all of them, like probably most health problems, can benefit from the use of potent antioxidants. Being a diabetic, I am most familiar with the ones that are specifically helpful to us—“ like alpha lipoic acid.
I got into an interesting conversation with …

Over the many years I have used lots of different toothpaste. One that I recently tried was Colgate’s Oxygen Whitening Bubbles Toothpaste. It was advertised with the bubbles contained in the toothpaste is supposed to go between all the crevices in your mouth, between the teeth and gums and …

I feel that I must share with all you readers of a brand that I am deeply falling in love with. About a few weeks ago I had gone to a store called Ulta and decided to purchase a little face cleanser that had Vitamin C as one of its …

When I went to the OB gyne, she suggested several forms of birth control methods to me. I chose pills as the best form of birth control not only because I was more of a person who prefers to take medicines but also my OB gyne said that …

I have had a problem with thinning hair for the last few years. It may be caused by heredity, age, diabetes, hormones, health issues or any number of things. Not knowing what the problem is makes it hard to treat and even harder to deal with, but I have found …

I first used this moisturizing body wash while on vacation and staying in a hotel. I bought it because I thought it would be a treat compared to using regular bar soap. At first, it was okay because I was a bit sunburned, and it felt cool …

You may have heard of Bob Greene through his personal training work with Oprah, or from his many contributions as a writer and editor for O the Oprah Magazine. Though I myself had heard of Greene through his many published programs and works, it was only recently …

Lotion can be very important in the healing process of a new tattoo, and a bottle of “Tattoo Goo: Aftercare Lotion” was included in the free aftercare kit when I got my first tattoo. Of course, I tried it out! It works wonderfully for what it sets out to …

I realized, after starting a new job almost two years ago, that I am WAY out of shape. Not just out of shape, but I’m a total wimp. I was a stay-home mother for seven years, and had been out of the workforce for much longer than I was …

Being a regular user of two toothpastes, one is local brand and the other is imported, it never occurred in my belligerent mind that I would use this brand. I am always on the taste and price when it comes to toothpaste. Some toothpaste that gives after taste, it …

I almost completely stooped using “plastic” pads and started using the more natural organic cotton ones.
These are quite a bit pricier than the “plastic” brands, the price averaging at twice the price of plastic ones. But it is well worth it in my opinion.
I buy the ones with …

I have been trying out the idea of natural hair color products. Since I dye my hair regularly at home, I’d love to find a natural product that gives me the reliable gray coverage without all he chemicals. I’ve tried a couple of henna products, and while one …

I am diabetic and I have been desperately trying to control my condition without medication or insulin. I have tried many different natural products that claim to help control blood sugar. Most of them have been of minimal help, but a combination of them together does seem to make …

I was a member of Bally total fitness for a period of about three years. I picked up the membership card the other day I it showed member since 8/26/99 and I decided to write a short review about my experience with the facility.
Normally I jog or play soccer …

When my body is achy and sore I like to massage some of the Burt’s Bees Muscle Mend into my body after soaking in a bath for awhile because it helps soothe the aches and pains away in my body naturally. However this pain relieving product is very expensive …

Kidney stones are no longer a major problem for me. While I will probably get them for the rest of my life, I have found a product that breaks them down, so they pass out of my system without incident. I discovered this product by accident when …

My review is on St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center located in Phoenix, AZ. I had to see a doctor here last week in their Cardiology Department. I had reservations about going to St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center mainly because of hearing a few stories over the past …