I’ve read lots of studies about how taking various medications can have bad long-term effects on your liver. Browsing through the herb section of the local drug store, I came across Sundown Naturals Milk Thistle capsules. What caught my attention was that the bottle states that Milk Thistle helps …

I like to use children’s toothpastes because my mouth is very sensitive to the strong mint flavors in adult mainstream products. I change brands regularly for variety. This is one that I came across when I was actually looking for a natural mouthwash.
The sparkle berry blast is a …

When a friend had suggested I test my pH levels to see how acid or alkaline my tissues were, I thought she was nuts at first, but then I did some reading and it made sense that I should take this seriously. I’ve been struggling to lose some weight, and …

It’s never too early to take good care of your health. As I am something of a health and fitness enthusiast, I have begun the process of putting together a home wellness library of reference books and DVDs.
My latest DVD is the Mayo Clinic …

The pain in my back had become a on and off affair for the past few years. Although the pain didn’t seem of the very severe category type- its constant occurrence (due to the long hours in front of the computer) would make me feel more fatigued and irritated …

I am sure by now just about everyone has heard that cranberries help if you have a urinary tract infection, right? I just wanted to stress the fact that this does really work great, not only to cure infections but also to help prevent anyone from even getting …

I have to say a big “thank you” to whoever the genius is behind this splint. It is probably the best ankle slint I’ve ever used, and I’ve even had some rather expensive ones prescribed to me by my own doctor. I paid over $100 for this ridiculously useless …

I am not a fan of diet supplements or even products which claim to suppress hunger. I find that eating less and exercising more is about as simple and effective a way to control weight that there is. I had recently been injured, and without being able to exercise, …

The last time I had a dental check, I was stunned how pricier it is nowadays to get all the usual dental services than it used to. So it’s just right to put a premium on a toothbrush, and basically anything to keep my teeth healthy. Fortunately, …

My husband and I ordered P90X because we wanted a challenging fitness program that would be easy to do at home. Well, what we actually got was so much more than that- it’s actually a whole lifestyle change.
P90X is a great way to get into shape- but don’t expect …

There are numerous toothpastes on the market which promise a whitening effect, and I have tried several of them. The product that whitens my teeth the best is Crest Vivid White-while it does not taste great, in my opinion, and the results are subtle and not immediate, I have …

The name of the product caught my eye, and the fact that the bottle was an interesting design that tilted inward to match the conditioner which tilted outward. I bought the shampoo, being happy with my conditioner at home. This has 100% organic extracts, and lots of natural ingredients. It …

Last summer, I developed a particularly bad allergic reaction to some sort of pollen after an outdoor event. My eyes were swollen and itchy, I was sneezing like mad, and my head eventually started to ache from it all. I was away from home, where I had Tylenol …

PlantExtrakt is from what I know a big multinational natural pharmaceutical company.They create hundreds of plant based health nutrients.I have a few products from them,and one of them is made in the purpose of helping tobacco/nicotine addiction.It is a small recipient with a liquid that is diluted in a …

I have always struggled with my weight, ever since I was young. Now that I am in my forties and diabetic, it is even more important that I get a handle on my weight and maintain a healthy lifestyle. I heard some glowing reviews of this vitamin on a …

I like to use this conditioner as my “summer” rinse out. I discovered it when I was visiting a friend and borrowed her shower after going in the pool. It is a very light, weightless rinse that detangles and conditions without making your hair flat. It is excellent for …

I would like to recommend Sensodyne toothpaste to people who are suffering from sharp pain otherwise called sensitivity in teeth. I am often stuck with a sharp pain in my teeth especially after eating sweets or drinking something cold. I have the habit of brushing my teeth twice a …

I have bout always pads a couple of different occasions. I like them because they have different pads to meet my needs. They have pads that are thin and don’t feel uncomfortable. They also have pads that are really long to really help prevent leaks. Sometimes it is hard …

Due to the cold climatic conditions, I was down with severe cold and cough. The cold thoroughly seemed to block my nose and throat making me feel highly uncomfortable. I immediately had to take my cough syrup but since I was feeling so uncomfortable even the time taken for …

My brother is a member of an organization that travels to various countries to stay with local families and learn about the culture. He sends me trinkets from around the world as he knows I love to try new products and experience new ideas from abroad.
When he …

This have been my tampon of choice for years. I have tried many other brands and I always turn back to Gentle Glide because the others just don’t compare! The applicators are very smooth and gentle, just as they advertise them to be. They are not bulky at all …

Horlicks Original drink mix has become a habit for me from childhood onwards. A glass of hot milk mixed with Horlicks drink mix before going to bed at night is more like a routine. As a child I liked the taste of this mix. When I grew up I …

I usually don’t ever use mouthwash because for some reason by the end of the day I’m too tired to do anything but sleep. And I’m not much of a morning person. But when I came home from my college dorm, I found this mouthwash in the bathroom. I …

This Pureology product was recommended by a friend. I was complaining about having thinning hair, and she claims that the product is what gives her all the amazing body she has in hers. I thought it was a bit expensive, but was willing to pay if it worked as well …

My son is a Medical Assistant at our Community Clinic. Last night, he was explaining to me that a new lethal drug has hit the United States, and is showing up, mainly, in Junior High Schools! I want to write about this, so that parents and guardians can be …

I don’t really like the strong mint flavored toothpastes on the market. They burn my mouth and cause me to spend less time brushing, which is not good for my health. I prefer to use the children’s brands of toothpaste which have gentle fruit flavors, or the natural product which …

The doctors told me I needed more calcium in my diet, but a lot of calcium supplements seem to upset my stomach and were hard to swallow because of them being to large in size. However, I recently found the Nutrition Now Calcium Adult Gummy Vitamins and have taken …

There is just too much promise in teeth whitening products. Some are not really effective but here I am still trying out some of those. I came across Crest 3D White Glamorous White Rinse in a local drugstore and I purchased it immediately. I saw this online thru Amazon …

Whenever I happened to sit for long hours without actually having a support for my neck, the very next day I would myself experiencing a severe neck pain. Though in the beginning the pain would be just mild, it would slowly become worse if I didn’t take proper care …

I went to my doctors one day with all kinds of symptoms. We took all kinds of test and everything came back fine except my vitamin D levels. They were extremely low, the lowest she had ever seen. You would think I would have gotten an award, but no. …

I have had trouble finding a good basic cleanser than does not strip and over dry my skin. Many cleansers that claim to be gentle just don’t cleanse well enough and leave behind what a cleanser should remove. The trouble I have is that I can’t find one that …

I have been to Tampines Polyclinic a few occasions now. The very last visit was for the newborn jaundice check. A good place to be with very good patient friendly service. As I was there with a newborn, all the staff helped me to keep my visit a …

This dietary supplement is said to help prevent nighttime cravings from surfacing in order to decrease nighttime eating and unwanted weight gain. I have found that this supplement actually works to suppress nighttime cravings. This is the only diet pill that I have found that actually works in the …

I used to be a blissfully unaware stay-home mom. I spent a good seven years at home raising my kids before they were teens and old enough to start staying home by themselves so that I could get back into the work force. Even when I worked prior to …

I recently spent over 5 weeks in the antepartum (before birth)department of Kaiser Permanente in Woodland Hills, CA due to extreme morning sickness. By the end of my stay I felt like I had gotten cared for by every nurse in the department and then some.
The staff there …

In my line of work, my throat is often abused and given that its one of my source of living, I am conscious as to how I should take care of it too. I got the idea of this thru a local celebrity. She is a top talk show …

I love to work with essential oils. I use them for massage preparations, aroma therapy, and general treatment of skin and health conditions as needed. I have long been a huge fan of tea tree oil and use it regularly in a great variety of things.
When I read …

I try to take good care of my oral health, especially after a long and drawn out battle with gum disease a few years ago, which I finally won, with the help of my dentist and a few prescriptions. I made myself a promise after that to always do everything …

During both the summer and winter, I have to add some sort of lip ointment to my daily regime, or else I will end up with chapped or cracked lips. It never was so bad before, and I could get away with just using lip gloss to moisten …

I had cut my finger pretty bad one time when I was trying to pry some frozen foods apart with a rather sharp knife. Not smart I know, but that is what I did. I decided that the best course of action was to bandage it up myself and …

Since I was a teenager I have been dealing with the problems of getting a yeast infection about once a year. I hate dealing with them, and the medications always leave more irritation. My mother told me that she used to use iodine and it works well to stop …

I received a couple of varieties of these bath fizzer balls in a gift basket. As bath bombs go, they are about average. I have used other brands that had a stronger scent, and seemed to condition the water more, and the effervescent effect was a bit stronger. …

I’ve had this sort of up and down issue with managing my cholesterol lately. For years, I’d never had a problem with it, but I think stress and bad dietary choices have created a problem where none previously existed. I didn’t even know I had a problem until I …

Now holidays just ended and I think one good thing to treat yourself before coming back to the daily routine of work and the hardship of everyday housework is to pamper yourself a little and give it a more refreshing and revitalizing energy. One best way is going to …

For those of you aiming to develop your own home gyms on a budget the Reebok Fusion Cross Trainer may be on your list of cardio equipment. Basically, the cross trainer looks like a scaled down version of those industrial-like cross trainers that you find in most high-tech …

During rainy season, dengue fever is really popular sickness. Any body can be a victim with this. So we should seek a something to protect our skin from this disease. And I found this OFF Insect Repellent Lotion that helps me to be away from mosquitoes . You may …

I had lasic surgery on my eyes a few years back. I didn’t just go to the nearest surgeon for it. I checked out all the lasic surgeons from my area to ‘drive to’ other areas, before I made my choice of doctors. We only have two eyes, and …

A few months ago, I decided to buy a bottle of Hydroxycut Hardcore. I’ve used diet pills before, and the opinion of the GNC clerk was that it was the diet pill out right now, and it has been selling very well with gret results. It wasn’t as cheap …

After making a few bad choices, I realised that buying feminine hygiene products such as sanitary napkins requires much consideration on my part. Therefore, I have to think about a lot more than the cost. I’ve got to think about the volume of my flow in relation to the pad’s …

Walking through a natural remedies store when I was on vacation put me in the mood to have a hippie moment and buy this rub. I came across an entire shelf of Zum products. Standing near them all, I could smell the incredible rich and natural spicy scents they are …