A few months ago, my parents bought membership shares for our family from Timberland Sports and Nature Club —“ basically, a sports club that’s a short drive away from where we live. When the two of them first told us the news, they sounded so proud and happy about …

I have heard the rumors that this bath oil works as a mosquito repellant. Since I had an Avon order for some other items, and it was on sale, I thought I would order some and see if the rumors are true. When I got my oil delivered, I …

When I was looking around for natural and environmentally friendly products in a Whole Foods market, I came across a fun little lip balm by a company called “One.” They call it “Lip Tune Up” and it comes in adorable, natural recyclable packaging. For the small tin, I …

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 …

My husband and I both remember growing up having used Vicks products. And even as an adult, he always swore by their benefits, but I didn’t always like it simply because of the greasiness. It never failed to get on my clothes and sheets and usually stained it all …

Being a Native American, at least in part, I like using the Native Remedies products. I have tried several for various conditions that I have. Sometimes they seem to work really well and other times not, but I have enough faith in them to keep trying.
I have …

These days it seems like every brand of toothbrush is coming out with their own electric toothbrush to compete with the bigger brands that sell theirs anywhere from $15 to even $100. I’m not sure who in their right mind would spend $100 on a toothbrush, unless it’s made …

One of the biggest challenges in being diabetic is keeping track of your blood sugar levels. I was given the Contour glucometer to try out by my doctor. In order to test my blood sugar levels with the new meter, I have to have specific test strips that are …

When I was looking for a wipe that I could take with me in my purse for when I changed feminine hygiene products on my menstrual period, I came across these at a Walgreen’s store. I liked the idea that they were natural and organic and did not have …

I have owned a Dermal-Tone Facial Exercise Machine for a number of years. This machine stimulates muscles in the face using electrodes positioned on the unit. I have not always been faithful about using it, but I can honestly say that when I do use it faithfully …

As a newly pregnant woman and someone who was very anxious to get pregnant, I started using the Clear Blue Easy Digital Ovulation test strips my second month trying to conceive. They are very effective and right on target.
I’ve used the non digital strips which still …

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 …

My mother is a huge fan of Montel Williams, and we’ve used several of his products between us. When she heard about this drink mix, she thought I might be interested. In reading about the contents, I was impressed. There was some emphasis on the fact that its …

I used to frequent an IBS message board to look for suggestions and find out how other people were managing their symptoms. I heard some pretty outrageous ideas at times, and also some really good ones. One that caught my attention was from a woman posting about a native …

After dinner and the dishes are done on Friday nights, I like to reserve a little me time to try out new home spa and pampering treatments. Since, I’ve started to carve a few hours out of my hectic week to relax and beautify, I noticed a …

It was my first visit to the clinic last week. My son was so sick that I had to consult a specialist pediatrician in the area and this clinic was one close to my house.
Registration was quick and easy. All you need to know is the birth certificate …

When it comes to soap I choose those whitening and with some vitamins that will enhance my skin, because the most important ingredients is it will moisturize and enhance the texture of my skin.
I found this Body Treats Lightening in Watsons here in the Philippines. It is made by …

I absolutely love the support system and information I have found at the Nutrisystem website. I have been using it for a little over a month now and I love the fact that they have you “weigh-in” when you visit and it automatically shows you your progess (or lack …

One summer I was having a horrible problem with body acne. It had been kicked off by using a particularly greasy sun product, and I couldn’t seem to get it cleared up afterward. Although I take a nightly bath and often use mineral salts or bubble baths, nothing seemed to …

I decided to try this product because it was on sale and I got a really good deal, otherwise I typically would not buy something like this because we are on a really tight budget. I love this product on my daughter’s hair because she has such long and …

Okay, granted, the Wild Alaskan Sockeye Salmon that I’m talking about is from the new vitality website, and is actually a canned food, but is listed on this homeopathic place because of its health benefits, and that’s exactly what I spent the ungodly amount of $29.95 for six cans …

When I first learned about the health benefits of VCO, I bought one for my mother who was experiencing some health problems at that time. I read a lot about its promising health benefits being testified by other people who experienced dramatic improvement in their health conditions. …

Of the nasal sprays that I’ve tried in the past, and I’ve tried quite a few of them, the Walgreens Saline Nasal Spray is probably one of the cheapest at only $3 a bottle. I have pretty severe allergies and, for the most part, they last pretty much the …

I shopped a bit after dropping by the Watsons store for some essential toiletries. It’s rather daunting to roam around public places these days because the chances of contracting sore eyes are quite high. To be out and about without a sanitizer makes me feel vulnerable. …

I bought YogaBean Yoga Mat late last year for $30 online. It happened to be a great yoga mat, and I like it. Here is my review.
It had the measurements of 35×60, which was not too large but not too small for a person which stands 5′8. It did …

A liquid supplement I take on a daily bases to help keep my immune system strong and me free from illnesses is the Dr. Dunner Sambu Guard Syrup. The syrup comes in a six fluid ounce glass bottle, which I like because I don’t have to worry about the …

Dear readers,
I’m going to write about something very important for all of us and very easy to learn only if we are honest, sincere and responsible people. Remember if health is lost everything is lost, and living becomes meaningless so, it’s always advisable to take care of oneself, as …

This review is for a pain relief product made in the USA. I have fibromyalgia and have become a bit of an expert as well as a self-appointed guinea pig for all pain relief products that have big claims. I like the idea of natural products, and sometimes they …

I like to use natural products, and especially when they are unusual. This shower gel by Ecco Bella is made with a base of organic ginger tea. I had never heard of a tea-based wash before, and it sounded really interesting. It does not use the harsh detergents like sodium …

I would like to start off by saying that I am not 100% positive which drug that Mircette is the replacement for. I have tried looking it up, and seen that a few brand names were given in reference to it but not one specifically. However, I …

After trying out a number of Bellydance inspired fitness workouts, I decided to take it to the next level and find a workout that would actually combine the dance movements that I had learned in the previous workouts; and put them together for a more choreographed routine …

I got a complete pampering kit of Ooh La Spa from my brother. It includes a 250 ml tube of body wash, a 200 ml body butter, and a 180 ml cologne. Every time my brother and sister-in-law would vacation here, I always notice their distinct smell, …

I have known Efficascent Oil as the famous liniment for so long. I first saw this product from my grandmother who passed away thirteen years ago. She used to be an avid user of Efficascent Oil. This liniment is already tested for years and trusted mostly by generations.
Frankly, …

Moov pain relief cream really is a very high standard pain relieving cream which works wonders and give instant relieve from the pain.The cream soothes and generates plenty of heat when massaged slowly thus easing away the pain.The cream can be used for all kind of …

It was my husband who introduced me to the awesome Berocca–a super potent Vitamin B & C combination in tablet form that, when dropped in water, turns the liquid into an effervescent energy drink. I say potent because it really works wonders for me. I take Berocca whenever I …

I ordered and tried their free trial (paid for shipping fee only). I can tell you it does not work. From my own experience, I know many of diet products/programs do work if we follow their instructions. But this one is more than fraud. It does nothing for you.
When I …

Since moving from my parents’ house, I really haven’t been sure what kind of toothpaste to purchase, since it was always purchased for me. I didn’t want to go with the same kind my parents did, so, either my fiance or I ended up picking out Colgate Total …

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 …

In recent months, I have been getting more and more interested in making my own shampoo and soap mixes. In making these things, there are more than a few bases to choose from, and choosing the right base for your soap or shampoo is probably the most important part. …

I thought brushing teeth and using oral mouthwash would be enough to have a healthy teeth and gums. I started using Dental floss when my Dentist told me, it would be healthier to used it everyday. I though using this dental floss before would be harmful to my gums …

I love to take a hot bath at night before bed. It helps me feel calm and sleep better, soothing the muscle aches that come with fibromyalgia as well as everyday stress. I’ve used lots of different brands of bath fizzies and bombs. When I lived close to the …

As we head into the winter months, at least in the Northern Hemisphere, shortening daylight hours can contribute to something called SAD — Seasonal Affective Disorder. Declining amounts of natural light are thought to contribute to mild forms of depression in winter months.
I was fortunate enough to come …

I take various herbs and supplements in an attempt to keep myself from using traditional medicines. One herb I had heard good things about was fo-ti, as it is said to increase blood flow to the brain. The bottle I purchased lasted just over a month, and while I …

My daughters, age 8 and 11 years old respectively, are picky eaters. It is a daily challenge for me to ensure that they eat a balanced meal, have enough energy to manage school and other daily activities. Just like other children, they are active and gets hungry often.
To …

As it is summer, I always try to motivate myself to get a little fitter and to eat a little less. Both of these are extremely hard to do during the summer. There are so many good things to eat while I am at home and the weather just …

If you are living in the tropics one of the worst problems you will have is dandruff. I really has this worst scalp. I tend to develop dandruff spontaneously and with a different use of shampoo, it will surely cause it to worsen. The only compatible Shampoo I have …

My neighbor has a young son who I often babysit. When she bought some CVS bubble gum flavored fluoride rinse for him, he refused to use it, so she gave it to me. It might seem like a strange thing to do- but she knows of my dental hygiene idiosyncrasies. …

If you have ever been unlucky enough to suffer from a hand injury then you know that it is very difficult to make progress with the way that your bones heel and this transition from having a broken or damaged hand into being able to help something is one …

This body lotion contains aloe and cucumber extracts which gets deep into the skin and moisturizes it. I adore this body lotion, not only for the ingredients but for the results. I have extremely dry skin from the cause of being lotionless for years. I needed something to replenish …

I have listed the product name as it appears on the bottle—“ however, I want to let everyone know that this product also contains 190 mg of calcium as calcium carbonate. I take chromium for diabetes management, and when I first bought this product, I did not realize it had …