Although anti inflammatory drugs never helped me much with the nerve pain and fibromyalgia I suffer chronically, they do come in handy for menstrual cramps and stress headaches.
I try to always keep Motrin or Advil on hand for these times. Since name brands are expensive I have …

After trying the Pedifix brand of tea tree foot soap and using it as a foot bath, I discovered they actually made a product specifically meant to be a foot bath. I really like this line of products, so I bought the packets of foot bath to try, and to …

Last October, I went on a weekend-long trip to Vegas to visit a friend of mine while she got married. It was a nice trip, but I have to say I wasn’t at all prepared for the flight home, which was a red-eye 11pm flight, until 5am. It would …

I am a big fan of Lacalut tooth paste. This company produces a really great product. Their tooth paste is very strong. It cleans the teeth very well. But I was slightly less impressed by this basic variety of the tooth paste.
To me this Basic tooth paste is a …

I have spent a lot of my time feeling sluggish and not very energetic. I hate when I feel this way and know that the right combination of vitamins can make me feel much better. I wanted something that would give me a boost of energy, while improving my …

I am total beauty freak and find it quite fascinating experiment with various skin care products that are available in the market that would actually help me take care of my skin or hair in a rather simple and interesting manner.
So during one of those casual shopping sprees …

I live in central/southeast Texas and mosquitoes thrive here, so while summertime means barbeques and fun by the pool it also means lots and lots of bug bites. So skin repellent is a must especially in late afternoon and night. I ventured to the grocery store before my boyfriend’s …

When I had an outdoor hot tub for a few months when I lived in Texas, I was thrilled to find out that I could add fragrances to it. You cannot add the products you would put in your bath water because they can clog the filter, and completely unbalance …

Because I have a combination skin I don’t like to use products that are applied all over the face. I much prefer something that is designated for use on oily areas of the skin, because otherwise it will dry out parts of my face too much and the uneven …

Of late I had been witnessing a drop in my energy levels. In spite of taking several vitamin supplements and nutritional products- I always felt lethargic and tired. Due to this physical tiredness, I would get irritated at petty matters and this sometimes caused great mental tension.
After witnessing my …

The Ionic Pro Compact Ionic Air Purifier is a product for presenting refreshing, sublimated air to medium rooms, houses, or workplaces. It polishes off junk, pollen, and aromas in rooms up to 250 square ft. User friendliness makes this arrangement comfortable to employ. The package also contains car Ionizer …

The pain in my knees had always been a on and off affair. Bending them for a long time especially when I was kneeling or sitting on the floor with my knees bended- was enough to give rise to a severe knee pain. The pain would sometimes be so …

When I had a serious burn injury on my wrist, the hospital instructed me to wrap it carefully with the stretchy bandage they sent home with me. Although it worked pretty well, it was painful and annoying to have to re-wrap the wrist to inspect it daily. Soon …

To help treat fibromyalgia, I regularly have my partner perform muscle massages on me, and I reciprocate—“ because everyone can benefit from a massage. I have tried quite a few different kinds of massage oils, lotions, rubs, and other products. While there are many good ones out there, I really …

What if you could lose weight, firm up, improve your mood, gain energy and even strengthen your bones without even breaking a sweat? Well, that’s what the 90 Second Fitness Solution proposes and I have to say the prospect of only working 15 minutes a week is …

Vitamin D and Calcium are two of my least-consumed nutrients because my diet is so restrictive that I cannot have the majority of the calcium and V-D rich foods, and since I am photosensitive and cannot tolerate the sun for very long, I do not get much vitamin D …

I have been looking for a light and natural conditioner I can use just for rinsing out my hair on days when I don’t want to shampoo it. I don’t want any artificial ingredients, I just want it to add some body and refresh the hair. When I was checking …

There are some people who like mainstream high-end body wash products, and some who prefer all natural ones with nature inspired benefits. This product is one that I consider a nice compromise between the two. It has the benefit of a detergent to make an impressive lather (they use …

I’ve tried a lot of masks. Some are great for removing impurities and refining pores, others are soothing, and some offer multiple benefits. I tried this one specifically because it claims to be good for combination and oily skin. My skin, especially in the summer, falls into the combination …

I take a nightly hot bath to treat fibromyalgia symptoms. It has been essential in keeping me active and healthy. I love to use bath salts, because they have some amazing health effects and help to treat my condition. The minerals added to the water, such as magnesium, calcium, and …

Jason Natural is one of the main natural companies I buy from whether shampoo moisturizer, etc. I recently tried Jason Natural Natural E.F.A. Hand & Body Lotion. I got it at iherb.com, for a price I don’t remember, but I do remember it being a bit cheaper …

Over the past couple years, I’ve started to take a different approach to sickness and pain and things like that. For too long I’d invested in over-the-counter pain relievers and cold medicines and they don’t even treat the problem, just the symptoms, and half the time, they don’t work …

I like to make sure my breath is fresh and that my mouth feels clean and refreshed. I also want to get help with fighting plaque buildup and the potential for gingivitis. Listerine is always a brand name I have trusted, so I picked up a bottle …

I’m definitely a fan of Marine Blue Australia Sunscreen. I find it superior to other brands (e.g., Coppertone, Hawaiian Tropics) in a number of ways.
I bought this product off the shelf in our Duty Free shop here in the Philippines. With its claims of SPF30, 4 hours …

A few weeks back, with a severe attack of cold, I was just bedridden. Not only did I suffer from minor aches and pains all over my body, but my throat pain and nasal congestion left me feeling totally uncomfortable. After prescribing some medicines, my physician suggested using Theraflu …

I’ve been on and off bodybuilder for the past 12 years. And I’ve been into different gyms within and outside of my native country, the Philippines. But I may say that California Fitness Singapore (Novena) ranks high above the list of those gyms that I’ve been a …

The main cause of the cellulite is obesity. But the most dreadful fact is that it is found on the 95% of women today. I am overweight and I have the symptoms of this troublesome disease or appearance. I don’t care of the name but I want, if not …

I remember using Tiger Balm Pain Relieving Ointment back in my college days. The boarding house that I was staying before was close to a Chinese-owned Pharmacy. Instead of using my usual brand of ointment, I tried using Tiger Balm Pain Relieving Ointment. It comes in a pot-shaped plastic …

I have used Dove since I was a young lady, along with some other favorite brands. I asked my daughter to bring home some Dove soap for me and she brought this new Cool Moisture cucumber and Green tea scent, because the store was out of the regular kind.
I was …

When I was younger, I was told by my doctor that I could have a mild case of lupus, and that I should be very careful to use sun protection at all times to protect my health. Many people with lupus are very sensitive to the sun and it can …

I know my bones are weak, this is because even a single standing from sitting hurts my back. I was not discipline and never been because I used to carry heavy things in improper position and even when sitting I slouch. I always forgot to take care of my …

I have been a member of Lifetime Fitness for many years and I love it! I go to the Lifetime Fitness in Castleton, IN. It is on the Northeast side of Indianapolis, across the street from the Castleton mall. There are so many things to do …

I have had a problem with grinding my teeth at night for several years. I got a mouth guard from my dentist 5 years ago, the kind that is molded and fitted professionally, and costs over $300, even with medical and dental coverage. I have been making this appliance …

I enjoy taking a nightly bath to help treat the pain and cramps of fibromyalgia, and very often I use bath salts, because of the high mineral content. This helps to draw out toxins from the body, and also to add magnesium to the water which may benefit the muscles …

I take a nightly hot bath soak as part of my treatment for fibromyalgia. It helps to calm my nerves and muscles, and relieves night time cramps in my feet and legs. I have found this ritual to be a more effective treatment than anything the doctors have ever given …

I tried the Clear Passage nasal strips because they were cheaper than my normal brand. I don’t usually have to use strips at night but I am pregnant and I tend to snore and have a lot of problems breathing at night when I am pregnant.
The strip did open …

Last September, my husband and I had a lot of changes we were going through. We had just finished closing on our new condominium, and were getting ready to move, and I had, after a long eight year sabbatical, had finally started working again because my kids were now …

My grandmother swore by 666 cold liquid. She had taken it for years, whenever she got sick, and said it was a miracle drug. Once when I was ill with a bad cold but desperately needed to not lose any days at work, she told me to buy …

A lot of people don’t understand the concept behind Flaxseed Oil and it’s benefits but I do. I have been taking this stuff for a long time. It all started with my mother who always made us take it when we were younger. I never understood then, all I …

This is one of those products that one tries and immediately regrets it.
I have had a problem with GERD for several years, and was in the process of switching from one proton pump inhibitor to another that was less expensive, and I thought since I was making a change anyway, …

A while ago after suffering with heartburn that could not be helped with regular antacids I went to see my Doctor and was diagnosed with Acid Reflux Disease or ARD. I had been under a lot of stress for a while and thought my persistent heartburn and stomach …

I have always wanted to learn Belly Dancing and was quite happy to learn that my Direct TV provider not only offered the Fit TV channel, but that a Belly Dance workout was part of their daily lineup. It only took one Shimmy workout and I was …

Dr. Andrew Weil for Origins Plantidote Mega-Mushroom Eye Serum
My dad frequently uses Dr. Andrew Weil for Origins Plantidote Mega-Mushroom Eye Serum, and he recommended me to use it as well.
This acts as an eye serum, and it is basically functions to optimize skin’s defenses. It costs a reasonable …

I have used a few of the St. Ives products, and I have been very pleased with them. I like to use a good exfoliating scrub, especially in the summer. Although I have used several of their masks, this was the first of their scrubs I ever tried. This is …

The first time I saw Sunsilk Anti-Dandruff Shampoo on a television advertisement, I found it really promising. I thought this could be the best solution for my long-time problem of itchy and flaky scalp. I had this problem back when I was still a teenager. There are certain factors …

I love Burberry Classic for women, and when I saw this deodorant spray in the same scent I was willing to pay anything to get some. I love when my perfume and other products match. Usually, I have an unscented Secret deodorant stick that I wear when I wear a …

Usually every week, at least one day after work, I’ll come home, strip off my shoes and find that I have some sort of blister of some kind or another somewhere on my feet. If it’s not a true blister, then my skin will be raw and red and …

After having hurt the toe of my right foot, it made it rather difficult for me to move around in my with my house slippers. As a result, my feet now remained quite dirty and unclean, thereby making them look quite unattractive. This is when I realized that …

Antioxidants play a major role in maintaining good health and general well being. Although the best way to get our antioxidants and essential vitamins is though food, sometimes it is difficult to make sure to constantly pay attention to what I am eating.
Couple of months back I was …

I would definitely describe myself as someone who loves to get a good bargain. One of my favorite things to do is browse through the Sunday newspapers and cut coupons. Last Sunday, while doing in this I found a coupon for this product. Although it had …