One of the things I’ve suffered from, due to menopause, is an inability to sleep and, once I do manage to sleep, stay asleep. Once I wake up, being able to return to sleep can be very difficult.
When it comes to something like helping with sleep issues, I …

I was trying to get an alternative to my Olay moisturizer with SPF15. I was thinking if this works just as good then why not save a couple of bucks to buy something else I need. I like how this moisturizer has a built in pump so I could …

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 have a Manuka birth ball. Indeed I would say that I’m fortunate to have it because it has been truly invaluable during my pregnancy. The Manuka birth ball has been particular useful during the latter stages of pregnancy. A little bit of back strain and …

Condoms are well known these days and are very helpful in lot many ways. My first child is just nine months old and I am also a workingwoman, so I don’t want to conceive so early. But I am also afraid of the side effects of contraceptive pills and …

A really nice natural body lotion I recently tried was Aveeno Active Naturals Skin Relief Moisturizing Lotion with Soothing Oat Essence. It was free from fragrance which was nice because fragrances usually bother my sensitive skin, and it seems to help moisturizing my irritated dry skin pretty well. However, …

Bath & Body Works has a lot of really nice scented products, and some I love more than others. I still like to try the scents I haven’t tried previously, or any new scents they come out with, and it’s also a good place to go to for …

I fall for just about anything when it comes to my teeth. If you tell me that I can get whiter teeth, than more than likely I’m going to buy it and see what it’s all about. The Listerine commercial had been playing on my television for ever. I …

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 …

For something as disposable as toothbrush, I didn’t really get the purpose of sterilizing it regularly. At the time I needed a good cover for my toothbrush, before packing my luggage, that’s when I fully acknowledged the use of steripods. The steripods were handed out to us …

My partner and I give each other massages often. I suffer from fibromyalgia, and these massages are very beneficial for me and help with my muscle symptoms like pain and spasms. I use a variety of massage products like oils and lotions. Some are medicinal, and some are just enjoyable. …

When ever I watch NBC’s The Biggest Loser at night, I am always psyched to try my Biggest Winner workout with Jillian Michaels the next day. This morning was no exception, as I climbed out of bed and broke open my new Maximize Complete- Full Frontal workout …

This is a big name for something as simple as a sunscreen, but I guess that’s supposed to mean that it works better. Big names and big claims and all that. The La Roche-Posay Anthelios 60 Ultra Light Sunscreen Fluid Extreme could probably be cut down to just La …

I have three bathrooms and three children, and I have to keep toothpaste amongst other things in constant supply. For my bathroom I have my own brand of toothpaste, but for the guest bathroom and the half bathroom, I buy Ultra brite Anti Cavity Toothpaste.
I am able to …

I’ve been a fan of the Crest Spinbrush since they came on the market. I love having a semi-disposable sort of powered brush. I get the cleaning of an electric, but it is more portable, and when it gets old or malfunctions, or even gets too dirty– I just …

I have been using Cetaphil Antibacterial Gentle Bar Soap for the past five years. It was my dermatologist who recommended using this bar soap because I was suffering from a mild case of Eczema and moderate acne.
Within two weeks of using Cetaphil I noticed that there was a huge …

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 …

Since we decided to give up hormonal pills due to unbearable side effects, condoms manifested as our most opportune of all optional birth controls. However, in search of adequate preservative all went utterly wrong and for the sake of various bad experiences like broken condoms and yeast infections our …

After attending my best friends wedding and thoroughly enjoying it to the core, I started feeling an acute pain in my legs. I guess this was because of the long hours of standing at the wedding functions, which at time didn’t seem to hurt. But now my feet especially …

I am familiar with Desert Essence products from using their essential tea tree oil and related products. I regularly use a cream on my feet at night to keep them moisturized, as I am diabetic and dry, cracked feet can be a serious problem as it can lead to …

I have used a few Ahava products and felt they were good quality, so when I decided to try this mud soap for my summer oily skin, I did not pay much attention to the ingredients list. I knew it had mud and salt, which was what I was hoping …

I’ve tried so many different lip balms and moisturizers over the years, and most of them, I liked quite well. But, some, I liked more than others. I have used Burt’s Bees products for a while now and really like them, but then I came across a …

I have palpitations and am on blood pressure medication, so I like to keep an eye on my blood pressure and always have a cuff around in case I need it.
When I was going to vacation in the UL for over a month, I decided that my full size arm …

When I tried the Slimfast liquid chocolate drink, I thought it had a pretty good taste. I wanted something that I could easily take with me without having to pull out a can though. It would just make it easier to carry some powder around with me than cans …

I babysit for my neighbor sometimes when she has to leave for business related trips. She has a small son, and the last time he was over, he had just gotten over chickenpox. She sent over some of the California Baby Super Sensitive shampoo and body wash for him to …

When I became concerned about the aluminum and unnatural chemicals in mainstream deodorant products, I decided to try some natural alternatives. I tried quite a few. In general, I have found Nature’s Gate to be a good brand in the natural alternatives world, but this product was an exception. …

This little tube saved me so much misery! I went on a walking trail with some friends in the summer, and although I don’t remember touching any plants of any kind, somehow I, along with two others, got poison ivy. I had never had it before and had …

I am always on the lookout for new beauty products, and original always catches my eye. I like to try things I have not tried before. This product was interesting to me because it is supposedly made from a substance used by the Aboriginal tribes. Aboriginal products—“ definitely …

I choose to buy Kroger tooth brush only because it was the cheapest one in the rack when I was looking for a tooth brush on the racks of Ralphs. Priced at one dollar, the deal was unbeatable. Also the tooth brush was going very fast because the rack …

If you have kids, chances are when you buy bandaids, they are themed with pictures on them such as Scooby Doo or Barbie instead of the plain bandaids we use as adults. The only thing bad about bandaids is that they don’t stay on after they have gotten …

I have combination skin that tends to be very dry in the winter. Since I also take a hot bath every night to treat my fibromyalgia symptoms, I am exposed to hot water often enough that it can dry out the skin even further. I usually try to use some …

When I developed a serious hemorrhoid flare up, I looked everywhere for my ring cushion, which was made of foam, and could not find it. It may have accidentally gotten packed with the Christmas things (long story.) I was sore and tired and it was too late at night …

As someone who has been fortunate enough to be slim for most of my life, due to daily fitness and (mostly) healthy eating, I have become downright cynical of the diet industry, and I believe very strongly that most diet programs, while rarely working, take advantage of peoples’ desire …

The Nivea Deodorant Extra Whitening is the most amazing deodorant stick I have ever used. I bought my first stick bottle last year and until now I am using the same bottle. That is totally amazing. I love this product for being so economical and friendly to my budget. …

It first began as a joke because I had always been hesitant about using weight loss products but I finally gave in and bought a box of Curvy Slimming Orange Juice. Curvy is one of the most popular slimming products in the Philippines and has developed quite a following …

I have fibromyalgia and often rely on massage therapy to ease the pain and muscle spasm I suffer due to the illness. I also rely on my partner’s willingness to help me out—“ and I know that I always can, so I try to do nice things to reciprocate. I …

I have a few massagers, and since I have fibromyalgia they can really come in handy. The reason I bought this one was because of my thinning hair. I had read in many places that massaging the scalp was good for regrowing hair, so I wanted to see if it …

Rainy season is coming. But what I hate about this season is they are causing sickness to everyone like runny nose, headache, and a lot more. The most depressing sickness for me is clogged nose and sinusitis because it is quite annoying and frustrating like you cannot breathe well …

I’ve worn contacts for as long as I could afford to buy them myself. My prescription isn’t horrible, but it definitely requires me to wear contacts on a daily basis, though I sometimes leave them out if I’m going to be home and wont be doing any driving and …

I am a fan of alternatives to talc based powders. I used to use talc, but then we all learned about how unhealthy it is, especially to women. When a friend of mine, who has a small baby, asked me if I wanted this product, I thought it sounded …

I almost feel guilty for waiting so long to try this product. I use mineral bath very frequently in my nightly hot bath. I use bath therapy to help treat the muscle pain, trigger points and cramps that are from fibromyalgia, which I have had since I was a teen. …

I have tried both the U panty liners and the tampons, and have been very impressed—“ the coverage and performance is superb. I was expecting exactly the same from this pad.
The U heavy flow pads have very good absorbency. I’ve used them both on heavy and …

I have been experiencing severe headaches right from my teen years and always dreaded taking pain killers to help me get some relief. Due to this fact, I always tried using natural aids help me get rid of the pain. One of my favorite among them has always been …

*There is only one Wal-Mart in Stockton, California.
After having been a loyal LenseCrafters customer for many years in the past, due to economic changes I found that I needed to do some price comparing. I decided on Wal-Mart.
Wal-Mart’s vision center is located directly inside the Wal-Mart store itself. …

When I used to work for a drug store set-up and remodel crew, we were given N95 masks made by 3M whenever we were exposed to the drywall being put up, construction crews kicking up dust, or using chemicals, or any time the air quality was less than ideal. …

I recently joined the Autism Society of America’s Lehigh Valley’s chapter. It cost me twenty dollars to join and I must say this is money very well spent!
They send out a monthly newsletter that is just packed with valuable information that is extremely helpful for anyone that is …

When I was traveling with my ex partner on a business trip, I was in charge of catering a large function. With all the things I had to do in a very short period of time, by the time all the preparation work was done, I had hardly slept …

Having a D&C procedure done at Asian Hospital
Despite St. Luke’s 50% discount on services, I went to Asian Hospital because that’s where my obstetrician is currently holding office. I was bleeding profusely so my doctor immediately scheduled me for a post fractional curetage (D&C). The day before my procedure, …

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 …

After experiencing highland lavender in another product, I wanted to buy some of the exquisite essential oil for my own collection. I looked for a company that produced it, and found that Oshadhi sold one that came straight from France, where the highest quality highland lavender in the world grows. …