I take pride in my teeth, and like to keep them as clean as possible. Since I smoke, it is a little bit more difficult to keep my teeth clean than others. I don’t always do my toothbrush shopping myself, and my husband brought me a toothbrush that I …

I’ve been pretty negligent to my feet over the Fall and Winter seasons, mostly because I’ve been wearing mostly boots and my feet have been covered to avoid the harsh cold! But since the weather has warming up here in NY, I had to purchase something to get my …

Since starting my job last September, I’ve constantly been in and out of my doctors office with a variety of problems. Most notably, has been lower back pain and a pinched nerve. My doctor prescribed me Lodine which is an anti-inflammatory, anti-steroidal with which I can’t take any ibuprofen …

Do you know Kencur or Kentjur roots? As far as I know, we can use this kencur roots for herbal medicine. When my children have cough, I normally will make this herbal medicine mys self for the kids.
Actually it work well for my children. I think it’s also better …

How to make our bone more stronger? We can achieve a healthy bones with a regular exercise and with a good healthy lifestyle. Eating a right of diet, eliminate drinking coffee and consuming alcohol will be a great advantage to maintain the optimal function of our bones and body.
I …

When I was a baby, I was found to be allergic to cow’s milk. Apparently I broke out in huge sores all over my scalp and skin. I was given goatmilk instead and this solved the problem.
Later, I outgrew the allergy and have since been able to tolerate cow …

I’ve never tried a body butter before, and I was a little bit afraid too because I thought it would of clogged up my pores, and leave it irritated. I also thought that it would have the same consistency as the butter you eat, thick and oily! But after …

This brand of bath salts was created by a New York City based shiatsu practitioner, and because I use my nightly hot bath therapy as a way to combat painful fibromyalgia symptoms, the idea that they were crafted by someone who was an expert in this field was fascinating to …

Since I have turned forty, I’ve been trying out new creams and age-defying products. So far none of them have defied anything in any impressive manner, but a few have been helpful for the condition of my skin.
Being a diabetic, I am very familiar with the value of alpha lipoic …

After a lot of my family and friends started hinting on my hunched back and incorrect posture, I had started feeling a little depressed. Since I am a person with not very great height, I now felt a little awkward whenever I walked or stood along in a group …

This is the coolest little humidifier I’ve ever seen! I had to get it when I saw it because I knew it would be perfect for my son’s bedroom. He was only 6 at the time, and his big thing was dragons and he had them all over his …

One day while I was shopping, I decided to buy some cotton balls to fill up the decorative dispenser in my bathroom. I used to use cotton balls frequently for various cosmetic and medical reasons. I largely abandoned them for the flat cotton rounds that seemed to work much …

For most of my life, I’ve always had some degree of insomnia. After reading and researching on the internet and hearing anecdotes from various friends, I decided to go to a heath food / vitamin store and buy some melatonin. Melatonin is a naturally occurring hormone that helps regulate …

For most of us who are not bestowed with a beautiful glistening set of teeth, it’s commonplace to find consolation in using products that help us at least suppress our insecurities. Be it whitening/bleaching toothpastes and even faux whitening strips, I learned early that dousing too many products …

I am normally a huge fan of Secret products and I use them regularly and will continue to do so. Unfortunately, this one product has been the only one made by Secret I have ever been disappointed in. It is partly my own fault, because I did not read …

I love Whole Foods Market, and on one trip I decided to try out one of their own health and beauty products, the Organic Vetiver Cedar triple milled soap.
Although I use just about any kind of soap or cleanser on the market, there is something special about using …

The Ultra Dental Water Jet WP-100 is a countertop waterpik. I love using this dental hygiene product because not only does it do away with the need for flossing, but it’s better than flossing. Yep, it’s been clinically proven too at being a whopping 93% more effective at improving …

Regular Suave Shampoo is what I usually use to wash my hair with. I decided to give the Suave Professional 2 in 1 shampoo/conditioner a try. I purchased the shampoo at the grocery store for $3.00 for a 32 oz. bottle. That was an excellent price for such a …

ACT Restoring Mouthwash is an absolute must for people that want to avoid those dreadful cavities, and who doesn’t? This is a powerful fluoride rinse product that is the number one recommended brand by dentists. As I said, it’s powerful - it contains the highest amount of fluoride that’s …

Over the years, I have tried countless facial washes, oils, cleansers, and bars. I have tried department store brands such as Shu Uemura (cleansing oil), Chanel (rinse-off foaming cleanser), Lancome (milk cleanser), and Clinique (rinse-off cleanser) to drugstore brands like Neutrogena (facial cleansing bar and acne-free facial wash) …

When I used a brand of hair color that made my scalp itchy and dry, I went in search of a gentle product that could help stop the itching. I found several that contained salicylic acid, but knowing that this made my skin dry, in this particular case I …

I always felt that to be healthy it was important to remain clean. Using Hand sanitizers always remained a top priority to help my family stay healthy and fit because with clean hands- I was assured that that no kind of harmful bacteria or germs could enter the …

So, I decided the other day that I needed to be more active. That was all good and well until I stepped out the front door fully intending to go for a walk, and it was thirty degrees Fahrenheit with a wind chill of around seventeen degrees outside! Forget …

After having spending a day at my sister’s place watching my favorite movies on her newly acquired home theatre system- I was in for some great trouble. The fact that my eyes had been overstrained almost left them feeling puffy and burning in pain. But the worst part was …

I have been trying to find a natural, aluminum free deodorant that actually works. I have found a few that work better than others, but nothing that even comes close to the aluminum containing mainstream products—“ you know, the ones that actually keep you from stinking.
I am aware …

I occasionally need to use a clarifying shampoo to combat the build up from various styling products I use to help balance out the look of my complicated combination hair. I have used many kinds, but have found that although some have impressive ingredients lists and cost a lot of …

I have used a few products from Shea Terra, and generally really liked them. After trying their lemon grass black soap, I was hooked on the idea of using a liquid black soap for my face. (It is much less messy than solid bars!) After I used up the lemon …

When I was out shopping one day, I got a rather unexpected case of gas pains in my upper and lower intestines that was quite miserable. I knew it was gas by the way the pain moved around, and I did not have anything with me at the time to …

I’m not a fan of liniments. Liniments are messy to work with, they sting, and could smell unpleasant. Alternatively, I like Salonpas patches. But the patches are expensive to use very often. What could change my attitude towards liniments? I veered to this special …

I had a very poor experience with the vet who diagnosed my cat with diabetes. He ordered me to bring my cat in weekly, during the day, even though it was a half hour trip both ways to and from this facility from work in order for him to …

Although this product seems to be hard to find now, I really enjoy it. Whenever I have a cold, I like to take a hot bath with a mentholated bubble bath or salt that helps to soothe my sinuses and chest. Sometimes I don’t have time for a bath though, …

I have been using Fluorodine Performance Toothpaste for a couple of weeks now, which claims to contain —˜a special advanced oxygenated whitening system to bring a cleaner, fresh, whiter look to your teeth’. It is also supposed to promote healthy teeth and gums and is enriched with calcium. …

My hubby had 2 points over his BMI value.So he want to reduce his weight.He dont have that much time to do exercise and his job involves sitting before computer for a long time.So he decided to go and try this Slim fast.They have wide varieties of …

I’ve probably used Vaseline products all my life, or at least since I was a little kid watching my mother slather on the petroleum jelly onto her elbows to keep them supple and prevent cracks. She also used it on my lips and put some on my nose when it …

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 …

Although it was created more than 80 years ago, Pilates has recently gathered a huge following due to its body sculpting effects. Pilates when combined with Yoga provides a beautiful balance of strength, concentration and coordination. As I have always been curious to try out the two …

A few days after purchasing the DermaNew Total Body Experience Microdermabrasion System, I went back to pick up the DermaNew Facial Rejuvenation system as well.
Whereas the first Microdermabrasion kit featured tools for the body and feet, the second featured facial tools and products. Since …

When I made a recent trip to the Bath and Body Works semi annual clearance sale, my favorite sale of the year—“ I came home with a bag full of goodies. I came across this particular goody at the bottom of the bag. It had fallen to the …

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 …

Taking Caltrate 600+D Calcium Supplements is part of my daily routine. In fact, I take it twice a day, on the advice of my doctor. Calcium and Vitamin D play a vital role in the management and prevention of disease. Caltrate 600+D contains both 600mg of …

For the last year I’ve been buying only AZ toothpastes. I’ve tried a lot of them and Imust say that I am equally satisfied with all of them because never one had disappointed me. I really care about my teeth and about 2 years ago I noticed that all …

My cousin is a makeup artist and photographer. When I was talking to her one day, she mentioned a product that models used to make their eyes appear more vibrant and the whites of their eyes whiter. I was intrigued by this as I have some slight yellowish …

Wearing a pair of contact lenses is usually irritating but I have nothing to choose but still have to wear them or else, I will not be able to see things clearly. Clear contact lens doesn’t look nice and very difficult to find when it comes …

Ever since the first time I used a sock made with moisturizing gel inside, I was hooked. This is the most effective way to get some serious moisture into your foot’s skin. When I saw this kit was only about twelve dollars on Amazon, I knew I had found a …

I had felt quite excited about having to attend my cousins wedding last month. But the fact that I was through overjoyed about the wedding, I also knew for the fact that I might have to face problems regarding my back. Since attending the wedding could require me travel …

These days, with so many diseases being transmitted from person to person, and so much publicity regarding viruses such as the —˜swine flu’ and food poisoning cases that can cause fatalities, it seems prudent to take precautions. Health experts say that the single best way to avoid catching viruses …

When I discovered that I was grinding my teeth in the middle of the night, I knew that I had to do something to stop it. I wasn’t sure what, but I asked the next time that I went to the dentist. The dentist told me that I had …

I purchased this supplement from a local health food store for about $9 about two months ago. Since I was a teenager, I have suffered from a hormonal imbalance that causes my menstrual cycles to be irregular or none existent. In the past I was prescribed birth …

I am a female with thinning hair. It has been thinning remarkably since I turned forty, mostly on the top and crown area. I have tried all kinds of shampoos, systems, vitamins, and rinses. Other than to plump it up with styling products and add some volume with a volumizing …

I found this little bottle of vitamin E oil at Safeway along with other skin care products. I actually bought this as massage oil. I’m not a massage therapist or anything, but I do feel that oil really helps me give a better massage. It reduces friction of skin …