I have a problem with combination skin. In the winter it is dry, in the summer I have adult acne flare ups. So, my skin care regimen has to change often, depending on the season and my skin’s irritable disposition. Fibromyalgia probably contributes to this, although I can’t prove it.
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I really don’t like bug bites. Not that I know anyone who does. Bug bites seem to happen a lot especially around mosquito time. I normally wear bug repellent when I know I am going to be outside in the evenings. However, sometimes I do …

I have sciatica, that I’ve had for about a year now. Just recently, however, within the last three months, it’s begun getting progressively worse. My doctor recommended physical therapy, but I just can’t afford that because I don’t have very good insurance, and sixteen consequetive visits would drain me …

I like mouthwash because it keeps my mouth fresh and feeling clean. I have tried several different mouthwashes over the years, I usually choose whatever I find on sale. I like to use mouthwash as part of my regular routine, and if I ever find one that’s …

It was that time of the year where the seasons just change drastically and all the cells in my body are in panic mode. Not only did my skin suffer but my mouth as well. At first, I thought that I had many mouth sores. Upon closer look, I …

The Equate Triple Antibiotic Plus is a pain relief ointment. And since we have a kid (my seven-year-old sister) who’s always hyper and rambunctious in our house, we would often use this product as first aid whenever she gets cuts or scrapes on her knees or on her elbows. …

NatellePlus with DNA and Choline is made by Martek. It comes with one tablet and one Capsule to take daily while you are pregnant, postnatal, and lactating and non-lactating mothers. The pill is pink and is about a little more than a half inch long. It is a …

I was introduced to Ultimate Omega by my officemates that is why I get interested to get a fish oil supplement for my diet. Unfortunately I do not have a budget for Ultimate Omega one time that I have to look for alternative just to having fish oil …

I have been a long-time supporter of Icy Hot products. I have constant lower back pain and an over-extended shoulder, and sometimes this pain is so severe that I can’t even function around my own home, much less at work. I don’t have the luxury of taking time off …

First of all the one reason why Itried these out was because my sister said she was using them and her teeth were very white. They are a bit expensive first of all. I’m not used to spending that type of money on things like when I can just …

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 …

I decided to try taking this homeopathic oral growth hormone when a friend reported amazing results from it. Having diabetes, fibromylagia and a malfunctioning thyroid, I often feel older than my years and indeed suffer symptoms that would suggest it at times.
This is a natural product, which is …

I’ve used Biofreeze Pain Relieving Roll On in a 3 ounce tube for my wrist because it is arthritic. In the winter, it hurts badly, and I would try just about anything to relieve the pain. This Biofreeze is also useful for sore muscles, joints, and back …

There are lots of dietary supplements that promises to help reduce fat. These products have been advertised frequently in health magazines. I have been downbeat with these products because most are created from synthetic components and it has ill effects. Most of this fat-burning supplements also are contraindicated for those …

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 …

My boss decided it would be funny for all of us girls to go on a group diet together. We would all put money in the pot every week, and the amount would depend on wether or not we had lost or gained weight that week. At the end …

I like Alba Botanica’s products, and also their commitment to cruelty free production and suppliers. I once had bought a tube of their mango shave cream, which is similar to this one, and I liked it. I loved being able to shave without having to use soap or a fluffy …

I decided to look for a non-slip mat for my tub after nearly falling in the shower due to slippery hair conditioner residue. This product looked interesting, so I gave it a try. It was hard to get it to stay down in the tub at first because …

This last year has proven itself a difficult one, full of a whole lot of challenges I haven’t had to deal with in the seven years prior. I used to be a stay-home mother of two, happily taking care of my household and family, while puttering around the house …

Being an ex-coffee drinker, I wanted to whiten my teeth more than they were, but my dental insurance does not cover whitening. So, I decided to try the Crest 3D White Whitestrips With Advanced Seal strips, and bought a box of 20 for a little over $40.
I have …

I usually buy the more expensive contact solutions that cost about $6 a bottle, but I decided to give the Safeway brand a try and see if there was any difference. As far as I can tell, there is basically no difference other than the price. I …

I have never been a fan of fad dietary aids such as pills that give you the jitters or even worse the diarrhea. Recently I was in Walmart when I came across a box of SlimShots liquid portion control Dietary Supplement. I was waiting for a prescription and bored, …

I was told by my nutritionist to always couple my exercise with the right supplement for muscle development in order to achieve my goal sooner. Aside from drinking non-fat milk, I checked Whey from Healthy Options. I like this store because aside from they serve organic stuff, I am …

I have combination, forty-something skin. I have a few fine lines and could use a little “lift.”
This looked like a good product and came recommended, so I gave it a try. It was nowhere near as expensive as some creams I had used, and since it was called “Nutritioniste” I …

I’ve been using transition lenses since I changed my eyeglass prescription since February 2009, and I am very happy that I did. Although it’s a little bit pricey, adding the transition feature to my regular eye checkup, I never regretted it because it has helped me a lot reduce …

Kidfixer’s Pediatrics has been my kids’ pediatric office for about four years now. It is operated by John Lepore D.O., Robert Jerome M.D., and Cheryl Robinson A.P.N.
The staff at Kidfixers has always been friendly to me. In the four years I’ve been taking my kids …

Being a fitness freak I was starting on learning yoga- as I had been quite impressed with the benefits it had to offer. So to start learning yoga I had to get myself a yoga mat —“ which seemed to be the basic requirement for yoga. After much hunting …

Crest Whitestrips have been around for several years, although they seem to continue to improve the formula, as well as increase the price of the product. When this product first came on to the market, the price was around $20 for a box of the whitening strips. …

In the process of looking for the perfect shave product for my legs, I came across this natural product in a health food store. I have always loved olives and use olive oil as a hand treatment as well as moisturizer. This gel is made from an organic olive …

I played a lot of sports when I was younger. I’m guessing that is why I have always had joint pain. Mainly in my knee. One time I was playing softball and I was covering first base. The …

Along with many of my friends, I too have gotten caught up in the “superfruit” craze. I try to eat as many fresh berries and other fruits as I can. Being diabetic, many of the products made with sugars are unsuitable for me, but there are a few …

I don’t actually have athlete’s foot, at least I don’t think I do, but my feet do suffer from flaking, itching and dryness now that I have moved to a dry climate. I did a bit of research, and since those are the same symptoms as athlete’s foot, I …

If you spend a lot of time using damaging heat appliances such as frequent blow-dryers, and straightening irons, you may want to try a product I just purchased at a local Sally’s Beauty store. The Silk Elements Megasilk Olive Heat Protection Spray not only leaves your hair …

Hapee toothpaste is manufactured by a local company Lamoiyan Phils. Honestly, I was hesitant to use the happee toothpaste thinking that it may be of poor quality since it lacks advertisements. I was afraid that since it was a local brand, it may be not as good as the …

My hairdresser sent me to the doctor to check on my scalp because of itching and noticeable thinning of hair. The doctor said I probably had a mild case of eczema on my scalp, and recommended I use the over the counter version of Nizoral A-D shampoo. Because I …

So Im Sitting at home watching some late night tv when I came across this “Get Ripped in 90 days” infomercial. I was interested as I am a new dad and have put on a few pounds but would like to lose weight so that playing with my son …

When I was looking for some cheap bar soap to use at a cabin I was staying at, I chose this one because it was on sale. I had not really used any Tone products before, and I was pleasantly surprised at the fragrance, which is fresh, fruity, bright and …

I am always up for trying a new and unusual product. When I saw a cranberry dental floss available, I couldn’t resist. Cranberries have lots of great properties, including an anti-bacterial effect in the bladder, so it sort of made sense that it could be beneficial in a dental …

I have been using Suave Naturals Daily Clarifying Shampoo for a long time, but lately I have been finding the product to be a bit drying on my hair. About a month ago, this product was on sale at a local drugstore, and I decided to pick it …

With all the fear about the H1N1 flu, as well as just normal viruses and bugs, I felt that I should purchase some supplement to try to boost my immune system. While I am normally a very healthy person, I usually do catch one bad flu each year, and …

I don’t normally pay so much for such a small product, and I am not a regular user of solid lotions—“ but I made an exception for this product because it has so many of my top favorite ingredients! Beeswax, shea butter, avocado oil, tea tree oil, olive oil, …

I don’t have an issue trying things out. I will try things all day long. I had a time when I was trying to lose a little weight, so I had to see what would work for me. I think everyone gets to the point where they actually want …

I bought this buffing body wash after hearing from a friend how wonderful it was. I have some mild adult acne which normally acts up in the hot months of summer. It usually affects my face and upper body. I have remedies for my face, but I was looking …

I bought the Schwinn Active 10 Series Upright Exercise Bike by Schwinn for $300 online. My previous bike was old and I thought of replacing it. I bought it because I thought it had a good design and was versatile. I like it.
I bought it online last January 2010. …

I bought a tube of Arm & Hammer Advance White Toothpaste to try recently. It was comparable in price to other name brands of toothpaste (about $4 for a 6 ounce tube). With a coupon I had on hand, I paid $2.79 plus tax which I consider to be …

Eye Center South is a local clinic serving those with issues of the eye. My first experience with the clinic came recently when I inadvertently poked myself in the eye with my glasses. The pain I felt was rather bad, so bad in fact that at first I couldn’t …

I don’t often get sunburned, because I use sun block products regularly. I have “suspected lupus” so I take sun protection very seriously. Once in awhile I forget that wind can also be damaging, and one time in the winter I spent too much time playing in the snow and …

I came across this healthy living website a year or so ago, and have tried several of their products and loved them! I’m a huge fan of visiting holistic festivals and I’m a total sucker for these get-healthy-the-healthy-way kind of products. I didn’t used to be into the idea …

When I had an impacted wisdom tooth removed, it was an oral health nightmare. The tooth had a large infected cyst around it, the tooth was very difficult to remove, and the surgery left me with severe nerve damage to the side of my lip and face for many …

I have to say that I’m a little addicted to the idea of being well-prepared when it comes to medical emergencies. I may not be able to suture an open wound, but I can promise you I’ll come as close as possible. I have several different kinds of splints, …