Health Reviews
The Doctor’s Night Guard (dental protector)
This product is meant to protect your teeth from night time grinding. My mom had a real problem with grinding and had to have all her teeth capped. The dentist gave her a special mouth guard that she uses to prevent further damage. When I realized I too was …
Anti Stretch Marks Cream - Stretch Nil Lotion
It’s an ayurvedic herbal lotion for prevention of pregnancy stretch marks, made in India (I assume, it’s available only in India, not sure). I grew up quite fast as a teenager and got stretch marks on my hips, therefore now, during pregnancy, I am extremely careful not to let …
Spectro Eczema Care Intense Rehydration Cream
I have suffered from mild eczema for years, and although it is a hassle, it has never been severe enough to require more than the occasional prescription cortisone cream. I have found that the cortisone cream is very hard on my dry skin, and I am not convinced that …
Nature’s Way Burdock Root
Burdock root is an herbal which can temporarily halt heavy menstrual or uterine bleeding. It is sometimes used alone and sometimes used in conjunction with other herbs such as Dong Quai, Red Clover, Yellow Dock and Dandelion. This herb has been used for decades to help control menstrual bleeding …
Lactacyd feminine wash
As a women we should maintain the normal flora or PH of our vagina. I am using feminine wash for many years but the old feminine wash made me irritable and feeling dry all the time. I switch to lactacyd (lactoserum lactic acid) just last year. This feminine wash …
EnviraScape Eternal Rain Illuminated Relaxation Fountain
This little fountain was given to me as part of a “relaxation therapy kit” which included some aromatherapy, CDs to play, candles, herbal remedies and essential oils. I love all of it… but this fountain is the best. It is a small fountain, the right size to sit on …
PureTouch Individual Flushable Moist Feminine Wipes
I am a woman that is always on the go. I like to stay fresh throughout the day. I have been known to sweat a lot in the past and like to try to stay as clean as possible all the time. One way that I like to stay …
GNC Ultra Probiotic Complex 50 30 capsules
At the advice of my doctor (and because of my own experience) I take a probiotic whenever I have to take a course of antibiotic drugs. In the past I have developed both yeast infections and nasty gastrointestinal symptoms from taking antibiotics, and I learned my lesson …
Dettol Original Antibacterial Soap
I have always believed in the antiseptic healing properties of —˜’Dettol “and this antiseptic aid always remained an important essential in my medical kit since ages. Since there are a flood of antiseptic products in the market- I sometimes find it very tempting to try something new, but with …
Burt’s Bees Almond Milk Beeswax Hand Creme 2 oz
I have always been a huge fan of Burt’s Bees products. One of my very first introductions to Burt’s was this Almond Milk Beeswax hand Creme. I saw it sitting on a friend’s bathroom counter, and curious, I opened it to see how it smelled. I was expecting honey …
Vaseline Petroleum Jelly
I first purchased Vaseline Petroleum Jelly when my babies were born. It was great for certain uses which I will discuss below. I pay $3.09 for a 13 oz. jar of Vaseline and it lasts an extremely long time. You don’t need to use much Vaseline to get the …
Dove Skin Vitalizer Cleansing Massage Tool
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 …
Dual Function Pedal Exerciser
My husband and I live in a relatively small apartment, so there simply is not enough room for large exercise equipment. We still aspire to do more exercise, though, even with some degree of physical imitations. I read a magazine article that advised readers to try buying “mini” …
Shiva Rea Daily Energy Vinyasa Flow Yoga DVD
I tried my first Shiva Rea Daily Energy workout this morning. In the Fire and Water Practice, we did a series of standing poses and arm balancing sequences that constantly evolved throughout the workout. I have to say this new program has a completely different feel than …
Sarna Sensitive Anti-Itch Lotion
During the winter months, my already sensitive skin really starts to act up. I find myself having issues with dry and VERY itchy skin, and usually the only months this problem doesn’t bother me is during the summer, which is only about two months of relief! The rest of …
CycoSport: Muscle Milk Light
Muscle Milk Light is a protein powder from CytoSport which sports advertising clichés such as “thanks to amazing demand of muscle milk, we now introduce muscle milk light.” However, this actually is nothing more than an advertisement cliché.
Unfortunatley for us bodybuilders and muscle-gaining enthusiasts, there are very few protein …
Ayr Allergy & Sinus Hypertonic Saline Nasal Mist 1.69oz
I have seasonal allergies, which can sometimes be severe, and the only oral medication that works to stop them in Benadryl. When I have had particularly severe flare ups, I have suffered with swelling of the nasal passages to the point that it affected my breathing. On several occasions, I …
Free & Clear Shampoo for Sensitive Skin 12 oz
I once went through a phase where my scalp was itchy and irritated. It happened after a professional hair coloring treatment, and lasted about a month. Some chemical in the colorant must have really upset my scalp, because I had itching, flaking, and little bumps to pop up periodically. No …
Dr Scholl’s for Her 16 Hour Insoles
As soon as I received an invitation to my friend’s wedding —“ I felt greatly excited and anxiously looked forward to this day. But my only concern was the fact that I would require to stand for long hours at the wedding-a situation which I always tried to avoid. …
South Eastern Guide Dogs Inc.
When I was little, I have always dreamed of having a guide dog because I am totally blind. When I finally got up the nerve to apply for one, I was 19 years old and very skittish of flying. So I took the closest school to me and applied …
Wu-Yi Tea
So, I already wrote a review of TriSlim, but I felt I should review this other bogus company while I was at it. Wu-Yi Tea offers a trial membership for their Chinese tea that apparently helps you lose weight. They send you 60 tea bags and all you pay …
ULTA Ultra Hold Hairspray 10 oz
The last time I was shopping at Ulta, I decided to try some of their hair spray. It was on sale, and I had previously purchased some of their other products and enjoyed them, so I expected the Ulta hair spray to be of similar quality to other Ulta …
AcuVue Lens
After using another brand of contacts for years, I switched to AcuVue 2 Colours Contact Lens. A friend recommended these lenses highly, as she’s worn them for a long time. I ordered AcuVue through my physician, and was excited to see the product when it arrived. I had been …
Nature’s Alchemy Restful Sleep Aromatherapy Herbal Mineral Baths 1 oz
Being a fibromyalgia patient sometimes means looking for creative ways to ease your symptoms when doctors are baffled by them. I found that taking a hot bath before bed prevented the majority of night time pain and muscle cramps that I have suffered for years due to the disease. I …
Aquafresh Extreme Clean toothpaste
There are tons of different kinds of toothpaste that all claim to do the exact same thing: protect against tartar build-up, freshen your breath, prevent cavities, and whiten your teeth. I have tried a large chunk of different brands and honestly, they seem to all work just about the …
Carefree Original Unscented “To Go”
Carefree is a brand I have used since I started using pantiliners. Since they were a good product for a good price, they were what my family bought. We have always been frugal, and Carefree fit right into our budget.
Carefree is easy to spot on the shelf, …
Kiss My Face Whenever Shampoo 11 fl oz
I like to try out new natural products. I like the idea that they have safer ingredients, and it is nice to give my hair a break from the chemicals once in awhile. They do have their downfalls, like not producing very much lather, which is very common since most …
Oral B
A week ago we purchased Oral B pulsar toothbrush with vibrating micro pulse bristles. This tooth brush is light and requires no battery replacement. Not at heavy like the dual battery vibrating toothbrush out in the market. Easy to use and looks like any ordinary toothbrush. Just …
Wacoal Undergarments
For people who like to keep fit, exercise and are into extreme sports, it is necessary to utilize undergarments that provide ample support. If one uses ordinary underwear, you may expect sagging to occur. Wacoal undergarments are superbly designed and make use of the latest base materials to prevent …
Country Life Maxi Hair Release Supplement
I paid about $10 for this supplement that it is designed to replenish the hair, nails, and skin. Although I have never really experienced a major problem with baldness, lately I have noticed that I have some areas of my head (mostly around the temples of my head) …
Method Foaming Hand Wash Eucalyptus Mint 10 oz
I have always been a big fan of Method health and beauty products and their self foaming hand soaps are a favorite. I have used several of the scents they have available, and even ordered refills. This eucalyptus mint is one that I found recently, and I was absolutely thrilled. …
Nicorette White ice
I have tried to quit smoking in a variety of ways. Cold turkey, hypnosis, and the method of snapping a rubber band on your wrist every time you consider wanting a cigarette are amongst those methods I have tried. About a month ago, I purchased Nicorette white ice mint gum …
Neosporin Neo To Go Plus Pain Relief Spray, .26 oz.
I really like Neosporin, and use it all the time because my daughter comes to me often with scrapes and cuts from playing out in the forest, or riding her bike off-road, and being a girl, she just doesn’t need any scarring if it can be helped. When …
Get Fresh Bath Salt Packet Fig & Peach Blossom 3 oz
I take a nightly hot bath to assist in treating the painful muscle spasms and nerve pain associated with fibromyalgia. Over the last several years, I have found this therapy to be more useful than anything doctors have ever recommended to me or given me. I thank a lot …
Moist Heat Therapy Warming Lower Back Wrap
My back pain always remained a problem for the last ten years. Although the pain never remained permanent and would usually be an ‘ on and off’ affair’ - the time it surfaced left me feeling like a patient on the hospital bed. My back pain- especially which surfaced …
Thayers Dry Mouth Spray Citrus
Dry mouth is horrible. I suffer from it because of medicine I am taking that makes me thirsty and dry in the mouth all the time. Dry mouth causes my mouth to be so dried out it can sometimes cause sores and gum inflammation. The reason why is because …
Safi Blood Purifier
For quite a few days I has been experiencing boils in various parts of my body. What was really devastating about the appearance of these boils was the fact that apart from being very painful, they seem to be continuously resurfacing on my skin as soon as the …
Western Family Basic Toothbrush
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 …
Headache Relief Aromatherapy Inhaler
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 …
Dr. Katz PerioTherapy Gum Care Oral Rinse 16.9oz
This is an interesting product that I tried when I was having some swelling and slight bleeding in my gums. The problem actually started after a professional deep cleaning. I did not want to be subjected to more dentist bills, so I decided to try to treat the …
Macleans Fresh Breath Antibacterial Mouth Spray
I have been buying all sorts of oral care products lately as I have vowed to reach new heights in dental hygiene. I think this is because I am getting to the age where the signs of time, sugary drinks and smoking are showing up on my teeth …
Rite Aid Clear Bandages
When you get a cut or a burn, what’s the first thing you run for? Of course, a band-aid. You might want to wash the cut out first and make sure it is not infected, but everybody depends on band-aids. What I have noticed through my use of bandaids …
WebMD.com
Personally, I find this website to be the most helpful medical website. Whenever I’m sick or I think something may be wrong with me, I go here first because the information is very easy to find and understand.
The feature that sets this website apart from the others is the …
Band-Aid Brand Alcohol
For family protection, I only trust Band-Aid Brand Alcohol. All isopropyl alcohol are approved as disinfectant but as a mother I always see to it that I get the best among the best for my family. We have been using this product for so long which I can no …
Soap Goddess Cucumber Melon natural soap bar 4.75 oz
Friends and family know that I am addicted to bath products, and especially handmade soaps. A friend out of state found a local soap company that was woman owned and created, and she found a lovely cucumber melon bar for me. Cucumber melon is a hit and miss fragrance for …
Savour Body Lotion - Mint Mojito (13 oz.)
I have a favorite bartender who has been a friend of mine for years. When I complimented his mint mojito at dinner one night, he returned the kindness by giving me a bottle of this body lotion by Savour, which is in a mint mojito scent.
While I was …
Scalp anti dandruff shampoo
I have been using the scalp shampoo and today I want to share my experience after using it for my hair. Before I use it I had saviour dandruff problem and also was suffering from fungus infection due to that reason I had lost lot of my hair …
Cayenne Plus Benefits supplements
About two years ago, I started to experience some digestional issues that I’d really rather not have experienced, as they ranged from inconvenient to sometimes downright embarassing. Crohn’s Disease runs in my family and affects the digestional system, and so I worried that was perhaps the problem I was …
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