I found out, about three years ago, that I was borderline diabetic. I went into the doctor because I was feeling so tired all the time. I’d tried a variety of herbal supplements and multi-vitamins and most of them didn’t work and the others only worked for a period …

When I found out about Charmee Feminine Wipes, I said to myself, this is perfect! Why it is perfect? Read my story. Girls are so fussy when it comes to caring for them selves. I belong to that, but I am not perfect to be always like that. My …

As a mother of two type 1 diabetic children I know how costly supplies can be for diabetics. We have never been able to buy insurance (we were self-employed)for our children, so finding the best prices of what we needed for them was always a concern. Our …

Kidney stones are no longer a major problem for me. While I will probably get them for the rest of my life, I have found a product that breaks them down, so they pass out of my system without incident. I discovered this product by accident when …

I have been coloring my hair at home for a couple of years now. I used to get it done at the salon, but it became so expensive that I couldn’t justify it, especially when it is so easy to use color kits at home. The one thing I missed …

I bought a bottle of Ivy Block for Poison Ivy, Oak, & Sumac in a 4 fl. oz. bottle because I was going to do some major landscaping, extending my backyard area (which is wooded), and it has all three: poison ivy, poison oak, and poison sumac. I …

I will be perfectly honest and tell you that I picked up the wrong package when I went to the store to get tissues. I wanted just the regular type tissue but picked up a box that had lotion in the tissue. I decided not to exchange it because …

I was looking for a good lotion/moisturizer because I have been suffering from ultra dry skin! I have tried everything from Vaseline, Jergens, Cetaphil,etc. My skin itches from being too dry, my fingers are chafed and my heels are so rough. Here in the Philippines the weather is humid …

Just lately, I have experienced itchy throat because of my cough. I always pre-empt any illness with enough preparations so that it will not get worst. So the past few days when I experienced discomfort brought by this, I immediately drink medicine but at the same time because it comes …

I’m a runner, for both pleasure and punishment, and one of the side effects they don’t tell you about is rough feet. Not that unpleasant cracked bleeding thing, thank goodness. But rough all the same. Basically caused by the friction of nice soft feet against sock …

As any Diabetic knows monitoring your blood sugar is an essential part of handling the disease. There are many glucose meters on the market and I have tried several. The one that I have found work best for me is the OneTouch Ultra Mini. This is a small compact …

I’m all about the workout and the supplements that come along with it. I have never really been a fan on supplements, especially when it comes to working out. I’m all about the natural way of doing things. So when I seen that my best friend was taking Hydroxycut Advanced, …

If world record holder Sean Burch can climb Everest without the aid of supplemental oxygen, and scale 63 mountain summits in Tibet in (less than twenty three days); I figure at the very least I can try his 12 week Hyperfitness program. After all, I won’t be …

I have a friend who swears up and down about the benefits of apple cider vingera. She actually convinced me one time to take a tablespoon of it three times a day to help cure a bladder infection. I was going through a period where I was getting bladder …

When it comes to grooming items, about the cheapest thing there is is a pair of fingernail clippers. You can usually find them sitting around at a store for somewhere between 50 and 90 cents. The reason that they’re so cheap is that they are so basic: …

I have been trying out some enhancing supplements. I wanted to develop leg strength because of my soccer hobby and when I am surfing, to maintain balance on the surfing board, you must have strong legs to do that. Before when I was still an amateur with this kind …

Mucinex has made a great product. Not only do they make medicine for chest congestion that is great but now they have come out with a product called Mucinex Nasal Spray Full Force and it works wonderfully!
I have tried …

I tried this product because I had run out of my normal probiotic supplement, and it was not locally available. I found this in a health store, and I thought it looked interesting because it had not only probiotics, but various herbs and natural treatments to support the immune system …

The Lysol Disinfectant Spray 350g is a product I can’t live without. I use it everyday and it’s safe even for children. I spray it on toilet seats, carpets, tables and chairs, bathroom and kitchen sinks—”the list goes on.
I love the original scent of Lysol so …

As part of my therapy regimen for fibromyalgia, and just for fun as well—“ I love to use massage oils for a nice deep tissue massage. Or if I am feeling too sore, just a light sensual massage can work wonders. I use a variety of lotions, oils, and …

While hitting the road, I was very confident that I packed all the things I could possibly need. Since I’m only out for a corporate trip, I didn’t feel so thrilled to prepare my things. I forgot to bring a hand sanitizer. There was little I …

I’m ashamed to admit that I had athlete’s foot last year because of the rainy season. My shoes and feet always got wet and it never occurred to me that I would get ’stinky feet’. It smelled horrible, and I had to buy new sneakers because the smell wouldn’t …

I have very fair skin and have been warned not to spend time in the sun without serious sun block, both because of my skin and the fact that I may possibly have a mild case of lupus.
I have tried a few of the self tanning products, and …

This week started the Bath and Body Works semi annual clearance sale, and I was one of the first ones there, with promotional coupon in hand and ready to shop like crazy. My bath product obsession is never satisfied quite as well as with these amazing sales. Even though …

iFIT Pilates 65 cm Massage Ball (IFPL0163) is an exercise ball with Grip Texture (massager-like little bumps) added to its surface that help to prevent the ball from slipping. The ball is medium-soft, durable. It comes with an instructional video that teaches you how to use the ball, offering …

When I was shopping in a store that carried a variety of interesting and rarely seen or older health products, I came across an interesting, pretty little bottle of oil called “White Flower analgesic balm.” It was less than an ounce, and looked to be of Chinese or other …

I have not really been the type to get into electric toothbrushes, but have used quite a few of them in my lifetime. For years, my mother would buy them for us for Christmas, so I know just how most of the older models work. I wanted to get …

I am a diabetic, and was diagnosed ten years ago this year. One of the first things I did when I was diagnosed was to find out as much as I could about the illness and how to control it and prevent the complications that affect so many of its …

Just stop and think about all the artificial things you end up putting in your body daily. Sometimes, I get a little overwhelmed at the thought. About every 3 months, I like to do a home colon cleanse. I came across the Bio-Nutria colon cleanse at the local health …

The Crest SpinBrush Pro Clean is a wonderful toothbrush. It is so very efficient because of the dual action head. I love using mine. It makes my teeth feel so much cleaner than my old manual toothbrush. I am impressed with how much easier it is to get all …

I try to take good care of my teeth and gums and part of that is flossing every single night and brushing at least twice a day. Flossing is the most time consuming, but probably the most important part of keeping your mouth healthy.
I have always liked the type of …

I am diabetic, which means I cannot indulge as often as I would like in sweet treats and desserts. At least not the regular kind—“ but we diabetics do benefit from the low-carb diet craze, as the sweet products made for low carb dieters are much safer for us to …

Taking a bath is part of our daily routine before we head on out the door for a busy day at work or school. But aside from that, maintaining a good oral hygiene all throughout the day is also very important specially when we are dealing with other people …

SudaCare Shower Soothers are designed to help break up congestion caused by cold or allergy. The Shower Soothers are made to put in the stream of your shower, releasing vapors of eucalyptus and menthol, which will break up even the most congested sinuses. There is no medicine …

I like to use natural products, and especially when they are unusual. This shower gel by Ecco Bella is made with a base of organic ginger tea. I had never heard of a tea-based wash before, and it sounded really interesting. It does not use the harsh detergents like sodium …

I keep a few first aid kits on hand so I can nurse any minor wound or address any major one while help arrives, if the need should arise. One of the products I keep on hand is Water Jel Burn Jel. I’ve never seen anything quite …

Six Star’s Rapid Lean fat burner is garbage! This is the crappiest fat burner on the market ever. You can usually find this supplement at Wal-Mart, which is where I bought it from.
Anyways, Six Star’s rapid lean fat burner is trash and did not work at all. I guess …

I’ve been using Dr. Bronner’s Tea Tree Oil Soap for quite some time and couldn’t be happier. I’ve always suffered from very dry skin, especially on my arms and elbows. My elbows have always been very dry, to the point of cracking and at …

I have just recently tried Wellsprings Serenity on the advise of a close friend and want to recommend it to any menopausal woman who is searching for relief. This product is a natural progesterone cream recommended for menopause symptoms and other conditions related to hormonal balance.
I don’t have out …

Sitting in front of the computer or watching my favorite television shows was enough to make my eyes feel tired and fatigued. This in turn would give rise to puffy eyes and worst of all dark circles- a situation which I completely dreaded. This situation would make feel …

A long time ago I used to suffer from a teeth gap which was noticeable even when you look from afar. It was actually between my two front teeth on the lower side, and I did not even know why I got it. Maybe it just developed over the years. …

I like to stay in shape, and I like to find little ways in my everyday life to do so, besides my everyday work out. A few years ago I picked up a set of 1Lb Weights, made by Danskin, and they have been in business for years. Each …

I keep a pair of these well made medical scissors on hand in my home’s first aid kit for cutting gauze and tape. they cost me around $10, but were well worth it since I have never had to replace them. The Prestige Medical Fluoride Scissors are …

I love to shop in stores like TJ Maxx and Marshall’s, because I can often find luxurious bath and body products at half of their normal retail prices. On one trip, I found a bottle of this lemon and mandarin scented hand wash. It was sitting alone on a …

Well, although it’s still March, it’s close to summertime here in the deserts of Nevada. And I can tell you that even though it’s just been spring for about a week or two, it’s time to break out the sunblock because that big old ball of orange is shooting down …

Every once in a while, I like to walk to work. I only live about two miles from where I work and when the weather is nice, I don’t mind making the trek at all, and find it rather invigorating. I’m not exactly the active sort, I’ll admit, but …

This stuff works miracles. Seriously, it’s fantastic. We all know how annoying and unpleasant it is to be bitten by mosquitoes. The itching, the swelling, the burning… it’s all just so unwanted and distracting. Well this stuff from AfterBite works remarkably well, better than any other stuff that I’ve …

I love to try out new natural products and especially when they have unusual scents and ingredients. This one has the smell of cinnamon, cloves, and bergamot—“ giving it a very unique blend. The tiny exfoliate granules in this product are very soft and gentle. They are barely …

Australian sea kelp is the star in this convenient Aussie product. Although I usually use a rinse out conditioner when I shampoo, I like to have some leave in type on hand too, in case I have a need for freshening up the hair after a humid day, or get …

Once when I was having really bad menstrual cramps, along with bloating and a headache, I stopped by the drug store to pick up some Premsyn, which was my usual product for relieving these symptoms.
I was tired and in a fog from pain, so when I …