Health Reviews
Shake Weight 6 minute Upper Body Workout
I purchased the Shake Weight after my chiropractor said that it would be a good way to tone my arms and strengthen my muscles in my upper body. I have had a shoulder problem (muscle pain and nerve impingment) for some time.
I also hate to execise …
Benadryl Itch Stopping Gel
I have used other Benadryl products and have love the results. I decided that it would be a good idea to keep some Benadryl Itch Stopping Gel in the medicine cabinet in case of a itchy bug bite, such as mosquitoes or poison ivy. I paid $9.50 for a …
Natures Alchemy Sweet Almond Carrier Oil 16 oz
I have fibromyalgia, and one of the ways I combat the symptoms is through massage. I use a variety of commercially prepared massage oil blends, but sometimes when I am bored with them I like to make my own using good carrier oils and essential oils. One of my favorite …
Johnson&Johnson First Aid Triple Layer Non-Stick Pads
While I was at Walgreens this week, I picked up a few necessities including the aloe vera gel that I just reviewed (which is an awesome product by the way), but also got this Johnson&Johnson First Aid Triple Layer Non-Stick Pads. There are ten in a box and comes in …
Bed Buddy Reusable Warming Mittens with Aromatherapy
After buying their sister product, the Reusable Warming Footies, and loving them dearly for their ability to stop my chronic foot cramps, I saw the mittens online and knew that I had to have a matching set. These mittens are the best thing I have found for …
5G-Seat Gel Cushion from Gelco
This is an interesting little cushion. I received one as a gift, because I had been complaining about my legs and back getting stiff and sore from hours of typing. Supposedly, this would relieve pressure, encourage proper spinal alignment, and take pressure off the tail bone.
It …
Thor Fizzy Ball Single/ bath fizzy by Melt
I take a hot bath every night to help treat the symptoms of fibromyalgia—“ and just to relax and sleep better. This has been a serious therapy for me for several years, and it has helped more than anything doctors have given me to treat the condition. It’s also helped …
Radox Shower Smoothies Soul Soother 200ml
My five week vacation in the UK introduced me to a lot of new and interesting products. I loved shopping in a place where literally almost everything was new to me. Being a lover of shower and bath products, I was directed first to the shelves where Radox …
Playtex Sport Tampons
Playtex Sport Tampons are the best thing to ever happen to me, well at least the best thing to ever happen to me during my time of the month. These tampons are specifically designed for those of us who are very active. When one of my friends told …
Korres Basil Lemon Body Butter 7.95 oz
The Greek brand Korres is one that I was not very familiar with until I tried this body butter. It comes in a tube, and is one of the richest, most sophisticated feeling butters I have tried. Although normally I am not a huge fan of lemon scents, …
Moorcroft Medical Centre (Doctors Surgery)
When I moved house I registered with the Moorcroft Medical Centre in Botteslow Street and I have been with them for about nine years now. Prior to that I was with a different doctors surgery in a different area so I can compare the two and I am …
Natures Answer Chaste Berry/Vitex Extract 3.2 oz
Since I have gotten past the big forty mark, I have started having some irregularities with my menstrual cycle and severe cramps. A friend of mine who is into holistic medicine suggested I try this product. It is supposed to help regulate hormones and ease the symptoms.
It …
Slam Dotted Strawberry Condoms
A week ago would have been the first time that I actually used the brand “Slam Condoms”, even though my friend told me that they were cheap quality because of her experience with them, and that we should use another brand. However, I still went along and used it, …
Oral B CrossAction toothbrush
These days it seems like every brand of toothbrush is coming out with their own electric toothbrush to compete with the bigger brands that sell theirs anywhere from $15 to even $100. I’m not sure who in their right mind would spend $100 on a toothbrush, unless it’s made …
Biotene Mouthwash with Calcium
I deal with dry mouth a lot. Much of it is due to medications I have to take for Irritable Bowel Syndrome and rheumatoid arthritis. I have tried a few things to help with my dry mouth. I have chewed gum, sucked on hard candy, and …
Tensor Wrist Brace with Splint
I suffer from mild carpal tunnel syndrome which is often aggravated when I type. I finally visited my Physician and he recommended I buy Tensor Wrist Brace with Splint for my right wrist. I had my Pharmacist help me select this product, and I was impressed with the fact …
BJ’s Fish Oil
Do you shop at BJ’s Wholesale Warehouse? I shop there every week. In the beginning I only bought the name brands that I was familiar with. Overtime, I have been trying some of their own brand items. Their trade name is Berkley & Jensen.
Last week I decided to switch …
Aviane birth control
I am currently taking Aviane birth control pills ( the generic for Levlite- 28 Tablet) , and they are a wonder pill. There are many benefits being on birth control pills. My favorite benefit is shorter periods. I use to hate havig my period, …
Personna Comfort Coated Disposable razors 12 pk
I was out of razors one day and I happened to remember this when I saw some at the Dollar Tree store. I saw that they had a little 12 pack of pink ladies razors made by Personna. For a dollar, I felt it would be adequate, and …
Peripheral Arterial Disease
Many of us experience aches and pains in our legs in our day-to-day lives, but when it doesn’t go away, it may be time to get your doctor to check for Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD). PAD as it is termed is characterized by continuous pain or cramping in the …
Avon Advanced Techniques Color Protection Shampoo
If you are on the search for that perfect Shampoo and you have colored hair, try the Avon Advance Techniques Color Protection Shampoo. I have been using this shampoo for some time now and I love it! I have been looking for the perfect shampoo for some time now, …
Fantasy Bath Bath Fizzies Sedona Sky scent 8 oz round fizzy
I take a nightly hot bath soak as part of my treatment for fibromyalgia. It helps to calm my nerves and muscles, and relieves night time cramps in my feet and legs. I have found this ritual to be a more effective treatment than anything the doctors have ever given …
Anne Marie Borlind Purifying Care Blemished Skin Cleansing
I really just wanted a good facial wash that I could use on a daily basis, and not worry about my skin drying out excessively. I don’t have that many issues with blemishes and acne doesn’t occur for me usually at all. I get the occasional breakout that lasts …
Dr. Kaufmann’s Sulfur Zinc Oxide Medicated Soap
This summer time, I have noticed that more skin problems are getting complicated.
I was at home and complaining to my sister about my back pimples specifically on my shoulders and lower back. She then suggested using Dr. Kaufmann’s soap and she even accompanied me in buying it. It is …
SinuCleanse Kids Mist
My kids have unfortunately developed the same issues with their sinuses as I’ve had with mine the last several years. I actually didn’t grow up having sinus problems until I moved to Michigan, and then it’s been like a daily occurance for the past eight years. And, probably as …
Simple Scents Natural Moisturizing Soap ginger pear 200 g
When I found a really good deal on these Australian soaps from Simple Scents, I bought several. These bars are beautiful looking, perfectly molded, with a little leaf motif embossed onto the front, and creamy soft colors with visible additives and ingredients. The Ginger Pear scent is a soft, …
Sucrets Cough Drops Raspberry
Way back in the day, I used to think Sucrets was possibly the worst tasting cough drop that could be found on the market, but at some point over the years I’ve kind of turned my opinions in the opposite direction and I swear by Sucrets of all kinds …
Sensodyne Toothpaste
I was one of the unfortunate few born with sensitive teeth, like my father. I am one of the people in the world that have such sensitive teeth that I do not drink anything without a straw. I never use ice and frequently enjoy soft …
Bunda Hospital
This is one of the best hospital special for mother and kids. When I lived in Jakarta, I often go to this hospital to bring my children. Either it was for getting vaccination, routine check-up or when they were sick and need a help from their pediatric.
We already …
Full Marks Solution, Head Lice Treatment
We were away on holiday when I discovered to my horror that all FOUR of my children had an infestation of head lice. I was in the habit of checking them all once a fortnight and so could only think that they had snuck in after my last check. …
St. Ives Body Wash Mineral Therapy, 24 oz
I love to use mineral salts in my bath at night, and it really helps with fibromyalgia symptoms. When I saw this product in a markdown store, I picked it up immediately. It seemed like it would make a nice complement to my bath. On the front, it claims …
5-Hour Energy - Decaf Citrus energy drink
I have tried 5 Hour energy before, but lately I have been drinking a bit too much tea and finding myself immune to caffeine’s effects anyway, so when I was standing in line at the store, I decided I would try the decaf version to see if it would have …
Australian Eucalyptus Oil Cream
I got my 250g Australian Eucalyptus Oil Cream last year when my husband had his business tour in Sidney. He bought me this cream together with the Lanolin Cream. That was my first encounter with this product because I haven’t seen yet this kind of product in any stores …
Zeeplus
This is a new vitamin C supplement from Pediatrica, Inc; I have just shifted from Ceelin (also from same company)to Zeeplus for my kids, whom I have been giving Vitamin C supplement daily.
What I love about the formulation of this …
Mabis Healthcare Tender Tykes Digital Pacifier Thermometer
What a fantastic product! I have two children, and this didn’t work so well on my oldest son, because he was prone to sucking his thumb verses using a pacifier, but I was able to use it with great ease on my youngest son who was quite the fussy …
Giovanni Cleanse Body Wash Cassifleur White Tea 10.5 oz
I have used a few of the Giovanni products before and I found most of them very nice. The Cassifleur White Tea body wash was one that I happened to run across and really liked the fragrance of. It has a touch of the bitterness of tea, but with …
Beach Hut Clear Spray Sunblock
Summer is just a few weeks away. To prepare for my family’s camping trip in May, I’ve just packed in Beach Hut Clear Spray Sunblock in my travel luggage. I got this sunblock spray from last summer and still have half bottle left. To be honest, I had a …
Beaver Dam Women’s Health
My wife and I are having our second child. And, unfortunately for us, just as she found out she was pregnant, our doctor announced he will be relocating to North Carolina.
Since his replacement doesn’t do deliveries, my wife has been going to Beaver Dam Women’s Health instead. So far, …
Tony Little’s Gazelle treadmill
I bought this from As Seen on TV in the fall for $300, when with the cold coming to Vancouver, I was afraid I might not be able to take those long walks outside anymore. And it turned out to be a prescient idea, as this was exactly …
Tommee Tippee, Closer to nature, Disposable Breast pads
I’m always trying to find ways to make my breastfeeding experience more comfortable. This includes the times that I’m not physically busy breastfeeding. One thing that all breastfeeding mothers can agree on is, there’s nothing worse than your breast pads letting you down and leaving you with a milk stain …
Burt’s Bees Doctor Burt’s Res- Q Ointment
I was walking through the aisles in the Health and Beauty section of Wal-Mart looking for something that could combat my acne when I noticed this treatment. I will admit that I was very surprised at first when I discovered that Burt’s Bees who is so well known …
Earth Mama Angel Baby Shampoo & Body Wash 5.3oz
I recently got hooked on the self foaming hand soaps made by Method and other companies, and it changed how I viewed these products. Initially, I though that they were not economical, and that the water-like solution would not last long enough. I was wrong—“ it is concentrated even though …
Assured Instant Hand Sanitizer with Moisturizers
I know that it is important to keep sanitizers around during cold and flu season. I already get sick enough, and want to kill germs before the start to attack. I also do not like to spend an arm and a leg to do this and shop for bargains …
Dial Roll on Antiperspirant Deodorant Crystal Breeze
I have always been a fan of dial products and I also am a fan of deodorant. I sweat a lot for a woman and will not go a day without some sort of antiperspirant or deodorant. When I saw the Dial Roll on Antiperspirant Deodorant Crystal Breeze, I …
Jason Natural Cosmetics Apricot Deodorant
Even though I usually opt to purchase cheaper products, I decided to buy this deodorant because I like the fact that it contains natural ingredients and there was not any animal testing used in the making of it. I like the idea of supporting a company that opts …
Natures Bounty L Lysine Supplements
I battle with cold sore outbreaks all the time, but the only thing that seems to prevent the cold sore outbreaks from becoming full blown and worse are the Natures Bounty L Lysine Supplements. As soon as I feel a cold sore outbreak come on, I take two of …
Phyto Phytocyane Revitalizing Shampoo Thinning Hair 6.7 oz
I have been battling thinning hair for a couple of years now, and have tried everything out there. This shampoo was one that I read about, and was interested because of the theories laid out about why hair thins in women, and what the botanical ingredients of the product …
Cashmere Bouquet Body Powder Classic Floral 10 oz
I was a little torn about whether or not to buy and use this powder. I have heard lots of reports about talc being a cancer risk for women if used in intimate areas, and that it could be dangerous if inhaled, and those reports seem to be legitimate. This …
Crest Sensitivity Toothpaste, Original Formula, Soothing Whitening Mint
Sometimes my teeth and gums get sensitive, due to years of using teeth whitening products. Something in the whitening strips, rinses, or toothpastes makes my teeth sensitive to hot or cold. Sometimes the sensitivity causes shooting pains through my teeth. When this happens, I need to use …
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