In the past, doctors have recommended that I take Colace brand stool softener for constipation related to irritable bowel syndrome. Sometimes it would work effectively, and sometimes not. I found better results by using a daily regimen of fiber supplementation. When I was planning a long road trip, I …

I have a problem with adult toothpaste brands because they all have very intense mint flavors. This burns my mouth and tongue, and causes me to spend less time brushing than I really should. For my own comfort, I generally use children’s formulas, or natural toothpastes which tend to have …

I had actually never heard of this product before it was recommended to me by my son’s doctor. My son had injured his ankle pretty severely when he fell through a sheet of ice at the local creak and sliced his ankle against the jagged edge. He had to …

Nature’s Bounty Calcium tablets are completely vegetarian tablets that contain 250 tablets per box. I got it on sale for 3 dollars at the Great Mall in a drugstore but that is probably way cheaper than the actual cost. The tablets don’t taste any different than the normal ones …

The Biggest Loser’s trainer, Jillian Michaels, created this amazing workout DVD. It has three difficulty levels based on your personal level of fitness. I cringe when she makes you do pushups, squats, lunges, and resistance moves, but I can really see a difference. Right now I …

I bought this spin spa sometime last year. I thought it would be relaxing and feel good on my body. Overall it is an alright product but it could be much better.
My biggest complaint is that all of the attachments don’t work right. There are five attachments that you …

When I first moved to Arizona, I lived in a city outside Phoenix called Chandler. I was fortunate to be surrounded my health care options when I was sick or had a condition I needed treatment for, and one of the facilities nearby was Chandler Regional Hospital.
I have been …

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 …

I have to say that gummy vitamins make taking supplements much better as long as they taste good. There are various brands out there, a few of which taste great. This particular brand is one of them.
They aren’t as gummy as some of them as they are quite easy …

Nature’s Bounty sublingual B-12 microlozenges can be easily found at most stores, online and off. I got mine at, I think it was,Costco but I have seen Nature’s Bounty brand products at almost any drugstore or even Walmart.
These B-12 microlozenge have 2500 mcg. of B-12 which is 41,667% …

For many years, I’ve worn corrective lenses, and ever since I started using contact lenses, I’ve worn disposable ones. I’d been happy for a long time with various brands lasting a month or so, until my eye doctor told me to try Acuvue Advanced.
He told me they …

I am reviewing the basic Tampax tampons with the cardboard applicator. These come in a range of absorbencies to suit the different flows throughout your period —“ the Lites, Regular, Super, Super Plus and you can also buy a very handy Tampax Multi Pack with a number of …

I was traveling over seas visiting relatives in China a couple years ago, and I really didn’t take too well to the harsh climate, which was hot and humid and generally miserable that time of year when I went, and I was constantly experiencing problems, mostly associated with my …

I had been annoyed by the look of warts - the round thickened or hardened skin on my neck. I don’t feel good because of it. I even tried to cut it off using my nails, threads, and hair, but it is so painful. Until I found Duofilm. …

My teeth were stained and not looking their best so I bought Compliments Sensitive Teeth Toothpaste from my local supermarket for just $2.99CDN. I had tried other whitening toothpastes with mixed results and a lot of money! My deciding factor to buy this Compliments brand was that it was …

I tend to shy away from optometrists running their own independent practices because I feel as though they are far more expensive than chains. I do have a vision discount plan, but assumed that it would still cost less not to take advantage of it at a discount retail …

When someone well intentioned bought me this inhaler, and I found out what they paid for it, I did not waste any time telling them they were completely insane. This is supposed to be based on Nobel Prize winning science. It is an inhaler that uses “phytonutrients and phytochemicals” to …

I used to work in a drug store and I knew that people, especially elderly ones, often purchased camphor spirits, but I didn’t really know why. I knew it was used in medicines like Campho Phenique and in vapor rubs and steam inhalants, but I wasn’t sure what folks …

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 …

When I am not writing, I am often cooking. As an at home caretaker, I prepare all the special meals for myself and my mother, who is on a dialysis renal diabetic diet. Hers is quite a complicated one, and I often prepare my own meals separately. In other words, …

I had, a few months ago, tried the Bye Bye Blemish acne lotion, which was more like a grainy odd-to-apply sediment that you applied directly to the blemish, instead of as an all-over application, but it was a decent price, and so I wasn’t necessarily afraid to try another …

My son had a severe rash that we needed to make sure was kept clean and dry. We used alcohol to dry the rash out quickly. It did burn a bit when first applied for a few minutes, but the burning feeling subsided very quickly.
At first we …

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 have to admit that I’m kind of a sucker for trying out products that have cute packaging or creative (or even goofy) sounding names. This was one of those wierd spur-of-the-moment kind of purchases, when I decided to get the Bye Bye Blemish Drying Lotion. Immediately I thought …

When my husband told me he managed to get frostbite one hot summer day in August, in Tucson, I was inclined to not believe him. However, knowing how accident prone my husband is, I didn’t let on my disbelief. I simply asked him what happened.
My husband informed me …

I’ve been using the more expensive Vitamin C brand, and my mom has been scolding me. She told me to switch to Rhea Ascorbic Acid, since it was the same thing. It’s cheaper by 100%. I bought the 100 tablet bottle, took the same dosage; 1 500 mg tablet …

Coppertone Sunscreen with insect repellent is one of the best sunscreen lotions for children. This sunscreen lotion will protect your children from getting a horrible case of sunburn, while at the same time this sunscreen prevents children from getting bit from insects such as mosquito’s, gnats and bees. …

I have always had a few skin tags on my body, even though I didn’t really know what they were called until recently. They are basically folds of raised skin, and they are benign growths. The one on my neck is a bit embarrassing, but I assumed that unless …

Divya Avipattikar Churna , A ayurvedic Medicine for hyper acidity and constipation.My mother suffers from hyper acidity and constipation and because of it has to avoid almost everything.She suffers from it whenever she consumes anything spicy . She consulted a doctor and followed the prescription given by the …

I bought a pack of these Glucerna shakes when I was not feeling very well because of a dental issue and was having a hard time eating solid foods. I am diabetic, so since this is a product made specifically for diabetics, it is safe and convenient for …

When I first learned about the health benefits of VCO, I bought one for my mother who was experiencing some health problems at that time. I read a lot about its promising health benefits being testified by other people who experienced dramatic improvement in their health conditions. …

I wanted to talk about this Herbal juice because I started taking it about a year ago. I have no idea what made me start taking it. All I know is that I was interested in finding out what it did. I had a few friends who drank it …

Now that there are so many types of thermometers on the market, I don’t use the basic in-the-mouth types anymore and I have a couple that I really like. One is the Braun IRT3020 Thermoscan Ear Thermometer which I’ve had for a few years now, and it still …

What do you know about the health benefits of green beans? Green beans is also known as Phaseolus aureu. It has many kind of health benefits for your body. For example, if you are just having a baby, it will be good for you if you can drink the …

As a diabetic who has had problems with chronic and recurring yeast infections, I have tried many things to try and prevent them. Keeping blood sugar under control is of course the best way, but sometimes when you have a yeast issue that won’t go away, even that is not …

Everyone who knows me will tell you that the perfect gift for me, ay any time of the year, is something related to the bath or shower. One birthday, a friend of mine gave me a bar of soap that was very unusual. It was “Florida Water” soap, and I …

The opti-free contact lense solution comes in a green and white bottle and claims that it is a no-rub formula. I tried this, but the contact lense only gets dirtier and dirtier. There must be better contact lense solutions out there because even though I have began rubbing the …

There are a few things I have tried in life that just didn’t work out for me. Someone well meaning gave me this neti pot because I complained of sinus problems. According to them, this would solve them forever.
This was my first and only neti pot, so I …

I just have to say that I think Walgreens is one of the greatest stores when it comes to cosmetics, medicine and general health-related products. I’ve gotten so many things from that store that I absolutely swear by and the Walgreens Aloe Vera Body Mist Gel is one of …

If you are new to Wai Lana workouts, you are really going to want to consider purchasing the Fusion Fitness Flex and Firm Kit. I just purchased one at TJ Maxx the other night and I can’t believe how great this set is!
First off …

I’ve said many times that Crest is my favorite and preferred brand of toothpaste. These days, there are many varieties available, and I really don’t know if they all do what they claim or not. I’m not even sure we have a true way of gauging and …

I’ve always found that the more I can add interest to my daily workouts, the less inclined I am to skip them. As I have always been fascinated by Belly dancing, finding exercise programs that incorporate the lovely moves not only motivates me to keep at, but …

While working in a hospital since last few years, I have learned that a supplement should be taken with care. That is why when I felt need to take a multivitamin and multimineral supplement, I tried and tested many products. Amway Nutrilite Daily is one such product which I have …

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 …

Every couple of months I do a body cleanse. I haven’t found one yet that I am really fond of so I’m always trying new ones. The most recent one I tried was Slimquick Cleanse. Slimquick Cleanse claims to “eliminate toxins …

Supradyn Activo is a product that you can find in pharmacies, and that contains vitamines, minerals and Coenzime Q10.
I bought this product when I was under a big stress due to exams, and my brain and body needed a lot of energy. At that time I went to the …

Dove is one of my favorite companies. I use their hair products, soaps, body washes, deodorants, skin care, and I will try anything they come out with. I don’t normally buy aerosol hair sprays for myself. I prefer the non aerosol, I feel that they last longer and you …

We women typically don’t like to admit we have facial hair. In fact, if our regular makeup could disguise this fact, but would cost us an additional $20 per bottle of foundation, I think none of us would argue about the price and would purchase it immediately. Sometimes, the …

This is a fuzzy logic blood pressure monitor by the famous name NISSEI.
Previously I used to go to the doctor for routine blood pressure monitoring but since the day I purchased this compact wrist type BP monitor, life has become so easy for me.
I take the measurements as and …

Though I’m not a vain person by nature, I take great pride in keeping my skin and hair and nails as healthy as possible. I have nice thick nails that are a perfect shade, but they are sometimes brittle and prone to breaking if I’m not careful with them, …