I have fibromyalgia and have probably used just about every pain relief cream, balm or gel ever made. I found out about this one from a sports enthusiast who said it worked better than anything else they had ever used. I was encouraged, and hoped it would help with my …

I have been a believer in multi vitamins ever since seeing what a huge difference it made in how I felt. I developed fibromyalgia symptoms in my late teens, and went for several years with no clear diagnosis. In this time, I felt so exhausted that I could …

Ask anyone who knows me and they will tell you how much I love olives. I love to eat them, I love to cook with olive oil and use it as a moisture treatment on my hands and feet. An olive bar is my idea of heaven. So when …

I have used several products which are supposed to help support the immune system and prevent colds and other infections. This product contains the elements to do that- such as elderberry, echinacea, vitamin C and zinc, and is also supposed to help ease the symptoms of a dry, scratchy throat. …

It is often true that we judge our meat’s freshness, in the grocery store, by the color of the meat. I’ve been told that the lights in the store turn the meat from a fresh pink color to a brownish hue. The meat industry has decided that there is …

This toothpaste is either a love it or hate it toothpaste. It has a strong distinct taste that comes from the thyme. it is fluoride free so it is a great option for those who do not want fluoride in their toothpaste.
The toothpaste itself is very strong, it …

I have searched far and wide for acne remedies. Through internet, information transcends geography, and I’ve read some products online that are used by people in some parts of the world. I was glad to see Nixoderm, a household name in select Asian countries like Malaysia, had …

As many chronic pain suffers know, the prescribed medications we must take have side effects. The dilemma I face, as many others do, is how much risk am I willing to take. Do I medicate my pain today without considering long-range damage, or live with pain that causes permanent …

I am always looking for new ways to curl my hair. I have extremely stubborn hair that doesn’t want to work with me. As soon as I get the curl in and turn around, the curl disappears. I thought I would try these curlers that I found at Walmart …

I am not an avid fan of the Close Up toothpastes because I have been used to using Colgate instead. At one point I ran out of Colgate toothpaste and I decided to try out a small tube of Close Up’s new toothpaste which is their Fire-Freeze. I have …

I’ve always been a bit of a vitamin and supplement junkie, ever since I was old enough to start taking whatever it was we had in the house at the time. Usually it was those Flintstone vitamins, or the gummy vitamins for kids, and then as I got older …

My skin is very sensitive to soaps and cleansers, so I’m always aprehensive about trying new products on my face. I recently tried Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser on the recommendation of a friend. Generally, even though my skin is sensitive, I still like a little fragrance to …

When I lived in Texas for a couple of years, I had a small outdoor spa. As a fibromyalgia patient, I benefited from this greatly during flare ups. The water was an amazing way to relax and treat my sore muscles. I was almost always taking a hot bath every …

A few weeks ago, I fell into a deep depression filled with anxiety attacks one after another. I was looking for natural remedies too help treat depression and relieve anxiety attacks naturally and came across Spring Valley St. John’s Wort, which is an herbal supplement that helps promote calmness …

Let me begin by saying I’ve trained at around 7 gyms in my life and I can without a doubt confirm that fitness4less in Bristol is clearly the worst. I didn’t really have much choice but to train over at this gym if I wanted to keep fit and …

I use this special toothpaste for the gums after my dentist’s recommendation. I have sensitive gums due to gingivitis. My gums usually bleeds when I brush my teeth so I have to use a toothpaste that addresses the problem.
Unlike other toothpaste for sensitive gums which requires prescription from a …

I think this is probably one of my most favorite after-sun products that I’ve ever tried. Unfortunately, however, it seems it’s almost never available in stores around here, and I have to order it online if I want it. I tend to get at least a dozen or so …

When I bought a new pair of walking shoes, with every intention of walking daily for exercise, I was quickly knocked out of commission for a week while waiting for a blister on my toe to heal. It was very disheartening. I had some anti-chafing stick which I had used, …

I needed a new electric toothbrush but couldn’t find a brand name one under $20 at my local drug store until my Pharmacist suggested I buy the Life Brand Electric Toothbrush for just $6.99CDN. Life Brand is a store brand and therefore doesn’t get the advertising exposure of other …

I have been using sleep masks for years to block out light and help me to sleep better. I recently realized my older one was falling apart and it was time to replace it. I was looking through some Sonoma products, which I love, and found that they offered what …

Qivana Qore Probiotic Supplement is a great product. It is a tiny little round pill you take once daily. Probiotics have been scientifically researched the world over and have been proven to play a vital role in maintaining the best possible health. Certain bacteria strains are …

I admit I bought the product because of the name. “Hold Me Forever” was very cute. I actually was looking for a new hairspray and this one was on an end stand at a special price. I’ve used Sunsilk’s shampoos and conditioners, and was happy with them, so …

I have been a fan of Skintimate shave gel since I first started using it. I was addicted to the Raspberry Rain scent, but one day I decided to be different and try this one, the Jasmine Meadows.
I found this to be a very nice, gentle floral. Jasmine …

I started using Unilever’s Sunsilk hair fall solution shampoo for the obvious reason that my hair is falling off. Every time I shower, comb my hair or just simply run my fingers through it, my hair falls. I hate seeing my hair on our bathroom’s floor or on my …

When it comes to pain management, I will leave no stone unturned. I recently came across the Arthritis: A Natural Approach DVD, and knew I was onto something. Lately it has occurred to me that pills are often the first line of defense from pain.
What …

To help treat muscle problems from fibromyalgia, I often ask my partner to give me a massage, and I reciprocate. We use a variety of lotions and oils, depending on our mood or medical needs at the time, and one Valentine’s Day, I got something a little bit “different.” …

As someone who has been fortunate enough to be slim for most of my life, due to daily fitness and (mostly) healthy eating, I have become downright cynical of the diet industry, and I believe very strongly that most diet programs, while rarely working, take advantage of peoples’ desire …

A friend who also suffers from the same condition as me, fibromyalgia, uses one of these hand held infrared lamps to treat her legs, which give her a lot of trouble in the winter with cramping and pain. I too have horrible leg cramps sometimes, and once when I …

I like to use a cornstarch based powder in the summer to keep dry and avoid heat rashes. I used talc for years, but when I learned about its possible health risks for women, I switched to other powders and abandoned the soft but dangerous talc. I have used several …

When my body is achy and sore I like to massage some of the Burt’s Bees Muscle Mend into my body after soaking in a bath for awhile because it helps soothe the aches and pains away in my body naturally. However this pain relieving product is very expensive …

I bought Gaiam Total Body Balance Ball for $30 online, which weighed 3 lbs and was 65 in diameters. As a yoga ball, I can say it was pretty good because it was a great way to help improve my posture. It is also burst-resistant and it was versatile …

I like to use a light spray toner in the summer. I got hooked on the idea when I followed a suggestion and stopped using alcohol based toners, and instead used light moisturizing ones to freshen my face when the weather is hot. I have tried a few that I …

The last time I went shopping for feminine products, I ended up trying something new. I have used Tampax products in the past, but have never tried this particular product. I was in my local Albertson’s grocery store, when I noticed that the Tampax Super Absorbency Tampons with Unique …

I do not like to use maxi pads often, but find that they can be very useful sometimes. I purchased some Smart Sense Maxi Pads Super Absorbency, hoping they would be a good back up to my tampon. I hate the way tampons sit and they sometime allow leakage …

I am always looking for a good pillow because I am a light sleeper, and have shoulder/neck pain. In the past I have had the regular poly-fiber pillows, down-feather, and water pillows. I bought the water pillow from my wellness clinic where I would get my massages …

I am a huge believer in Naturopathy and using natural products to promote my healing and well being. Recently after a bad bout of illness and a really bad ear infection, my immune system was feeling really run down. I couldn’t understand it at first, I had had three …

I have gone to Dr. Nils Foley, MD, several times for a variety of issues, even though he isn’t my primary practitioner. Dr. Foley is a regular treating physician at the new Nextcare Urgent Care on Oracle, near the Tucson Mall. I haven’t had a general practitioner in a …

If you are one of the unfortunate people that can’t see things up close anymore —“ especially when you’re reading (like me), then you probably buy a bunch of reading glasses. I recently purchased the Magnivision RediReaders Reading Glasses in the 250+ power (strength) from my local CVS …

I bought The EatSmart Nutrition Scale upon advise of my friend who is Nutritionist when she learned that I am closely monitoring the nutritional value and contents of the food intake of my aging mother takes everyday. The doctor told me she has to avoid some food contents …

A sharps container is something I would not normally pay to buy, but there were special circumstances around this one. I have diabetes, so I am constantly using lancets to check my blood sugar. I do not take insulin, so I don’t have syringes, but this container is designed to …

My eldest sister has had this nifty gadget for more than a year now, and she wanted to get a new one. She asked if I wanted to have it, for free ofcourse, and she would have it delivered to my house over the weekend. I could see that …

I am sure most of you know about Herbalife. If you don’t know about the detail of the product, at least you know that Herbalife products are normally use by people who want to lose their weight.
Few years ago, I got an offer from my mother’s friend to try …

I really do pride myself on having a bandage for every occassion. Need something on a pinky toe, or your middle knuckle, or an ankle or knee? I’m your gal. Bandages have this strange collectibility to me that I can’t really explain and, honestly, I’ve had some boxes of …

I think the time of the month is the time that every woman dreads. It sometimes becomes a hindrance when you don’t have the right protection to fit your body. I’ve dwindled in both pads and tampons and have some that I like of each. Then there are those …

I have clear skin more often than not and I like to do whatever I need to in order to keep it that way, and I’ve tried a lot of products for preventative reasons and most of them have fallen short, otherwise I’d never have any need for any …

When I was younger and in high school, I never used deodorant, and trust me, that made me quite an oddball to my fellow students as well as a target for secret ridicule from the nastier girls in class. But the reason why I never wore deodorant was for the …

After some serious spring cleaning, my hands were in desperate need of moisturizing and repairing care. Being on a tight budget, I looked for a good product that didn’t cost too much. A lady at the pharmacy counter recommended Coco Butter Cream made by Cococare.
I …

During a recent visit to my sisters place during this summer, I happened to meet with a minor accident. As I was just trying to step out of the car, my little niece unknowingly happened to close the gate of the car. To my horror, I …

Pilates Target Specifics Workout
Pilates is a set of physical routines designed to control muscles through our minds. It is not like bodybuilding where we go to gym lifting hundred of pounds of weights to build muscles. It emphasize on muscle stretching to a level where the muscle releases the …

I bought quite a lot of balls before. I bought Altus Athletic 65 Cm Fitness Ball once for around $25 online because it was hard to buy a fitness ball here. It weighed 2 lb, not too heavy for my frame of 5′8, and it was 65 cm …