Among other aliments, I have allergies. I happen to have indoor and outdoor allergies. I take prescription allergy medicines. However, I can still end up with a stuffy nose at night time. It can really bug me not to be able to breathe through my …

When I recently ran out of my favorite honey flavored lip balm, I wanted something that satisfied my sweets craving as well as it did. When I was looking in the store, I came across the Aubrey Organics lip balms. I have used their products before and liked them, but …

Trying to lose weight the right way has become an obsession of mine. I know regular diet and exercise doesn’t always work and I could use a little help with controlling my diet. Lately, I have become so overwhelmed with the countless number of weightless products on the market …

In the last few weeks, I had been experiencing a severe shoulder pain- for the reasons best unknown to me. The pain which thrived right in the middle on the upper side of both my shoulders was making me feel very uncomfortable and irritated. I found it really difficult …

I love flower essences, aroma therapy, and all those wonderful sensual products available in the alternative medicine markets. When I discovered Life Living Flower Essences and their products, I had to try out a few. The first product I tried was one that offered me something interesting—“ energy for my …

When winter is just around the corner and the cold begins to creep through the window and into your front door, it can have a drastic effect on your family. The changes in the weather, no matter the time of the year, can all spark off such illnesses as …

Yes, America has developed yet another form of addiction and treatment centers are being built as we speak. The newest addiction trend? Cell phone addiction. Yes, I recently heard on several news stations that cell phone addiction is becoming one of the most common forms of …

For the first time ever, I availed of a monthly gym membership at Gold’s gym. It was my friend who got me in at a discounted monthly rate of Php1150, as his gym buddy, as it was one of the benefits of his company. The membership included …

It took a debilitating wrist injury to finally convince me to consider buying an electric toothbrush. Every now and then, I get this pain on my wrist after spending long hours fiddling the keyboard and mouse. This neuritis has been affecting my normal activities. The acute …

Let me just say that as someone who will have to be on prescription pain medication the rest of their life I have mixed feelings about prescription painkillers. On one hand I believe that they are a lifesaver, because I know that I wouldn’t be able to make …

A few days back, when I happened to suffer from severe cold and cough, I happened to use this product called J.R Watkins Menthol Camphor rub. Though I had been using —˜Vicks vapor rub’ for quite a few years, I happened to pick up this product only out of …

I don’t generally use aerosol cans of anything, but thought that I would try Arrid Extra Dry Deodorant to see if it really was better than other brands of deodorants. I have tried just about every deodorant there is and this would just be a way of seeing if …

One of the things I like about living in Brussels is that even though it is a city, there are numerous parks all over the place. The house where I live at the moment is very near to a vast and nice park. My kids often go there for …

I take a multivitamin for my general health, and I have tried a variety of types and brands. A relative was using this oxygenating vitamin drink instead of a vitamin pill, and I became interested in it when I smelled it in her drinking glass. It was the blackberry …

I have fibromyalgia, and have used just about every muscle rub product on the market, from mainstream to natural and alternative, and I have even made a few of my own.
This one by Aloe Life is one that I tried awhile back, after having some good experiences with …

This flavor of Emergen-C was too bland for my tastes. I like the more flavorful lemon-lime and tangerine flavors because I like rich drinks that taste great. Mild drinks I’m not so fond of, and this is a mild drink to be sure. I think I can taste some …

I really enjoyed going to Curves it was a great place to have a good workout!
The best thing about Curves is it does not take hours to do a workout. It only takes 30 minutes of your time to do a circuit of a variety of exercises.
Another great thing …

Smooth 9.3 Series Treadmill has no side handles to hold onto. Not even those tiny ones I had listed as a disadvantage in my previous reviews of some other treadmills. None. To me, it’s a deal killer. From what I’ve heard, even people without any balance problems can suddenly …

A friend of mine told me that to reduce the chances of heart problems; I should look into getting more Omega-3 fatty acids into my diet. I didn’t really understand what they were. I asked my doctor about it when I went for my next visit.
Sure enough, my doctor …

I have used a few products made by Alba and I generally like them. I use a shave cream in the summer for my legs, to help moisturize. Although soap works pretty well for shaving, if it stays on the skin longer than a few seconds, I have found …

If you are looking for an affordable place to work out this is it. They are located at 105 Chambers St New York, NY 10007. The telephone number is 212-267-7949. There is nothing fancy about this place, but if you are looking for a good work out, …

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 …

When I had a health scare, I became pretty fanatic about exercising, and so I got myself a few machines, added a few routines like jogging and biking, and bought other odds and ends to try and turn my health around. One of the items I wanted was a …

I did not actually own one of these, but used one regularly for several weeks while staying with a friend. My friend has COPD, and thought this might be beneficial for her breathing problems. I am diabetic and have fibromyalgia, and I am sure there must be some …

I have a problem with most of the adult toothpastes on the market. The mint flavors are so incredibly strong, that I cannot tolerate the burning sensation they cause. This leads to me not brushing long enough because I want to get it out of my mouth, which of course, …

I hate poison oak. It is itchy and ooze and a very irritating type of rash to get. One of the best natural treatments I used to help cleanse and soothe my poison ivy rash was the All Terrain Poison Ivy & Oak Soap. This soap helped not only …

Who of us hasn’t had trouble sleeping once in awhile? When you do have problems it can be aggravating to say the least. For whatever reason, we can choose to either go to our family doctor or look for something over-the-counter.
That is how I ended up buying the Equate …

I suffer from canker sores from time to time due to some of the medications I am on that causes mouth sores. One of my favorite oral rinses to use to help cleanse, treat and heal my canker sores naturally is the Eco Dent Ultimate Essential Mouth Care Rinse. …

This simple organic lip balm is one I picked up when I had forgotten to bring a chapstick with me when I was on vacation. It has shea butter, olea oil (whatever that is) beeswax and lanolin. That’s a pretty basic formula that should be hard to screw up!
Amazingly, …

I like to use insoles in my summer shoes to keep them from slipping. Most sandals and dress shoes I wear in bare feet, and sometimes it can get a bit slippery if my feet sweat, making the shoes uncomfortable. When I was out shopping, I happened to see …

I have suffered from severe joint problems in my fingers, knees and back at times and the pain has limited my mobility on its worst days. While I try to use as many natural solutions to this as possible, there are days, especially when I have to go out …

Since I’m on a roll here talking about bug bites and such I figured another good stop on the products-I’ve-used train is with this Sting Eze Quick insect bite relief because where the bug repellents fail me, a good bite relief product usually makes me feel better. I can …

I recently started taking a new medication which has had me experiencing some negative side effects. The worst one has been acne bumps on the sides of my face and my chin. I have tried a lot of different acne products in the past, the majority of …

Having bad breath and an unclean mouth is something that literally drives me crazy. I try to use whatever I can to keep my mouth clean and fresh throughout the day. I like to use mouthwash, because I feel it kills germs and keeps me from ever getting gingivitis. …

The Colgate PreviDent 5000 Booster can only be obtained from a prescription to strengthen your teeth more quickly then other toothpastes and fluoride rinses. When you need to boost the fluoride for your teeth, Colgate PreviDent 5000 Booster is an excellent product.
One thing that I noticed after using …

I had some issues a few years ago with gum disease. Through diligence and with a dentists help, I got them straightened out. Now, I get very worried if I see any signs of inflammation in my gums as I really don’t want to go through all that again. …

I gave this SAS Group Neckline Slimmer a try after I heard good testimonies about it. I have a double chin problem which although not really bad is already bothering me. I am not fat but why do I have a double chin? I’ve done lots of …

According to its advertisement, the easy way to a flat tummy is through using Sauna Belt. It is very enticing especially that most of us have busy schedules and spending time in the gym is often impossible. I have been looking for this kind of solution because when I …

I have diabetes, and I have been experiencing neurological symptoms for a few years. This includes tingling, burning and odd sensations in my hands, feet and legs.
After going to a seminar on diabetes treatment, I became interested in the idea of using alpha lipoic acid as a supplement. …

I had tried many different ways of losing weight since my last child was born three years ago. I tried exercising, but ran out of steam before I could be benefitted. I tried the low calorie, low carbs, low fat, and even tried Wieght Watchers. I also tried various …

I had these little rough dry itchy flaky patches of skin all over my body due to my eczema until I started using the Shea Natural Original Whipped Shea Butter. I love this shea butter skin care product because it is only shea butter and nothing else. I also …

In the summer, I have stubborn oily skin. I often have outbreaks of pimples, especially if I get sweaty, or have to wear a lot of sun block in hot weather. I struggle each year with what treatments to use. It is a delicate balance—“ the wrong cleanser, moisturizer or …

I have a tendency to suddenly jump up and start dancing if a song I like comes on the radio and I also have a tendency to sit for a long time at my computer and both activities have caused me to pull the muscles in my back numerous …

I decided to undergo warts cauterization two years ago because I noticed that it was spreading on my neck and some in my face. I went to Borough Medical Clinic to consult a dermatologist and I can say that the doctors there specifically in dermatologist clinic are the nicest …

If you have ever suffered from plantar fasciitis, or “heel spur” as it is sometimes called, you know how miserable it can be. Years of working in a retail job where I stood for long hours took their toll on my poor heels and I developed severe pain in …

I suffer with dry eyes on and off, usually due to computer work and long nights. My eyes become irritable and painful and may even keep me awake at night with burning and foreign body sensations. I’ve been using Systane brand lubricant drops and have been very happy with …

A friend sells it to me for a not so affordable price of PHP 300. She said that the vitamin is worth of use and paying the price of PHP 300 is a gift. I asked her, what would I get with this vitamin? she answered, many. Therefore, I …

I have tried a variety of homeopathic products in the past. I always want to believe in them, but most of the time they turn out to be less than effective. Sometimes, I had to say they are a complete waste of money all together.
Here is one …

My daughter has had several broken fingers and jams them more times than I can remember. She is one that cannot tolerate any pain and she cries uncontrollably over a simple splinter. So, my home-made splints were really no good for her because her fingers would move …

About once every spring or summer, a friend asks for my sister and I to help her clean up her yard. Usually it is her cottage’s yard or her elderly, but adorable, uncle’s. It is nice to get away from our city and go to the nearest one, especially …