As young boy growing up with a mother who is a Pharmacy graduate of the University of Sto. Tomas in the Philippines, I was well informed about substances, their use and their sources. One such substance which is very basic in relation to health and wellness especially for children …

I have been experiencing severe headaches right from my teen years and always dreaded taking pain killers to help me get some relief. Due to this fact, I always tried using natural aids help me get rid of the pain. One of my favorite among them has always been …

I used a lot of yoga mats before. I bought Da Vinci Yoga Mat from a store on the web since it is hard to find yoga mats which are good, at a local store. I purchased it online at a cost of $25 which was not bad because I …

I was having a discussion about soap making and pure ingredients and scents with a friend who is also interested in the subject. We got onto the topic of classic lavender French soaps, and she began telling me about her favorite, Pre de Provence, which she buys at places …

I decided in my early forties that it was time to begin to take care of my self and lose weight the healthy way. October 2009, I went to Sportsmart Authority store and purchased their HealthRider Exerplay 200, which contains the Jillian Michaels fitness training SD card. …

Unfortunately, I have been one of those youths who had to deal with severe acne breakouts. At the time, I didn’t know how to properly care for my skin, so I was all over the place with different products and make-ups and even the dreaded pancake make-up which was …

I usually use Q-tips to clean my ears, but you aren’t supposed to put them inside the ear. That means that the wax can build up quite badly inside the ear. In order to clean the wax out of the inside of the ear, I decided to try Murine …

I had seen similar products on commercials and was always curious about these twist boards as a way to exercise. The claim is that you simply stand on the board and twist from side to side and this will tone your abs, strengthen back, and improve balance. …

Bella ultra thin sanitary pads are the topic for me to share my experience with for now. Actually I use the other branded sanitary pads for me, but, once when I had been to the picnic with my friends, I got periods un expectedly and I borrowed some …

As my elderly mother’s care giver, I was in charge of changing bandages after both her leg surgery and a mastectomy. I became an expert of tape and gauze. My mom has sensitive, thin skin, and the adhesive from the tape was really bothering her. We tried switching to paper …

When I gave birth to my daughter I had a stay in Providence Memorial hospital. I can say it wasn’t the most pleasant stay, but I guess it wasn’t the worse one either. I had a cesarean so had to stay in the postpartum ward for about three days. …

As I don’t eat meat it’s important for me to make sure that I’m getting a balanced diet, and one vitamin group that I’m in danger of missing out on is B-vitamins. I know that I should take a multivitamin tablet each day, and every so often I …

Halls brand of cough drops, cherry flavored, work really well when it comes to soothing a cough and relaxing a sore throat. I take one, and usually under a minute, I start noticing the relief build inside of me. My coughing is curtailed and the urge to cough is …

Vilantae stands out as a very interesting acne treatment because of the fact that it is not a simple topical cream. It is actually a formula that you need to take as medicine, 3 times daily right after the main meals. Its purpose is not to cure acne but …

These are Tesco’s own brand of extremely cheap and cheerful press-on sanitary towels that retail at the astonishing price of 14 pence for ten towels. These sanitary towels are of such low performance that it is only because I went through a period of unemployment that I bought …

After my temporary hair straightening treatment showed signs of fading away, I found my hair return to its original self. My hair which looked straight, soft and silky earlier, now felt so rough and frizzy, that it almost looked unhealthy. The fact that I wasn’t planning for yet another …

I don’t get a lot of problems with my stomach or of going to the bathroom. But, when I do it is quite a tough one. I get constipated for days which is really a feeling I detest, probably worse than diarrhea. I usually use old remedies …

A really like body lotion I like to use while giving and receiving a massage is Zum Body Shea Butter & Meadowfoam Seed Oil Body Lotion in Lavender Lemon. It is nourishing to the skin and body and calming to the mind and spirit.
This body lotion is completely …

We have containers of hand wash all over my house. I have probably three or four in each bathroom and in the kitchen, and even the laundry room where there is another sink. I’m a little compulsive when it comes to making sure there’s a cleaning product within reach, …

What I appreciate uppermost with this drops, is the small individual plastic vial thingies. Each comprises just a couple of drops. It is supposed to be utilized only once and even called a »single use container«, but I regularly use one vial at least twice. It is easy to …

An important aspect in daily hygiene is to brush yoour teeth about twice a day. At night time and in the morning as well. Ordinary Toothbrushes are ok for brushing, but you really need something that will be able to clean your teeth and get into all those …

I personally pride myself on making sure that my body has all the necessary vitamins, minerals and supplements that it needs to carry out my daily life. I am a regular in the gym, and therefore, can not risk illness or injury which would disrupt my personal plan. I …

About a month ago, I had a few friends coming to visit. We were going to go camping that weekend and I realized that I may have to deal with my feminine time while trying to camp and canoe. I wanted something that was going to last me for …

When I was working on an outdoor project with a family member, we noticed that there were a lot of wasp nests around the area where we were working. We found a couple of them, but after repeated searches, we were still seeing wasps flying around and could not …

I remember when I saw this new toothbrush advertising on television, Colgate’s 360 Toothbrush with Cheek and Tongue Cleaner, I never thought I would buy one for myself because I do agree that dental hygiene is important but I already had my method for cleaning my tongue and gums.
Well …

One other supplement found in my collection of herbal and natural health products is yet another mushroom extract from the 18 day old Ganoderma Lucidum hybrid mushroom cultured and developed in Malaysia by the DXN Ganodrema farms of Dr. Lim Siow Jin a noted doctor in the field of …

I have really long hair, and it’s naturally straight but it’s always frizzy and tangled. One day, I saw the commercial of Mane & Tail shampoo on TV and the commercial said that the shampoo will make your hair grow longer, softer, and straighter. Being desperate, I asked my …

I take fish oil on a regular basis for lowering cholesterol and general health issues. I was a little skeptical about using a store brand, but because the price was really good, I decided to try the Rite Aid brand. They offer 175 softgels of 1,000 mg each, and it …

This is a sticky patch that is placed on burns and scalds. The are like bandages for burns. One box contains 5 large patches.
Since I cook a lot, I keep these on hand for occasional burns caused by accidentally touching or rubbing against hot pans and dishes. It …

I was told to take calcium for bone health and because my diet lacks it. I have also been told to take magnesium, because it is important for heart function and essential for muscles and nerves to work properly. In addition, I normally take a multivitamin and several supplement for …

Dr Scholl’s is a company that knows feet and in general I have always been happy with their products. I am diabetic, and even before I was diabetic, I used insoles in my shoes. I used to work in retail and stood on my feet for long hours. …

This is the best massage oil I have ever tried and also my husband’s favorite. I was looking for an aromatic oil online to use every time my nose was clogged. I used to put few drops of White Flower oil on a tissue and inhaled it to unclog …

I am an African American woman and my hair needs a lot of moisture and care. During last winter I was feeding it too much protein after washes so it began falling out tremendously!! I did research to figure out the fastest way I could grow my hair back …

The last electric shaver I’ve been using just got terrible after awhile, I just couldn’t stand it anymore. I don’t know if its the blade that got dull or what, but I was just getting frustrated with the results I was getting. Every time I used it, I would …

When I saw a tall, black, slightly leaning shaped bottle of Giovanni D:tox body wash in my shower, I didn’t know who had put it there. I later found out that my partner had—“ and thought it might be a good product for me. I had been complaining about the …

Colgate provides consumer a variety of oral care products. And since I was a child, a trade name Colgate has been already a part of my daily care life. When it comes to toothpaste I only trust Colgate. Among the toothpaste flavors the Colgate has, the Maximum Cavity Protection …

I take a nightly hot bath soak to help treat the symptoms of fibromyalgia, and also to relax and sleep better. I have a lot of fun trying out new bath products, and it has become a big hobby trying out different brands and fragrances. Some products are better for …

I have been using Crest Pro-Health Toothpaste in Clean Night Mint for the last couple of months and I must say it gets my teeth squeaky clean. I even like the clean cooling mint taste it has and I am not a big fan of mint at all.
The …

I go through too many problems with my urinary tract and urinary health. I don’t always know what the best route to take is when I run into these issues. My mother being a nurse suggested that I start a daily regiment of cranberry supplements to insure that I …

This review is for the Philphs Sonicare Elite toothbrush. I have the 7000 model, but I am assuming that other models are very similar in quality. I love this toothbrush and cannot wait to brush my teeth. It really does give you that just from the …

We live backed up to wooded acreage and there is a swamp on the back half of the property. That means Michigan mosquitoes, especially in late summer. As our property is too large of an area to hit with foggers or similar large plot area insecticide and I don’t …

I have irritable bowel syndrome and GERD. When it was recommended that I take a probiotic along with fiber to help manage the IBS symptoms, I tried several brands and types. One that I used was this one made by Dr. Weil. I trust Dr. Weil’s advice since he …

After birth, I think this goes to all mother’s out there, one thing that adds frustration alongside with the ‘post-partum’ is the weight gained after that 9 months. I gave birth to a healthy baby boy back in 2010. I particularly has a bigger built than usual Filipinas …

I always believed that a good massager was a great asset to anyone who possessed it. With some great massagers in my kitty, I always felt that a massager helped me tackle my body ache in a rather independent and effective manner. I would leave no opportunity of getting …

I have been doing vertical jump bible for a month now and I absolutely love it. The workouts are great and they bring great results. Kelley Bagget has put together great workouts that will improve your vertical jump tremendously. I have gained three inches in only …

When I was having some allergy symptoms, I sent my partner to the store to pick up some allergy relief. I asked for Benadryl, and some kind of natural supplement or remedy for allergies. (I wanted to cover all the bases because I had a meeting to cater soon and …

I had access to a hot tub when I was living in Texas for a few months, and it was wonderful for my fibromyalgia to let the water gently massage my sore muscles. I normally took a hot bath indoors to treat the symptoms, and one thing I really missed …

I love to use essential oils to make aroma therapy blends for use around the house, and also for health related conditions. I have fibromyalgia, and often make oil and lotion blends using essential oils to help treat and relax my muscles. I had been using a basic pallette of …

Lately, I’ve had a need for a bigger band-aid than just the average size and decided to try Band-Aid - Medium Adhesive Pads. These comfort-flex bandages come ten in a box for a pricey $4.50 and up mark. That’s a lot of money for just ten of these …

I hurt my elbow when I tried to stop a very heavy box that was going to fall off a high shelf. I should have let it fall. I pulled tendons in my elbow that hurt for months afterwards.
I took anti inflammatories and tried to do the …