Usually the time I work out and try to get in shape is during the spring, before summer hits and it’s time to put on a swim suit. I do some weight training, Pilates, and walking mostly, nothing too heavy or intense. I had seen other …

Any One Know about the New Nike+ Sportband 2.0 that people have been Raving about? Let me Tell you why I love it.
Here is the scoop, the New Nike+ Sportband 2.0 is a Nice piece of Equipment for Runners of All kinds. The one Catch to this is you …

One of the greatest problems I experience during the winters is dry chapped lips. The fact that the cold winds outside often make my lips dry, smiling or even opening my mouth to eat became a matter of concern. This situation made me feel quite uncomfortable and uneasy …

It seems like everywhere I go, I have to use a different kind of soap. Every time I go home during s college vacation, my parents have a different kind of soap in their shower. I don’t know how they deal with such inconsistency in their life, but they …

My periods are pretty heavy for the first two days and when I go to bed I like to use sanitary protection that is more heavy duty than my daytime one as it is a pain to be woken in the night because you are leaking. I first …

I went to this hospital facility as early as 30th week into my third pregnancy. I was diagnosed with gestational diabetes, so my obgyn asked me to do the non-stress test (NST) to check the status of my baby twice a week. Compared to last 2 family birth centers …

I always loved using various kinds of bathing bar soaps which I found different and rather interesting. Since there are so many varieties of soaps available in the market —“ it sometimes became quiet confusing for me to select a particular kind of soap. But in order to …

I am a regular user of Noxzema skin cream, so I trusted the brand when I picked up these razors. They have four blades, and that seemed like it would give a really close shave. I was hoping for razors that would glide easily, and keep me from having to …

One of my children had an appointment with this doctor at Phoenix Children’s Neurology. It was a new patient appointment so it was our first time seeing this doctor. We have not had very good experiences with previous Neurologists, however Dr. Alarcio was different. She is the first Neurologist …

Lip balms have always been my favorite fashion accessory and I had loads of them (with different flavors) all over the place. In fact I husband even jokes about it saying that I could easily open up a store of lip balms with my collection. But still I if …

Boiron is a well known-manufacturer of homeopathic medicine. Unlike ordinary medicine, homeopathic ones are known to be safe and natural. I actually heard about Boiron through my yoga class. When I went to the store to buy Occilococcinum, I was surprised to find out that (1) homeopathic medicine is …

Unfortunately like many other people in this world I have struggles with dandruff. It is embarrassing to have a flaky scalp and I cant stand the itchiness that is accompanied by dandruff. I started using Himalaya Herbals Anti Dandruff Shampoo and within just a few days I noticed my …

I have had mixed experiences with Rusk products. Some I liked really well, others I felt were not worth the price. When a friend was telling me how she handled her thinning hair issue—“ something we share—“ she mentioned this product and said I should give it a try. …

As a woman I think it is very important to stay fresh as I possibly can. Also, as a woman, I feel that I can sweat more than the normal. I always find myself using strong deodorants for best results. I wanted to make sure that my whole body …

Nearly two years ago, I purchased my first menstrual cup. It was the Diva Cup and believe me, I wanted to fall in love with it but unfortunately, it just wasn’t the cup for me. I was really disappointed. For some reason, my initial reaction was ‘if I didn’t …

Monthly visitor as we all know and I do find it difficult sometimes to do what I want since I am so conscious of what I am doing specially checking my pants or skirt every now and then if I have a stain or what. Most of the sanitary …

Having thoroughly enjoyed the Quick Fix Total Cardio Mix DVD fitness program, I jumped at a chance to try The Quick Fix Total Toning DVD when I found it on Amazon recently. I really like ten minute workouts, as they allow you to mix and match different …

I bought these masks to assist me when I was doing yard work. I have some seasonal pollen allergies, and I was told by a doctor that this could reduce the symptoms.
I did not find these masks to be very effective or pleasant to wear. The band kept getting caught …

This Expecta Lipil is a Soft gel capsule specially for Pregnant and nursing moms.It has rich DHA which is for the development of brain and eyes of the baby.When the pregnancy has been confirmed it is recommended to take one capsule in a day for giving the necessary …

Right before Christmas I was out picking up a few stocking stuffers and stopped by the Dollar General. I was searching the isles when I found a shake weight. I was skeptical but I picked it up to take to the register. I had the cashier check the price …

I love to try Ayurvedic products, and this one looked like one I would really like. It is actually blended in India. It has no synthetic color or fragrance and no animal ingredients or testing. Kokum butter is a very nourishing substance that contains essential fatty acids to strengthen skin …

If you have had a baby with nappy/diaper rash, then you may have heard of Sudocrem!
Sudocrem is an antiseptic healing, barrier cream. It is mostly used by parents in the treatment of nappy/diaper rash, but it can be used for insect bites, minor burns, cuts, grazes etc;
It comes …

This marks my third “uneventful” attempt at understanding the so called zinc and acne connection. I say uneventful because I’m unable to milk anything out of zinc supplements in general. The way a lot of online content peddle the positive facts about Zinc, it sounds like a …

I think this is a good product because it does exactly what it says it does, no more or less. This Hard Skin Softening Cream from Scholl softened the hard skin on my feet from the first application, which shows how intense it is. My hard skin …

I have been looking for a light and natural conditioner I can use just for rinsing out my hair on days when I don’t want to shampoo it. I don’t want any artificial ingredients, I just want it to add some body and refresh the hair. When I was checking …

There are a lot of boxing and kickboxing gyms in California but few are as top of the line as Boxing Works in Hermosa Beach. Boxing works has been in the business of training people for the ring, self-defense, and fitness for several decades now. Whether you are completely …

When I was shopping, and saw the word “buttercream” on a jar of salve, I think my diabetic subconscious sweet-craving alter ego took over and implanted the image of a huge buttercream frosted cake in my mind. I had to look more closely at the product.
I love butter …

I have never tried acupuncture, or any other alternative medicine procedures before, and I never expected to. Even if I ever had such things covered by my medical plan, I admit to being a self-diagnosing and self-curing individual; I tend to try to through any medical issues and injuries …

I am a massage therapist and have recently needed to use a wrist brace for my right wrist. I bought a Mueller wrist brace from Wal-Mart about three weeks ago and the pain has gone away. The great thing about it was that it was fairly inexpensive, about $15.00 …

I am a person prone to migraines and so my headaches (sometimes mild and sometimes severe) just seem to resurface every now and then- making life impossible for me. Recently during one of visit to my friends place, I happened to encounter a severe headache. Since I was very …

There have been very few times in my life that I have been this stressed. And yes, although it is a ‘good’ stress, but really, when you think about it, when has stress every really been good FOR you? Exactly, my point. And yes, even though I am thrilled beyond …

I have a sensitivity to the strong mint flavors used in most of the mainstream toothpaste brands. If I use them, I end up not brushing as long as I should because of the mint burning my mouth, so it is best for me to use children’s formulas which have …

My pediatrician has recommended C-4-KIDS drops as a vitamin c supplement for my baby daughter. The medicine is distributed by Terramedic Incorporated and comes in 5 ml pack. According to the company, vitamin C increases body resistance against stress, colds and other infections that are quite common for infants. …

The human body definitely needs adequate calcium supplementation since it keeps our bones and joints strong. Without it, especially for aging individuals, it can result in osteoporosis. In simplest terms, our teeth, bones, and joints can get brittle and can break easily without enough calcium supply.
My mother …

I like to use a moisturizing body wash in the winter to help combat dry skin. I have used several of the Olay washes, and liked the effects on my skin, so I decided to try the Calm Release scent. I like calming scents, and expected it to be soft …

Wanting to lose weight is not a new issue for most women. Most of us always want to lose weight! And even if we do, we always want to lose some more. I am in the same page with most women. I wanted to lose a little weight (just …

Pimples has been a problem of mine for years. Since I was in my teenage years, I’ve been battling this problem. Until now that in my mid-20’s I am still having this problem. There are products that made me satisfied and boosted my confidence. But I think, there is …

I was looking for a natural sunscreen and came along Avalon Organics Lavender Moisture Plus Lotion with SPF 18 and I must say it was just what I was looking for. The lotion was rich and creamy and helped moisturize and protect my skin from the sun and dry …

I take a regular multi vitamin daily to boost my general health, and I have been experimenting with different brands. I like the idea of the multivitamins that contain green foods, enzymes and probiotics. Since I have used Now Foods vitamins before, I wanted to try their version of this …

I normally use floss picks instead of dental floss, and because I use them daily as well as whenever I feel I need to between meals, I go through quite a few of them. This has led me to purchase inexpensive ones. Some are better than others—“ I have …

I was a bit skeptical about trying this product after a bad experience with another product in a similar line made by Nivea. Although in general, I like their products, I used a shower wash before that actually made me itch all over for several days, and I have shied …

I am, ultimately, a woman of convenience. The easier I can make my life the happier I’ll be in the end and, as a result, the happier everyone around me will be too, because I will undoubtedly make their lives as miserable as I feel mine is! But, it’s …

Landice L7 LTD Treadmill With Pro Sports Trainer is a sort of an odd ball among treadmills. Priced at $3,000, it is a bit too expensive to be bought for home use, and yet it’s not sturdy enough for commercial use in a gym. According to the manufacturer, it …

I just have to share my opinion about this spa.
I newer was a spa person, and was going there only if I was invited to the girl’s day out or received a gift certificate for a spa. At the end of last year I heard about new Escape Away …

I like this little simple piece of home gym equipment and it has worked in many ways for me. I have noticed considerable gains in the size and strength of some of my larger muscle groups, particularly the back muscles, shoulders and chest area muscles.
I do however find that …

I have mixed feelings about this product. On the one hand, it does do what it claims. With the hydrogen peroxide action, it debrides mouth sores, removes particles, kills germs and cleans the mouth. I have used it several times—“ when I purchased it, I did not know that …

I found my new Method 20/20 workout with Jennifer Kries in the most unlikely of places the other day. While I had gone out to pick up some paper products and toothpaste at a local Walgreens, I was unexpectedly and quite pleasantly surprised at the sight of …

I’ve been searching for this brand for few months; it’s been always sold out in my country. I really like the colors they offer, and also it’s quiet cheap (with a good quality for colored soft lenses). I was firstly introduced by a friend of mine who got addicted …

When my hair was looking a bit dull and drab, I decided to try out a new conditioner. I had just read something about keratin and how good it was for revitalizing hair, so I chose this Mill Creek product. I admit, the fragrance was part of the reason it …

It wasn’t until about two years ago that I ever had a real problem with foods that caused gas or an upset stomach. But, all of the sudden, for like a three week period, I was having stomach cramping, and was spending a lot more time in the bathroom …