Health Reviews
Badger Balm Organic Sore Muscle Rub 2 oz
As a fibromyalgia patient, I have used just about every muscle rub product out there. Many contain the same basic ingredients, and work because of their reliance on the counter-irritant effect that menthol and similar sensation-producing substances produce. They basically stimulate the sensory nerves in the skin so that your …
Sundown Naturals High Potency Biotin 1000 Mcg
I have been trying to grow my hair longer for a while now. I have attempted to adopt a much healthier regimen when it comes to my hair, and I have also become a member of several hair related websites. A lot of the ladies on the …
Phazyme Ultra Strength Gas Relief 180 mg Softgels 100 ct
A few years ago, before I became my mother’s live in caretaker, my mother suffered a prolonged illness after a fall, and I often stayed over to help care for her. I lived out of town, so there was a bit of driving back and forth involved, with …
Acne Soap
The acne on my face was soon becoming an on and off affair. Although they seemed to appear quickly- making them go away seemed to be an uphill task. These pimples seemed to be the only negative factor marring my beautiful face. Although I did get relief using Clindac- …
Desert Essence Organics Body Wash Green Apple & Ginger 8oz
I have always been a fan of Desert Essence products. When I saw that they had a Green Apple and Ginger body wash, I couldn’t wait to try it. I had recently run out of a pear and ginger scented wash that I had become addicted to, and this one …
Sangster’s Phyto-Therapy Immu-Boost
With all the fear about the H1N1 flu, as well as just normal viruses and bugs, I felt that I should purchase some supplement to try to boost my immune system. While I am normally a very healthy person, I usually do catch one bad flu each year, and …
Now Foods Optimal Digestive System
I felt the need for some digestive assistance not too long ago and went off searching for something that might help. Now, my budget for anything extra in my diet was next to none so my search was roughly decided number one by the price of the digestive enzyme …
Banana Boat Ultra Defense Broad Spectrum SPF 50 8 oz
I have very fair skin, and there is also some evidence in my medical history that suggests I may possible have a mild case of lupus. For these reasons, and the fact that skin cancer just doesn’t appeal to me at all, I use strong sun block products when I …
Body Heat Green Apple Warming Massage Oil 8oz
I receive massages often due to having fibromyalgia. To show my partner gratitude for helping me manage the condition, I reciprocate by giving massages back. We have a variety of oils, creams, and products for massage—“ but sometimes I like to just have a little fun and try something different …
J.R. Watkins Deep Muscle Warming Balm
I like to indulge in some outdoor activities on some days and one of the things I like doing the most is playing tennis. I remember when I was a little girl my sister and I would go down to the local park where there was a tennis court …
Reflexology Socks
One of my best friends had gifted me a pair of Reflexology socks on her visit home and kept praising the product till the time she left the place. Initially I found it a little odd receiving a pair of socks as a gift, but as I started using …
Skwoosh Travel Seat Cushion (navy)
I have fibromyalgia, lower back muscle issues at times, and have had episodes of sciatica and minor nerve pain in my legs. I have used a couple of different kinds of cushions that are supposed to reduce pressure to the back and legs and help prevent pain. My favorite one …
Health Mark Back Wave II
I have a variety of products and devices that I use to help relieve my back pain. I have had unexplained and undiagnosed back pain for over 15 years, and in that time, I have found certain things that hep it, and lots of things that don’t. …
Herbal Essences Drama Clean Refreshing Shampoo
I am a huge fan of most of the Herbal Essences products. I mostly prefer to use their conditioners since I do not have a lot of experience using their shampoos. I tend to use a lot of different products in my hair in order to define …
Althea contraceptive pill
With the economic crisis nowadays, I was searching for alternative brands of pills that would cost cheaper than my usual Dianne 35 pill. So I was very convinced to buy this new product in the market that offered women looking for birth control pills with added benefits. …
Ayurveda Hospital/tourism India
Live with nature along with the knowledge of Life. Yes,the term Ayurveda means the ’science of Life’ and is regarded as the oldest form of health care in the world and is based on the inherent principles of nature. During last summer we decided to visit kottakkal aryavaidyasala which …
Derma E Itch Relief Lotion with Tea Tree, E & Chamomile
Over the past several months my skin becomes very itchy and dry at nighttime because of the dry air in our home do to use using our woodstoves. One of the lotions I like to use is the Derma E Itch Relief Lotion with Tea Tree, E & Chamomile. …
Metamucil Pink Lemonade Sugar Free Powder Drink Mix 24.1oz
When I was staying at my aunt’s house for a few days to help remodel, I started having some trouble with my irritable bowel syndrome. In this case it was in the form of watery diarrhea. I was not on any medication at the time for my condition, and …
Abra Therapeutics Muscle Therapy Bath 17 ounce
I purchased this bath soak after reading a review from another fibromyalgia patient who was a big fan. I’ve used several mineral bath soaks, generally formulated for relaxation or muscle pain. I have serious muscle cramps with my fibromyalgia, especially in the winter. Sometimes my …
Curel Hand and Cuticle Therapy Cream 3.5 oz
I was looking for a small lotion to fit into my purse, since I had used the last bit of my Bath and Body Works brand that I normally carry. I found this Curel, and since my hands and cuticles can always use some help, I decided to give it …
Curad Classic Care Sheer Bandages, 40 Count, Assorted
I’ve used all of the major brand of adhesive bandages, Curad included, and it seems we go through a lot because my child and I are really active in the outdoors. That, and we’re majorly clumsy, so we fall or get cut up quite a lot. And, …
Forever Living Aloe First Natural Soothing Spray
Before reviewing this product,I would like to mention that I am big fan of Forever Living products.One friend of mine told me about this brand and since then,I use their products every day.
Although the prices are quite high,the quality is simply amazing! Aloe First spray is always present in …
Hip Hop Abs
The hip hop abs is a weight loss program that is designed to give you a flatter tummy and lose weight in a fun way. It combines fun hip hop dance moves with fat burning standing crunches.
It starts with the basic 3 T’s which are Tilt, Tuck and Tighten. …
Acne Rosacea Moisturizer
This moisturizer was another product I bought along with the Cleansing Lotion from my other reviews. This moisturizer, surprisingly, didn’t do too bad. It claims that it helps with acne while moisturizing the skin (that’s what they all say). I also tried this a while ago when I was …
Honour your flow - feminine hygiene products
I use and applaud http://www.honouryourflow.co.uk/ both as a website and most importantly as a supplier of ethical feminine hygiene products. They stock a large range of re-usable sanitaryware items and have recently started making washable breast pads.
They makes pads, washable tampons, mattress protectors, wash bags and …
SNI Micronized Creatine
I’ve been taking protein for a long time now in efforts of building muscle so I decided to try using the SNI Micronized Creatine as well. I bought it from the local Vitamin Shoppe. The way this product works is that you use it every other month. So, I …
Aveeno Active Naturals Clear Complexion Daily Moisturizer
I have had very oily skin all my life. I could drench a cotton ball in straight rubbing alcohol and wipe down my face with it at least a half a dozen times a day, and my skin STILL wouldn’t dry out from the use of it. I’m not …
Dove Visibly Smooth Nature Fresh 2.6 oz
I am a huge fan of Dove products. I like just about everything they come out with, and have used a few of their antiperspirants and was generally pleased.
The visibly smooth variety is supposed to do something unique. It has a “pro-epil complex” (I’m sure they made that up) that …
All Terrain Antiseptz Gel
I live in a nice area where there is a lot of hiking options to explore. Red Rock just outside of Vegas is one of my favorite places to visit on a regular basis. It’s a bit of a drive, but it’s so beautiful and I like to take …
Biore Pore Perfect Nose Strips
Honestly, I don’t know if I’ve put this in the right category, but to me, anything that will make my skin look better and more refined is definitely a sign of good health, so here it will stay.
I’ve tried Biore products pretty much all the time I was growing up …
Orange Peels (health)
I tend to get extremely dry skin in the winters. As a result, I have found that the cheapest and easiest way to treat my arms and legs is to buy oranges. If you place the skins of any citris fruit in a bath, it will work …
New Placenta by Psalmstre-the secret to fairer skin
I have always been a fan of whitening products that promises to make the skin fairer in a given and attainable timeframe, although sometimes questionable. I tend to get bored with one product that even if it works perfectly for me for the time being, I would opt to …
Vicks BabyRub Soothing Ointment
Count on Vicks to come out with a baby rub! I’ve grown up using vicks products, as my mother always had jars and jars of it around the house (at least two in every bathroom), and used it on my kids. But, I’ve never been particularly okay with the …
Equate Pro Vitamin Conditioner
I have very thick hair, which is also very coarse, so I am forever in need of conditioner. Plus, it is super dry where I live in Las Vegas, Nevada, so it’s even more imperative that I have something to moisturize my hair. In the past I have always used …
Homedics Foot Rejuvenator Luxury Foot Spa
Homedics Foot Rejuvenator Luxury Foot Spa has all you need to pamper your feet. The basic features are Massage, Heat, Infrared Heat, and Bubble Bath. There are 3 different combinations you can choose from:
* Massage / Heat / Infrared
* Massage / Bubbles / Heat / Infrared
* Bubbles / Heat
The …
Sea Quill Vit C-1000 with rose bud
During this rainy season, we (Indonesians) are told to consume lots of vit C, with high dose. Because this is the potential time for disease to spread (cough, influenza, cold), especially during transition time (between dry and wet season).Being a good citizen, i went follow the Minister of Health’s …
Revlon RV440C 1200 Watt Ionic Hot Air Dryer and Styler (blue)
This hair dryer/ styler seemed like the most perfect tool for me ever made. It is slender and easy to hold, uses ionic drying so that it dries hair faster and with less frizz, and it has both an air concentrator attachment and two brush curler attachments. In effect, …
Nihon No Meito Nyuto Hot Springs Spa Bath Salts 450g
I take a hot bath nearly every night to help the symptoms of fibromyalgia. I have always loved bath salts, especially when I learned about how they can help to re balance the minerals in your skin and body. Magnesium in particular is very useful for muscle cramps, which is …
Renew You Anti-Cellulite Body Masque
I stumbled upon Renew You Anti-Cellulite Body Masque one day while I was out shopping at Kmart for nail polish remover. This less than a fluid ounce pack of cream in the form of a body masque is created to give the skin on the thighs and legs …
Kiss My Face Breath Blast Mouth Rinse Vanilla Mint 16 oz
I have been using alcohol free mouthwashes, trying to find the ones that work best and do everything I need them to. When I tried the Spearmint variety of this Kiss My Face mouth rinse, I was pleased with the flavor and the strength, but found that it did not …
Olive Leaf Throat Spray Raspberry Spearmint 1oz
I actually bought this product to relieve a dry throat rather than a sore one. Well, it was bordering on sore because it was so dry, but it was not a cold or infection that caused the soreness. I love olives and anything that boasts olive leaves or oil, I …
Alli Weight Loss Starter Kit
I hate talking bad about products because I know that in some way or another this is something that someone is trying to make money off of. But if it didn’t work for me then it just didn’t work for me. There isn’t much I can say about that. …
Colgate Max White with Mini Breath Strips
My teeth are not white. In fact I have permanent caps on my front teeth, which have discoloured over the years. I discovered Colgate Max White with Breath Strips when my brother purchased it. I tried his and ever since I have been hooked. The line used to have …
Mavala Stop Nail Biting and Thumb Sucking Prevention 10ml
I have thin nails that grow long easily, and I like to keep them long. I am not exactly a nail biter. I’m more of a nail chewer. When I am concentrating on something, or if something is making me nervous, I will unconsciously put a longer portion of a …
Eucerin Plus Intensive Repair Enrich Lotion 16.9 oz
After using one of their facial lotions and being very pleased with the results, I had a look at some of the other Eucerin products available. While I have a ton of various body lotions at home, I did need one that was very basic and could be worn with …
Vi-Gel (Indomethacin) Cream
This analgesic/anti inflammatory cream is indicated for variety of conditions characterized by pain and inflammation like contusion and osteoarthritis. I purchased a 1.0% topical cream when I first had my physical treatment at Pain and Rehab, Megamall Branch. The 15g tube is especially designed for ease of use. It …
Body Lab Gymnasium
In order to keep my workout regime interesting, to complement my weight lifting days at home, I occasionally go out to the Body Lab Gym in Kempton Park as this is the cheapest one of them all that I have information about.
This is a great gymnasium as the mere …
Hugo Naturals Bath Bomb Eucalyptus Rosemary & Mint 6 oz
I use bath salts and bath bombs frequently with my nightly bath. It is an important part of my treatment for the painful symptoms of fibromyalgia. I like to use bath bombs in the winter because of my skin, which gets very dry in cold weather, and also from …
Dabour Chyavan Prash Sona Chandi (herbal tonic)
We Indians very well know the benefits of taking the herbal tonic, which is called as Cyavan prash. Dabour is the name of the company, which produces the chyavan prash. The chyavan prash is the herbal tonic the recipe of which was got from ancient saints. …
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