I have always been interested in trying out natural remedies. A friend of mine who works in a natural products store is a big believer in Swedish bitters, and although I had never heard of them until I was told about them by him, I decided to take his advice …

I like the idea of using natural and organic products on my face, and I know how high in antioxidants natural fruit is, so when I saw this product it seemed like a perfect option for me. It is a brand that is endorsed by a lot of celebrities, and …

I began making melt and pour soaps several years ago and I order most of my supplies from Brambleberry’s online site. I think their products and customer service are excellent. When I was first starting out, I can remember wondering which one of the bases was best for what …

Coyote Rock Gym, or CRG, is a sporting complex dedicated solely to the love of rock climbing and is conveniently located on St. Laurent boulevard only two exits from downtown. The enticing atmosphere welcomes climbers of all levels, shapes and sizes, inviting them to push their limits.
The climbers …

For years, I have been suffering from acne. I was still 11 years old when I started having those disturbing acne. It does not only lessen my self-confidence but it also ruined my face. Well, it’s not ecause my face was a total damage, but those red spots always …

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 …

When it comes to soap I choose those whitening and with some vitamins that will enhance my skin, because the most important ingredients is it will moisturize and enhance the texture of my skin.
I found this Body Treats Lightening in Watsons here in the Philippines. It is made by …

A friend who was a fan of Life-Flo products talked me into buying their Hemmorrhol cream. She had never actually used it, but was a believer in everything they made. I have had a problem with hemorrhoids since my teens and have tried just about everything both over the …

For the last few days back, I had felt something quite hurting around the centre area of my back. So When I check out- to my shock I discovered that I developed acne in this area which indeed looked just awful and also caused a lot of pain. …

I like the convenience of a spray oil for after I shower. I leave it inside the shower, so that while I am still wet, I can spray and distribute it all over, then towel off, leaving me well moisturized but not feeling greasy, or looking shiny. I tried the …

My uncle is the type of person who does not believe in doctors, he thinks that they use medication as a way to trick you into the system and he works for a holistic treatment company that is in the business of telling customers that they can solve health …

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’ve always been picky about what type of facial tissue I use because I seem to always have a runny nose and don’t want a tissue that’s going to dry out or irritate my nose. For several years, I just suffered with sandpaper-like tissues and sub-par products until …

Sitting for long hours in front of the computer or even while I was travelling left me with a severe neck pain. Though the pain surfaced mainly around my neck and shoulder area- it did make my whole body tired and stressed. In fact sometimes my pain would become …

When I saw this product on the shelf I nearly fell over. An enema that recommended using one every day? I thought that was a no-no. Apparently, since this one is made to cleanse the rectum, and not to relieve constipation or produce any kind of bowel movement, it’s …

United American Tiki Tiki Drops for Baby is perhaps the most memorable multivitamins for Filipina mothers like me. I remember the song the promotional song being aired all the time over the radio when I was young and how I and my mother would sing along with it.
This is …

After hearing so much about how sulfates dry out the hair, I decided to look for a shampoo brand without them, focusing my attention on the “natural” market. My hair has very dry, frizzy, damaged ends, and most shampoos that are not made for dry hair make them even worse.
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Although this is a children’s product, I take it as an adult. It’s not because of the cool cherry flavor, although I do like cherry flavor and would much rather taste that than swallow a capsule.
It’s not even because I don’t like swallowing capsules—“ which I don’t, I …

Listerine mouth wash was one brand of mouthwash that I used to use frequently. Somehow suddenly I left the habit of using it. As I became pregnant and started all the nausea and vomiting, I vbegan to feel the necessity again. I started having the feeling …

With a name like Merry Hempsters, this was one product I had to try. It caught my eye in the store and made me laugh. I have fibromyalgia, and I have become a muscle rub aficionado over the years. This, I believe, is the first one I have used …

I really don’t like bug bites. Not that I know anyone who does. Bug bites seem to happen a lot especially around mosquito time. I normally wear bug repellent when I know I am going to be outside in the evenings. However, sometimes I do …

I’ve been using Dr. Bronner’s Tea Tree Oil Soap for quite some time and couldn’t be happier. I’ve always suffered from very dry skin, especially on my arms and elbows. My elbows have always been very dry, to the point of cracking and at …

I have orders Meladerm Whitening Cream a few months ago because I wanted to whiten my skin. I have used this for seven weeks so far and I can say that I am pleased with it because it is very effective. It comes in a bottle form, and it …

I believe that I should begin by explaining that this pill is not a “drug”. It can be bought over the counter in any vitamin store, is not available as a prescription (as far as I know, that is ) and is also as natural as it comes. …

Slim-Fast shakes truly are a way to help you lose weight in my honest opinion. I have been drinking them during lunchtime every day for about three months now and I have lost almost 60 pounds so far, I also exercise at home using my elliptical to help …

Years ago when I had my first taste of a protein shake, I seriously wondered what all the fuss was about. I mean health and nutrition properties aside; my shake had all the charm of a lumpy glass of water.
Somehow despite robust shaking, there …

Keeping my feet clean and dirt free had always been an uphill task. But the fact that I am a —˜beauty conscious’ person instigates me to always try and put my best foot forward at all occasions. To achieve this end, I always find myself scrutinizing the —˜foot care’ …

Verdict: It makes your hands clean and that is something that is so important these days. We are all a little more concerned about germs these days more than ever with all the bugs/viruses going around and Hand Sanitizer’s have been such a huge market. Before, I was …

Today in America, stress and anxiety are common amongst everyone at one time or another. We think that we can go on vacation for rest and recuperation but most of us are always doing everything in such a rush that even on vacation we are not relaxed. Many people …

I often use Tylenol instead of Advil for pain relief, since the ibuprofen can irritate my stomach if taken for more than a few days. However, Tylenol does not treat inflammation, so when I know my problem is inflammatory, I prefer to use the Advil. I often take the …

Regular Suave Shampoo is what I usually use to wash my hair with. I decided to give the Suave Professional 2 in 1 shampoo/conditioner a try. I purchased the shampoo at the grocery store for $3.00 for a 32 oz. bottle. That was an excellent price for such a …

If the allopathic medicines aren’t giving you the desired results for constipation and gastric problems then I think you should try out this ayurvedic medicine Divya Udaramrit Vati, a Divya pharmacy product. I have been suffering from the gastric problem from a tender age and I consulted plenty of …

Aside from taking up supplemental medicines, I also drink energy boosting drinks. I have tried a lot of energy drinks. I usually drink these stuffs when I need extra energy to finish some certain tasks. Just a few years ago, there was this ad on Extra Joss Energy Drink. …

At my last trip to Whole Foods, which is always a treat because we do not have one locally, I bought a few of their natural health and beauty products. One was this honey mango shave cream by Alba. It comes in a tube, unlike most creams that are aerosol—“ …

Sara Lee Hearty & Delicious Sesame Seed Buns were pretty good overall. These are bigger buns than the normal size of hamburger buns that I’m used to buying. The end result of that is that each package includes only four buns instead of the usual 8 buns.
I …

I have been trying out different natural brands of deodorant in the hopes of finding one that works as well as the aluminum containing mainstream products. I have been wanting to eliminate or at least reduce my exposure to them, because of the risks associated with breast cancer and aluminum …

Himalaya products are pretty much expensive but they aren’t as effective as the product promise to be. Suffering from hair fall problem I have tried my hands on many products and one of them is The Himalaya Hair loss prevention cream. The cream comes in a small 60 ml …

If you ask your doctor for these tests, you might get them done for $300 at the hospital, but you might not even be able to get it done. Doctors have to show accountability to insurance companies that the test was actually warranted because of symptoms. But …

Always Ultra are generally a very good brand of sanitary towel as they have pretty advanced technology to keep you fresh and comfortable, thinking of everything. I tend to buy the long ones for extra protection to use along with tampons as my flow is heavy for the …

Let me start off and say that this product is positively not for a person with sensitive teeth. I am a person with sensitive teeth, and boy did these strips hurt! I also felt a burning sensation in my gums that bothered me even more. The pain and the …

I try to keep my skin very soft and properly exfoliated. I use a variety of scrubs with salt or sugar, or various exfoliating brands of body wash. I also have tools for the shower that help exfoliate my skin. One that is a favorite is my Ayate wash cloth. …

I have tried a great many types of natural deodorants and the majority of them did not work well at all. Although I had tried several Tom’s of Maine deodorants and did not think they worked well, I purchased this one simply because I loved the smell of the lemon …

The world is getting dangerous and more polluted. And as a result of these, so much threatens your health. I eat lots of fruits and vegetables to maintain good health. However, there are times when I have no time to purchase fresh fruits and veggies. In times like this, …

After using a few of the wonderful bath soaks made by Aura Cacia, and especially loving the ones with eucalyptus, I decided these folks know what they are doing—“ so when I went to replace my eucalyptus essential oil, I was delighted to find that they sold their own version. …

It’s been over thirty years since the sensation that is the Atkins’ diet began. It’s still the most controversial weight loss program to date - vegetarians and mainstream health organizations decry it’s high-fat, low-carb, meat-consuming prescription for obesity. For the most part, testimonies don’t lie, numbers of the …

I would never have gotten to try this product if I did not have a friend who got perks. I got to enjoy a full bottle of it free—“ simply because she got one and didn’t want it. That was quite a treat, as the product costs nearly a …

I have to say that having long straight hair is an advantage to me, I really don’t need to go to the salon every now and then to do some hot oil or maybe have my hair relaxed or maybe have a hair spa or any other treatments that …

I was a patient of Dorothy Tucker in Dr. Paul Gee’s office (also called Dottie), who is a nurse practitioner here in Tucson, for two years. I left about two years ago due to insurance and billing issues with the office she was working out of at the time. …

I spend every chance I get to go outdoors and soak up the sun by relaxing by the lake while reading a book, or by barbequing dinner for my family on the patio, or when I take a daily afternoon swim in the pool to get some aerobic exercise. …

The Breathe Right Nasal Strips actually works. I usually use pills such as Reactine to help me sleep better at night. However, the Breathe Right strips did the trick. I actually tried out their free sample because they guarantee that no drugs are involved. After trying out the …