There are a few things I have tried in life that just didn’t work out for me. Someone well meaning gave me this neti pot because I complained of sinus problems. According to them, this would solve them forever.
This was my first and only neti pot, so I …

I was over a friends house and I needed some body lotions for my dry itchy skin. My friend had some J.R. Watkins Lavender Hand & Body Lotion and I used it. I must say I fell in love with and went out and got some for myself. It …

Over the last few years my kids have begun needing glasses and I had to find someone the insurance we had would be accepted. Although I really was hesitant about using Walmart for glasses and not a regular optical company, I figured how much different than using Sears …

Flonase is a nasal spray that is commonly prescribed to treat indoor and outdoor nasal allergy symptoms. Available by prescription only, Flonase is typically one of the first treatments prescribed by physicians to those who suffer from nasal allergy symptoms.
Through the years, I have suffered from an extremely wide …

When my doctor told me I had high blood pressure, I realized I really need to keep an eye on it. I wasn’t sure how I was going to accomplish this task of recording it and maintaining an accurate log.
Then my mother told me about the Life Source …

In the winter I got a terrible cold which ended up becoming a nasty ear infection. Treating it with antibiotics cured it, but one of my ears has never quite been the same since. After my recovery, I suffered several small relapses, which required a visit to an …

I am not really a fan of exercise videos because I think that they are quite boring and just a way for some to make thousands of dollars. So when I bought this video by Chalene Johnson, I thought that it was just one of those plain old exercise …

Equate: Advanced Recovery Skin Care Lotion worked alright for me. The lotion did help to alleviate that uncomfortable dryness that I sometimes get in my hands, although after I would use the lotion, I never would care for the scent that it leaves behind. All skin care lotions seem …

Now this was an interesting looking bandage, and I was absolutely positive it would work for me. Or rather, for my son. He had, a few years ago, fallen through some ice at the creek near our house and tripped and ended up slicing his ankle to the bone …

Sometime ago I noticed that there was a small wart on my skin. I dreaded the idea that I might have to spend a ton of money to get it removed by a dermatologist when I could use the money for something else.
Thus I resorted to home remedies and …

When I purchased my latest workout at Wal-Mart last week, not only did I find a fun new kickboxing inspired DVD, but I also found out that it contained many handy features.
For starters, this workout contains five 10 minute segments that allow for different …

The Marcy Smith Personal Trainer defines the “home gym”. It covers all major muscle groups, allowing you to blast through a full body workout without leaving the comforts of your own home. The sturdy and heavy duty structure is pretty much “bomb proof”. Its strong steel …

I have oily, blemished skin, so during the day I usually wear some light make-up like foundation and pressed powder to cover up my blemishes. Because of this, I always have to do an extra step at night to make sure no trace of make-up is left on my …

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. …

Since learning about how aluminum in anti-perspirant products can increase your risk of cancer, I have been trying natural alternatives, hoping to find one that works as well as the mainstream ones so I can replace them permanently. I have had a pretty hard time with this, as most of …

Beauty Without Cruelty is a company that takes its cruelty free policies the extra mile. Being a lover of animals, this means a lot to me and I am impressed with their policies. Not only do they not use animal derived ingredients or test on animals, they also refuse to …

Like most people, I have a first aid kit for the home and vehicle. I make sure it is stocked with practically anything I would need in an emergency because we live so far away from help and the hospital. I had a bout a few years …

o.b. is my favorite brand of tampons. There are several things that I like about them but they do have two draw backs.
First the likes: They are so compact that you can hide one in your’ jean pocket if you don’t feel like carrying your’ purse. I like that …

Now that I am not young anymore, I have been dealing with calloused and cracked feet. I would get some pretty good cracks on my feet that would really hurt. I was clueless when it came to foot care. I asked my doctor and she recommended …

Although they can save you money in the long run, cloth pads can be expensive, especially when you’re starting out. Naturally, when I came across these ‘2 for 1 Heavy Days’ cloth pads for $13.55 CDN from Moon Bird Studios on Etsy, I could not resist ordering. I have …

The first thing that I have noticed with this product is the smell of it. The smell of the alcohol is not that strong that would irritate my nose. It is not that confident enough and fresh enough as the Casino Femme but it is also a good alternative …

I’ve always had discoloration as far as my skin tone went. On my face it’s particularly noticeable because I have these huge red blotches, especially around my nose and on my chin. I’ve tried all kinds of things to control the discoloration, even visited a dermatologist, but what it …

I was using this eyeglass frame for five years now and it’s still good. I bought this together with my first eyeglass lens in 2004. The lens has been upgraded several times but this eyeglass frame is still good. That is a good value for the money I spent …

I have always liked a boar bristle brush texture and find that it makes my hair shinier and removes more buildup and dust than others. My grandfather had a big blocky club brush that he used for years and when I died, I took it over. I got so used …

The first time I ever used Solarcaine First Aid Spray was over 20 years ago while on vacation in Florida, and I have been using it ever since.
Solarcaine is an absolute must have tool for any family first aid kit. To begin with Solarcaine really, really works. If you …

Considering this whitening toothpaste is for daily use, rather than to be used as an intensive treatment, I think this is very good. Now, I must point out that, for my sins, I am a heavy smoker and I am also a coffee addict. I am working …

Puritan’s Pride Omega-3 Fish Oil is a 1200 mg, soft gel that contains important nutrients for health such as Eicosapentaenic Acid (EPA) and Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA). EPA and DHA are fatty acids that interact to keep your heart and cardiovascular system healthy. I take Omega-3 Fish Oil in …

When I decided I no longer wanted to use antiperspirants because they contain aluminum, I had trouble finding a deodorant I felt comfortable using. But finally, after what seemed like an eternity of searching the aluminium dominated women’s section of the supermarket deodorant aisle, I found Soft & Dri …

I have been taking Caltrate 600 + D plus minerals with very pleasing results. I had my gall bladder removed 12 years ago(I was 27 at the time) and ever since have had very loose stools. And these were the kind in which I was running to …

I found a very safe natural treatment for menopause called Amberen. Amberen is a healthy choice for menopause. I was listening to the radio one day and heard about this commercial for menopause and was very interested. When it talked about getting rid of hot flashes, …

I’ve been suffering from acne ever since I was 12 years old up until now. I have tried everything from clean and clear, Neutrogena, proactive solution, burst bee just everything I can find over the counter. I have tried everything from home remedies to putting tooth paste on my …

I use bath salts to help relax my body and treat the pain and muscle stiffness of fibromyalgia. My nightly hot bath helps me more than any other therapy ever has, and I don’t know what I would do without it.
I love to use mineral salts in …

All my life, I’ve been very fair-skinned and a toe-headed child. My mother would lather on me layers and layers of sunblock before ever letting me out of the house. As I got older and she figured I was responsible enough to administer that kind of attention on myself, …

I suffer from fibromyalgia, and to help treat the sore muscles, pain and cramping that come with it, I take a nightly hot bath. This has helped more than any other therapy and I credit it with allowing me to have a normal life and normal activity level. I use …

I bought the Automatic Blood Pressure Monitor (BPA-150 model) as a birthday present for my father. Bearing in mind that he is getting older, I had decided he’d need a reliable blood pressure monitor in the house instead of going for regular visits to the hospital to have them …

Despite the fact that it can be dangerous for the enamel, I do whiten my teeth from time to time. However, I usually use toothpaste as opposed to the white strips because of the cost. I really did not want to pay expensive prices to try whitening strips that …

I ran out of facial tissues at work last week and decided to pick up a new box on my way to work this morning. I hate spending too much on something like that (because I’m always afraid people will steal them) so I ended up buying the cheapest …

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 …

I suffer with pollen allergies every year, and some years are worse than others. The only thing that really helps is Benadryl, but taking it makes me so drowsy that I can’t really function well. This means whenever I get invited to an outdoor event, I have a choice—“ either …

I’m not sure I can even express how much I love this product. I was talking to some friends of mine about getting healthy and we’d all sort of made a pact to start eating right and get all our fruits and vegetables in, but all the while I …

I hate bug sprays, but they’ve been a necessary evil in my life. I’ve always been the one during picnics and campouts to get all the bug bites while everyone else is spared the indignity of swatting at themselves. Yes, mosquitos have been known to literally swarm around me. …

The skin on the majority of my body tends to be very dry. During the summertime, I usually develop itchy rashes on the tops of my arms. It does not matter how well I take care of my skin or attempt to take precautions, I still end …

Being a fibromyalgia patient, I am familiar with most brands of pain relief rubs on the market. The nerve disorder causes pain and muscle cramps that require frequent measures to keep me functional. I’ve used regular Icy Hot in the past, and it is a good product—“ as good as …

Since I was a kid I was always biting my fingernails. My parents hated when I was doing it but I just couldn’t help myself although I really wanted that. Everyone was always saying that I was doing it because I was nervous but it is silly to think …

If you suffer from vomiting problem while traveling then Domstal tablet is just the right medicine for you. Previously it was very difficult for me to travel on a long journey because of this vomiting problem, every now and then I had to ask the conductor to stop the …

Several years ago, I unfortunately managed to put on quite a bit of weight. There were a lot of factors behind it, mostly stress related, and as a result of the weight gain and unhealthy lifestyle choices, I was shocked when it sent me to the doctor. I was …

One of the things I’ve suffered from, due to menopause, is an inability to sleep and, once I do manage to sleep, stay asleep. Once I wake up, being able to return to sleep can be very difficult.
When it comes to something like helping with sleep issues, I …

I fell in love with the foaming soaps made by companies like Bath and Body Works and Method. I saw this soap on the shelf and decided I would try the totally organic version too. This is an almond scented soap, so I thought, and I got into those after …

I have suffered from hemorrhoids for years, and in some cases, badly enough to require using a sitz bath. When I had a recent flare up, I was forced to use such a bath—“ but I also still had to perform the daily duties of life, which means no matter …

I am a musician, and a fan of natural products, and I love anything that shows a weird sense of humor. This is why friends knew this product had “me” written all over it. The simple natural combination of tea tree oil (which I love) and witch hazel has been …