Pre-surgery, I never worried about the scarring involved in surgical incisions, cosmetically. Post-surgery, I indeed acquired a souvenir in the form of a hypertrophic scar. A readily available topical scar gel, over the counter in drugstores, was the Dermatix Ultra scar treatment gel.
It was only a year …

I use hot bath therapy to treat my fibromyalgia symptoms. I use a variety of additives to keep it interesting and fun, but sometimes they are also added for their health benefits. This is the case with bath salts. There are various kinds of mineral salts for the bath, and …

I have combination skin that has a tendency to be very dry in the winter, with flaking and itching, and very oily in the summer with occasional breakouts of adult acne. One summer I tried several types of solid black African soap, and since it was only needed for awhile, …

I bought Agile Fitness Yoga Mat for a price of $15 with a $3 shipping cost online, at an auction. It comes with 3 colors - black, blue and yellow, and are stored inside a yoga mat holder. I paid thru Paypal and was mailed to me in 15 …

It’s very rare for me to find office shoes that are comfortable and affordable. I love wearing closed-heel shoes but the affordable ones gave me blisters on my heels to the point that I thought that my feet are not cut-out for this …

My husband is 65. Being of his age, and having fallen and sprained his ankle so badly that the doctor said it would have been less painful had he broken the ankle, my husband needed some help with the pain! He got it!
He went to Long’s Drug Store and …

I was trying to find some good exercise equipment for my home that would not break me to buy. I really needed something to help me get the inches off my butt and lower stomach. I saw an infomercial for the Red XL Fitness. …

This is a serious health concern. People having sex, need to use a condom. This is for same sex and/or oposite sex partners. The diseases of the day are so many! HIV is on the rise, AIDS is high, and Hepatitus is really killing people, especially Hep C. Clinics …

I thought brushing teeth and using oral mouthwash would be enough to have a healthy teeth and gums. I started using Dental floss when my Dentist told me, it would be healthier to used it everyday. I though using this dental floss before would be harmful to my gums …

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 …

While browsing the Bath and Body Works incredible semi annual clearance sale, I picked up a couple of bottles of one of my favorite shower gels. It’s the White Tea and Ginger.
This is a fragrance that has become extremely popular, and Bath and Body Works version leads the …

If you are a smoker and you have ever considered quitting then I am sure you have heard of Nicorette. When it first came out there was a lot of people in the media saying how it could help you kick your addiction and that it was an easy …

I was shopping at a nearby mall a couple weeks ago when I stumbled upon this store that I’ve never been to called The Body Shop, and I decided to take a peek inside to see what they were selling. I figured it would be a store sort of …

Garnier’s new Skin Renew Resurfacing 3-Way Cleanser is meant to work as a daily cleanser, an exfoliating scrub, or a 3 minute mask. Each of these uses can be accomplished by using the cleanser in a different way, so it seemed like a great way to get the …

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 …

Excedrin Migraine is the first over-the-counter medicine approved the FDA to treat all the symptoms of a migraine. Available is gel tabs, caplets and tablets it advertises to begin treating a migraine within 30 minutes of the first dose. Made by Novaris Consumer Health Inc. Excedrin Migraine is available …

I love using Colgate Total Toothpaste, especially the “normal” flavors like the Clean Mint. I say “normal” as I don’t like those Whitening ones —“ I don’t trust them not to damage my teeth and I refuse to use them. But the normal ones I buy all the time …

Who of us hasn’t had trouble sleeping once in awhile? When you do have problems it can be aggravating to say the least. For whatever reason, we can choose to either go to our family doctor or look for something over-the-counter.
That is how I ended up buying the Equate …

I have turned on so many people to the Burt’s Bees product line because I’ve used and loved their products for years now. I started using them in my twenties when I happened to pick up some lip balm at a convenience store, and I haven’t looked back yet. …

I wasn’t too happy when I discovered that I possibly had a type of athlete’s foot. The word is misleading, because I’m not really athletic anyway, but I guess your feet can sweat wether you are an athletic or active person or not. Now I move around all day, …

If there ever was a gadget invented solely for the purpose of brushing, it’s this hi-tech electric toothbrush. My veteran electric toothbrush was getting cranky, and I was tired of chasing after its scarce replacement heads. I refused to use it in a short period and slipped …

I have been drinking laxative herbal teas for a long time to aid in my digestion. Of all the laxative teas I have tried, this product is one of my favorites. Why? First of all because it contains 25 packs or sachets. Other products only contain 10 or 15, …

Halitosis is a chronic mouth problem and Listerine isn’t a big help of it. I am still having bad breath that comes from my throat. Listerine only masks bad breath, it really doesn’t kill the bad bacteria from thriving my cavity. It’s such a disappointment to have bought this …

Crest Vivid White toothpaste is one of those toothpaste’s that promise noticeably whiter teeth. The toothpaste comes in a nice little blue and white box with the crest brand on it, (so you know what to look for.) When I first used it I noticed that it did not …

I bought this product because of an ongoing battle with fibromyalgia related foot and leg cramps that like to attack me in my sleep. I have tried a few homeopathic remedies in the past that were taken orally, and they didn’t help much. The same result was given …

We got the Coppertone Ultra Sweatproof Sport Sunblock Stick SPF 30 in the 0.6 ounce size as a freebie when we purchased the Continuous Spray Coppertone Sport Breathable Sunscreen recently. I probably would not have tried a sport stick type applicator others, but it is handy to keep in …

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, otherwise commonly referred to as, CFS, is a commonly misunderstood syndrome in our communities and societies. CFS is acutally not that uncommon and sufferers battle a variety of symptoms that are often flu-like and include achiness and lethargy. Some people who battle CFS often …

When I bought this product, I was looking for something that would be very gentle to dry skin. It was winter, a time when my skin tends to be its driest, and I had been battling with various body washes which was gentler than soap, but not quite gentle enough …

Right now my husband and I are trying to conceive. I started taking Nature’s Bounty Prenatal Vitamins about three months ago with the expectation of getting pregnant soon. They are safe to take before, during and after pregnancy. I was nervous about taking prenatals as I …

This interesting German made shampoo was suggested to me by a friend who had tried it. She did like the way it made her hair feel, but could not continue to use it because she had a reaction to something in it that caused her scalp to itch and flake.
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Being an ex-coffee drinker, I wanted to whiten my teeth more than they were, but my dental insurance does not cover whitening. So, I decided to try the Crest 3D White Whitestrips With Advanced Seal strips, and bought a box of 20 for a little over $40.
I have …

My kids and I have awful household dust and insect allergies. We also have bad asthma. As a result we purchased a Hoover Wind Tunnel Vaccuum because it had HEPA filters said to block out allergens. As with many vacuums the Hoover Wind Tunnel gets gunked with dust if …

I love to use bath salts and nicely fragranced products in my bath. I take a bath every night to treat the symptoms of fibromyalgia. In the winter, I like to use a lot of moisturizing products, because the frequent exposure to hot water can sometimes make my skin dry. …

I know that I’m not a huge fan of Vicks but this is totally different from what I am used to. This is why I choose to talk about the personal upgrade that I gave myself. I went out and I bought myself a Vicks Warm humidifier with Auto …

My weight was getting to the point of concern. After being put on cholesterol medicine for a time, I knew it was time to get serious and lose some weight. So I started analyzing my eating habits. I did well most of the time until the …

I had to use VO5 Normal Balancing Shampoo at my older sister’s house because I forgot to bring the usual kind that I use. She has much thinner and straight hair than I do, so I see why it may work for her but it pretty much ruined my …

I have been using fiber therapy for several years. It helps to treat irritable bowel syndrome, reduces cholesterol, and helps manage blood sugar and appetite. I started the grapefruit pectin after a fellow dieter recommended it for appetite control. Taking the standard dose (three tablets) about thirty minutes before a …

I tend to be very picky about what goes in my mouth, especially when it comes to my teeth and gums. I am diabetic and it is important that I keep my mouth free of infection as that can affect my overall health.
Not long ago, I bought some Colgate Total …

This 50g nifty sized neck and shoulder rub squeezes out an opaque white cream. The tube boasts active ingredients of 16% menthol and 14% wintergreen oil, which explains the minty smell when you rub it on.
I like the convenience of this rub as it comes in a nice flat …

Since I have gotten older, my hair has gotten thin on top, and pathetically frizzy on the ends. I use a cornucopia of products on it—“ deep conditioners, heat protectants, mousse for thinning hair, creams for de-frizzing the ends, the list goes on.
I also have a chlorine pool …

I am forty one, and have had a few changes in my menstrual cycles in the last few years. Hormonally, I am probably entering peri-menopause, and periods have begun to have more severe symptoms than before, with heavier flow, more cramping, worse moodiness and irritability and bloating. I have …

This is an interesting product that I tried when I was having some swelling and slight bleeding in my gums. The problem actually started after a professional deep cleaning. I did not want to be subjected to more dentist bills, so I decided to try to treat the …

I’ve tried a lot of masks over the years but usually they involve a very clay-like substance that you put on, let dry, and then add water to to work it back into a paste before rinsing it off. I’ve never once tried a peel off mask and was …

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. …

I use heavy sun block products in the summer because I have fair skin and was also told that I may have a slight case of lupus. Not wanting to take any chances, I protect myself, as if I do have lupus, the sun could indeed by my enemy.
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My daughter had a very serious illness and she had lost all appetite and had completely stopped drinking. I took her to see the doctor and she said that my daughter needed to have one wet diaper before bedtime, or she would need to be in the hospital …

I’ve heard a lot of hooplah over the last six months about the health benefits of taking Acai Berry, which I believe is a berry from Brazil, I believe, and looks like a blueberry in a way, though darker in coloring, and it’s supposed to be incredibly high in …

I had a severe sinus infection and my antibiotics the doctor put me on didn’t help get rid of it, but this supplement I tried called Herbs ETC Loviral helped me tremendously. However, I had to take it for three weeks straight for the sinus infection to completely clear …

Once you get in, this is a great facility. It took two weeks of calling every single day for an open bed. I was informed by the counselors that so many people try to get in, they take the one’s who call consistently the most serious. …

Dabur Hingwashtak Churna was suggested to me by my uncle for long term relief from gas. I am not a chronic gastritis patient, but yes I do suffer from flatulence more than often. Having spicy foods trigger this type of problem for me. I have periodically tried many medicines, …