Spiffies are meant to be used on babies from 4 months of age onward. They clean the teeth, gums and tongue and coat them with xylitol. Xylitol is a natural sugar from Birch trees that is actually GOOD for teeth. It basically prevents bacteria that causes decay from sticking …

I take medications that sometimes cause me to have chronic nausea. I never know exactly when it is going to affect me, which can be pretty inconvenient.
In the past, I have tried taking anti nausea drugs but found them to have side effects I did not want, …

I have never had the best of luck with natural deodorants, at least not under my arms. I was actually looking for something I could use on other areas of skin for when I was out in very hot weather. I live in the South and it is difficult not …

My daughter and I have been having a number of blood tests done as well as MRI’s, CT scans and other laboratory tests the past several weeks. We have been to a few different labs and have seen a few that have been very nice and have seen a …

With a hectic schedule and a ton of responsibilities on my shoulder, I sometimes feel quite stressed and dejected. This condition quite often makes me feel angry and then indirectly hurting the feelings of my loved ones. Thus, to help me release stress in a positive manner, 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 …

I am a contact lenses wearer as I don’t think glasses flatter my face shape at all. I have tried many glasses however none will make me look decent in them. I feel like a clown wearing glasses. My friends would not stop laughing when they see me in one. …

I have elevated cholesterol and I refuse to take statin drugs after having a very negative experience with them. I have been taking fish oil and combinations of fish and flax oil for several years to help control the condition without drugs. I have a neighbor who has really struggled …

I love to wear colored and also disposable contact lenses, and I change brands once a while, just to have a feel of what different types of brands are like. There’s this latest brand that was on a promotion that I received a flyer from, and it is …

Many people have been using Creatine Monohydrate as a supplement to help build muscle. I am one of them. Claims have been that is increases muscle strength, and delays fatigue which allows us body builders to train harder and faster. Some companies claim that Creatine helps burn fat; this …

I decided to replace my back scrubber loofah with this braided pouf-like scrubber. There are some definite pros and cons with the item.
On the “pro” side, it is inexpensive. It does not mildew easily—“ it drains really well if you hang it, and since the width of it …

Recently I had a chance to tryout the famous Bowflex, it’s a very interesting work out machine, and at an affordable price, you can perform over 25 different exercises and those are only the ones that I have came across, I am pretty sure that there are a lot …

I have fibromyalgia and use a variety of natural therapies to combat the painful symptoms. One of my favorites is a nice massage. I find that having a caring partner to massage your sore muscles, or even non-sore muscles, can bring not only relief but ongoing improvement in your quality …

So have you seen all these fancy DeTox teas all over the instagram? The ones that promise to help you lose weight, reduce bloating, heal the pain, cleanse your skin and all that other stuff. And have you seen the prices for those? Yep, it’s $30-60 per a 2-weeks program. …

This diaper rash cream is a little better than the original Desitin. It’s easier to squeeze out of the tube, easier to apply, easier to wipe off, and doesn’t contain as much zinc oxide. Zinc oxide, which is good for getting rid of diaper rash, can sting …

I recently started seeing Dr. Myoung S. Kim, MD, Gynecology. I must say that his staff and him are wonderful people. They always treat me like family and answer all my questions to my satisfaction. Last time I went to go …

Being Asian, I was born with Black hair and I’ve colored my hair a few times just to get a different look. I particularly like my hair looking somewhat on the brownish side to highlight my fair features. So when I noticed this product from Sunsilk in …

I have always trusted the Oral B brand because I use their toothbrushes and they’ve always been very good quality and they’ve pretty much kept my teeth healthy and clean. But I was very surprised when I found out that they also made floss as well. I have used floss …

Being a total fitness freak I was a little worried when I was told that I had to stay at my aunt’s place for about a fortnight due to some family occasion. More than anything else- what I was really worried was the fact that my regular exercise routine …

Gardening has always been my one my favorite hobbies and I would always try and spent some time tendering and nurturing my plants everyday. Though I found this routine incredibly relaxing on the mental front, using my hands during the process did seem to do enough damage …

I have recently began practicing yoga seriously and have been wanting to do it at least a few times per week. However, living in New York City means that unlimited memberships cost something of a fortune to acquire, which means I won’t be getting them. That is unless I …

When we found out that I was pregnant, I knew from then on that I wanted to have an all natural, non invasive, drugfree birth. That is just what I got at the Heart to Heart Birth Center.
I tried going to a doctor just once and he treated …

I bought GoFit 65cm Professional Stability Ball a long time back when I needed one. Since then, I started using a lot of yoga balls as well. Let me first describe it. It was in a dark color, with diameters of 65 cm. Just by looking at it, you …

I was waiting for my name to be called at the clinic at my local Walgreens. Being a nurse, I knew what I had an upper respiratory infection. I scanned my eyes along the visible shelves near my chair. I had been previously looking for a device much …

WRP or Weight Reduction Program was one of the product that I often used if I need to lose my weight. I gain weight so easily in my life. That’s why I also need to do diet program so often to reduce some weight from my body.
I know this …

I really love the feeling you get after you visit the dentist. Your teeth are smooth and clean, your breath is fresh, and you still have the little crunchy granules from their toothpaste on your teeth. I love the feeling of the granules the best because it really makes …

This is a face cream I bought one winter when my skin was feeling really dry and was quite scaly I chose this because of the alpha glycolic acid content. This acid has an exfoliating effect similar to a gentle face peel, without the irritation from scrubs or exfoliating sponges/loofah.
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I take a nightly hot bath to treat muscular symptoms related to fibromyagia, which I have had since my late teens. It relieves the pain and cramping better than any other therapy I have tried. In the winter I like to use moisturizing products such as oils and bath bombs …

I get hard dry heels in the winter time, and I like to use products that exfoliate and help keep them softer. I have liked a lot of Philosophy’s products in the past, so I wanted to give this one a try. It is made a little differently than most …

When I purchased a little bottle of the J. R. Watkins lemon body oil to use for a cuticle oil, I had no idea I would end up liking it well enough to seek out another fragrance in the same brand. I use massage oils quite frequently as regular massages …

I’ve always been a bit of a vitamin and supplement junkie, ever since I was old enough to start taking whatever it was we had in the house at the time. Usually it was those Flintstone vitamins, or the gummy vitamins for kids, and then as I got older …

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 babysit my neighbor’s young son when she is out of town on business. One day she sent him with Sesame Street Fizzy Tub color tablets in his overnight bag. I could have screamed at her—“ because I have lightly colored towels and I just knew these would stain them. …

A few months ago, I decided to buy a bottle of Hydroxycut Hardcore. I’ve used diet pills before, and the opinion of the GNC clerk was that it was the diet pill out right now, and it has been selling very well with gret results. It wasn’t as cheap …

I regularly color my long hair at home, and have been using jaw clips to keep it on top of my head while I wait for it to develop. This can sometimes be a bit uncomfortable, and I was told it wasn’t the best idea because it could cause breakage …

I have fibromyalgia, and struggle with muscle fatigue and pain often. When a friend gave me this little roller massager as a gift, I thought it was a sweet gesture, but looking at it, thought that they had lost their mind if they believed it would actually help. It is …

Chronic Depression is referred to as Dysthymia in the medical field. It has been realized that this is a less sever than major chronic depression but it lasts a much longer time. It is also for a person with Dysthymia to also suffer from major depression at the same …

Simple, practical and it works like magic. After my sister gave birth to her youngest child a year ago, she purchased this Ab Wheel (which is like a tire but with handles on it). It worked wonders on her abs, and after using it for about six months, those …

The Philippine General Hospital, the largest government hospital in the Philippines has been operating for almost 100 years. It is in a very conspicuous location along Taft Avenue, Ermita Manila. People are so familiar with this very popular hospital which is tagged as the biggest hospital for the poor …

One thing I always forget to take in the morning is my vitamin. There is just something about trying to remember to take a pill I just can’t do. Recently I came across a beverage at the store next door to where I work that I think will help …

There is nothing worse than a cold, when your nose streams and there is nothing you can do about it. Of course, I had to catch one just as the temperatures plummetted to a thirty-year low. The wind was scything off the Russian Stepps and the Urals into my …

When I had decided to visit my sister for an overnight stay, little did I know that I was going to discover something very valuable and precious. It so happened that my sister during my stay there gave a pillow which she felt was ‘the best’ and asked me …

I am always trying out the latest natural remedies for diabetes. I came across some information on fenugreek, and wanted to see if it might help me control my blood sugar levels better.
Out of character for me, I opted to purchase from a GNC store rather than …

When you have fibromyalgia, sometimes you end up with very odd symptoms that defy explanation. Many of those symptoms can involve nerve problems, or sensitivities to chemicals, or other non-identifiable problems. It baffles doctors and patients alike. I have the condition, and I developed a strange problem with …

I like to use baby wipes for personal cleaning, and general purpose cleaning around the house. Not only are they great for freshening up in the bathroom, but also for cooling off your face when you are hot and sweaty, wiping the cat’s nose, cleaning the toilet seat—“ anything you …

People will do anything to lose weight, and so far I have tried dozens of weight loss drugs, diets and other workout regimens that didn’t really work for me. I tried Xenadrine when I heard my friend’s sister lost weight because of it. But I guess it’s true that …

I am always on the look out for fun new workouts. Maybe I bore easily or I just want a new challenge, but either way it has sparked my interest in a lot of novel methods of exercise. Take for example my latest routine, the Pussycat Dolls …

I first purchased Vaseline Petroleum Jelly when my babies were born. It was great for certain uses which I will discuss below. I pay $3.09 for a 13 oz. jar of Vaseline and it lasts an extremely long time. You don’t need to use much Vaseline to get the …

When I first tried the Monster Energy Drink, I honestly didn’t like it. It tasted like I was taking medicine with beer in it.
In fact, my female co-workers were the first to warn me against it, telling me that taking one was tantamount to drinking alcohol in …

I’m one of those who want to get taller even though I know it’s impossible to be taller just to take some medicine but I still had hope. I’ve purchased this dietary supplement that’s claimed to help you get taller called Heightgainer Pro. I’ve taken it for 2 months …