Although I don’t use them in the winter, I love to use natural bar soaps in the summer when my skin is oily and I can handle the extra cleansing. The Nubian Heritage soap line is one I was familiar with, having tried one of the soaps before when I …

I have been doing Mari Windsor’s Pilates DVDs on and off for around 6 years, it is a simple way to strength my body, become more flexile and most importantly loose weight! My favorite version is the Power Sculpting ABS …

I have combination skin which is very dry in the winter, but very oily in the summer. My requirements for cleansing it are different depending on what time of the year it is. Summer often leaves me dealing with mild acne and a shiny face, and my cleanser needs to …

I have always loved the feeling of clean smoothness a powder can provide, especially in the summer when perspiration tends to be a problem.
When I was younger, I used a talc based powder. Now that we know talc can increase cancer risks in women who use it …

Who doesn’t want whiter teeth in 2 minutes? Certainly, this product is such a tease. Apart from that, the affordable price of Paula’s Choice Brighten Up teeth whitener convinced me to spend a little of my cash. The whitening stick involves simple instructions that, in comparison …

I purchased a bowflex revolution a couple of years ago thinking that having a gym at home would be wonderful. Well for a while I worked out on it and really used it. When I bought it I even bought the extra weights. Let me tell …

I don’t usually use men’s deodorant, but when I run out, I have to use whatever my husband has. I’ve always had the thought in my mind that men’s deodorant was stronger, because men sweat more naturally. I’ve tried some male deodorant types in the past and realized that …

Every once in a while I just plain feel down in the dumps and there’s not a whole lot I can do about it. I’ve tried eating better, drinking more water, getting outside more often, and sometimes that’s just not enough. I went through a period like this a …

I have been using this oil for quite a few years now. And I just love it.
Not only is it good for small cuts. But it is great to put into your family shampoo to keep head lice away. You can mix it with you pets shampoo and it …

According to the current research available to dentists 70 % of Americans do not floss their teeth on a daily basis, this includes both children and adults regardless of age group, sexuality, or gender and this has become a huge problem which can lead to obesity, weight gain and …

Usually I am a fan of Creatine and I have tried a few great products from the company Muscletech. In saying that, I thought that their creatine would be good and would work well. This was suppose to give me more strength and some muscle mass and I ended …

I wanted to share my experience of having a mammogram at Baptist Women’s Health Center in Memphis, TN to encourage women in the area to use this Center for their best health needs. I have just come home from having my mammogram done, and couldn’t be happier with the …

While I was browsing in a Dollar Tree store, I noticed a sleekly packaged body wash which I assumed from the “look” of it was some prestigious brand.
Upon looking closer, it was made by April Bath and Shower, which I know as a company that mass-produces inexpensive bath …

When I saw this product in a store, I did not have any particular reason to purchase it, but it just seemed like something that might really come in handy one day. These are toothbrushes that just have to be wet to work—“ no messy toothpaste, no need to …

Have you ever watched an infomercial and thought repeatedly, just get on with it already! When I picked up a copy of the Atkins Complete-Fast Easy & Healthy Deluxe Edition DVD, I thought I’d spare myself reading the book in the event that I didn’t like the …

Whoever built our house was an idiot. There are a number of things not to like about our home (which we bought because it was the only one in our price range that didn’t have the roof caving in) ranging from the fake brick on the walls to the …

I recently was in the market for some new exercise equipment after I had an injury and needed to do some physical therapy. My therapist recommended these specific weights because they are supposed to be easy to use and better for the body. I had older hand weights that …

Pond’s has always been a trust brand for a while, I remember seeing my mother use pond’s cold cream every night prior to sleeping when I was a child. Now, its my turn to use it.
I have a stable skin and not prone to break outs, but my skin gets …

A hospital is supposed to be professional, clean, hygienic, caring and should, most of the time, be able to heal the patient. But, when a hospital is all this and beyond —“ then there’s nothing like it. That “beyond” is being hospitable, making the patient and his/her family …

Since I have spent so many years of my life smoking, it has taken a toll on my teeth. I like to keep them as white as possible, but occasion, they start to turn a little yellow, due to the tar. I figured that whitening toothpaste would be just …

Althea is the first OCP (Oral Contraceptive Pill) that I took since I got married, since it’s been a mutual decision to defer having a child for the first year or so of our marriage. And after a year, I haven’t switched brands, simply because I am satisfied with …

I had been hearing so much in the news about red wine being good for the heart and even extending life span, I decided to add it to my antioxidant arsenal. I tried by first actually buying and trying to drink a glass at night. This didn’t last …

The last time I purchased my daily vitamins, I decided to try out Walmart’s Equate Mature Complete, similar to the Centrum Silver vitamins I have been taking the last few months on the recommendation of my doctor.
When looking over the ingredients and supplement strengths, I found them …

I have been having a difficult time sleeping lately and one of the things I have been doing before bedtime is taking a hot shower with the Aura Cacia Relaxing Aromatherapy Shower Tablets in lavender. I like these tablets because they have a strong calming lavender scent that is …

Lots of people I know have once used this peeling solution for its whitening effect. Many of them I’ve seen with either ugly flaky skin or red blotches on their faces. I thought I was not ever going to use it because of that.
I was scared to try maxi-peel …

There are two types of henna. One is used for dying material. The other is used for making intricate designs on the body and also for hair. This kind is called BAQ or body art quality. It is extremely important that this is the only kind used on the …

I have been using the Women’s Daily Multivitamin from Target (the store brand) for a long time and so far this winter I haven’t had a single cold. I know a lot of people may not like the generic store brand as they wonder if it works as well …

My skin is very sensitive to insect bites. When I am bitten by a mosquito, the bite swells and it will take weeks before it will completely heal. I have plenty of scars caused by mosquito bites. The scars stay on my skin for several months that is …

I had an eye infection last week and decided to head down to the pharmacy before the effected area got worst. I bought a bottle of Baush & Lomb Advanced Eye Relief Eye Wash. I had already tried a different brand of eye drops in the morning but it …

This is a little on the expensive side but it’s organic and natural. I must say that $15 for about 2 oz isn’t too bad but it does accumulate over time if you keep buying this product. I’m glad I don’t have to write another review of how I’m …

In today’s world of high sugar and bad foods, many people have really sensitive teeth. It’s usually due to a cavity that gets filled or even a exposed root. Whatever the reason, there is a toothpaste called Sensodyne that is suppose to help relieve the pain caused from any …

I have always been interested in alternative medicine. When I started having heart palpitations in the form of extra hard beats and slight breathlessness, I first went to my regular doctor, who ran tests but could find no reason for them and pronounced them “benign.”
They were …

I occasionally need to use a clarifying shampoo to combat the build up from various styling products I use to help balance out the look of my complicated combination hair. I have used many kinds, but have found that although some have impressive ingredients lists and cost a lot of …

I often experience muscle pains after I play my favorite game. There are home remedies available like I normally immerse myself in the bath tub filled with ice cubes to ease the inflammation. This is applicable when I have lots of free time, when I have the following day …

I take a bath nightly to help ease the aches and pains of fibromyalgia, or sometimes just to relax. Other times, I might have a specific reason to bathing—“ like feeling sick from a cold or flu. Like with the fibromyalgia pain, the hot water can help to soothe body …

I love the idea of using natural products on my skin. I’ve been looking around and trying different brands of eye cream that reduce puffiness and the “tired eyes” look. I had read that creams and products containing caffeine were really good, so when I saw this one, …

I’ve tried many different diet plans without much success, but I never stop looking for plans that might work for me. I found the New Grapefruit Diet Plan on the Internet and I decided to try it because it looked like it would be easy to follow, and …

With the advent of all the modern technology in medicines, I found it interesting that people were paying good money on magnetic bracelets. I was extremely skeptical and negative about the process. But people were attesting to their effectiveness .
Then last January my roommate had to undergo …

Listerine Smart Rinse Anticavity Fluoride Rinse is the absolute best mouthwash for children. I have a six year old son and a four year old daughter. Recently, we began to teach them how to floss their teeth and use mouthwash. They love this stuff. We …

I’ve tried so many different lip balms and moisturizers over the years, and most of them, I liked quite well. But, some, I liked more than others. I have used Burt’s Bees products for a while now and really like them, but then I came across a …

This is a diet and exercise program designed for women only. Their three phase program consists of a nutritional service, cardiovascular exercise and their unique figure shaping equipment. The program is quite expensive as well.
They advertise their nutritional services as being customized to each individual. In …

After having used some therapy putty and getting addicted to playing with it, I became interested in other hand strengtheners. As a musician, I benefit from anything that increases dexterity and finger strength. I also happen to have several medical conditions that can affect my hands, so I …

There has been a lot of hype lately about omega 3s and what they can do for the heart, arteries and general condition of someone’s health. There are plenty of places to get them in your daily diet, but no easier more convenient way than quickly swallowing a …

I have never really had dandruff, but I did have an episode that was as close as one can get. I developed a weird rash. It started on my chest, with pink, itchy scaly lesions. Soon it had spread all over my entire body, including my scalp—“ and it all …

Xando Block & Burn tablets reportedly block carbohydrates from being absorbed in the body and even burn it for you. The package insert claims that chewing the tablet before swallowing it with water would make it more effective. But when I tried chewing it, the tablet tasted really bad. …

With cold season coming up it is time to start thinking about germs and viruses. This time of year I always stock up on Oust Surface Disinfectant & Air Sanitizer. I get one to keep in each room. It is really great stuff. When trying to make sure that …

The last time I was in a Dollar Tree store, I saw these “Diet Dots” pills, and wondered what on earth they could possibly contain for a dollar. I looked on the back to see, and found that what they basically are is a chewable B12 tablet, with some Acai …

Icy&Hot is a pain reliever that can be used for many things. This is a temporary pain relieving cream that relaxes areas that are causing pain. This is the type of cream that athletes use when exercising, has a sprained or strained muscle, or are having pain for any …

There are a lot of massging foot products on the market, and I have tried most of them. I was just given a SQUISH therapy massaging foot pillow, that I find to be the most relaxing foot therapy I have tried! There is a soothing massaging action that is …

I don’t normally use cleansing pads, since I use either a foaming face wash or Noxzema cream to wash my face at night, and I rarely feel the need to remove make-up before then. My skin seems to do well with this routine. Someone recently bought me some of the …