One other supplement found in my collection of herbal and natural health products is yet another mushroom extract from the 18 day old Ganoderma Lucidum hybrid mushroom cultured and developed in Malaysia by the DXN Ganodrema farms of Dr. Lim Siow Jin a noted doctor in the field of …

I purchased Palmer Cocoa Butter Formula Stretch Marks Lotion because I had gotten stretch marks terribly when I was pregnant with my children. I was hoping that even though I already had the stretch marks that it would help get rid of some of them anyway. I quickly learned …

Every now and then I need something bigger than a regular band-aid to get the trick done. I purchased a box of Red Cross Johnson and Johnson First Aid Covers Gauze Pads, size small to keep in my medicine chest in case I had a bigger than usual accident. …

I was in a lot of pain after a day of tubbing out on the lake because it literally takes every muscle within the body to help hold onto the float as the boat pulls it fast across the lake giving you the ride of your life. Me never …

I love this Firm Volume. I love the classic Firm videos more so than the new ones. They weren’t gimmicky. They were just classic and focused on basic weight loss moves. I think this video is my favorite because of the choreography. It makes you feel like you’re dancing …

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 take a multi vitamin as a supplement every day. I try to eat healthy, but I know that I don’t get all the essential vitamins and minerals that my body needs from food alone. I have purchased multiple different brands of vitamins, but most recently I …

My Pyramid is the replacement to the old food pyramid. This new pyramid tells you how much of each food that you eat you need less or more of, depending on your height, weight, age, gender, physical activity, and the meals you eat. I went on the website and …

It is important for a woman to smell good for not only herself but her husband and the people around her. I have an issue like every other woman. Sometimes I get a little smelling the woman’s area from sweating and being hot. It’s natural and it happens nothing …

I have to admit that, over the years, I’ve become addicted to fitness products that say you’ll see immediate results and how perfect they are, and easy to store and easily accessible and even easier to use. I’ve struggled with my weight all my life, and a few years …

One of my favorite things to add to my home gym are those products that I can use without having to plug them into an energy source– instead using my own energy to work them. I loved being able to use the stairmaster at the gym and to …

I have fibromyalgia, and a problem with sciatica pain that flares up from time to time. I have used many different types of pain gels and ointments. I find that many of them have a very unpleasant burn, or smell so strong that they make your …

I have been using contact lenses for years, and I am a loyal Colorblends user. I get bored once in a while, so I figured might as well try the new ones in the lenses market. I bought a GEO korean made lens in Angel Brown. I bought them …

I like to use massages to help work out cramps and muscle spasms, and to treat the pain that comes with having fibromyalgia. Fortunately, I have a loving partner who will happily assist me by giving wonderful massages when I need them. This along with nightly hot baths has …

Last month my husband and I broke down and bought a new bed. Our old Queen size bed was getting lumpy and uncomfortable to sleep in. As my husband has a bad knee, and I have digestive problems we decided an Orthopedic bed was the best way to go.
We …

My relation with my body aches and pains seemed to be never ending. By the time a particular pain would heal- there would be another pain round the corner just ready to attack. As a result I would be constantly on a lookout for new things in the …

I decided to purchase this product after receiving a lot of positive feedback about it from my friends and family members. Because this product was so affordable (about $2), initially I was very skeptical about how well it would work. My hair is naturally very dry …

I choose to buy Kroger tooth brush only because it was the cheapest one in the rack when I was looking for a tooth brush on the racks of Ralphs. Priced at one dollar, the deal was unbeatable. Also the tooth brush was going very fast because the rack …

I try to take good care of my lips and keep them soft and healthy all year. In the winter it can be a challenge, since the heating system in our house makes the air very dry, and add in the cold weather—“ I get very dry lips that are …

I love to make my own massage oils, and the aroma is a huge part of the equation. I’ve always been a huge fan of cedar fragrances. When I saw that now Foods offered an Atlas Cedar oil, I ordered it to use in one of my massage mixes. …

The top of my hair suffers from thinness, and I am always looking for new products to help regrow the hair, or disguise the problem more effectively. At my last visit to the hairdresser, she informed me of a product she had just gotten in, called Keratin Complex Dry shampoo …

No doubt many of you will have tried to give up smoking after New Year. Some will have succeeded and others will not have. In the cases where success occurs, it can be because of family support and the willpower being applied to the task of overcoming the …

By far, its toughest competition is Listerine, but I still prefer Colgate Plax Freshmint Mouthwash. Not only is it cheaper, but it does the job just as good as any other mouthwash. It’s become a part of my daily oral hygiene to help fight against cavities, plaque, gingivitis and …

When I was shopping in a GNC store one day, I decided to try out some products for fun. While I was not having any skin problems at the time, I had heard of many people who were fond of pine tar soaps and shampoos for skin problems, and I …

I take a nightly hot bath for muscle therapy and symptoms of fibromyalgia. This routine has made me a connoisseur of bath salts and other bath additives. I had tried one of the German company Dresdner’s products before and liked it, so I ordered a few of their bath packets …

I am a full time stay at home parent which does not mean that there is nothing to do in the house but sit all day long. On the contrary, my hands and feet are on the move all the time whether it’s doing chores or running after the …

In september, of 2008, I had just been hirred at a new job working retail, and we had also bought our first home and were in the process of moving. It was my first day at work, but I had a few hours on my hands to help my …

My friend in the UK likes to send me bath products that are popular over on her side of the pond. This one came to me from the famous Boots Chemist. It’s a body wash with a sweet vanilla fragrance. I have liked nearly all of the Boots products …

For my latest workout, I thought I’d try out the 40 minute Firm Cardio Party. This workout contains 5 individual segments, and features many of their master instructor’s favorite moves. If you have done other Firm workouts, you may be familiar with many of the moves. While I may …

My brother is a member of an organization that travels to various countries to stay with local families and learn about the culture. He sends me trinkets from around the world as he knows I love to try new products and experience new ideas from abroad.
When he …

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 …

During Girl Scout, during grade school, I was taught to always bring first aid kit. Accidents happen all the time no matter how severe or not, you need to treat the wounds. Because of that thought, I always have a ready First Aid Kit wherever I go, even until …

I was looking for some way to meet my doctor’s requirements for fiber without having to choke down cardboard cereals and skim milk. I told my doctor that I really hate the traditional ways of getting fiber. That was why I wasn’t getting enough fiber in my diet. He …

Germ-X is a type of antiseptic hand sanitizer gel which says it kills 99.99% of all germs, with an asterisk though. So maybe it doesn’t kill 99.99% of all germs…
It contains 62% ethyl alcohol which is the main germ killing ingredient.
Germ-X works really well for me because it has …

I always use a feminine wash whenever I go take a bath. For women just like me, it is important to practice personal hygiene. Simply Delicate is a feminine wash that was trusted by many women.
I do like how Avon has come up with a variety of feminine wash. …

I have used Cool Shot breath spray for several years now and I don’t go anywhere without it. I prefer Cool Shot breath spray in fresh mint but they also offer cinnamon. I love the taste and when I use the breath spray it feels like it is not …

Sadly, I can easily say that I’ve tried more than most people to lose weight and just put myself on the path to a healthier lifestyle. I had, five years ago, lost a good amount of weight, almost 60 pounds, just by eating right. But, after five months, my …

I am somewhat of a body wash fanatic. I like to try out as many of them as possible, not even to find one that I like but simply to experience the many textures and smells of them as well as to see whether or not they fulfill the …

It wasn’t until I went to the optometrist and picked up a pamphlet on eye disorders that I realized the problem behind my itchy and watery eyes was “Dry Eye”. I asked my doctor about it and he told me that I could try purchasing an over the counter …

Have you experienced insomnia lately? Before I was so anxious while reviewing. I do not want to accustom my body clock to stay up late because there were lots of considerations I was having. First, during my board exams week, I might not be able to sleep early. During …

Band-Aid Calamine Spray is a spray that helps when you have a rash or itching. Recently on a trip, my son and I both broke out with a sun rash. We both have fair skin and react to the sun often.
We had two different products to use for the …

I love to use a toner after I wash my face, to help minimize pores and prep my skin for the moisturizer. I also love to use on during the day just to freshen up, especially in the summer when my face is a little oilier and might break out …

Friends, today I am going to give my opinion about Zandu Chyavanprash. It is a famous Ayurveda medicine. I have been using this product for a long time. I have had very good health benefits using this.
Speaking of the elements found in this product, it contains Gooseberry, Ashwagandha, …

I picked these up at Wal Mart because I always like to have some moist wipes with me at all times. They come in handy at times and I always like to be prepared. These are compared to the Cottonelle brand ones and work just as well for a …

I tried my first Shiva Rea Daily Energy workout this morning. In the Fire and Water Practice, we did a series of standing poses and arm balancing sequences that constantly evolved throughout the workout. I have to say this new program has a completely different feel than …

I recently bought this product from my Stanhome dealer. Stanhome is a direct selling brand and they sell through their dealers by the catalog. I was intrigued by Stanhome’s Soothing Creme with Arnica because it stated in the catalog that this product prevents the skin from turning …

As I started sending my son to playgroup, he often devloped cold. Every weekend his temperature rises with cold. This became a weekly routine and we decided to provide him with some immunity booster as he was just on milk and common food items. On our search, we found …

I have used the Vicks Vaporub product on multiple occassions and I just love it. I think this product is great and it’s provided me with relief from anything related to a cold. During the winter season I have had many cold related symptons that are …

Thank heavens for whoever invented this cooling gel patch. Once upon a time, there was only the ice pack and whenever I would get sick, my mom would fill the ice pack with (whatelse?) ice and place it on top of my forehead to bring my fever down. It …

I was telling a friend who happens to be a nurse at a nursing home about my battles with GERD related heartburn. I take medication for it, but sometimes I have breakthrough symptoms and have to resort to supplemental help from over the counter antacids.
She recommended Alka …