When someone we had dinner with undercooked a holiday meat dish, several people in the family got food poisoning. It was a nightmare—“ everyone vomiting and having severe cramps and diarrhea, and only one bathroom in the house! I can remember having the worse cramps ever. I thought my …

One day while I was shopping, I decided to buy some cotton balls to fill up the decorative dispenser in my bathroom. I used to use cotton balls frequently for various cosmetic and medical reasons. I largely abandoned them for the flat cotton rounds that seemed to work much …

I have a depressed scar in my face because of Acne and some scars leave a dark mark. I tried so many products to lessen the deepness and the darkness of the scars so my face would become clear and smooth. I even tried to have some treatment in …

I’ve been using Dr. Bronner’s Tea Tree Oil Soap for quite some time and couldn’t be happier. I’ve always suffered from very dry skin, especially on my arms and elbows. My elbows have always been very dry, to the point of cracking and at …

I have a particular sensitivity to strong mint flavors in toothpaste. It burns my gums and tongue, and for this reason, I mostly use children’s toothpastes, or products with a milder flavor. I have found that many natural products have milder flavors as well as milder formulas. I do …

My kids are rather picky about a whole slew of things. But, when they’re sick, it seems their pickiness is suddenly twenty-fold and there’s nothing that’s good enough or makes them feel good enough fast enough! It’s a frustrating position to be in, especially when kids are at that …

Before I was diagnosed with irritable bowel syndrome, it was thought that I might be lactose intolerant. I tried using the Lactaid pills, and since I did sometimes get relief with them, it was assumed that the problem was solved. Unfortunately, I still sometimes got symptoms even when I had …

I am diabetic and have used a variety of natural remedies and supplements to try and improve my blood sugar control. Some people on a diabetes forum were trying Nopal cactus, and some seemed to be getting good results, so I ordered a bottle to try for myself. I chose …

I own a few epilators for a long time now like Braun, and while I own a lot of them, I use some of them weekly while others are set aside or put away. I bought Panasonic ES-WD51-P Epiglide Ladies Wet Dry Epilator for $30 and it is one …

I like to use a leave in conditioner on my thinning hair. I look for the ones that provide a volumizing effect in addition to general conditioning, and I have tried many different brands. This product from TIGI is a good one. I like the TIGI brand because …

Since I have to check my blood sugar often, and because I check other people’s as well, I go through a lot of alcohol swabs. They’re all pretty much the same, as far as ingredients go, so I wanted to find the most economical. I think I …

This little fountain was given to me as part of a “relaxation therapy kit” which included some aromatherapy, CDs to play, candles, herbal remedies and essential oils. I love all of it… but this fountain is the best. It is a small fountain, the right size to sit on …

When I happened to attend a family wedding at my sister’s place, I thoroughly enjoyed the function without realizing what consequences I might have to face —“ the very next day. Since I had been on my feet for long hours- I didn’t realize that they were being …

Although in my mind there really is no substitution for water and soap when it comes to washing my hands, sometimes, there just isn’t any water or soap around, and that’s where this little product comes in. It kind of looks like a marker, but inside, it contains bacteria-fighting …

PlantExtrakt is from what I know a big multinational natural pharmaceutical company.They create hundreds of plant based health nutrients.I have a few products from them,and one of them is made in the purpose of helping tobacco/nicotine addiction.It is a small recipient with a liquid that is diluted in a …

A few days back, when the heel of my sandals just cracked— and I found myself landing on the floor with great force, I realized that I had sprained my ankle rather severely. In fact the pain was so severe at that point of time —“ that I almost …

I tried this product on the advice of a sales person who used it herself for menstrual problems and pms. I was also told it would help with my hair and nails. I have very brittle, ridged nails and my hair has been thinning noticeably in the last couple of …

I have fought a battle with thinning hair for the last few years. No one is sure what the cause is, but it could be many—“ I am diabetic, have an underactive thyroid, fibromyalgia, and have dealt with a lot of stress. Add to the mix that I am over …

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 …

Invisalign braces are a fairly new kind of orthodontic device. Made of a fine medical grade plastic they are completely clear and so far less noticeable than other orthodontic appliances.
One of the unique features about Invisalign is the clincheck. A patients orthodontist or dentist takes a mould of …

While I have my favorite Bath & Body Works Anti-bacterial Gentle Foaming Hand Soaps, my daughter also has her own favorites. One that I think is just so-so, but she absolutely loves is the scent Tangelo Orange Twist. It comes in a bright orange opaque bottle with …

During the last few months, I noticed that my nails had suddenly started looked quite dull and lifeless. The fact that I am a homemaker and require using my hands in harsh detergents and soaps had perhaps stripped all the natural shine on my nails making them look rather …

The murad sleep reform serum is use to reduce the signs of aging and wrinkles while giving the skin a more clearer complexion. This sounds really nice since I was starting to see some cheek lines near my mouth.
I bought this from online and it seemed like it would …

It was a hard realization to come to when, a couple years ago, I realized just how out of shape I really was. And not just plain out of shape, but very overweight. I suffered some depression for a while, and ate my way through it and, as a …

I take a nightly hot bath to help treat the effects of fibromyalgia. To keep things interesting, I use a variety of bath products, and some of the most beneficial to me are the bath salt products. Salt helps remove toxins and lactic acid from the body, and adds beneficial …

Vaseline Intensive Rescue Healing Hand Cream is one of my favorite hand creams to use to help keep my skin from becoming dried out. It has even helped heal my dried hands right up when they were flaking and cracker pretty badly. The cream made my hands look much …

This is the coolest little humidifier I’ve ever seen! I had to get it when I saw it because I knew it would be perfect for my son’s bedroom. He was only 6 at the time, and his big thing was dragons and he had them all over his …

We all know that smoking is dangerous to our health and to others too who smells the cigarette smoke. I am glad that there are scientist’s that discovers many ways to prevent sickness from spreading and a cure for it too. I am a chronic smoker before and I …

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 …

When I sprained my wrist while doing some repair work in the house, I was very worried that it would not heal quickly. I have fibromyalgia, and was concerned that the swollen joint would somehow set off a pain cycle that would get out of control. I was given anti-inflammatory …

I have always been a great fan of aromatherapy products. So when I came across these Aromatherapy Herbal Slippers —“ I found it to be real novel product and wished to posses one for myself. This heatable lavender scented Aromatherapy Herbal Slippers were specially designed to rejuvenate tired and …

Amway products are just the best in terms of quality and recently with the use of the Glisters Toothpaste by the company my faith in the company’s product strengthened. I was having plenty of problems from cavity to bad breathe and I consulted a dentist in this regard. …

There are few products out there that enjoy such a good reputation as Cetaphil Antibacterial soap. And the reason for that is because it is a top shelf, top-notch products. Last year around this time, I had some pretty horrific experiences with boils and I only wish I possessed the …

When I began taking magnesium supplements for my muscles and to treat heart palpitations, I was told that I needed to take calcium as well. Since there were combination products available, I usually used those—“ but when I decided to switch to a brand of magnesium that had to be …

I’ve always been picky about what type of facial tissue I use because I seem to always have a runny nose and don’t want a tissue that’s going to dry out or irritate my nose. For several years, I just suffered with sandpaper-like tissues and sub-par products until …

I had seen all the ads for do-it-yourself teeth whitening kits, and I decided to give one a try. I looked at my choices in the dental care aisle at the drugstore, and saw that quite a few brands have products to whiten teeth. They are all expensive, ranging …

I am diabetic and like to take my own A1C tests at home sometimes so I can avoid the doctor visit. I have used several brands, and the last one I purchased was the Appraise brand, which is read by Heritage Labs. The kit is pretty much like any other …

When I decided to try a few natural alternatives to chemical hair dyes which had been eating my hair’s quality alive, henna based products were among the first suggested to me. My first try was with a henna based cream formula, and although it didn’t quite cover my gray, it …

I have had minor back issues for years after getting an Epidural for the birth of my daughter. Over the years those minor back issues have at times been so intense that I have been unable to walk for a couple of days or go to work. …

I was out of razors one day and I happened to remember this when I saw some at the Dollar Tree store. I saw that they had a little 12 pack of pink ladies razors made by Personna. For a dollar, I felt it would be adequate, and …

One of my favorite Christmas presents one year was a bottle of Victoria’s Secret Strawberries and Champagne lotion. I love their line of bath products, but I rarely go into the store. This is for a complicated reason. I am overweight and feel intimidated by all the tiny lingerie! I …

I have struggled with blackheads and milia around my eyes for ages. I also get the occasional adult acne breakout with whiteheads that could put a fourteen year old’s to shame. I’ve always thought about getting a professional tool for working on these problems, and finally I did.
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When I was looking for some inexpensive body wash to get me through until Bath and Body Works had their big clearance sale, I looked at several of the fragrances Suave offered. One was Wild Cherry Blossom. Cherry Blossom is one of the scents Bath and Body Works has …

I was so happy of my first experience with AZ Oudenaarde Hospital. I moved to this small city when my first pregnancy was just three months old. So of course we choose the nearest hospital to deliver my first baby.
And since the gynecologist was also living near the hospital, …

Wow! I am getting along in years and my skin did not seem to be weathering the storm too well lately. With all the stress and all I started seeing signs on my skin I did not like. I started researching for anti aging skin care creams, …

I don’t particularly like using products on my skin that contain questionable chemicals and pesticides; however as far as repelling mosquitoes goes, this is the only type of repellent that works for me. It is a going joke in my family that no one else will get a …

If you have dry skin like me, then you probably understand how difficult it is to find a moisturizing shower gel. I used to be one of those people who would avoid purchasing Suave products because I felt that they were of a poor quality since they there …

I have diabetes, so I try to take really good care of my feet. I want to keep them attached in the future! I have copied my mother’s habit of putting foot cream on every night. This keeps my feet healthy and soft and prevents cracking which can lead to …

Taking care of my feet always remained a primary concern to me. Although I did go in for regular pedicures and tried applying foot cream on my feet, I still felt that something was missing that didn’t make my feet look beautiful. I would always keep hunting for new …

I received a little can of this spray as a gift. I love these kinds of products. First, let me say that I adore the packaging choices. The little silver can with it’s moon and stars graphic and natural looking lettering matches up nicely with the bit of raffia that …