When the weather is cold, our heating unit runs a lot, making the air inside the house extremely dry. Even if I run a humidifier constantly, I am still battling dry nose, dry mouth, and dry eyes for as long as it stays cold. The fastest and gentlest solution …

Even though my kids think they are too old now to take vitamins I still insist that they take one every day and I still think they secretly like to take them because they are usually fun to take and come in funny shapes and taste really good too …

I sometimes make my own soaps as a hobby, and I order most of my supplies from Brambleberry. They are affordable, have great customer service and high quality products. When I had a few problems with a goat milk base soap “sweating” I decided to try out this base, which …

A few weeks back when I happened to visit my cousin, I was rather surprised to see her hair looking healthy and beautiful. The previous time I had seen her she was quite worried about her falling hair which had become quite scanty and looked quite dull and lifeless. …

I’ll start off by saying that this product is ridiculously priced, at $25 for a 12 bar pack. And it comes with some seriously massive claims that it is the solution to weight loss problems and you can eat until you’re full. Why? Because you’re full much more quickly …

Having only recently discovered the Body Electric workout program on TV, I thought for sure that purchasing Margaret Richard’s workouts would be easy. I immediately went to my favorite websites, Amazon and Collage Videos, and was pretty disappointed when I could only find a few DVDs here …

I live in the very woodsy state of Michigan, but before I moved here, I lived in an incredibly hot, humid Arkansas climate that I had grown up in and therefore was accustomed to. When I moved to Michigan however, in September of 2001, I was immediately overcome by …

I use Clean & Clear Oil Absorbing Sheets every day. I love these sheets as it allows me to blot away excess facial oil and freshen up my skin without having to take off my makeup. My face tends to get oily throughout the day, and I …

One of the many food items Nutrisystem offers is the Nutrisystem Chocolate Chip Granola Bar. This is a one of their breakfast food items. I really like chocolate chips. So, this was an obvious choice for me to try. I didn’t eat it for breakfast. …

I have always been a fan of Desert Essence products. When I saw that they had a Green Apple and Ginger body wash, I couldn’t wait to try it. I had recently run out of a pear and ginger scented wash that I had become addicted to, and this one …

I grew up on Flinstone Vitamins. This is a product I trust and would not consider any other vitamin for my kids. They have all the essential vitamins and are prefered by our pediatrician as well. My older daughter never had a problem with the hard Flinstone vitamins, but …

The first thing that I will say about this product is that it is fairly expensive. I paid about $50 for this product online and I am not sure if the amount of money that I paid for it was completely worth. This product is designed to …

Humidifiers are one of those things I actually hate investing in because I have this horrible memory of having one as a child, which I still blame for a horrible bout of bronchitis I suffered when I was young. Whether or not this was true is neither here nor …

One of the things I like about coming back to live in Europe is the good food. Brussels especially is a haven for dining as there are plenty of restaurants, brasseries and cafes to choose from. On the downside, everyone in my family seems to be gaining weight …

Dry mouth is horrible. I suffer from it because of medicine I am taking that makes me thirsty and dry in the mouth all the time. Dry mouth causes my mouth to be so dried out it can sometimes cause sores and gum inflammation. The reason why is because …

I use Isopropyl Alcohol for a lot of things especially for my face. I have sensitive skin and can not put any scented lotions or even soap on my face. I have tried numerous facial creams and wash but none has gave me the results that I wanted or …

My confidence to discontinue my previous toothpaste, of the desensitizing type, sprung from my envious feelings toward someone whose teeth were freshly bleached out of a dentist’s clinic, or could simply be the lack there of. I haven’t the time to visit a store and replenish some bare …

When my partner and I saw this in a store, we couldn’t resist. We tried it out on the way home, which I do not recommend while driving. It’s a simple instrument, a platinum silver colored handle with about twenty-five or so long, thin, flexible wires extending from it. …

I have been using contact lens since I was Grade six and I have also tried several types of cleaning/rinsing/storing solution and until recently, I have been unsuccessful at finding the “right one” for me. For years, I’ve had problems with the solution that I used for my contacts. …

A few weeks ago, I went to the store and got some TheraSoak Epsom Salt. I have always used epsom salt in the past because I had always been told that it really does wonder for sore muscles and cramps. And during that time I was a runner and so …

Now holidays just ended and I think one good thing to treat yourself before coming back to the daily routine of work and the hardship of everyday housework is to pamper yourself a little and give it a more refreshing and revitalizing energy. One best way is going to …

One day when I was in a Kmart store, I remembered that I needed a new toothbrush. They did not have the Colgate toothbrush that I normally bought when I replaced my regular toothbrush, and I happened to see that their own brand, American Fare, had a two-pack soft toothbrush …

I started using this product at the library. I had not used it myself until I found a bottle placed in the local library for patrons to use. I had seen bottles of sanitizer in doctor’s offices, hospitals, and many stores —“ but the library is an even more perfect …

I had access to a hot tub when I was living in Texas for a few months, and it was wonderful for my fibromyalgia to let the water gently massage my sore muscles. I normally took a hot bath indoors to treat the symptoms, and one thing I really missed …

I have suffered from carpal tunnel syndrome for years so much so that it was suggested that I have surgery on both wrist. Not wanting surgery I did some research on other options that may be available that’s when I came across Futuro Deluxe Wrist Stabilizers and I’m so …

I have a sensitive mouth, and most mint flavored toothpastes irritate and burn my tongue and gums. Because of this, I normally use either kid’s toothpastes, with their typical fruit or bubble gum flavors, or natural products that have milder flavors also.
One of my favorite all time …

Getting contact lenses is the best decision that I have ever made. The first brand that I was introduced to is Acuvue Clear. It is cheaper than most contact lenses. I have seen the commercial on TV and the product seems like a wonderful product on TV. It claims …

I have taken chlorophyll products in the past to help with breath and body odor. I do not have horrendous odor problems, I just like to be a bit of a clean freak with personal hygiene, and I also like to eat a lot of garlic for its health benefits. …

Cetaphil has always been known for its products which are good for hypersensitive skin. I have been using Cetaphil products on and off because of the fact that they are more expensive than other brands. However, being a person with extremely dry skin and sufferer of atopic …

I wanted a small stationary pedal exerciser for when I have to spend long hours sitting at a desk working, because I wanted to get in a little lower body exercise at the same time. Plus, I thought it might help the circulation to always keep moving like …

I have, my entire life, been a complete klutz. There’s not a whole lot I haven’t accidentally managed to do to myself over the years that has either required a doctor, a hospital or, at the very least, some home medical attention. My latest “mishap” was when I was …

I had seen this product advertised on TV and in magazines, and I decided to try it for myself. Usually I can’t tolerate energy products very well because they usually make me shaky, anxious, or jittery. Sometimes they even make me feel sick. Usually in the …

My main skin problem is scars. I don’t really have problems with pimples, skin discoloration and other skin worries. I tried different scar removers, some work but doesn’t completely vanish the scars. I tried Contractubex when I received a sample when I was strolling in a drugstore. The sample …

I came across these pads a week or so after my son was born. I usually am against conventional disposable products due to their uncomfortable, nonbreathable nature, but these pads really exceeded my expectations as far as disposable products are concerned. These pads have no plastic in them to …

I love to use a shampoo that leaves a nice tingly clean feeling. Tea tree oil is one of my favorite ingredients in natural products and one of my favorite smells in the world. I decided to try out Beauty Without Cruelty’s rosemary mint tea tree shampoo after being very …

I have recently become a fan of pain patches such as those put out by Icy Hot and Therma Care, especially for my shoulder and upper back. They stay in place great in those areas, and really keep the heat coming for a good eight hours before losing their …

This shampoo was one option recommended to me by my hairstylist the last time I had it professionally colored. It looked great—“ I had highlights put in, and I really wanted to keep the brightness of the color for as long as I could.
I had tried non-salon brands and never …

I don’t work very far from where I live.. maybe a mile and a half, one way, and a few weeks ago, I had decided to walk to work. I live in Michigan, and when the sun and warm winds finally start peeking out after the long winter, we’re …

I deal with dry mouth a lot. Much of it is due to medications I have to take for Irritable Bowel Syndrome and rheumatoid arthritis. I have tried a few things to help with my dry mouth. I have chewed gum, sucked on hard candy, and …

I found a great product in CVS that I will definitely be using when I travel. CVS store brand makes a package of four mini portable toothbrushes with a built in floss pick on the opposite end.
This is the ultimate in convenience for traveling! There is one …

Do you ever wake up in the middle of the night with a terrible crick in your neck? I do, quite often. I just fid it difficult to sleep comfortably on my pillow, because it doesn’t fit the contours of my neck, so I feel stiff and …

I’ve always grown up watching my mother’s nightly skin care rituals, and it was sort of therapeutic to witness, and it’s been fond memories for me ever since. And, I’ve also learned a great many things from her about proper skin care that I’ll carry with me for the …

I am kind of a baby about taking pills. I do take a lot of supplements and try to get the best things in my body to boost my health, but when there is a more pleasant way to take something available, I am always willing to try it. Since …

With the number of infectious diseases that are cropping up, people have become more aware of what they need to do in order to keep those infections at bay. Germ X is a hand sanitizer that is supposed to help keep the germs from making your sick. Many people …

The first time I ever saw an EO product was at my local Whole Foods grocery store. I had stopped at the bath and body aisle because I am true fan of the bath and believe that there is nothing more important to a person’s psyche than having some time …

I am a great fitness freak and off late after having included yoga in my fitness routine, I have started feeling much more healthier and energetic. Yoga to a great extent has helped me to become more fit and this is perhaps one of the primary reason that I …

Living in th Philippines with tropical weather means a lot of insects exist in my place. Being a mother, i am very particular to the skin of my baby. Mostly, she plays outside the room, which means more insects particularly — mosquitoes. I usually, let my 3 yrs. old …

I have always loved jojoba oil, and I use it in a variety of things, such as lotions, massage oils, and even bath salt mixes. When I was browsing a discount store and needed some conditioner for my hair, I happened to see these hot oil treatments. I had never …

Since I turned forty, I have been more and more aware of the signs of aging in my face. This can be disconcerting, as most forty-somethings know. I like to use natural products on my face, because I believe that exposure to too many chemicals can accelerate aging, and there …

I had a personal issue that I was trying to get rid of because I was tired of doing it. I wanted to stop smoking but it got to the point where it became very hard. I tried everything under the sun before I gave in and tried …