Tung gel is made specifically for use in cleansing the tongue. It is recommended that you use it with the Tung brush. I have a Tung brush, so I decided to give it a try. I was worried about my breath because of an upcoming date—“ I wanted my …

I have a sleep disorder, and I take a prescription drug to treat it. However, there are times when it still doesn’t quite do the trick. Since I have been on it for many years, my body is used to it, so when there is a stressful situation or I …

I do not know how petroleum jelly came about but it is a very useful product which has a variety of different uses.
From experiments in the lab, as a temporary sealer, to applying it on the rough, dry parts of my skin, this is one product that I have …

I have yet to find hair vitamins on the market than can match Hairtopia. I have suffered from traction alopecia in the crown of my head and the rest of my hair grows extremely slow. Out of sheer frustration I went online to see what was out there that …

I absolutely love the taste and smell of coconut, so when I found this Alba organic coconut cream lip balm, I didn’t even look at the price, I had to have it. (The price, by the way, was pretty good actually.)
I found it in the middle of summer, and …

Andrews Sparkling Salts is a product that provides relief for upset stomach and indigestion. It’s not really made for ulcers, so it won’t help much with any sort of burning.
Recently I was feeling really upset after eating a particular combination of foods and decided I needed to get something …

Walking all the time, moving back and forth and so many other movements have finally taken their toll on my heels. They are quite dry and cracked. Even though I put some lotion on them when I remember to do so, it does not seem enough. I would still …

Normally parents would be the ones reviewing a children’s toothpaste but I am going to review it from a 40 year old’s perspective.
Awhile back I was having some problems with sensitive, sore gums. Long story, but in the end, it was due to a type of toothbrush I was …

Two months after giving birth to my first baby, I consulted my Obstetrician about the best contraceptive pill I could possibly use which could not affect my breastfeeding. She advised me to use Daphne Contraceptive pill. She instructed me to take it regularly (same time of the …

This is a product to help fight constipation. 99% of it is made of pure psyllium husk (I have no idea what the other 1% is made of). It contains no preservative, no artificial colour, no flavouring, no animal substance, no gelatine. This product helps reduce cholesterol, …

I have never though too much about using nasal saline sprays. I usually find other ways to keep my nasal passage clear. Recently I have noticed colder then usual weather in my city. Severe climate changes always affect my body in the worst way. Along with other symptoms this …

When my grandmother was in the hospital the last time and started doing a bit better the insurance company of course has a drive behind patients being discharged. She was doing better enough to be released from the hospital, but really not well enough to come home. We …

Although I am not a fan of mint flavored or cinnamon flavored toothpastes, this one was so interesting looking, I had to give it a try. Normally, most toothpastes with strong flavors irritate my mouth and cause me to not brush as long as I should. I worried this one …

I have “suspected” lupus, so I cannot really spend any time in the sun because it could affect my health. When I do go outside, I wear high powered sun block. This means, basically, that I stay white as a sheet. Since I can’t enjoy the sun traditionally, I …

EZ-Access Aluminum Threshold Ramps - 1″ to 6″ heights was the second wheel chair ramp we tried to make our house wheel chair accessible. You can read my review on the first one if you would like to learn about other wheelchair ramps and our saga. Now this one …

I have always thought that having maximum protection during my time of the month is of key importance. I like to use feminine products that are both reliable and affordable. I decided to go to my local Dollar General store and picked up the DG Health Unscented Plastic Tampons …

As a woman, it is always important to me how I look. I take good care of my skin, I exercise for a strong and toned body, and I eat healthy and moderate amount of food. My looks may not come as a priority to me, but …

I used to work in a drugstore that contained a one hour photo department. It was a fun job working in the photo lab, but we did have to handle several kinds of chemicals that could be potentially harmful. We had this PhysiciansCare first responder eye care kit attached to …

The Southern Bell soap company is one of my favorite local vendors for natural handmade soaps. I have bought several of their soap bars from craft fairs where they had a table or booth. One favorite is Blossoms and Berries. This is an indescribably lovely blend of ripe …

I enjoy taking a nightly bath to help treat the pain and cramps of fibromyalgia, and very often I use bath salts, because of the high mineral content. This helps to draw out toxins from the body, and also to add magnesium to the water which may benefit the muscles …

I have tried many a kinds of lotions and creams and spray that claim to reduce the levels of severe pain that a sunburn can cause, mostly because I’m perpetually deathly pale and any time at all in the sun will leave me with an excrutiating burn. And, sometimes, …

Dandruff is one of the reasons for hair fall. I have tried many shampoos available in the market. Majority of the shampoos just gave relief from dandruff for two days but again I feel itching sensation on my scalp and my …

Suffering from frequent allergies, it sometimes poses a bit of a problem when my nose blocks completely and I have trouble breathing or talking. Having to go out quite often and not stay in, I’ve had to find a way to beat this.
Vicks Vapor Inhaler proved to be a …

I’ve been taking chromium for several years to help manage my blood sugar levels. I’ve used quite a few brands and types, and I was happy to find that it was available from Now Foods, which is a company that I have had very good experiences with.
I have …

I just bought a portable FIR sauna blanket made in china. The price is very affordable and unlike a room sauna, you were lying on the bed or a couch while you are using it. It’s very comfortable and easy to operate. FIR or Far Infrared Ray sauna …

Every pregnant woman gains weight and upon giving birth, some of the unwanted weight remain. Fat deposits are seen here and there, making new moms insecure about their body shape. I for one experienced that dreadful feeling. Upon getting the go signal from my ob-gyne that …

There is nothing like a good bubble bath to soothe tired sore muscles and make the stress of the day disappear. I have fibromyalgia, and hot baths are almost a necessity for me to be functional.
I have a great variety of bubble baths, bath salts, and other bath …

Last night, I had my first experience with an air brush tanning system. I grew up in Southern California, where such a thought would have seemed silly, at that time, for me. Now, I actually wish that this type of tan HAD been available for me, when I remember …

Working in the kitchen had never been my cup of tea and so whenever I happened to be to be working there, minor accidents of burning my skin or cutting my finger with the kitchen knife seemed to become a part and parcel of life. To combat all these …

Treating my lips to a quality lip balm is something I enjoy doing during the colder months of the year. I like to use Anna Sui lip balm when I know I will be outside a lot. It is more expensive than just regular lip balms but that is …

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 …

Since I keep first aid kits on hand in my home, vehicle, and our recreational boat, I keep it fully stocked with anything I might need to take care of a small emergency (or, a simple cut or abrasion). One of the items I always keep it stocked …

Taking Caltrate 600+D Calcium Supplements is part of my daily routine. In fact, I take it twice a day, on the advice of my doctor. Calcium and Vitamin D play a vital role in the management and prevention of disease. Caltrate 600+D contains both 600mg of …

Of the nasal sprays that I’ve tried in the past, and I’ve tried quite a few of them, the Walgreens Saline Nasal Spray is probably one of the cheapest at only $3 a bottle. I have pretty severe allergies and, for the most part, they last pretty much the …

I usually don’t ever use mouthwash because for some reason by the end of the day I’m too tired to do anything but sleep. And I’m not much of a morning person. But when I came home from my college dorm, I found this mouthwash in the bathroom. I …

Almost ten years ago, I was working for the Postal Service, at a Remote Encoding Center, which basically means I sat at a desk, usually for ten hours a day, and typed in the addresses that appear on envelopes that have been pushed through and scanned by a big …

I bought Alba Cocoa Butter hand and body lotion while in the middle of my exploration of different cocoa butters. I love the Alba brand, so I was pretty excited to try their cocoa butter. This product came in a bottle with the brand’s typical design: that …

Just imagine…at one point you have complete vision and then macular degeneration creeps up on you and you only have peripheral vision. You cant see the television, or read, in fact life is very different for you.
This has recently happened to my Uncle, an articulate, interesting gentleman who loved …

I get bruises whenever I play soccer. It has been a very risky game but I have enjoyed it much. There are also times when I will accidentally have cuts because of too much working out. I have solved these medical problems by applying conventional products to my bruises and …

I always have been very stylish with my hair. During my younger years, I believe that hair is a woman’s crowning glory. My hair was the victim of any extreme emotion that stroked me. When my boyfriend and I had I fight, I got depressed and cut my hair …

I bought this shower wash 3 in 1 product when a local cosmetics store was having a special promotion on Philosophy products. I have used several of their scents, and while I find their prices a bit high for the quality and size, I will admit that they know what …

This product from the ever-reliable Suave line is one that I was introduced to through someone to whom it is actually marketed for. I sometimes baby-sit the neighbor’s son, and when he comes over, he brings his little night-bag full of whatever products and toys his mom wants him …

I feel little embarrassed to talk about this but I feel like other women can relate to this situation. There were a time when I thought I was never going to get pregnant. No matter what I did, no matter what I wanted I couldn’t get it right. …

I like the feeling that you get by using a moist wipe after bathroom trips. I would much rather have the confidence of knowing I am completely clean—“ because we all know that toilet paper is not always as effective as you want it to be, because it is thin …

I have heard many people talking about Peppermint Oil before and how it is good to relieve the feeling of being bloated or gassy. It also helps to relieve nausea and helps you burp.
I went to the pharmacy and got a bottle of Peppermint Oil one day because I …

My husband has been recently been complaining how I’m going to kill him with my cooking. It’s all about flavor for me since I grew up in the South. But it’s all about health for him; he said he’s been having nightmares about blocked arteries from the meals I …

Some months, at a certain time of the month, I get terrible cramps, bloating, fatigue, backaches, and even headaches. It seems like the checklist that comes along with a period, I get them all, and sometimes they hit me at once so I feel like a cruddy fat …

Nycil is the name of the body powder, which is again very good. It is too good for me because of many reasons. Actually my skin is dry by nature and that is why the dry skin is very delicate. Due to a lot of pollution …

The Holyoke health center is an alright place to have as your doctor’s office but there are a few downfalls to having this place as your doctor’s office that kind of bothered me but nonetheless it is still a decent place to go to.
The Holyoke health center is located …

I bought a bottle of this shampoo because it was on sale for a great price where I shop. I like using the two in one shampoo/conditioner products because they tangle my hair less and have a smooth feel, and also make it easier to dry quickly. I’m not …