Wednesday, February 28, 2018

Blog #4: Future of "Naturals" (V2)

The OTC products categories such as: energy &
sense of well-being (peace), are most appropriate
for natural products.

Because they are safe and have been proven to work
without harmful side effects.

OTC products categories such as headaches are
least appropriate for natural products. Simply
because, I have not found a natural OTC product
that removes headaches of any type like migraines.

There are not any barriers that keep me from using
more natural items. The fact that natural products
are not FDA regulated does not concern me.

I wish the could change the concept that, OTC
natural products are not as effective as conventional
OTC products.

Bayer: Their strengths are that they have the
resources to offer natural products. Their weakness
are replacing the drug aspirin. I think they have
some credibility.

Johnson & Johnson: Their strengths are they started
out as a family company. In my opinion that's caring.
Their weakness is that they became a big corporation.
They have credibility because, of their various products.

Pfizer: Their strengths are they have a huge economic
resources & smart employees to offer natural products.
Their weakness are discovering alternatives to all the
harmful drugs in their conventional products. At this
point, I don't think they have any credibility,
for natural products.

Claritin, One-A-Day, & Centrum are better suited
to evolving their products line to include natural products.

Claritin: There are herb based ingredients that can be
used in the allergy category.

One-A-Day: Being a company that offers dietary supplements,
is better suited to evolving to include natural products.

Centrum: Also, another company that offers dietary supplements
like vitamins, is better suited to evolving to include
natural products.

They all have the proven business model to bring products
to customers who want & needs them.

Aleve, Advil, Robitussin & Tylenol are less suited
to evolving their products line to include natural products.

Aleve: Because, product contains drugs like ibroprophen
that could be difficult to replace with natural ingredients.

Advil: Because, product contains active drug ingredients,
that could be hard to replace with natural ingredients.

Robitussin: Because, product contains active drug 
ingredients that could be difficult to replace with natural.

Tylenol: Because, drugs like acetaminophen,
that could be hard to replace with natural ingredients.

Dampo Throat Soother: I'm not interested in this
product because, I use a similar product already.
I like the idea of being all natural.

Iberogast Digestive Support: I'm interested in 

this product because, it uses 9 time tested extracts.

Euphytose Stress Support: I'm interested in this product,
because it's a product that makes you feel good.
I like the idea of a drug-free OTC product.

Euphytose Night: I'm not interested in this product
because, I don't have problems falling asleep.
I like the idea of lemon balm, passionflower & valerian root.

Phytodolor Pain Soother: I'm not interested in this product
because, I don't have minor joint or muscle pain. I like
the idea of a drug-free liquid.

If these brands were currently in other countries,
it would not affect my impressions of them. Because,
the brands are a great idea.

If these brands were brought to me by Bayer,
it would improve my impessions of them. Because,
they have the technology to improve products.

If these brands were brought to me by Pfizer,
it would improve my impressions of them. Because,

they have the resources to be all natural and safe.




Sunday, February 25, 2018

Blog #3 : Virtual Shop-A-Long

I typically purchase OTC healthcare products
at Amazon.com or Dollar Tree.

I purchase OTC products at different locations
because of price & selection. I typically shop
monthly or as needed for my OTC products.

My shopping process is the same for
conventional vs. natural OTC products.
My selection is a lot bigger for natural
OTC products, than conventional OTC products.

It usually takes me only 5- 10 minutes to
shop for conventional OTC products. I usually
spend 15-20 minutes shopping for natural
OTC products. I spend more time shopping
on Amazon.com compared to Dollar Tree.

I consider only 1 or 2 options for conventional
OTC products. I consider several options for
natural OTC products, because of the different categories.

I do not talk to anyone. I will buy sometimes
on deal or sale. Depending on the product.

When shopping at Amazon.com I choose
between brands based on the ratings. At
Dollar Tree I choose based on availability.




The magnesium & Iron minerals catches my eye.

If I bought a new-to-you natural OTC product
it would be the mineral magnesium. Because, it would
enhance my body & mind.


Vitamin D-3 is not for me because, I get vitamin D-3
from the Sun & the sunlight.


Ginkgo Biloba is not for me because, the dietary
supplements is in my brain health supplements.



It's good they offer both conventional & natural products.
It shows the brand is commited to effective health care.

The Vicks brand is known mostly for being a conventional
brand. The value it adds is options for the consumer.

I found the natural products in the OTC health care
section. The location makes sense to me. Because it
makes shopping easier & faster. 

Stores should put natural products next to conventional
products. It makes comparison shopping easier 
& more effective.

Friday, February 23, 2018

Blog #2: All OTCs Are Not Alike!

Conventional OTC products contain drugs and are harmful.
Natural OTC products are herbal based & are usually safe.

By reading the labels. Conventional products are FDA regulated.
Natural products are listed as dietary supplements on the labels.






Chose the happy emotion image because, natural OTC products
makes me feel happy & good. I chose the sad emotion because,
conventional OTC products makes me feel sad & sick.

They are plant based & usually inexpensive.
They are very effective and gentle on my system.
They're both short-term & long-term. Because
I can use for either, I have options.

The advantages are: safer & lower cost products.
The main concerns are basically the safety and side effects.



From my high school teamates & coaches back in 1982.
Yes, from different coaches & classmates. I also researched
labels at drugstores like Walgreens.

To improve my performance in high school sports.


It was a recommendation. Also, the ingredient
which was herb based.

I did not have any concerns because, I
trusted the recommendations & ingredients.

It was back in 1982 in high school.
The natural OTC product was ginseng.

For the increased energy.
I purchased the product at Walgreens.

The fact that it increased energy & performance.
Also, it was something a teenager could afford.
It worked out very well. I was very satisfied.


Nature's Measure, vitamin C. Major, vitamin B-12.
Nutrition Essentials, Neuro Clarity.


Vitamin C: For a healthy immune system.


Vitamin B-12: For a healthy nervous system.



Neuro Clarity: For focus & memory. Brain health.


They are all used for substitute for drugs.

Yes, they are all meeting my expectations because,
I feel fantastic.



Tuesday, February 20, 2018

Blog #1: Me, Myself & I



Hello Universe, my name is Manuel Holder. I'm 53 years young.
I live in Phoenix,AZ. I'm single. I have 1 beautiful daughter
& 2 grandsons. They live in another state.

I live with a older female roomate, with a dog.
My interest are reading non-fiction books & audio books.
I'm self-employed. I do consulting for B2B & B2C clients
to get more sales and revenue.

I'm passionate about making music, meditation & exercising.
Doing this makes me feel alive and wonderful!


It symbolizes that my body & mind is functioning better than
ever. At this point & moment in my life, I wouldn't change
anything about my body functions.

I take a proactive approach towards my health & wellness.
I think about healthy living everyday. My goal is to stay
healthy & fit. Everything I'm doing is working, because I
always feel fantastic.

I haven't eaten pork in 21 years & I'm gluten-free. I also
don't consume caffeine. I'm eating lots of fresh fruit.
I exercise & stretch daily. I take vitamins and dietary
supplements for brain health.



I chose this image because that's the stage I'm at in
my life. My age impacts my approach to health & wellness.
I don't party as much or consume sugar or alcohol, like
I did when I was younger. I don't have the desire to do so.

Here are the Brands I interact with during the day:
Fry's Food Stores, Quaker Oates, Cheerios, Polo clothing
& Seiko watches. These brands have been proven for
quality & stand the test of time.