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O CANADA- us old gals used 2 use the stars of our day treatments- from Epsom Salts 2 diced potatoes 2 milk face wash 2 lemon 2 milk on face if bad reaction 2 makeup- 2 baking soda-Vinegar 4 nightsweats etc. - all old fashioned recipies passed down back in the day- here's some old country barbie hints- 4 all age gals and folks remedies
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Miranda Lambert- Moma's Broken Heart- says it all about us gals in the 60s and 70s.... Jackie Kennedy suits hat, gloves and purse working day and church and flower child at night.... and this is exactly how it was....
Dresses of the 60s we wore... and loved... elegant and graceful
I
was in a horrific car accident back many years.... over 70s surgeries- most 2
my face... eye damage so bad that had 2 go up 4 continuous eye surgeries every
other day (these surgeries were while i was awake.... believe me when i tell u
what works... and fast- each and every
hour a clean bowl of warm epsom salts and water and cleaned big wooden spoon
with new gauze).... the hospitals always used epsom salts (warm in a basin of
warm water) large wooden baking spoons that would cover my eye , wrapped in loose
gauze... this was done each and every hour on the hour...... and it worked.
Years
later one of my grl friend got 2 happy and ran (in her cups) face first in2 a
tree and she had a serious business meeing in 4 days and she looked like a
horrible beaten raccoon.... so told her and her man and i took turns 4 the 24
hours... AND, OF COURSE, IT WORKED.... it's the only thing old momma nova would
recommend outside of cucumbers over your eyelids in a dark room and always
sliced or diced potatoes... old or new... a potato will never let u down....
and always bathe your face afterwards in milk (carnation can milk mixed with
water is the best - AND NO FACE CLOTH OR PAPER TOWELS... just ur hands.... )
SWOLLEN
EYES-
From the Home Remedies Refrigerator
Cucumbers. From the vegetable bin comes the well-known
cucumber remedy. Cucumbers aren't only deliciously cool and soothing to the
touch, but their astringent properties cause blood vessels to constrict. Lean
your head back, rest a slice on each closed eye, and relax for five to ten
minutes while the cukes cure your puffiness.
Potato. The common potato also pampers puffy eyes.
Tubers are tried and true in European folk medicine as a means to soothe
painful joints, headaches, and other inflammatory conditions. Potato starch
acts as an anti-inflammatory agent to ease irritated eyes. Start by pretending
you're making hash browns. Peel one potato, then wash and dry it. Grate the
potato as fine as possible, then instead of frying it up with butter, place the
pulp in a clean cloth and fold to make a poultice. Place the poultice on your
eyelids for 15 minutes.
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Dolly Parton- Backwoods Barbie
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12 Surprising Personal Uses for Baking Soda
Baking soda is great for cleaning
the house, but did you know there are tons of ways you can use baking soda for
personal care as well? Here are the Domestic CEO's 12 favorite ways to use our
good friend sodium bicarbonate for natural cleansing.
I’ve talked a lot about the many
ways baking soda can be used in your home for
chemical-free, organic cleaning. Check out my episodes on How to Clean With Baking Soda and More Uses for Baking Soda.
But did you know there are tons
of ways you can use baking soda for personal care as well as household
cleaning?
Taking care of yourself and your
home in a pure, natural way is easy when you incorporate baking soda into your
daily routine. Here are 12 of my favorite ways to use our good friend sodium
bicarbonate:
Freshen your mouth: Don’t you hate it when you can taste that
onion from your sandwich long after lunch? Here’s a quick and simple way to get
rid of it. Simply mix one teaspoon of baking soda with half a glass of water
then swish it around in your mouth for about 30 seconds. Spit and rinse. Those
nasty odors will be neutralized, not just covered up.
Soothe an upset stomach:
Did you know you can use baking soda to ease an upset stomach or to relieve
heartburn? Just add 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda to 4 ounces of water. Dissolve
completely in water and drink. You can repeat this every 2 hours, or as
directed by physician.
Get silky skin and feel refreshed: Adding baking soda to your bath will give you silky skin and leave you
feeling refreshed and relaxed. While running your bath water, add a ½ cup of
baking soda and let it dissolve. Now, sink into your relaxing bath and let the
amazingness of baking soda help you feel restored.
Underarm refresh: Dusting
a bit of baking soda on your armpits will eliminate odor. If you don’t have the
time or ability to wash away the odors of your day, carry some baking soda and
a few cotton balls in your purse or backpack. This is a handy tip for
travelling, especially overseas. If you don’t have access to soap and water,
use this little trick to eliminate odors and feel fresh.
Cleaning brushes and combs: For lustrous hair with more shine, it's important to keep your
brushes and combs clean. To remove natural oil build-up and hair product
residue, soak your combs and brushes in a solution of 1 teaspoon of baking soda
dissolved in a small basin of warm water. Soak for at least an hour and then
rinse and let air dry before using. I recommend cleaning your combs and brushes
every other month. Try this same technique for cleaning your make-up brushes,
too!
Gentle hand cleaner: Skip
the harsh, chemical hand cleaners when you’re washing up after gardening or
automotive repairs. Make a paste using 3 tablespoons of baking soda mixed with
1 tablespoon water. Mix thoroughly and use as you would any paste hand cleaner.
Not only will your hands get very clean, but your skin will thank you for not
using harsh toxins.
Tired foot soak: Are
your dogs barking from a long day on your feet? Try dissolving 3 tablespoons of
baking soda into a basin of warm water. Soak your feet for 15-20 minutes. If
you’d like to continue on with a pedicure, use the same ratio as the hand
cleaner; 3 tablespoons of baking soda mixed with 1 tablespoon water. Use this
paste to scrub your callouses and give a refreshing massage to your achy feet.
Get shiny hair: To
get shiny, healthy looking hair add a bit of baking soda to your morning
routine. Mix a quarter-sized amount of baking soda into your palm along with
your favorite shampoo. Shampoo as usual and rinse thoroughly. All the gunk and
residue that builds up in your hair from styling products will be removed so
your hair will feel and smells cleaner and be more manageable.
Skip a shampoo: It’s
good for your hair and scalp to skip a shampoo at least for a day. In order for
your hair to feel clean and less oily on the non-shampooing days, take a
teaspoon of baking soda in the palms of your hands and rub into your hair,
especially your scalp. This will help dry out any oiliness and make your hair
smell and feel fresh.
Skin exfoliator/scrub: Want
to give your skin an all-over healthy glow? Mix up that same paste used for the
hand cleaner and foot scrub using 3 parts baking soda to 1 part water. Rub this
in a gentle, circular motion on your face and body. This will gently remove
dead skin cells, leaving your skin glowing and smooth.
Stop smelly sneakers: Baking
soda is the perfect product to combat the smelly shoe. You can use it in one of
two ways: sprinkle some baking soda directly into a stinky shoe after wearing.
This will absorb and kill those nasty odors. Be sure to shake out any excess
baking soda before wearing again. The other alternative is to fill an old sock
with baking soda. Tie the top of the sock with string or yarn. When shoes get
smelly, stuff one of these baking soda sock sachets into each shoe. The odors
will become history!
Dirty sandal scrub: Now
that summer is here, your footwear choice is probably more along the lines of
sandals and flip flops than boots. You know those babies can get dirty and
smelly. Here’s a quick scrub to remove both those problems: mix 3 tablespoons
baking soda with 2 tablespoons water. Use this watery paste paired with a scrub
brush or old toothbrush to clean away the dirt and smell from your summer
footwear. Use a damp paper towel to remove any remaining baking soda residue and
let your sandals or flip flops dry in the sun before wearing them.
These 12 baking soda tips will
have you feeling, looking, and smelling clean and fresh. And you’ll be happy
you spent just pennies on all these personal care ideas instead of spending a boatload
on expensive, chemical-filled products. Baking soda is truly amazing.
Do you have other suggestions for
how to use baking soda in your home? Share them with us in Comments below or on
the Domestic
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Until next time, I'm the Domestic
CEO, helping you love your home.
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GALS
NIGHTSWEATS AND MORNING SICKNESS... OR AFTER PARTY NAUSEA- our momma and grannie always had a basin of cold, water by the bed and a cloth 4 the back of the neck and inside wrists... and it worked
The healing powers of vinegar
It's
cheap and may not be glamorous, but the vinegar you put on your salad can
protect against heart disease and cancer, and even help us age more slowly.
Vinegar
not only tastes great on chips, dresses up a salad and makes glassware sparkle,
but it is also a storehouse of important vitamins, minerals, essential amino
acids and enzymes and has a host of amazing healing powers.
New
research means doctors and scientists are calling it one of the 'functional'
foods - foods that are not only nutritious but help prevent and protect against
disease.
Follow
this guide for the type that's right for you.
Apple
Cider
This
vinegar, available in supermarkets and health food shops, is the most potent
and health-giving of all vinegars.
It
contains the same important nutrients as apples - including pectin,
beta-carotene and potassium - plus enzymes and amino acids formed during the
fermentation process.
Its
high potassium content encourages cell, tissue and organism growth, and the
enzymes help boost chemical reactions in the body.
It
also contains calcium, which maintains healthy bones, helps transmit nerve
impulses and regulates muscle contraction, and iron, essential for healthy
blood. Magnesium is another
component,
with many beneficial effects on the body, especially the heart.
Low
potassium levels can make us feel permanently tired, and potassium-rich foods
help prevent age-related illness.
It
also enables the stomach to produce hydrochloric acid, which aids digestion. We
lose acid as we age, but apple cider vinegar can help prevent common digestive
disorders as we get older.
Red
wine
Red
wine vinegar has been used for centuries as a cure-all, and its benefits are
now being confirmed by scientific research.
It
has even been credited with helping the Roman army succeed.
Latin
historian Spartianus apparently recorded that vinegar mixed with water was the
drink that helped soldiers survive battle, as well as the various alien
climates they encountered.
Medical
experts agree that the healthier you are, the younger your body stays. Not only
is red wine vinegar full of anti-ageing antioxidants, it is cholesterol free,
sodium free, and fat free.
Without
doubt it can help stave off age-related ailments such as heart disease and
cancer.
Like
wine itself, red wine vinegar is flavanoid-rich and can help lower your
cholesterol levels, which again lessens the risk of heart attacks, strokes and
high blood pressure.
Vinegar
acts as a substitute for salt, and a low fat, low sodium diet is important for
a healthy heart as we get older.
Red
wine vinegar adds flavour to low-fat, heart-healthy foods such as beans,
vegetables, fruit, pasta and whole grain cereals.
Balsamic
and herbs
In
Italian 'balsamico' means balm and in previous centuries, balsamic vinegar was
used as a gargle, tonic and air purifier against the plague.
Traditionally
it was made from Trebbiano grapes allowed to ripen until they are supersweet on
the hills around Modena, Italy.
High
in antioxidants and potassium, it also makes a particularly tasty vinaigrette.
Its
sweet, full flavour means it can even be used over vanilla ice cream.
Thyme
vinegar
This
vinegar contains iron, magnesium, silicon and thiamine and acts as an
antiseptic and general healing tonic. It can subdue coughing and relieve
intestinal ailments.
Oregano
vinegar
This
is both antiseptic and anti-inflammatory. It kills bacteria, viruses, fungi and
other germs and fights cold and flu.
Sage
vinegar
Recommended
for the gum disease gingivitis and sore throats, due to its natural astringent
and antiseptic properties.
Rosemary
vinegar
This
contains extra calcium, magnesium and potassium, all of which help balance
fluids surrounding nerves and heart tissue. Rosemary may also help to lower
blood pressure.
Ten
more therapeutic uses
1.
Heal burns: To minimise inflammation and swelling, apply apple cider vinegar
straight out of the bottle to burns. It should also help alleviate smarting and
soreness and prevent blisters.
2.
Clear congestion: Inhale the vapour from a steaming pot of water containing
several spoonfuls of apple cider vinegar.
3.
Lose a headache: For a tension headache, dampen a cloth with herbal vinegar,
put it on your forehead and lie down. For migraine, mix equal parts of vinegar
and water in a pan and bring to a boil. Lean your head over the pan and inhale
for 75 breaths.
4.
Soothe a sore throat: Gargle with a 50-50 solution of warm water and vinegar.
5.
Relieve sunburn: Apply cold vinegar compresses to sunburned skin to relieve
discomfort and prevent blisters. antiseptic properties. (Pregnant women should
avoid it.)
6.
Stop hiccups: Sip a glass of warm water mixed with a teaspoon of vinegar.
7.
Swat insect stings: Make a paste from vinegar and cornstarch and apply directly
to insect bites or bee stings, but not wasp stings.
8.
Alleviate athlete's foot: Rinse feet several times a day with plain, herbal or
apple cider vinegar. The acid content of the vinegar helps stop fungus growth
and relieves itching.
9.
Fight off night sweats: For menopausal night sweats, or sweats caused by flu,
try sponging yourself down with apple cider vinegar before going to bed.
10.
Avoid morning sickness: Drinking a glass of water containing a teaspoon of
apple cider vinegar, first thing in the morning, should alleviate early
pregnancy nausea, and is safe for the baby.
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31 Surprising Baking Soda Uses
Find out why baking soda—a
powerhouse of a product—is one of the most versatile and effective tools in
your household arsenal.
Baking soda can do a lot more
than just sit in the back of the fridge. Try these easy tips and put baking
soda to work in every room of your house!
Skip produce washes—just put some baking soda on a
damp sponge, scrub and rinse.
Soak hair brushes and combs in a mixture of 1 teaspoon baking soda and
a small amount of warm water. Rinse and dry.
Before you store your patio furniture for the season, scatter baking
soda under chair cushions.
Keep your grill clean all summer long by putting some baking soda on a
damp brush, scrubbing the grate, then rinsing.
Freshen rugs by sprinkling baking soda on carpet, wait at least 15
minutes (preferably let sit overnight), then vacuum up.
Add 1 cup of baking soda to your next load of laundry (along with your regular
liquid detergent) to get clothes cleaner and brighter.
Remove baked-on residue by shaking a generous amount of baking soda on
pots and pans. Then add hot water and dish detergent, let sit for 15 minutes
and wash as usual.
Deodorize a funky-smelling hamper. Sprinkle baking soda in the bottom
of the hamper (or over dirty clothes) to keep items fresher until laundry day.
To brighten a dull floor finish, dissolve ½ cup baking soda in a bucket
of warm water. Mop and rinse for a shiny floor.
Make your own bathroom scrub by mixing ¼ cup
baking soda with 1 tablespoon liquid detergent. Add vinegar to give it a thick,
creamy texture.
To put out a grease fire, scatter baking soda over it by the handful to
extinguish flames.
Clean the dishwasher and coffeemaker by running
an empty cycle with baking soda.
Add ½ cup baking soda to your bath for an at-home spa treatment.
To shine tarnished silver, combine three parts baking soda with one
part water. Rub onto silver with a clean cloth or sponge. Rinse thoroughly and
dry.
Sprinkle baking soda in the kitty box, then add litter on top to keep
smells to a minimum. Or make a DIY litter, mixing a small box of baking soda
with 3 inches of sandy clay.
Use baking soda to brush your pets’ teeth.
For instant relief from bug bites, sunburn and poison ivy, mix baking
soda with a little water and apply it directly to the sore.
Pour in 1 cup baking soda followed by 1 cup hot vinegar to quickly
unclog the kitchen drain.
Fight dandruff by tabling the shampoo for a few
weeks and massaging your wet scalp with a handful of baking soda instead.
Gargle with baking soda, or use it as mouthwash.
Soak toothbrushes in a mixture of ¼ cup baking soda and ¼ cup water;
let brushes stand overnight for a thorough cleaning.
Make a fluffier omelet by adding ½ teaspoon baking soda for every three
eggs.
Use a pinch in a gallon of freshly-brewed iced tea, to take out the
bitterness and prevent cloudiness.
Scatter baking soda on icy sidewalks―it’s not as corrosive as salt.
Discourage weeds by sprinkling baking soda into the cracks on your
driveway and walkways.
Surround Fido’s food bowls with baking soda to keep pests away.
Mix a little baking soda into your conditioner and lather on your hair
to keep it healthy and resistant to split ends.
Have heartburn? Create an antacid by mixing ½ teaspoon of baking soda
with ½ cup of water.
To clean a toilet, add ¼ cup baking soda to the
bowl, swirl, then scrub.
Exfoliate your skin with a paste of 3 parts baking soda to one part
water. Apply gently with your fingertips in a circular motion, then rinse
To deodorize a drain, pour about ½ cup baking soda down the drain,
followed by ½ cup vinegar. After 15 minutes, pour in boiling water to clean
residue. NOTE: Use this method only if your pipes are metal.
And never mix with other cleaning solutions. Don't try this if you've recently
used a commercial drain product.
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How to Clean with Lemons
Add a twist
to your cleaning routine with this multipurpose citrus fruit
The acid in lemons has antiseptic
properties and a fresh scent, making it a natural solution for your household
chores. Save money by using this citrus fruit to replace costly cleaning
products.
·
Kill
microwave smells. Fill a
heat-resistant bowl with water and half a lemon and zap for five minutes.
·
Bust
dust particles. Mix 10 drops
lemon oil, 2 tablespoons lemon juice and a few drops olive oil in a spray
bottle. Spray onto surfaces; wipe with a cotton flannel cloth.
·
Attack
a stain. Add ½ cup lemon
juice to a load of white laundry, then let dry in the sun.
·
Polish
wood. If it's varnished: Add
a few drops of lemon to ½ cup warm water. Spray onto a slightly damp cotton
cloth and wipe furniture. If it's unvarnished: Mix 2 teaspoons each of olive
oil and lemon juice. Apply to a soft cotton cloth. Use wide strokes to
distribute evenly.
·
Clean
in the bathroom. Put lemon
juice on a sponge and wipe shower doors to remove soap scum.
·
Sparkle
and shine. This natural
bleach and disinfectant cleans brass and copper. Sprinkle salt over half a
lemon, rub it over the metal, then wash clean.
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GLORIOUS
VINEGAR
Uses & Tips*
*The uses and tips described on this Web site
were drawn from a variety of sources, including consumer suggestions, articles
and other published sources. These uses and tips have not been tested or
documented by, and are not endorsed by, the Institute or its members.
Cleaning with
Vinegar
Cleaning with
Vinegar (pdf)
Vinegar tip card (pdf)
Floors
No-wax floors:
To wash no-wax floors, add ½ cup of white distilled vinegar to a half-gallon of warm water.
To wash no-wax floors, add ½ cup of white distilled vinegar to a half-gallon of warm water.
Carpet stain removal:
A mixture of 1 teaspoon of liquid detergent and 1 teaspoon of white distilled vinegar in a pint of lukewarm water will remove non-oily stains from carpets. Apply it to the stain with a soft brush or towel and rub gently. Rinse with a towel moistened with clean water and blot dry. Repeat this procedure until the stain is gone. Then dry quickly, using a fan or hair dryer. This should be done as soon as the stain is discovered.
A mixture of 1 teaspoon of liquid detergent and 1 teaspoon of white distilled vinegar in a pint of lukewarm water will remove non-oily stains from carpets. Apply it to the stain with a soft brush or towel and rub gently. Rinse with a towel moistened with clean water and blot dry. Repeat this procedure until the stain is gone. Then dry quickly, using a fan or hair dryer. This should be done as soon as the stain is discovered.
Windows
& Walls
Streakless windows:
Window cleaning with vinegar will make your windows gleam and will not leave the usual film or streaks on the glass. Mix equal parts of white distilled vinegar and warm water. Dry with a soft cloth.
Window cleaning with vinegar will make your windows gleam and will not leave the usual film or streaks on the glass. Mix equal parts of white distilled vinegar and warm water. Dry with a soft cloth.
Washing woodwork:
You can ease the job of washing painted walls, woodwork and Venetian blinds by using a mixture of 1 cup ammonia, ½ cup white distilled vinegar and ¼ cup baking soda with 1 gallon of warm water. Wipe this solution over walls or blinds with a sponge or cloth and rinse with clear water. Dirt and grime comes off easily and the solution will not dull the painted finish or leave streaks.
You can ease the job of washing painted walls, woodwork and Venetian blinds by using a mixture of 1 cup ammonia, ½ cup white distilled vinegar and ¼ cup baking soda with 1 gallon of warm water. Wipe this solution over walls or blinds with a sponge or cloth and rinse with clear water. Dirt and grime comes off easily and the solution will not dull the painted finish or leave streaks.
Water or alcohol marks on wood:
Stubborn rings resulting from wet glasses being placed on wood furniture may be removed by rubbing with a mixture of equal parts of white distilled vinegar and olive oil. Rub with the grain and polish for the best results.
Stubborn rings resulting from wet glasses being placed on wood furniture may be removed by rubbing with a mixture of equal parts of white distilled vinegar and olive oil. Rub with the grain and polish for the best results.
Kitchen
Garbage disposal cleaner:
Garbage disposal cleaning with vinegar cubes keeps disposals clean and odor free. Vinegar cubes are made by filling an ice tray with a mixture of 1 cup of vinegar and enough water to fill the ice tray and then freezing it. Run the mixture through the disposal, and then flush it with cold water for a minute or so.
Garbage disposal cleaning with vinegar cubes keeps disposals clean and odor free. Vinegar cubes are made by filling an ice tray with a mixture of 1 cup of vinegar and enough water to fill the ice tray and then freezing it. Run the mixture through the disposal, and then flush it with cold water for a minute or so.
Coffee maker cleaner
(automatic):
White distilled vinegar can help to dissolve mineral deposits that collect in automatic drip coffee makers from hard water. Fill the reservoir with white distilled vinegar and run it through a brewing cycle. Rinse thoroughly with water when the cycle is finished. (Be sure to check the owner’s manual for specific instructions.)
White distilled vinegar can help to dissolve mineral deposits that collect in automatic drip coffee makers from hard water. Fill the reservoir with white distilled vinegar and run it through a brewing cycle. Rinse thoroughly with water when the cycle is finished. (Be sure to check the owner’s manual for specific instructions.)
Clean the microwave:
Boil a solution of 1/4 cup of white distilled vinegar and 1 cup of water in the microwave. Will loosen splattered on food and deodorize.
Boil a solution of 1/4 cup of white distilled vinegar and 1 cup of water in the microwave. Will loosen splattered on food and deodorize.
Deodorize the kitchen drain:
Pour a cup of white distilled vinegar down the drain once a week. Let stand 30 minutes and then flush with cold water.
Pour a cup of white distilled vinegar down the drain once a week. Let stand 30 minutes and then flush with cold water.
Clean the refrigerator:
Wash with a solution of equal parts water and white distilled vinegar.
Wash with a solution of equal parts water and white distilled vinegar.
Clean and disinfect wood
cutting boards:
Wipe with full strength white distilled vinegar.
Wipe with full strength white distilled vinegar.
Brass polish:
Cleaning with vinegar helps your brass, copper and pewter to shine. Dissolve 1 teaspoon of salt in 1 cup of white distilled vinegar and stir in flour until it becomes a paste. Apply paste to the metals and let it stand for about 15 minutes. Rinse with clean warm water and polish until dry.
Cleaning with vinegar helps your brass, copper and pewter to shine. Dissolve 1 teaspoon of salt in 1 cup of white distilled vinegar and stir in flour until it becomes a paste. Apply paste to the metals and let it stand for about 15 minutes. Rinse with clean warm water and polish until dry.
Ant deterrent:
Ant invasions can sometimes be deterred by washing counter tops, cabinets and floors with white distilled vinegar.
Ant invasions can sometimes be deterred by washing counter tops, cabinets and floors with white distilled vinegar.
Getting Rid of Fruit Flies/Gnats
in Your Kitchen
Place a bowl filled with ½ quart water, 2 Tbsp. sugar, 2 Tbsp. apple cider vinegar and a couple of drops of dish soap to attract the fruit flies. Always eliminate the source of attraction, i.e., ripened produce.
Place a bowl filled with ½ quart water, 2 Tbsp. sugar, 2 Tbsp. apple cider vinegar and a couple of drops of dish soap to attract the fruit flies. Always eliminate the source of attraction, i.e., ripened produce.
Cleaning Stainless Steel
Appliances
Cleaning with vinegar makes it easier to remove streaks from stainless steel appliances. Apply vinegar with a soft cloth. Try in an inconspicuous place first.
Cleaning with vinegar makes it easier to remove streaks from stainless steel appliances. Apply vinegar with a soft cloth. Try in an inconspicuous place first.
Cleaner Dishes and Glasses
Pour 1 ½ cup to 2 cups white distilled vinegar in the bottom of dishwasher, along with regular dishwasher soap. Wash full cycle.
Pour 1 ½ cup to 2 cups white distilled vinegar in the bottom of dishwasher, along with regular dishwasher soap. Wash full cycle.
Remove Refrigerator Smells
Place 1 cup apple cider vinegar in a glass and set in refrigerator. Within 2 days, any smell is gone!
Place 1 cup apple cider vinegar in a glass and set in refrigerator. Within 2 days, any smell is gone!
Bathroom
Bathtub film:
Bathtub film can be removed by wiping with white distilled vinegar and then with soda. Rinse clean with water.
Bathtub film can be removed by wiping with white distilled vinegar and then with soda. Rinse clean with water.
Shower doors:
Rub down shower doors with a sponge soaked in white distilled vinegar to remove soap residue.
Rub down shower doors with a sponge soaked in white distilled vinegar to remove soap residue.
Toilet bowl cleaner:
Stubborn stains can be removed from the toilet by cleaning with white distilled vinegar and brushing vigorously. The bowl may be deodorized by adding 3 cups of white distilled vinegar. Allow it to remain for a half hour, then flush.
Stubborn stains can be removed from the toilet by cleaning with white distilled vinegar and brushing vigorously. The bowl may be deodorized by adding 3 cups of white distilled vinegar. Allow it to remain for a half hour, then flush.
Unclog the showerhead:
Corrosion may be removed from showerheads or faucets by soaking them in white distilled vinegar overnight. This may be easily accomplished by saturating a terry cloth towel in vinegar and wrapping it around the showerhead or faucet.
Corrosion may be removed from showerheads or faucets by soaking them in white distilled vinegar overnight. This may be easily accomplished by saturating a terry cloth towel in vinegar and wrapping it around the showerhead or faucet.
Lawn/Garden
Kill grass:
To kill grass on sidewalks and driveways, pour full strength white distilled vinegar on it.
To kill grass on sidewalks and driveways, pour full strength white distilled vinegar on it.
Kill weeds:
Spray white distilled vinegar full strength on tops of weeds. Reapply on any new growth until plants have starved.
Spray white distilled vinegar full strength on tops of weeds. Reapply on any new growth until plants have starved.
Increase soil acidity:
In hard water areas, add a cup of vinegar to a gallon of tap water for watering acid loving plants like rhododendrons, gardenias or azaleas. The vinegar will release iron in the soil for the plants to use.
In hard water areas, add a cup of vinegar to a gallon of tap water for watering acid loving plants like rhododendrons, gardenias or azaleas. The vinegar will release iron in the soil for the plants to use.
Neutralize garden lime:
Rinse your hands liberally with white distilled vinegar after working with garden lime to avoid rough and flaking skin. Clean pots before repotting, rinse with vinegar to remove excess lime.
Rinse your hands liberally with white distilled vinegar after working with garden lime to avoid rough and flaking skin. Clean pots before repotting, rinse with vinegar to remove excess lime.
Keep Flowers Longer
Keep flowers fresh longer. Add 2 tablespoons sugar and 2 tablespoons white vinegar in a 1-quart vase of water. Trim stems and change water every five days.
Keep flowers fresh longer. Add 2 tablespoons sugar and 2 tablespoons white vinegar in a 1-quart vase of water. Trim stems and change water every five days.
Plant Nutrients
Mix vinegar and water in a ratio of 1:8. Mix a separate solution of sugar and water in a mixture of 1:8. Combine the vinegar and sugar mixtures. Add to plant as long as needed.
Mix vinegar and water in a ratio of 1:8. Mix a separate solution of sugar and water in a mixture of 1:8. Combine the vinegar and sugar mixtures. Add to plant as long as needed.
Pets
Pest fighter:
A teaspoon of white distilled vinegar for each quart bowl of drinking water helps keep your pet free of fleas and ticks. The ratio of one teaspoon to one quart is for a forty-pound animal.
A teaspoon of white distilled vinegar for each quart bowl of drinking water helps keep your pet free of fleas and ticks. The ratio of one teaspoon to one quart is for a forty-pound animal.
Pet accident:
Test the color fastness of the carpet with white distilled vinegar in an inconspicuous place. Then sprinkle distilled vinegar over the fresh pet accident. Wait a few minutes and sponge from the center outward. Blot up with a dry cloth. This procedure may need to be repeated for stubborn stains.
Test the color fastness of the carpet with white distilled vinegar in an inconspicuous place. Then sprinkle distilled vinegar over the fresh pet accident. Wait a few minutes and sponge from the center outward. Blot up with a dry cloth. This procedure may need to be repeated for stubborn stains.
Get Rid of Odor on a Smelly
Dog
Wet the dog down with fresh water. Use a mixture of 1 cup white distilled vinegar and 2 gallons water. Saturate the dog’s coat with this solution. Dry the dog off without rinsing the solution. The smell will be gone!
Wet the dog down with fresh water. Use a mixture of 1 cup white distilled vinegar and 2 gallons water. Saturate the dog’s coat with this solution. Dry the dog off without rinsing the solution. The smell will be gone!
Other
Bumper stickers:
To remove bumper sticker residue, try cleaning with vinegar. Wipe the surface repeatedly with white distilled vinegar until it is soaked. In a few minutes, it should peel off easily. Test on a small invisible area of the car to ensure there will be no damage to the paint.
To remove bumper sticker residue, try cleaning with vinegar. Wipe the surface repeatedly with white distilled vinegar until it is soaked. In a few minutes, it should peel off easily. Test on a small invisible area of the car to ensure there will be no damage to the paint.
Paintbrush softener:
Soak the paintbrush in hot white distilled vinegar, and then wash out with warm, sudsy water.
Soak the paintbrush in hot white distilled vinegar, and then wash out with warm, sudsy water.
Cleaning the Radiator Vent
Turn down the thermostat. Unscrew the air vent, soak it in vinegar to clean it, then turn the thermostat all the way up. After a few minutes, you'll hear a hissing sound followed by a little bit of water spurting out. Finally, steam will start exiting that hole. Turn off the radiator valve and replace the vent. It should be straight up and hand tight. You should not need or use a wrench.
Turn down the thermostat. Unscrew the air vent, soak it in vinegar to clean it, then turn the thermostat all the way up. After a few minutes, you'll hear a hissing sound followed by a little bit of water spurting out. Finally, steam will start exiting that hole. Turn off the radiator valve and replace the vent. It should be straight up and hand tight. You should not need or use a wrench.
Frosted windows:
For those rare winter mornings when there is frost on the car, wipe the windows the night before with a solution of one part water to three parts white distilled vinegar. They won’t frost over.
For those rare winter mornings when there is frost on the car, wipe the windows the night before with a solution of one part water to three parts white distilled vinegar. They won’t frost over.
Furniture
Mix olive oil and vinegar in a one-to-one ratio and polish with a soft cloth. Try in an inconspicuous place first.
Mix olive oil and vinegar in a one-to-one ratio and polish with a soft cloth. Try in an inconspicuous place first.
Cleaning Leather Shoes
Make a solution of one part water to one part white vinegar, and use it sparingly on the shoes. Dip a cloth into the solution, and dab it over the salt-streaked parts of your shoes.
May have to repeat the cleaning a few times before all the salt is removed. Salt actually can damage leather, so it's best to clean shoes as quickly as possible. Don't let the salt stains build up.
Make a solution of one part water to one part white vinegar, and use it sparingly on the shoes. Dip a cloth into the solution, and dab it over the salt-streaked parts of your shoes.
May have to repeat the cleaning a few times before all the salt is removed. Salt actually can damage leather, so it's best to clean shoes as quickly as possible. Don't let the salt stains build up.
Fireplaces
Wash fireplaces with a 50/50 ratio of water and vinegar to remove the blackened soot on glass front doors. If the doors have a spring-loaded clip, remove it, then take out the doors.
Wash fireplaces with a 50/50 ratio of water and vinegar to remove the blackened soot on glass front doors. If the doors have a spring-loaded clip, remove it, then take out the doors.
Lay them flat on newspapers,
spray with the vinegar/water solution and soak. Wipe it off with newspaper.
Cleaner for Gold Jewelry
(Winner of June 2007 Vinegar Online Use Contest)
Use one cup apple cider vinegar. Submerge solid gold jewelry item in vinegar for 15 minutes. Remove and dry with cloth.
Use one cup apple cider vinegar. Submerge solid gold jewelry item in vinegar for 15 minutes. Remove and dry with cloth.
Remove Lime Stains from Car
Pour a small amount of white vinegar on a clean cloth. Gently rub the area of lime staining with the cloth until the stain is gone. Test a small are first to ensure no discoloration.
Pour a small amount of white vinegar on a clean cloth. Gently rub the area of lime staining with the cloth until the stain is gone. Test a small are first to ensure no discoloration.
Worn DVDs:
If you have a worn DVD that has begun to stick or suffers from the occasional freeze-frame, wipe it down with white distilled vinegar applied to a soft cloth. Ensure the DVD is completely dry before re-inserting in the DVD player. (Note: This only works on DVDs that are scratched of dirty through normal wear.)
If you have a worn DVD that has begun to stick or suffers from the occasional freeze-frame, wipe it down with white distilled vinegar applied to a soft cloth. Ensure the DVD is completely dry before re-inserting in the DVD player. (Note: This only works on DVDs that are scratched of dirty through normal wear.)
Laundry Hints
Wine stains:
Spots caused by wine can be removed from 100 percent cotton, cotton polyester and permanent press fabrics if done so within 24 hours. To do it, sponge white distilled vinegar directly onto the stain and rub away the spots. Then clean according to the directions on the manufacturer's care tag.
Spots caused by wine can be removed from 100 percent cotton, cotton polyester and permanent press fabrics if done so within 24 hours. To do it, sponge white distilled vinegar directly onto the stain and rub away the spots. Then clean according to the directions on the manufacturer's care tag.
Freshen baby clothes:
The addition of 1 cup of white distilled vinegar to each load of baby clothes during the rinse cycle will naturally break down uric acid and soapy residue leaving the clothes soft and fresh.
The addition of 1 cup of white distilled vinegar to each load of baby clothes during the rinse cycle will naturally break down uric acid and soapy residue leaving the clothes soft and fresh.
Clothes washing magic:
Clothes will rinse better if 1 cup of white distilled vinegar is added to the last rinse water. The acid in vinegar is too mild to harm fabrics, but strong enough to dissolve the alkalies in soaps and detergents.
Clothes will rinse better if 1 cup of white distilled vinegar is added to the last rinse water. The acid in vinegar is too mild to harm fabrics, but strong enough to dissolve the alkalies in soaps and detergents.
Blanket renewal:
Cotton and wool blankets become soft, fluffy and free of soap odor if 2 cups of white distilled vinegar are added to the rinse cycle of the wash.
Cotton and wool blankets become soft, fluffy and free of soap odor if 2 cups of white distilled vinegar are added to the rinse cycle of the wash.
Deodorant stains:
Deodorant and antiperspirant stains may be removed from clothing by lightly rubbing with white distilled vinegar and laundering as usual.
Deodorant and antiperspirant stains may be removed from clothing by lightly rubbing with white distilled vinegar and laundering as usual.
Hole removal:
After a hem or seam is removed, there are often unsightly holes left in the fabric. These holes can be removed by placing a cloth, moistened with white distilled vinegar, under the fabric and ironing.
After a hem or seam is removed, there are often unsightly holes left in the fabric. These holes can be removed by placing a cloth, moistened with white distilled vinegar, under the fabric and ironing.
Keeping colors fast:
To hold colors in fabrics, which tend to run, soak them for a few minutes in white distilled vinegar before washing.
To hold colors in fabrics, which tend to run, soak them for a few minutes in white distilled vinegar before washing.
Leather cleaning:
Leather articles can be cleaned with a mixture of white distilled vinegar and linseed oil. Rub the mixture into the leather and then polish with a soft cloth.
Leather articles can be cleaned with a mixture of white distilled vinegar and linseed oil. Rub the mixture into the leather and then polish with a soft cloth.
Scorch marks:
Lightly rub white distilled vinegar on fabric that has been slightly scorched. Wipe with a clean cloth.
Lightly rub white distilled vinegar on fabric that has been slightly scorched. Wipe with a clean cloth.
Setting colors:
When you are color dyeing, add about a cupful of white distilled vinegar to the last rinse water to help set the color.
When you are color dyeing, add about a cupful of white distilled vinegar to the last rinse water to help set the color.
Shower curtains:
Add 1 cup of white distilled vinegar to the rinse water when you launder your shower curtain. Do not spin dry or wash out. Just hang immediately to dry.
Add 1 cup of white distilled vinegar to the rinse water when you launder your shower curtain. Do not spin dry or wash out. Just hang immediately to dry.
Unclog steam iron:
Pour equal amounts of white distilled vinegar and water into the iron's water chamber. Turn to steam and leave the iron on for 5 minutes in an upright position. Then unplug and allow to cool. Any loose particles should come out when you empty the water.
Pour equal amounts of white distilled vinegar and water into the iron's water chamber. Turn to steam and leave the iron on for 5 minutes in an upright position. Then unplug and allow to cool. Any loose particles should come out when you empty the water.
Clean a scorched iron plate:
Heat equal parts white distilled vinegar and salt in a small pan. Rub solution on the cooled iron surface to remove dark or burned stains.
Heat equal parts white distilled vinegar and salt in a small pan. Rub solution on the cooled iron surface to remove dark or burned stains.
Cleaning Vintage Lace
Soak the lace in cold water, rinsing it several times. Next, hand-wash the lace gently with a wool detergent, such as Woolite. If rust spots are a problem, try removing them with a mixture of white vinegar and hot water.
Soak the lace in cold water, rinsing it several times. Next, hand-wash the lace gently with a wool detergent, such as Woolite. If rust spots are a problem, try removing them with a mixture of white vinegar and hot water.
Food Preparation
Getting the last drops:
When you can’t get the last bit of mayonnaise or salad dressing out of the jar, try dribbling a little of your favorite vinegar into it, put the cap on tightly and shake well. You’ll be amazed at how much you’ve been wasting.
When you can’t get the last bit of mayonnaise or salad dressing out of the jar, try dribbling a little of your favorite vinegar into it, put the cap on tightly and shake well. You’ll be amazed at how much you’ve been wasting.
Cooking fish:
Try soaking fish in vinegar and water before cooking it. It will be sweeter, more tender and hold its shape better. When boiling or poaching fish, a tablespoon of vinegar added to the water will keep it from crumbling so easily.
Try soaking fish in vinegar and water before cooking it. It will be sweeter, more tender and hold its shape better. When boiling or poaching fish, a tablespoon of vinegar added to the water will keep it from crumbling so easily.
Cake icing:
Cake icing can be prevented from becoming sugary if a little vinegar is added to the ingredients before cooking. The same is true when making homemade candy.
Cake icing can be prevented from becoming sugary if a little vinegar is added to the ingredients before cooking. The same is true when making homemade candy.
Boiling eggs:
When boiling an egg and it’s cracked, a little vinegar in the water will keep the white from running out.
When boiling an egg and it’s cracked, a little vinegar in the water will keep the white from running out.
Keeping potatoes white:
A teaspoon of white distilled or cider vinegar added to the water in which you boil potatoes will keep them nice and white. You can keep peeled potatoes from turning dark by covering them with water and adding 2 teaspoons of vinegar.
A teaspoon of white distilled or cider vinegar added to the water in which you boil potatoes will keep them nice and white. You can keep peeled potatoes from turning dark by covering them with water and adding 2 teaspoons of vinegar.
Freshen vegetables:
Freshen up slightly wilted vegetables by soaking them in cold water and vinegar.
Freshen up slightly wilted vegetables by soaking them in cold water and vinegar.
Fruit and vegetable wash:
Add 2 tablespoons white distilled vinegar to 1 pint water and use to wash fresh fruits and vegetables, then rinse thoroughly. Research has shown that vinegar helps kill bacteria on fruits and vegetables.
Add 2 tablespoons white distilled vinegar to 1 pint water and use to wash fresh fruits and vegetables, then rinse thoroughly. Research has shown that vinegar helps kill bacteria on fruits and vegetables.
Frying doughnuts:
Before frying doughnuts, add ½ teaspoon of vinegar to hot oil to prevent doughnuts soaking up extra grease. Use caution when adding the vinegar to the hot oil.
Before frying doughnuts, add ½ teaspoon of vinegar to hot oil to prevent doughnuts soaking up extra grease. Use caution when adding the vinegar to the hot oil.
Flavor booster:
Perk up a can of soup, gravy or sauce with a teaspoon of your favorite specialty vinegar. It adds flavor and taster fresher.
Perk up a can of soup, gravy or sauce with a teaspoon of your favorite specialty vinegar. It adds flavor and taster fresher.
Meat tenderizer:
As a tenderizer for tough meat or game, make a marinade in the proportion of half a cup of your favorite vinegar to a cup of heated liquid, such as bouillon; or for steak, you may prefer to a mix of vinegar and oil, rubbed in well and allowed to stand for two hours.
As a tenderizer for tough meat or game, make a marinade in the proportion of half a cup of your favorite vinegar to a cup of heated liquid, such as bouillon; or for steak, you may prefer to a mix of vinegar and oil, rubbed in well and allowed to stand for two hours.
Fruit stains:
Remove fruit or berry stains from your hands by cleaning them with vinegar.
Remove fruit or berry stains from your hands by cleaning them with vinegar.
Fresh lunch box:
It is easy to take out the heavy stale smell often found in lunch boxes. Dampen a piece of fresh bread with white distilled vinegar and leave it in the lunch box overnight.
It is easy to take out the heavy stale smell often found in lunch boxes. Dampen a piece of fresh bread with white distilled vinegar and leave it in the lunch box overnight.
Get rid of cooking smells:
Let simmer a small pot of vinegar and water solution.
Let simmer a small pot of vinegar and water solution.
Fluffy Egg Whites
Soak a paper towel with 1-2 Tablespoons of white distilled vinegar. Wipe mixing bowl and beaters or whisk with the vinegar-soaked paper towel, then dry with a cloth or paper towel prior to whipping egg whites.
Soak a paper towel with 1-2 Tablespoons of white distilled vinegar. Wipe mixing bowl and beaters or whisk with the vinegar-soaked paper towel, then dry with a cloth or paper towel prior to whipping egg whites.
Fluffier Rice
For fluffier and great tasting rice, add a teaspoon of white distilled vinegar to the boiling water before adding rice. Rice will be easier to spoon and less sticky.
For fluffier and great tasting rice, add a teaspoon of white distilled vinegar to the boiling water before adding rice. Rice will be easier to spoon and less sticky.
Health
Relief from Heartburn
For relief of heartburn or acid indigestion, take one or two tablespoons of balsamic vinegar.
For relief of heartburn or acid indigestion, take one or two tablespoons of balsamic vinegar.
Continuous Positive Airway
Pressure (CPAP) Machine for Sleep Apnea:
To clean the calcium deposit of the humidifier reservoir, heat 450 ml (1 ¾ cups) of vinegar in the microwave for 2 minutes. Pour vinegar into reservoir and replace cap. Let sit for 1 hour. Remove vinegar. Reservoir should be clean and calcium free. Contact manufacturer before cleaning with this method or review manufacturer’s directions.
To clean the calcium deposit of the humidifier reservoir, heat 450 ml (1 ¾ cups) of vinegar in the microwave for 2 minutes. Pour vinegar into reservoir and replace cap. Let sit for 1 hour. Remove vinegar. Reservoir should be clean and calcium free. Contact manufacturer before cleaning with this method or review manufacturer’s directions.
Soothe a bee or jellyfish
sting:
Douse with vinegar. It will soothe irritation and relieve itching.
Douse with vinegar. It will soothe irritation and relieve itching.
Relieve sunburn:
Lightly rub white distilled or cider vinegar on skin. Reapply as needed.
Lightly rub white distilled or cider vinegar on skin. Reapply as needed.
Relieve dry and itchy skin:
Add 2 tablespoons of vinegar to your bath water.
Add 2 tablespoons of vinegar to your bath water.
Fight dandruff:
After shampooing, rinse with a solution of ½ cup vinegar and 2 cups of warm water.
After shampooing, rinse with a solution of ½ cup vinegar and 2 cups of warm water.
Soothe a sore throat:
Put a teaspoon of vinegar in a glass of water. Gargle, then swallow. For another great gargle: 1 cup hot water, 2 tablespoons honey, 1 teaspoon vinegar, gargle then drink.
Put a teaspoon of vinegar in a glass of water. Gargle, then swallow. For another great gargle: 1 cup hot water, 2 tablespoons honey, 1 teaspoon vinegar, gargle then drink.
Treat sinus infections and
chest colds:
Add 1/4 cup or more vinegar to the vaporizer. (Be sure to check vaporizer instructions for additional water measurement.)
Add 1/4 cup or more vinegar to the vaporizer. (Be sure to check vaporizer instructions for additional water measurement.)
Skin burns:
Apply ice-cold vinegar right away for fast relief. Will prevent burn blisters.
Apply ice-cold vinegar right away for fast relief. Will prevent burn blisters.
Chest congestion:
To clear up respiratory congestion, inhale a vapor mist from steaming pot containing water and several spoonfuls of vinegar.
To clear up respiratory congestion, inhale a vapor mist from steaming pot containing water and several spoonfuls of vinegar.
Toenail fungus:
Soak toes in a solution of vinegar and water, using 1 part vinegar to 2 parts water, 15 minutes per day.
Soak toes in a solution of vinegar and water, using 1 part vinegar to 2 parts water, 15 minutes per day.
Arthritis Relief
Mix a teaspoon of half apple cider vinegar, half honey in a glass of water with a teaspoon of orange flavored Knox gelatin.
Mix a teaspoon of half apple cider vinegar, half honey in a glass of water with a teaspoon of orange flavored Knox gelatin.
Lessen Morning Sickness
Drink some apple cider vinegar in water, with honey added. This concoction can help calm a queasy stomach.
Drink some apple cider vinegar in water, with honey added. This concoction can help calm a queasy stomach.
Stop Itching
Apply a paste made from vinegar and cornstarch. Keep on until itch disappears.
Apply a paste made from vinegar and cornstarch. Keep on until itch disappears.
Cleaning Heavily Soiled Hands
Moisten cornmeal with apple cider vinegar. Scrub hands, rinse in cold water and pat dry.
Moisten cornmeal with apple cider vinegar. Scrub hands, rinse in cold water and pat dry.
Soft Feet
Combine 1 cup white distilled vinegar to 2 gallons warm water. Soak feet for 45 minutes then use a pumice stone or file to remove dead skin from heels and callused areas of feet.
Combine 1 cup white distilled vinegar to 2 gallons warm water. Soak feet for 45 minutes then use a pumice stone or file to remove dead skin from heels and callused areas of feet.
Wart Remover
Mix lukewarm/warm water with a cup of white distilled vinegar. Immerse area with wart and soak 20 minutes everyday until wart disappears.
Mix lukewarm/warm water with a cup of white distilled vinegar. Immerse area with wart and soak 20 minutes everyday until wart disappears.
Bug Spray
Combine equal amounts of water, white distilled vinegar and liquid dish soap in a spray bottle. Use on skin, as needed.
Combine equal amounts of water, white distilled vinegar and liquid dish soap in a spray bottle. Use on skin, as needed.
Kids Stuff
Coloring Easter eggs:
Mix 1 teaspoon of vinegar with each ½ cup of hot water, then add food coloring. (Check egg-coloring booklets or food dye box for specific directions.) Vinegar keeps the food dyes bright and prevents streaky, uneven colors.
Mix 1 teaspoon of vinegar with each ½ cup of hot water, then add food coloring. (Check egg-coloring booklets or food dye box for specific directions.) Vinegar keeps the food dyes bright and prevents streaky, uneven colors.
Making naked eggs:
Place eggs in a container so the eggs are not touching. Add enough vinegar to cover the eggs. Cover the container, put in the refrigerator and let the eggs sit in the vinegar for 24 hours. Use a large spoon to scoop the eggs out of the container. Be careful since the eggshell has been dissolving, the egg membrane may be the only thing holding the egg together. Carefully dump out the vinegar. Put the eggs back in the container and cover them with fresh vinegar. Leave the eggs in the refrigerator for another 24 hours. Scoop the eggs out again and rinse them carefully. If any of the membranes have broken, throw those eggs away. When you’re done, you’ll have an egg without a shell.
Place eggs in a container so the eggs are not touching. Add enough vinegar to cover the eggs. Cover the container, put in the refrigerator and let the eggs sit in the vinegar for 24 hours. Use a large spoon to scoop the eggs out of the container. Be careful since the eggshell has been dissolving, the egg membrane may be the only thing holding the egg together. Carefully dump out the vinegar. Put the eggs back in the container and cover them with fresh vinegar. Leave the eggs in the refrigerator for another 24 hours. Scoop the eggs out again and rinse them carefully. If any of the membranes have broken, throw those eggs away. When you’re done, you’ll have an egg without a shell.
How to build a volcano:
First, make the “cone” of the volcano. Mix 6 cups flour, 2 cups salt, 4 tablespoons cooking oil and 2 cups of water. The resulting mixture should be smooth and firm (more water may be added if needed). Stand a soda bottle in a baking pan and mold the dough around it into a volcano shape. Do not cover the hole or drop dough into it. Fill the bottle most of the way full with warm water and a bit of red food color (can be done before sculpting if you do not take so long that the water gets cold). Add 6 drops of detergent to the bottle contents. Add 2 tablespoons baking soda to the liquid. Slowly pour vinegar into the bottle. Watch out – eruption time!
First, make the “cone” of the volcano. Mix 6 cups flour, 2 cups salt, 4 tablespoons cooking oil and 2 cups of water. The resulting mixture should be smooth and firm (more water may be added if needed). Stand a soda bottle in a baking pan and mold the dough around it into a volcano shape. Do not cover the hole or drop dough into it. Fill the bottle most of the way full with warm water and a bit of red food color (can be done before sculpting if you do not take so long that the water gets cold). Add 6 drops of detergent to the bottle contents. Add 2 tablespoons baking soda to the liquid. Slowly pour vinegar into the bottle. Watch out – eruption time!
Berry Ink &
Quill Pens
Berry ink ingredients:
½ C. Ripe berries (blueberries, cherries, blackberries, strawberries, elderberries, raspberries, etc.)
½ Tsp. Vinegar
½ Tsp. Salt
Fill a strainer with the berries and hold it over a bowl. Using the rounded back of a wooden spoon, crush the berries against the strainer so that the berry juice strains into the bowl. Keep adding berries until most of their juice has been strained out and only pulp remains. Add the salt and vinegar to the berry juice. The vinegar helps the ink retain its color and the salt keeps it from getting too moldy. If the berry ink is too thick, add a tablespoon of water. Store in a baby food jar. Only make a small amount of berry ink at a time and, when not in use, keep it tightly covered.
½ C. Ripe berries (blueberries, cherries, blackberries, strawberries, elderberries, raspberries, etc.)
½ Tsp. Vinegar
½ Tsp. Salt
Fill a strainer with the berries and hold it over a bowl. Using the rounded back of a wooden spoon, crush the berries against the strainer so that the berry juice strains into the bowl. Keep adding berries until most of their juice has been strained out and only pulp remains. Add the salt and vinegar to the berry juice. The vinegar helps the ink retain its color and the salt keeps it from getting too moldy. If the berry ink is too thick, add a tablespoon of water. Store in a baby food jar. Only make a small amount of berry ink at a time and, when not in use, keep it tightly covered.
Quill pen ingredients:
A large feather (find your own or purchase one from a craft store)
Craft knife
Paper
Berry ink
Paper towels
A large feather (find your own or purchase one from a craft store)
Craft knife
Paper
Berry ink
Paper towels
Use a craft knife to cut the tip
of the feather at an angle. Carefully, cut a slit in the tip. Dip the feather
into the berry ink. Dab the end on a paper towel. Repeat as needed. Now, write
your masterpiece just like the pioneers did!
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HEALING SOLUTIONS
FOR BURNS AND SUNBURNS
-Andrea Candee, MH, MSC
SUNBURN
Parents know to limit the amount
of time children spend in the sun, and to cover them with protective lotion.
That having been said, even the most careful parents can let their families get
overexposed.
If sunburn does occur, the pain
and inflammation can be relieved by any of the following formulations.
APPLE CIDER VINEGAR BATH
For large sunburned areas, an
apple cider vinegar bath works wonders. Use a brand from the health food store
that has been wood-aged, rather than one from the supermarket that may have
been chemically-aged. Apple cider vinegar helps to balance the skin’s pH
factor, its acid/alkaline balance. As with all parts of the body, when there is
chemical balance, healing is supported.
§ Add two cups apple cider vinegar to a bathtub of warm water.
§ Let your child soak for 15 minutes. The skin will be calmed and soothed, and much of the pain will be immediately relieved.
§ After the bath, you can use one of the remedies described below to promote further healing.
§ Add two cups apple cider vinegar to a bathtub of warm water.
§ Let your child soak for 15 minutes. The skin will be calmed and soothed, and much of the pain will be immediately relieved.
§ After the bath, you can use one of the remedies described below to promote further healing.
YOGURT SKIN HEALER
Though it may not have all of us
living to 120 (remember those Russian peasant ads of several years back?),
yogurt is a natural healer. It is the antidote for the burn of hot, spicy food
in Indian cooking by re-establishing acid/alkaline balance and works the same
way for sunburned skin. For sunburn, I use compresses of natural yogurt to help
cool and hydrate the skin.
§ Wrap whole-milk, full-fat, plain yogurt in several layers of cheesecloth and compress the burn.
§ Replace with fresh compresses as the yogurt warms on the skin.
§ Repeat compresses until the skin is cooled and soothed.
§ Yogurt can be spread over the entire body--turning an upsetting, painful sunburn into a fun spa treatment that girls, especially, will love. (And boys, too: my son Brian has always enjoyed our herbal “spa treatments”.) Leave the yogurt on for 10 to 15 minutes, then rinse off in a cool shower.
§ Wrap whole-milk, full-fat, plain yogurt in several layers of cheesecloth and compress the burn.
§ Replace with fresh compresses as the yogurt warms on the skin.
§ Repeat compresses until the skin is cooled and soothed.
§ Yogurt can be spread over the entire body--turning an upsetting, painful sunburn into a fun spa treatment that girls, especially, will love. (And boys, too: my son Brian has always enjoyed our herbal “spa treatments”.) Leave the yogurt on for 10 to 15 minutes, then rinse off in a cool shower.
BAKING SODA SUNBURN SOOTHER
No apple cider vinegar or plain
yogurt in the house? Then check the deepest recess of your refrigerator for
that box of baking soda you stashed there eons ago (hopefully, not too many
eons--to effectively deodorize your fridge, baking soda should be changed about
every 3 months). Like apple cider vinegar and yogurt, baking soda helps to
balance pH, the skin’s acid/alkaline balance.
§ Add ¼ cup baking soda to a warm bath for an effective sunburn-healing soak.
§ Have your child soak for 15 minutes.
§ Add ¼ cup baking soda to a warm bath for an effective sunburn-healing soak.
§ Have your child soak for 15 minutes.
AMAZING ALOE CURE (Aloe vera)
Aloe has the unique ability to
help skin renew itself by stimulating cellular metabolism, thereby promoting
oxygen exchange and increasing the absorption of nutrients. Aloe contains the
anti-oxidant vitamins A and C; the minerals copper, selenium, and magnesium;
and zinc, a powerful virus fighter. This method is best used for more localized
sunburns.
§ Rather than cutting from the tip or half way down the stalk, cut it at its base.
§ Slit the stalk horizontally, exposing the gelatinous interior.
§ Using the thickest, juiciest section for the burn, cut a piece large enough to completely cover the burn and its surrounding tissue.
§ Place the entire piece on the area (gel and peel, gel side toward the burn).
§ Cover the aloe with roller gauze and surgical tape to keep it firmly in place.
§ Leave on overnight or, if burn occurred early in the day, cut a fresh piece of aloe to make a new dressing and leave on overnight.
§ The remaining stalk of aloe may be wrapped in plastic wrap and refrigerated over night.
§ In the morning, cut a new piece of the refrigerated aloe to make a fresh dressing.
§ Repeat applications twice a day until area is healed.
§ Rather than cutting from the tip or half way down the stalk, cut it at its base.
§ Slit the stalk horizontally, exposing the gelatinous interior.
§ Using the thickest, juiciest section for the burn, cut a piece large enough to completely cover the burn and its surrounding tissue.
§ Place the entire piece on the area (gel and peel, gel side toward the burn).
§ Cover the aloe with roller gauze and surgical tape to keep it firmly in place.
§ Leave on overnight or, if burn occurred early in the day, cut a fresh piece of aloe to make a new dressing and leave on overnight.
§ The remaining stalk of aloe may be wrapped in plastic wrap and refrigerated over night.
§ In the morning, cut a new piece of the refrigerated aloe to make a fresh dressing.
§ Repeat applications twice a day until area is healed.
LAVENDER OIL (Lavandula off.)
The essential oil of lavender is
one of the only essential oils that can safely be applied to the skin without
diluting it in a carrier oil. Applying lavender oil will take the sting out of
the burn, and heal it quickly. It’s calming aromatherapy properties will help
to ease the emotional upset of a painful burn.
In Aromatherapy: A Complete Guide
to the Healing Art (Crossing Press), herbalist Mindy Green combines the
essential oil of lavender with aloe to create a soothing preparation for
sunburn relief.
ALOE-LAVENDER SMOOTHIE
§ In a 6-8 ounce
glass jar mix together 4 ounces aloe gel (fresh from the plant or purchased in
the health food store), ½ teaspoon essential oil of lavender, one teaspoon
apple cider vinegar, and the contents of two 400IU capsules Vitamin E (puncture
the Vitamin E capsules with a straight pin to release the contents).
§ Tighten a cap onto the jar and shake to blend ingredients.
§ This mixture may be gently patted on the affected area and reapplied as often as needed for relief of the sunburn’s heat and inflammation.
§ For increased cooling benefit and freshness, keep the mixture refrigerated.
§ Tighten a cap onto the jar and shake to blend ingredients.
§ This mixture may be gently patted on the affected area and reapplied as often as needed for relief of the sunburn’s heat and inflammation.
§ For increased cooling benefit and freshness, keep the mixture refrigerated.
One more suggestion, feeding your
children sweet potatoes will make them less likely to burn! A small sweet
potato contains more than twice the daily need for beta carotene which helps to
reduce the redness and inflammation of a sunburn. “Beta carotene accumulates in
the skin, providing partial protection for 24 hours against sun damage”, says
University of Arizona’s school of public health professor, Ronald Watson, PhD.
BURNS
As safe as we try to make our homes for our children, they’re loaded with danger. Household chemicals, cooking appliances, electrical equipment and outlets are part of their everyday environment. Sometimes little hands reach for pots, hot plates or wires even before we have a chance to warn them. Whatever the severity of the burn, immediate action must be taken.
As safe as we try to make our homes for our children, they’re loaded with danger. Household chemicals, cooking appliances, electrical equipment and outlets are part of their everyday environment. Sometimes little hands reach for pots, hot plates or wires even before we have a chance to warn them. Whatever the severity of the burn, immediate action must be taken.
WHEN TO SEEK EMERGENCY HELP
§ Burns that appear
more than reddened or mildly blistered should be immediately seen by your
doctor or emergency room personnel.
§ If the skin is charred or severely blistered do not bathe it in water. If clothing or anything else is attached to the skin, leave it alone. Simply cover the area with a clean cotton cloth and allow the area to be professionally treated.
§ You can give your child Rescue Remedy, a Bach Flower Essence found in health food stores (4 drops in a few ounces of water) to sip for shock and trauma while seeking emergency help--and you might like to sip some, too!
§ If the skin is charred or severely blistered do not bathe it in water. If clothing or anything else is attached to the skin, leave it alone. Simply cover the area with a clean cotton cloth and allow the area to be professionally treated.
§ You can give your child Rescue Remedy, a Bach Flower Essence found in health food stores (4 drops in a few ounces of water) to sip for shock and trauma while seeking emergency help--and you might like to sip some, too!
NATURAL REMEDIES FOR BURNS
§ Burns that seem manageable at home should be immediately bathed in cold water or cooled with cold water compresses for several minutes (use a soft cotton cloth such as a diaper, cotton napkin or old sheet or pillowcase torn into strips). This helps reduce the pain and inflammation, and prevents the burn from penetrating deeper into the skin.
§ Completely cover the burned area with the remedy you choose and cover with a bandage.
§ If the area is too sensitive to be touched with the herbal preparation, use it to saturate a piece of gauze large enough to cover the burn and its surrounding tissue.
§ Reapply 2-3 times a day.
§ The herbal preparations can be used for as long as you feel necessary. Prolonged use will promote healing and after a day or two the bandage will probably no longer be needed.
§ Burns that seem manageable at home should be immediately bathed in cold water or cooled with cold water compresses for several minutes (use a soft cotton cloth such as a diaper, cotton napkin or old sheet or pillowcase torn into strips). This helps reduce the pain and inflammation, and prevents the burn from penetrating deeper into the skin.
§ Completely cover the burned area with the remedy you choose and cover with a bandage.
§ If the area is too sensitive to be touched with the herbal preparation, use it to saturate a piece of gauze large enough to cover the burn and its surrounding tissue.
§ Reapply 2-3 times a day.
§ The herbal preparations can be used for as long as you feel necessary. Prolonged use will promote healing and after a day or two the bandage will probably no longer be needed.
VITAMIN E. Puncture a vitamin E
capsule with a straight pin, and spread a thick layer of the oil on the burned
skin. I always keep a bottle of Vitamin E oil in my kitchen.
LAVENDER OIL (Lavandula off.).
This is one of the only essential oils that can be applied directly to the skin
without dilution (see sunburns, above).
ST. JOHN’S WORT OIL (Hypericum
perforatum). Apply undiluted to the burn.
COMFREY OINTMENT (Symphytum
off.). Apply directly on the burn.
DR. CHRISTOPHER’S BURN OINTMENT
This is one of Dr. John R.
Christopher’s most famous and well-used treatments for burns. The herbal
ingredients are anti-inflammatory and anti-microbial. They soothe tissue, and
encourage growth of new skin. It can be used for severely reddened and blistered
burns (if you feel comfortable handling them at home), or can be used a few
days after medical treatment, with your doctor’s approval.
§ Mix together 1 tablespoon each (leftover mixture can be stored in a small container to be used later):
Powdered comfrey root
Honey
Wheat germ oil
If you prefer, as a benefit of honey’s preservative properties, a larger quantity of the herbal mixture can be prepared and stored for a few days at room temperature.
§ Cover the burned area and its surrounding tissue with a thick coating of the herbal mixture.
§ Cover with a bandage.
§ Check dressing twice a day. The ointment will be absorbed by the body. Add more ointment without removing old material.
§ When the body is no longer absorbing the mixture as quickly, replenish once a day until the site is completely renewed with freshly grown skin.
§ To reduce the possibility of scarring, continue applying the wheat germ oil or apply castor oil until the skin has been totally restored.
§ Mix together 1 tablespoon each (leftover mixture can be stored in a small container to be used later):
Powdered comfrey root
Honey
Wheat germ oil
If you prefer, as a benefit of honey’s preservative properties, a larger quantity of the herbal mixture can be prepared and stored for a few days at room temperature.
§ Cover the burned area and its surrounding tissue with a thick coating of the herbal mixture.
§ Cover with a bandage.
§ Check dressing twice a day. The ointment will be absorbed by the body. Add more ointment without removing old material.
§ When the body is no longer absorbing the mixture as quickly, replenish once a day until the site is completely renewed with freshly grown skin.
§ To reduce the possibility of scarring, continue applying the wheat germ oil or apply castor oil until the skin has been totally restored.
BABY BEAR’S BURN REMEDY
Uncooked, raw, natural honey
(purchased in a health food store) is a sweet, sticky way to ease the pain of a
mild burn. Its anti-microbial and hydrating properties work to keep the area
free of infection and well-moisturized. Scientific study of honey indicates that
its trace amounts of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and amino acids help make
it an effective treatment for burns, scrapes and minor sore throats.
§ Gently apply a thick coating to take the hurt away in just seconds!
§ Cover with gauze to keep the honey from messing clothing.
§ Apply twice a day until the area is no longer sensitive.
§ Gently apply a thick coating to take the hurt away in just seconds!
§ Cover with gauze to keep the honey from messing clothing.
§ Apply twice a day until the area is no longer sensitive.
ALOE (Aloe vera)
While preparing dinner, I accidentally scalded myself with boiling water. Even after bathing the area in cold water for several minutes, the resulting burn proved to be too much for my old standby, Vitamin E. When the Vitamin E oil sizzled as it was applied to the burn, I knew a more powerful botanical therapy was required. My lovely aloe plant--something no household should be without--was standing ready to be pressed into service. Aloe can be used for a sunburn or any other burn. See directions above in section on sunburns.
While preparing dinner, I accidentally scalded myself with boiling water. Even after bathing the area in cold water for several minutes, the resulting burn proved to be too much for my old standby, Vitamin E. When the Vitamin E oil sizzled as it was applied to the burn, I knew a more powerful botanical therapy was required. My lovely aloe plant--something no household should be without--was standing ready to be pressed into service. Aloe can be used for a sunburn or any other burn. See directions above in section on sunburns.
When I used the aloe on my
scalding burn, I made one mistake: I failed to bind the aloe securely. In the
morning, the area covered by the gel alone was still hot, reddened, and
blistered. The area covered by the gel and peel, however, was totally
healed--not even a hint of redness remained! This taught me how important it is
to cover a burn with both the gel and peel of the aloe plant.
Copyright 2004 Andrea Candee
All Rights Reserved
All Rights Reserved
Andrea Candee, MH, MSC, is a
master herbalist with a practice in South Salem, NY. She lectures for corporate
wellness centers about taking charge of your health naturally and will bring
her workshops to you. Her book, Gentle Healing for Baby and Child (Simon &
Schuster), was awarded The National Parenting Center’s Seal of Approval. She
may be contacted through her website, www.andreacandee.com.
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in
the 70s, a beautiful black cleaning lady taught me that trick on ahorrific sun
burnt day in Florida..... my 3 grlfriends had 2 go 2 the hospital - but I
listened 2 her... and she yelled keep the skin on slice them up and put them
directly on the burns... and then soak later in luke warm baking soda and
water.... it worked...
17 Naturally Soothing Sunburn Treatments
Sunburn is the bane of summertime,
thwarting tans and forcing people to cover up. It can happen at any time of the
year though, because it is the exposer to the ultra-violet rays of the sun that
cause it. When you’re getting bombarded with UV light, your exposed skin ups
its production of melanin. Melanin is the dark pigment in the top layer of your
skin (the epidermis) that gives it its color, and also determines how tan you
can get. Upping the production of melanin is the bodies’ way of protecting the
deeper layers of the skin, and the tan acts as a shield against UV light.
However, the amount of melanin produced to protect you is determined by
genetics (so people with fair skin produce less melanin and are more likely to
burn) and all in all you end up with a natural shield equal to around SPF 4.
The best thing to do is prevent sunburn, but even when you do try to
protect yourself, you may end up burned anyways. To avoid peeling and get rid
of the redness and stinging, here are 17 tips and home remedies for sunburn
that are simple, fast, and effective.
1. Potato paste
If you’ve found yourself with
searing hot red skin, root up a few potatoes. Potatoes have been known as a
pain reliever throughout the years, working particularly well on minor skin
irritations and soothing scratches, bites, and burns, as well as possibly reducing
inflammation. Some people feel that the juice of the potato works the best,
while others feel just slices are sufficient. Try both, and see which one is
the best remedy for your sunburn.
You will need…
-2 potatoes
-A grater, blender, or knife
-Cotton balls, cotton pads, facial tissue, or gauze
-2 potatoes
-A grater, blender, or knife
-Cotton balls, cotton pads, facial tissue, or gauze
Directions
Wash and scrub your potatoes thoroughly, and then either grate them over a bowl or cut them up and put them in a blender. There is no need to remove the peels. If you’re using a blender, give them a whirl until they’ve become quite liquid. If they seem too dry, you can add a small amount of water. Pour out the mixture, soak cotton balls thoroughly in it, and apply to sunburn. An easier perhaps more effective method would be to soak gauze and lay it over the burn.
Wash and scrub your potatoes thoroughly, and then either grate them over a bowl or cut them up and put them in a blender. There is no need to remove the peels. If you’re using a blender, give them a whirl until they’ve become quite liquid. If they seem too dry, you can add a small amount of water. Pour out the mixture, soak cotton balls thoroughly in it, and apply to sunburn. An easier perhaps more effective method would be to soak gauze and lay it over the burn.
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Potato Remedy for Burns
Lurking in the heart of the
humble potato is one of the best burn remedies you'll ever find.
INSTRUCTIONS (Follow them to the
letter!)
Rinse the burn for a minute or so under cool water. Don't rub it.
Wash a raw potato, the newer and juicier the better.
Cut the potato open. Using the edge of a knife, scrape the potato flesh
to produce some potato mush. You can also grate the potato, but make sure you
use the rasp part of the grater. The key to the remedy is to release plenty of
juice from the potato flesh. Just putting a slice of potato on the burn will
not do!
Cover the burn with the potato mush. Usually, this will relieve the
pain immediately, unless the burn is severe or you've burned a particularly
sensitive area like your fingertips.
Keep the burn covered with potato mush until it no longer hurts when
the mush is removed. For a mild burn, this could be as little as ten or fifteen
minutes. For a more serious burn it might take hours, but have patience and
persevere. The mush gradually turns brown and loses its potency, so you have to
keep replacing it with fresh potato mush.
Time is of the essence. The remedy
must be applied as soon as you burn yourself. The potato mush seems to arrest
the development of the burn. For instance, if you scald your hand with boiling
water, your hand will initially look fine, but over the next few days the burn
will develop into a painful, weeping mess. If you apply the potato remedy
properly and promptly to such a burn, however, you should be left with little
or no trace of a burn.
This isn't to say that unless you
get the mush on the burn immediately it won't do any good at all, but the
longer you wait the less effective it'll be. My mother's golden rule is: NEVER
EAT YOUR LAST POTATO. You never know when you'll need that potato to treat a
burn. However, even if you lose a few minutes going next door to borrow a
potato or down the street to buy some, it'll probably be worth the effort,
especially if you have a bad burn.
Potato can be particularly
valuable for more serious burns, where the damage is immediately apparent. It
won't, of course, reverse damage like loss of skin; but should prevent the burn
from developing further.
I once burned myself so badly
while ironing that I left a large patch of skin on the iron. To make matters
worse, I was in a rush to get somewhere, so I only had the potato on the burn
for about half as long as I probably should have. All the same, the burn had
healed over completely within a week, which is pretty good for such a bad burn.
My mother once tipped a cherry
pie she was taking out of the oven, spilling the sticky, boiling syrup all over
her foot. She washed the syrup off her foot, and then used potato on it for
almost four hours. As I recall, all that remained was a slight redness; and the
skin peeled a few days later, like a sunburn would. (By the way, potato can
also help relieve a sunburn.)
ORIGINS OF THIS REMEDY Haven't a
clue! It's been in my family for generations; but I don't know whether it came
down through the Irish or the Danish side of the family, or whether it was
learned from a neighbour on the Canadian Prairies. I did meet a Danish woman
once whose mother put potato starch on burns. Other than that the only
reference I've ever seen to the remedy was in the Russian author Maxim Gorky's
autobiography, My Childhood, in which his grandmother grated a potato to treat
his grandfather's burned finger.
Is anyone else out there familiar
with this wonderful remedy?
PASS IT ON
Once you've tried the potato burn remedy and assured yourself that it really works, pass it on!
Once you've tried the potato burn remedy and assured yourself that it really works, pass it on!
Pat Naughton
Ottawa, Ontario
Canada
(TeaLake@eWorld.com)
Canada
(TeaLake@eWorld.com)
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AND
DON'T 4 GET... ALLERGIC REACTION- BURN ON YOUR FACE- MILK
AND FAST...
Cool milk compress
A cool milk compress is one of
the quickest, simplest and low-cost ways to treat sunburn. It doesn’t get much
easier than just heading to the refrigerator for relief-and easy is good when
treating anything. The initial coolness of the milk will ease the heat, while
it also creates a layer of protein to protect your skin, help it heal, and
further soothe discomfort.
You will need…
-Gauze or a clean, soft, washcloth
-Chilled milk
-Gauze or a clean, soft, washcloth
-Chilled milk
Directions
Pour a bowl of milk high enough so that you can thoroughly soak your compress in it. When the gauze or washcloth is saturated, let the excess liquid drain off. Drape across your burn, pressing gently so that it stays in place, and leave it on for as long as needed. If the milk in the bowl becomes room temperature chill it before re-dunking your compress.
Pour a bowl of milk high enough so that you can thoroughly soak your compress in it. When the gauze or washcloth is saturated, let the excess liquid drain off. Drape across your burn, pressing gently so that it stays in place, and leave it on for as long as needed. If the milk in the bowl becomes room temperature chill it before re-dunking your compress.
3. Cornstarch/baking soda for
fighting burns
Cornstarch, with its cool, silky
texture, is a good way to naturally soothe your sunburn. Like milk, it is one
of those things that you probably have lying around your house regardless of
whether or not you planned on sizzling out in the sun. If you don’t have
cornstarch, try some baking soda for quick relief. Both can diminish the pain
and lessen the blazing red appearance of the burn.
You will need…
-Cornstarch or baking soda
-Cool water
-Cornstarch or baking soda
-Cool water
Directions
How much cornstarch or baking soda you need will vary depending on how big of an area you want to cover. Whichever one you are using add cool water-not cold- little by little until it has reached a paste-like consistency. Smear the paste gently over your burn and leave on until the heat or pain has let up some. Rinse off completely.
How much cornstarch or baking soda you need will vary depending on how big of an area you want to cover. Whichever one you are using add cool water-not cold- little by little until it has reached a paste-like consistency. Smear the paste gently over your burn and leave on until the heat or pain has let up some. Rinse off completely.
4. Drink up
Sunburn is a burn. It sounds like
stating the obvious, but we often don’t think about the fact that we really,
truly, seared our skin. As with any other thing that burns your skin is dried
out, and your body is probably dehydrated too. Keep a tall glass or bottle of
ice cold water on hand at all times to make sure you’re keeping yourself full
of H20, which is necessary to heal your damaged skin.
5. Cool off with mint &
tea
Mint naturally cools and soothes
whatever it touches, and sunburns are no exception. The tannic acid and
theobromine found in green tea also helps relieve pain and heal damaged skin
when applied topically.
You will need…
-1 quart of boiling water
-5 green tea bags
-3 cups of fresh mint leaves
-Cotton pads or a clean soft cloth
-1 quart of boiling water
-5 green tea bags
-3 cups of fresh mint leaves
-Cotton pads or a clean soft cloth
Directions
Bring 1 quart of water to a boil. Remove the strings and tags from the 5 tea bags and add them, as well as 3 cups of fresh mint leaves, to a pan. Pour the boiling water over the mint leaves and tea bags and cover with a lid, letting is sit for approximately an hour so you can get all the good stuff out of it. Strain and then chill. When the mixture has chilled thoroughly, use cotton pads or a clean soft cloth soaked in the liquid and apply directly to the burn. You can also pour it over the burn if you wish. If you find yourself without green tea you can substitute black tea, which also contains tannins.
Bring 1 quart of water to a boil. Remove the strings and tags from the 5 tea bags and add them, as well as 3 cups of fresh mint leaves, to a pan. Pour the boiling water over the mint leaves and tea bags and cover with a lid, letting is sit for approximately an hour so you can get all the good stuff out of it. Strain and then chill. When the mixture has chilled thoroughly, use cotton pads or a clean soft cloth soaked in the liquid and apply directly to the burn. You can also pour it over the burn if you wish. If you find yourself without green tea you can substitute black tea, which also contains tannins.
6. Indulge in some aloe
Aloe vera gel is many peoples
go-to when they have sunburn. It’s cool, soothing, and seems to suck the sting
and redness right out of your sunburn. Because aloe is useful for a number of
other ailments (such as acne or heartburn) it’s handy to have a plant growing
in your house. They’re easy to maintain, free from any additives, and you won’t
have to keep running out to buy more from the store all the time once it’s big
enough. If you would really rather prefer not having the plant, getting some
good quality aloe vera gel from the store is the next best thing-it’s also more
practical for treating larger areas.
You will need…
-An aloe plant with thick, juicy, leaves
-Enough store bought gel to cover your burn
-An aloe plant with thick, juicy, leaves
-Enough store bought gel to cover your burn
If using the plant, slit several
big leaves down the middle, not cutting all the way through. Spread them flat,
and lay on your burn. You can also squeeze the gel out. If you’re using gel
that’s already been extracted, apply however much you need to your sunburn. The
plant is usually more practical when treating smaller areas, while the
purchased aloe gel is easier to spread over a big burn. A combination of both
works as well.
7. Season with vinegar
Vinegar has been part of family
lore for literally hundreds of years. While there is no official research done
on how it helps sunburns in particular, there are a vast amount of people out
there who swear up and down that vinegar helps heal sunburn, or mildly burned
tissue in general. Pure unfiltered apple cider vinegar seems to work the best,
and often times proponents of this method say is most effective after a cool or
tepid shower.
You will need…
-1 cup roughly apple cider vinegar
-a spray bottle (optional)
-Cotton balls or something similar for application
-1 cup roughly apple cider vinegar
-a spray bottle (optional)
-Cotton balls or something similar for application
Directions
Try this after taking a water only shower if possible. Fill a spray bottle with pure unfiltered apple cider vinegar, and spritz it onto your burn, or soak cotton balls and apply. Let it dry.
Try this after taking a water only shower if possible. Fill a spray bottle with pure unfiltered apple cider vinegar, and spritz it onto your burn, or soak cotton balls and apply. Let it dry.
8. Wash it with witch hazel
Witch hazel is a staple when it
comes to healing a number of ailments and maladies. Witch hazel is a plant, but
only the leaves bark, and twigs, are used medicinally. They contain chemicals
called “tannins” which, when applied to directly to the skin, can help reduce
swelling, repair damaged skin, and ward off nasty bacteria. You’ll most likely
find witch hazel in a distilled liquid extract form, which simply distilled
from the dried leaves, bark, and twigs of the plant. It may also be called
witch hazel water.
You will need…
-3 tablespoons of witch hazel, approximately
-Cotton balls or a clean soft cloth
-3 tablespoons of witch hazel, approximately
-Cotton balls or a clean soft cloth
Directions
The amount of witch hazel you will need will depend on the area of the burn you want to cover. Pour the necessary amount into a bowl, and soak cotton balls or a clean cloth in the liquid. Dab on just enough to cover the burn-it doesn’t need to be dripping off. Reapply as needed for pain.
The amount of witch hazel you will need will depend on the area of the burn you want to cover. Pour the necessary amount into a bowl, and soak cotton balls or a clean cloth in the liquid. Dab on just enough to cover the burn-it doesn’t need to be dripping off. Reapply as needed for pain.
9. Take a bath with the Quaker
guy
I should specify that I mean add
oatmeal to a bath, and the one with the nice looking fellow wearing a hat tends
to be the one most people have. That being said, any plain rolled oats will do.
The polysaccharides in oatmeal will coat and heal your skin, while the water
cools you down and keeps your skin hydrated and moist. Make sure your bath is
tepid, or slightly on the cooler side. Cold water will seal off pores and your
body will want to trap heat. The burn is hot enough that tepid water will still
soothe it.
You will need…
-Roughly 2 cups of rolled oats, uncooked
-a clean tube sock
-Roughly 2 cups of rolled oats, uncooked
-a clean tube sock
Directions
Fill a clean cotton tube sock with uncooked oatmeal and tie off the top. Make sure the top is really cinched off; otherwise the oatmeal will leak out and float around. Run a bath full of tepid water, only a little on the cool side if you feel even tepid is too warm. Toss in the sock and let it soak for a few minutes before getting in the tub. Squeeze the out the sock to get all the healing goodness, and repeat every few minutes. The water will get cloudy, and your skin may feel somewhat slick-which is a good thing. Let yourself air dry, or pat dry gently with a clean soft towel when you’re finished.
Fill a clean cotton tube sock with uncooked oatmeal and tie off the top. Make sure the top is really cinched off; otherwise the oatmeal will leak out and float around. Run a bath full of tepid water, only a little on the cool side if you feel even tepid is too warm. Toss in the sock and let it soak for a few minutes before getting in the tub. Squeeze the out the sock to get all the healing goodness, and repeat every few minutes. The water will get cloudy, and your skin may feel somewhat slick-which is a good thing. Let yourself air dry, or pat dry gently with a clean soft towel when you’re finished.
Note: Don’t linger for hours, as
a super long soak may dry out your skin more in the end.
10. DIY burn cream
Whipping up a cream to soothe
your sunburn at home can be easy, provided you have the right ingredients. Not
surprisingly, this cream contains water, witch hazel, aloe vera gel, mint
leaves, and baking soda, all of which relieve sunburn for various reasons. You
can experiment by adding or subtracting other helpful ingredients to find out
what works best for you.
You will need…
-1 tablespoon of witch hazel
-1 teaspoon of aloe vera gel
-2-4 teaspoons of baking soda or cornstarch
-1-2 cups of fresh mint leaves, or 1 teaspoon of peppermint oil
-2 tablespoons fresh, clean, water
-1 tablespoon of witch hazel
-1 teaspoon of aloe vera gel
-2-4 teaspoons of baking soda or cornstarch
-1-2 cups of fresh mint leaves, or 1 teaspoon of peppermint oil
-2 tablespoons fresh, clean, water
Directions
Put 2 tablespoons of fresh water, 1 tablespoon of witch hazel, and 1 teaspoon of aloe vera gel, in a small mixing bowl. Stir together and then cover, letting the mixture blend and infuse for 2 hours. After 2 hours, add 2-4 teaspoons of baking soda or cornstarch, and 1-2 cups of roughly chopped fresh mint leaves. If it seems too runny add more baking soda or cornstarch slowly, or if it’s too thick, add small amounts of water slowly until desired consistency is reached. Transfer to a jar or similar container with a tight fitting lid, and store in a cool dark place for 24 hours to let the cream fully infuse. You can than apply as needed. Making some ahead of time and keeping it in the refrigerator ensures you always have a handy cream to heal any sunburn you get during the hot summer months.
Put 2 tablespoons of fresh water, 1 tablespoon of witch hazel, and 1 teaspoon of aloe vera gel, in a small mixing bowl. Stir together and then cover, letting the mixture blend and infuse for 2 hours. After 2 hours, add 2-4 teaspoons of baking soda or cornstarch, and 1-2 cups of roughly chopped fresh mint leaves. If it seems too runny add more baking soda or cornstarch slowly, or if it’s too thick, add small amounts of water slowly until desired consistency is reached. Transfer to a jar or similar container with a tight fitting lid, and store in a cool dark place for 24 hours to let the cream fully infuse. You can than apply as needed. Making some ahead of time and keeping it in the refrigerator ensures you always have a handy cream to heal any sunburn you get during the hot summer months.
11. Don’t get burned
This had to be listed at some
point-the best way to treat a burn is to not get burned in the first place.
Forget about getting a ridiculous tan a.s.a.p. and apply some sunscreen. You’ll
darken your skin gradually, and in a much healthier way.
12. Use plain yogurt
Live cultured plain yogurt
contains an abundance of probiotics and enzymes that help heal our skin. When
you find yourself red and sunburned, it can help you recover faster. Make sure
it’s truly plain yogurt, not vanilla, and that it has probiotics.
You will need…
-1/2 cup or so of plain live cultured yogurt
-1/2 cup or so of plain live cultured yogurt
A half cup of plain yogurt should
be sufficient to treat facial burns at least, but feel free to use more if you
want to cover more area. Wash your hands and apply cool yogurt directly to your
burn, and let it sit for at least 5 minutes. When the pain has subsided, gently
rinse it off with cool or tepid water.
13. Avoid suds
Do not soak your burn in soapy
water, or take a bubble bath. Soap can dry out and irritate your already
irritated skin. If you want to soak or submerge it, do so in a cool or tepid
bath. When you’re done, pat yourself gently dry with a clean soft towel (be
sure not to rub.) If your skin feels tight or dry afterwards, apply aloe vera
gel or a similar moisturizer.
14. Double check your meds
Various antibiotics, creams,
pills, and antifungal medication can make you ultra-sensitive to the sun. When
I was treating my acne I would awe people with how I functioned in spite of my
sizzling red my skin (if you count taking 30 minutes to pull on clothes
functioning.) The medications I was on made me extremely sensitive to sunlight,
and I burned after about 10 minutes outside. Check with your doctor or read the
side effects of your medications if you find yourself getting burned easier and
on a more frequent basis than usual. It could be that you have to use a little
extra protection if you’re compromised due to medicine.
15. Apply, reapply
To get the most out the SPF (sun
protection factor) of your sunscreen, apply it 30 minutes before you even go
outside. Don’t neglect sensitive areas like your ears, the back of your neck
and shoulders, and the backs of your legs and arms. If you’re sweating or
swimming, reapply as needed. Don’t get too big for your britches when you’ve
been cooking yourself on the beach all day and haven’t gotten burned. A sunburn
doesn’t truly set in until 24 hours after sun exposure, and chances are you’ll
be feeling the consequences of not covering up later.
16. Watch the clock
While it would be impractical to
advise people to stay indoors during the prime hours of the day, keep an eye on
what time it is. The sun is the most powerful, and damaging, when around its
highest point. Between 11:00 am and 4:00 pm is when it’s at its strongest, so
make sure you’re being wise about how you expose yourself.
17. Cool it, cucumber
Instant relief-that’s what a
cucumber is to scorched skin. Not only is a cool cucumber soothing to the burn
simply because its cool, but its antioxidant and analgesic properties promote
healing and further relief from discomfort. You can apply it in a couple of
ways, but however you do it, the swelling, redness, and pain should diminish
soon.
You will need…
-1 or 2 fresh cucumbers, chilled
-A blender or a knife
-1 or 2 fresh cucumbers, chilled
-A blender or a knife
Directions
If you’re going for mainly quick pain relief, slice up a chilled cucumber and lay the slices on your burned skin. Flip the slices when the first side heats up, like how you flip a pillow to get the cool side up. For a longer lasting effect, chill 1 or 2 cucumbers and toss them in a blender to create a paste. Feel free to add in some aloe vera gel or cornstarch if you want it a little thicker.
If you’re going for mainly quick pain relief, slice up a chilled cucumber and lay the slices on your burned skin. Flip the slices when the first side heats up, like how you flip a pillow to get the cool side up. For a longer lasting effect, chill 1 or 2 cucumbers and toss them in a blender to create a paste. Feel free to add in some aloe vera gel or cornstarch if you want it a little thicker.
Sunburn is the perfect case of
“an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” That being said you’ll still
get burned from time to time, no matter how diligent you are. It’s also a great
example of an ailment you can treat at home, without needing a bunch of special
creams. On top of that, home remedies for minor sunburns are generally easy to
whip up, and usually cost little to nothing. Also, forget racing to get a tan,
the long term effects just aren’t worth it. Be patient; protect yourself from
harmful rays, and rest assured knowing that when you get older you’ll radiate a
healthy glow that can’t be beat, no matter what color your skin is.
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The Role Of Epsom Salt In The Garden
Epsom Salt a.k.a. Magnesium
Sulfate is a nutrient that every gardener and their grandparent, http://migardener.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/epsom-salts.jpgand
their grandparent's grandparent knew about. It was an old wives tale that Epsom salt could cure anything, and so farmers would see a nutrient deficiency and began putting Epsom salt on it for that very reason. To their amazement the plants grew, became green, fruited, and their gardens were saved thanks to this very old household item. It is cheap, effective, and found in pretty much any pharmacy or big box store. But what is it? and why does Epsom salt work so well? Is it organic? All of this and more will be discussed in detail.
their grandparent's grandparent knew about. It was an old wives tale that Epsom salt could cure anything, and so farmers would see a nutrient deficiency and began putting Epsom salt on it for that very reason. To their amazement the plants grew, became green, fruited, and their gardens were saved thanks to this very old household item. It is cheap, effective, and found in pretty much any pharmacy or big box store. But what is it? and why does Epsom salt work so well? Is it organic? All of this and more will be discussed in detail.
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EPSOM
SALTS- soak etc. ok... but taking physically must be fook epsom salts NOT BATH
EPSOM SALTS... be smart read what u buy...
Granny
was right! We all need a dose of Epsom salts to cure everything from greasy
hair to a bloated stomach and lacklustre skin
By
Charlotte Kemp for the Daily Mail
Published:
21:57 GMT, 17 July 2013 | Updated: 19:12
GMT, 21 July 2013
Costing
a fraction of the price of designer potions - you can pick up a tub for £1.25
at your local chemist - they’re being hailed as a miracle fix for everything
from greasy hair to a bloated stomach and lacklustre skin.
The
salts’ healing properties were discovered in the early 17th century when a
farmer living near Epsom, Surrey, discovered a spring rich in magnesium
sulphate.
It
wasn’t long before the great and the good were flocking to ‘take the waters’ -
and now they’re back on the beauty radar. Here’s our guide to an Epsom salts
makeover...
BLOAT
BEATER
Bathing
in Epsom salts helps to reduce water retention and tummy bloating, says life
coach Janey Holliday of Making Life Easy. She recommends a bath three times a
week in a dilution of two mugs of Epsom salts per bath.
‘When
you have an Epsom salts bath, magnesium and sulphate are absorbed through the
skin,’ she says.
‘Because
our skin is porous, reverse osmosis takes place, which means toxins and excess
fluids are drawn out of the skin as the goodness goes in.’
The
end result is a flattened tummy. No wonder, then, that an Epsom salts bath is
popular with models the night before a bikini or lingerie photoshoot.
Victoria
Beckham reportedly takes such baths to streamline her figure.
‘I
love Epsom salts baths to detox, revive muscles and de-puff my skin,’ says
Gwyneth Paltrow.
Celebrity
trainer James Duigan, who works with Elle Macpherson, recommends using a body
brush to stimulate the skin and open the pores before a 20-minute soak in an
Epsom salts bath.
Beauty
staple: Bathing in Epsom salts can revive skin and make hair less frizzy
HANGOVER
CURE
though
it’s hard to imagine clean-living Gwyneth with a hangover, she recommends an
Epsom salts bath after a night of over-indulgence.
Hangovers
are caused by the toxicity of the alcohol breaking down in the body. The byproducts
of this - and dehyratation - trigger a throbbing headache, fatigue and nausea.
The sulphates in Epsoms salt help flush out toxins and ease muscle pain.
BOUNCY
HAIR
Epsom
salts will soak up excess oil from the hair. Just add a handful when you shampoo
and wash as normal.
The
Epsom Salt Council recommends making a volumising mask by mixing one part hair
conditioner with one part Epsom salts. Warm this mixture in a pan and work it
through the hair. Leave on for 20 minutes and then rinse.
Hair
will look fuller and feel softer, and the minerals will help to repair and
strengthen heat-damaged ends. It’s particularly good for smoothing frizz out of
curls.
Perfect
pedicure: A soak in bath salts can soothe aching feet
Perfect
pedicure: A soak in bath salts can soothe aching feet
PERFECT
PINS
For
even-toned, summer-ready legs, you can lessen the appearance of bruises by
applying an Epsom salts compress.
Soak
a flannel in a cupful of cold water mixed with 2?tbsp Epsom salts and apply
directly to the skin.
INSTANT
FACIAL
Exfoliate
and deep cleanse the skin by mixing ½ tsp Epsom salts with your usual cleanser.
Massage on to the skin, then rinse with cool water and dry.
‘This
will boost your skin’s magnesium level,’ says therapist Philip Steward of Hands
on Clinic, North Devon.
‘Epsom
salts are a natural cleanser,’ he says. ‘They rejuvenate and rehydrate skin as
well as removing toxins. Because the minerals are being absorbed through the
skin, you can’t overdose on it.’
FOOT
SOAK
Got
tired, hot feet? Not only will Epsom salts soothe aches and pains after a day
in heels, they are an anti-inflammatory and will also help to reduce swelling
and puffiness.
Add
half a cup of Epsom salts to a large bowl of warm water and soak your feet for
ten to 20 minutes.
The
salt will remove odours and soften dry skin, which can then be removed easily
with a pumice stone or foot file.
JET-LAG
CURE
Soaking
in an Epsom salts bath after a long-haul flight has a sedative effect on the
body.
The
minerals help muscles and joints to relax and this leads to a more restful
sleep, giving the body a chance to re-energise.
Magnesium
sulphate activates the body’s healing mechanisms and many athletes take a soak
the night before a race.
A
long soak will also help with aches, stiffness, tightness and soreness after
exercise. Rub achy areas with a flannel before getting in the bath. Don’t rinse
off afterwards.
Granny
knew best: Epsom salt has been cherished for decades
Granny
knew best: Epsom salt has been cherished for decades
SKIN
EXFOLIATOR
Rubbing
the skin with Epsom salts removes dead skin cells and promotes healing and
rejuvenation.
Massage
handfuls of Epsom salts over wet skin, starting with the feet and working
upwards towards the face. Then have a bath to rinse.
The
magnesium can also help reduce cellulite as it draws toxins and fluids from the
skin.
Celebrity
skincare guru Ole Henriksen recommends a shower smoothie: half-a-cup of Epsom
salts, half-a-cup coffee grounds, 1?tsp eucalyptus oil and enough sesame oil to
form a smooth paste. Mix together and work into the skin.
‘Epsom
salts have amazing detoxifying properties,’ he says.
Post-scrub,
your skin will look luminous, smooth and soft and will better absorb skincare
products.
spot
blitz
Epsom
salts are also hailed as a budget treatment for skin prone to spots.
Rich
in minerals, they can be used as an exfoliator to remove dead skin and decrease
the depth of acne scars.
INNER
CLEANSE
Ease
an overloaded or poorly functioning digestive system with Epsom salts.
Magnesium
sulphate works as a laxative, drawing water into the bowel to soften stools,
making them easier to pass.
Epsom
salts taken internally must be food grade and it’s best to take them before
breakfast in a powder form that can be mixed with water.
There
are possible side-effects, including gastro-intestinal irritation, diarrhoea,
nausea and vomiting, so the advice is to speak to your doctor before taking
Epsom salts.
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Epsom salt bath: Why it's so good for you
It's the minerals in these salts
that make them special — and confer health benefits galore.
Wed, Apr 09, 2014 at 06:05 PM
Photo: Hallgerd/Shutterstock
Baths are the best, are they not?
I've always thought so.
But for the last decade, I lived
without a working bathtub, and the only time I got a chance to take one was
when I stayed in hotels — only after a very thorough washing, of course. So
when I moved recently to a house with a (particularly large and very nice) tub,
I went nuts. After taking several baths a week for a month, I have now settled
into a once-a-week routine; it's often enough to reap the benefits of a bath,
but still infrequent enough to still feel special.
And I have been experimenting with
lots of natural additions to the bath (here's a yummy recipe that uses what you have in your
kitchen right now), trying different mixtures of coconut oil, fresh rosemary,
lavender essential oil, rose petals, and more. So I'm excited to add to that
list with my new fave, Epsom salt.
What is Epsom salt?
Well, first of all, it's not a salt
at all, but a mineral compound of magnesium and sulfate. The name comes from
Epsom, England, where the original compound was identified in natural healing
baths in the area — it is formed when the chalk there meets the clay.
Why is Epsom salt good for
you?
Epsom salt has a long history of
beauty and health benefits, but now we finally know why. It's those lovely
minerals. Once you're soaking in a bath with epsom salt, your skin can (and
does) absorb the magnesium and sulfate.
Epsom salt is a well-known remedy
for muscle aches and pains (so it's great for athletes or anyone with muscle
pain from working out too hard), and sulfates are used in topical muscle rubs
that you might buy over-the-counter. It's also a good way to relieve stress.
That's partially because lying in a warm bath is pretty stress-reducing in
itself, of course, but also because when we are anxious, our bodies often
release adrenaline, which leaches the body of magnesium.
Magnesium also helps raise
serotonin levels in the brain, which induces a more relaxed, happy state. It's
common to be low in magnesium (about 50 percent of Americans don't get enough),
so in addition to eating magnesium-rich foods, bathing in the mineral can
be another (relaxing, fun) way to get more of the mineral.
Epsom salt baths can also calm
irritated skin and may sooth psoriasis and other skin issues.
How do you use Epsom salts?
Add about two cups to your (warm,
not hot) bathwater, and stay in for at least 12 minutes, to allow your body to
absorb the benefits (remember, baths don't have to be hour-long affairs, unless
you want them to be! Even 20 minutes in the bath is great). That amount is for
a standard-size tub. If your tub is much larger, use another half-cup of Epsom
salt — you want to make sure that it's dissolved well in the water.
You can even just make a foot
bath with a half cup; Epsom salt is naturally deodorizing, so it will also make
smelly feet fresh, and can treat toenail fungus (you need to soak the feet
three times a day to get at the fungus).
If you don't have time for a
bath, you can also make a paste with water in the shower and use as a scrub. Or
better yet, add some to a 1/4 cup of organic olive oil and scrub your body down
with that mixture for a spa treatment at home. You can also make a warm
compress with epsom salt to put on bruises, which will help them heal faster
and lighten them.
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45 Uses For Lemons That Will Blow Your Socks Off
May 28, 2013 by True Activist
Most people are familiar with the
traditional uses for lemons to soothe sore throats and add some citrus flavor
to our foods. However the diversity of applications for lemons far exceeds
general knowledge and once you read the following list, you’ll likely want to
stock at least a few lemons in your kitchen 24-7.
1. Freshen the Fridge
Remove refrigerator odors with ease. Dab lemon juice on a cotton ball or sponge and leave it in the fridge for several hours. Make sure to toss out any malodorous items that might be causing the bad smell.
Remove refrigerator odors with ease. Dab lemon juice on a cotton ball or sponge and leave it in the fridge for several hours. Make sure to toss out any malodorous items that might be causing the bad smell.
2. High Blood Pressure
Lemon contains potassium which controls high blood pressure and reduces the effect of nausea and dizziness.
Lemon contains potassium which controls high blood pressure and reduces the effect of nausea and dizziness.
3. Prevent Cauliflower From
Turning Brown
Cauliflower tend to turn brown with even the slightest cooking. You can make sure the white vegetables stay white by squeezing a teaspoon of fresh lemon juice on them before heating.
Cauliflower tend to turn brown with even the slightest cooking. You can make sure the white vegetables stay white by squeezing a teaspoon of fresh lemon juice on them before heating.
4. Mental Health
Lemon water can also prep up your mood and relieve you from depression and stress. Long distance walkers and world travelers as well as explorers look upon the lemon as a Godsend. When fatigue begins, a lemon is sucked through a hole in the top. Quick acting medicine it is, giving almost unbelievable refreshments.
Lemon water can also prep up your mood and relieve you from depression and stress. Long distance walkers and world travelers as well as explorers look upon the lemon as a Godsend. When fatigue begins, a lemon is sucked through a hole in the top. Quick acting medicine it is, giving almost unbelievable refreshments.
5. Refresh Cutting Boards
No wonder your kitchen cutting board smells! After all, you use it to chop onions, crush garlic, and prepare fish. To get rid of the smell and help sanitize the cutting board, rub it all over with the cut side of half a lemon or wash it in undiluted juice straight from the bottle.
No wonder your kitchen cutting board smells! After all, you use it to chop onions, crush garlic, and prepare fish. To get rid of the smell and help sanitize the cutting board, rub it all over with the cut side of half a lemon or wash it in undiluted juice straight from the bottle.
6. Respiratory Problems
Lemon water can reduce phlegm; and can also help you breathe properly and aids a person suffering with asthma.
Lemon water can reduce phlegm; and can also help you breathe properly and aids a person suffering with asthma.
7. Treating Arthritis and Rheumatism
Lemon is a diuretic – assists in the production of urine which helps you to reduce inflammation by flushing out toxins and bacteria while also giving you relief from arthritis and rheumatism.
Lemon is a diuretic – assists in the production of urine which helps you to reduce inflammation by flushing out toxins and bacteria while also giving you relief from arthritis and rheumatism.
8. Prevents Kidney Stones
Regular consumption of the refreshing drink — or even lemon juice mixed with water — may increase the production of urinary citrate, a chemical in the urine that prevents the formation of crystals that may build up into kidney stones.
Regular consumption of the refreshing drink — or even lemon juice mixed with water — may increase the production of urinary citrate, a chemical in the urine that prevents the formation of crystals that may build up into kidney stones.
9. Keep Insects Out of the
Kitchen
You don’t need insecticides or ant traps to ant-proof your kitchen. Just give it the lemon treatment. First squirt some lemon juice on door thresholds and windowsills. Then squeeze lemon juice into any holes or cracks where the ants are getting in. Finally, scatter small slices of lemon peel around the outdoor entrance. The ants will get the message that they aren’t welcome. Lemons are also effective against roaches and fleas: Simply mix the juice of 4 lemons (along with the rinds) with 1/2 gallon (2 liters) water and wash your floors with it; then watch the fleas and roaches flee. They hate the smell.
You don’t need insecticides or ant traps to ant-proof your kitchen. Just give it the lemon treatment. First squirt some lemon juice on door thresholds and windowsills. Then squeeze lemon juice into any holes or cracks where the ants are getting in. Finally, scatter small slices of lemon peel around the outdoor entrance. The ants will get the message that they aren’t welcome. Lemons are also effective against roaches and fleas: Simply mix the juice of 4 lemons (along with the rinds) with 1/2 gallon (2 liters) water and wash your floors with it; then watch the fleas and roaches flee. They hate the smell.
10. Anti-Aging
Lemon water reduces the production of free radicals which are responsible for aging skin and skin damage. Lemon water is calorie free and an antioxidant.
Lemon water reduces the production of free radicals which are responsible for aging skin and skin damage. Lemon water is calorie free and an antioxidant.
11. Fruit and Vegetable Wash
You never know what kind of pesticides or dirt may be lurking on the skin of your favorite fruits and vegetables. Slice your lemon and squeeze out one tablespoon of lemon juice into your spray bottle. The lemon juice is a natural disinfectant and will leave your fruits and vegetables smelling nice too.
You never know what kind of pesticides or dirt may be lurking on the skin of your favorite fruits and vegetables. Slice your lemon and squeeze out one tablespoon of lemon juice into your spray bottle. The lemon juice is a natural disinfectant and will leave your fruits and vegetables smelling nice too.
12. Treat Infections
Lemon water can fight throat infections thanks to its antibacterial property. If salt water does not work for you, try lime and water for gargling.
Lemon water can fight throat infections thanks to its antibacterial property. If salt water does not work for you, try lime and water for gargling.
13. Deodorize Your Garbage
If your garbage is beginning to smell yucky, here’s an easy way to deodorize it: Save leftover lemon and orange peels and toss them at the base under the bag. To keep it smelling fresh, repeat once every couple of weeks.
If your garbage is beginning to smell yucky, here’s an easy way to deodorize it: Save leftover lemon and orange peels and toss them at the base under the bag. To keep it smelling fresh, repeat once every couple of weeks.
14. Keep Guacamole Green
You’ve been making guacamole all day long for the big party, and you don’t want it to turn brown on top before the guests arrive. The solution: Sprinkle a liberal amount of fresh lemon juice over it and it will stay fresh and green. The flavor of the lemon juice is a natural complement to the avocados in the guacamole. Make the fruit salad hours in advance too. Just squeeze some lemon juice onto the apple slices, and they’ll stay snowy white.
You’ve been making guacamole all day long for the big party, and you don’t want it to turn brown on top before the guests arrive. The solution: Sprinkle a liberal amount of fresh lemon juice over it and it will stay fresh and green. The flavor of the lemon juice is a natural complement to the avocados in the guacamole. Make the fruit salad hours in advance too. Just squeeze some lemon juice onto the apple slices, and they’ll stay snowy white.
15. Purges The Blood
We consume a lot of junk food or food with a lot of preservatives and artificial flavours. This builds up a lot of toxins in the blood and body but daily consumption of lemon water helps to purify the blood.
We consume a lot of junk food or food with a lot of preservatives and artificial flavours. This builds up a lot of toxins in the blood and body but daily consumption of lemon water helps to purify the blood.
16. Make Soggy Lettuce Crisp
Don’t toss that soggy lettuce into the garbage. With the help of a little lemon juice you can toss it in a salad instead. Add the juice of half a lemon to a bowl of cold water. Then put the soggy lettuce in it and refrigerate for 1 hour. Make sure to dry the leaves completely before putting them into salads or sandwiches.
Don’t toss that soggy lettuce into the garbage. With the help of a little lemon juice you can toss it in a salad instead. Add the juice of half a lemon to a bowl of cold water. Then put the soggy lettuce in it and refrigerate for 1 hour. Make sure to dry the leaves completely before putting them into salads or sandwiches.
17. Oral Health
Lemon juice also stops bleeding gums and reduces toothaches
Lemon juice also stops bleeding gums and reduces toothaches
18. Lighten Age Spots
Why buy expensive creams when you’ve got lemon juice? To lighten liver spots or freckles, try applying lemon juice directly to the area. Let it sit for 15 minutes and then rinse your skin clean. It’s a safe and effective skin-lightening agent.
Why buy expensive creams when you’ve got lemon juice? To lighten liver spots or freckles, try applying lemon juice directly to the area. Let it sit for 15 minutes and then rinse your skin clean. It’s a safe and effective skin-lightening agent.
19. Create Blonde Highlights
For salon-worthy highlights, add 1/4 cup lemon juice to 3/4 cup water and rinse your hair with the mixture. Then, sit in the sun until your hair dries. To maximize the effect, repeat once daily for up to a week.
For salon-worthy highlights, add 1/4 cup lemon juice to 3/4 cup water and rinse your hair with the mixture. Then, sit in the sun until your hair dries. To maximize the effect, repeat once daily for up to a week.
20. Make a Room
Scent/Humidifier
Freshen and moisturize the air in your home on dry winter days. Make your own room scent that also doubles as a humidifier. If you have a wood-burning stove, place an enameled cast-iron pot or bowl on top, fill with water, and add lemon (and/or orange) peels, cinnamon sticks, cloves, and apple skins. No wood-burning stove? Use your stovetop instead and just simmer the water periodically.
Freshen and moisturize the air in your home on dry winter days. Make your own room scent that also doubles as a humidifier. If you have a wood-burning stove, place an enameled cast-iron pot or bowl on top, fill with water, and add lemon (and/or orange) peels, cinnamon sticks, cloves, and apple skins. No wood-burning stove? Use your stovetop instead and just simmer the water periodically.
21. Clean and Whiten Nails
Pamper your hands without a manicurist. Add the juice of 1/2 lemon to 1 cup warm water and soak your fingertips in the mixture for 5 minutes. After pushing back the cuticles, rub some lemon peel back and forth against the nail.
Pamper your hands without a manicurist. Add the juice of 1/2 lemon to 1 cup warm water and soak your fingertips in the mixture for 5 minutes. After pushing back the cuticles, rub some lemon peel back and forth against the nail.
22. Cleanse Your Face
Zap zits naturally by dabbing lemon juice on blackheads to draw them out during the day. You can also wash your face with lemon juice for a natural cleanse and exfoliation. Your skin should improve after several days of treatment. Lemon water is also a cooling agent, best way to beat the heat.
Zap zits naturally by dabbing lemon juice on blackheads to draw them out during the day. You can also wash your face with lemon juice for a natural cleanse and exfoliation. Your skin should improve after several days of treatment. Lemon water is also a cooling agent, best way to beat the heat.
23. Freshen Your Breath
Make an impromptu mouthwash by rinsing with lemon juice straight from the bottle. Swallow for longer-lasting fresh breath. The citric acid in the juice alters the pH level in your mouth, killing bacteria that causes bad breath. Rinse after a few minutes because long-term exposure to the acid in lemons can harm tooth enamel.
Make an impromptu mouthwash by rinsing with lemon juice straight from the bottle. Swallow for longer-lasting fresh breath. The citric acid in the juice alters the pH level in your mouth, killing bacteria that causes bad breath. Rinse after a few minutes because long-term exposure to the acid in lemons can harm tooth enamel.
24. Treat Flaky Dandruff
If itchy, scaly dandruff has you scratching your head, relief may be no farther away than your refrigerator. Just massage two tablespoons lemon juice into your scalp and rinse with water. Then stir one teaspoon lemon juice into one cup water and rinse your hair with it. Repeat daily until your dandruff disappears.
If itchy, scaly dandruff has you scratching your head, relief may be no farther away than your refrigerator. Just massage two tablespoons lemon juice into your scalp and rinse with water. Then stir one teaspoon lemon juice into one cup water and rinse your hair with it. Repeat daily until your dandruff disappears.
25. Get Rid of Tough Stains on
Marble
You probably think of marble as stone, but it is really petrified calcium (also known as old seashells). That explains why it is so porous and easily stained and damaged. Those stains can be hard to remove. If washing won’t remove a stubborn stain, try this: Cut a lemon in half, dip the exposed flesh into some table salt, and rub it vigorously on the stain. But do this only as a last resort; acid can damage marble. Rinse well. Use These Lemons To Clean – Easy and Effective
You probably think of marble as stone, but it is really petrified calcium (also known as old seashells). That explains why it is so porous and easily stained and damaged. Those stains can be hard to remove. If washing won’t remove a stubborn stain, try this: Cut a lemon in half, dip the exposed flesh into some table salt, and rub it vigorously on the stain. But do this only as a last resort; acid can damage marble. Rinse well. Use These Lemons To Clean – Easy and Effective
26. Remove Berry Stains
It sure was fun to pick your own berries, but now your fingers are stained with berry juice that won’t come off no matter how much you scrub with soap and water. Try washing your hands with undiluted lemon juice, then wait a few minutes and wash with warm, soapy water. Repeat until your hands are stain-free.
It sure was fun to pick your own berries, but now your fingers are stained with berry juice that won’t come off no matter how much you scrub with soap and water. Try washing your hands with undiluted lemon juice, then wait a few minutes and wash with warm, soapy water. Repeat until your hands are stain-free.
27. Soften Dry, Scaly Elbows
Itchy elbows are bad enough, but they look terrible too. For better looking (and feeling) elbows, mix baking soda and lemon juice to make an abrasive paste, then rub it into your elbows for a soothing, smoothing, and exfoliating treatment. Rinse your extremities in a mixture of equal parts lemon juice and water, then massage with olive oil and dab dry with a soft cloth.
Itchy elbows are bad enough, but they look terrible too. For better looking (and feeling) elbows, mix baking soda and lemon juice to make an abrasive paste, then rub it into your elbows for a soothing, smoothing, and exfoliating treatment. Rinse your extremities in a mixture of equal parts lemon juice and water, then massage with olive oil and dab dry with a soft cloth.
28. Headaches
Lemon juice with a few teaspoons of hot tea added is the treatment of a sophisticated New York bartender, for those who suffer with hangover headaches–and from headaches due to many other causes. He converts his customers to this regime, and weans them away from drug remedies completely.
Lemon juice with a few teaspoons of hot tea added is the treatment of a sophisticated New York bartender, for those who suffer with hangover headaches–and from headaches due to many other causes. He converts his customers to this regime, and weans them away from drug remedies completely.
29. Chills and Fevers
Chills and fevers may be due to a variety of causes; never the less the lemon is always a helpful remedy. Spanish physicians regard it as an infallible friend.
Chills and fevers may be due to a variety of causes; never the less the lemon is always a helpful remedy. Spanish physicians regard it as an infallible friend.
30. Diptheria
Skip the vaccine for this disease. Lemon Juice Treatment still proves as one of the most powerful antiseptics and the strong digestive qualities of the fruit are admired around the world. With the juice every hour or two, and at the same time, 1/2 to 1 tsp. should be swallowed. This cuts loose the false membrane in the throat and permits it to come out.
Skip the vaccine for this disease. Lemon Juice Treatment still proves as one of the most powerful antiseptics and the strong digestive qualities of the fruit are admired around the world. With the juice every hour or two, and at the same time, 1/2 to 1 tsp. should be swallowed. This cuts loose the false membrane in the throat and permits it to come out.
31. Vaginal Hygiene
Diluted lemon juice makes a safe and sane method of vaginal hygiene. Though it is a powerful antiseptic it is nevertheless free from irritating drugs in douches and suppositories.
Diluted lemon juice makes a safe and sane method of vaginal hygiene. Though it is a powerful antiseptic it is nevertheless free from irritating drugs in douches and suppositories.
32. Forget The Moth Balls
A charming French custom to keep closets free from moths is to take ripe lemons and stick them with cloves all over the skin. The heavily studded lemons slowly dry with their cloves, leaving a marvelous odor throughout the closets and rooms.
A charming French custom to keep closets free from moths is to take ripe lemons and stick them with cloves all over the skin. The heavily studded lemons slowly dry with their cloves, leaving a marvelous odor throughout the closets and rooms.
33. Stomach Health
Digestive problems are the most common ailments but warm water and lime juice is the solution to most digestive problems. Lemon juice helps to purify the blood, reduces your chances of indigestion, constipation, eliminates toxins from the body, adds digestion and reduces phlegm.
Digestive problems are the most common ailments but warm water and lime juice is the solution to most digestive problems. Lemon juice helps to purify the blood, reduces your chances of indigestion, constipation, eliminates toxins from the body, adds digestion and reduces phlegm.
34. Disinfect Cuts and Scrapes
Stop bleeding and disinfect minor cuts and scraps by pouring a few drops of lemon juice directly on the cut. You can also apply the juice with a cotton ball and hold firmly in place for one minute.
Stop bleeding and disinfect minor cuts and scraps by pouring a few drops of lemon juice directly on the cut. You can also apply the juice with a cotton ball and hold firmly in place for one minute.
35. Soothe Poison Ivy Rash
You won’t need an ocean of calamine lotion the next time poison ivy comes a-creeping. Just apply lemon juice directly to the affected area to soothe itching and alleviate the rash.
You won’t need an ocean of calamine lotion the next time poison ivy comes a-creeping. Just apply lemon juice directly to the affected area to soothe itching and alleviate the rash.
36. Remove Warts
You’ve tried countless remedies to banish warts and nothing seems to work. Next time, apply a dab of lemon juice directly to the wart using a cotton swab. Repeat for several days until the acids in the lemon juice dissolve the wart completely.
You’ve tried countless remedies to banish warts and nothing seems to work. Next time, apply a dab of lemon juice directly to the wart using a cotton swab. Repeat for several days until the acids in the lemon juice dissolve the wart completely.
37. Bleach Delicate Fabrics
Avoid additional bleach stains by swapping ordinary household chlorine bleach with lemon juice, which is milder but no less effective. Soak your delicates in a mixture of lemon juice and baking soda for at least half an hour before washing.
Avoid additional bleach stains by swapping ordinary household chlorine bleach with lemon juice, which is milder but no less effective. Soak your delicates in a mixture of lemon juice and baking soda for at least half an hour before washing.
38. Clean Tarnished Brass and Polish Chrome
Say good-bye to tarnish on brass, copper, or stainless steel. Make a paste of lemon juice and salt (or substitute baking soda or cream of tartar for the salt) and coat the affected area. Let it stay on for 5 minutes. Then wash in warm water, rinse, and polish dry. Use the same mixture to clean metal kitchen sinks too. Apply the paste, scrub gently, and rinse.Get rid of mineral deposits and polish chrome faucets and other tarnished chrome. Simply rub lemon rind over the chrome and watch it shine! Rinse well and dry with a soft cloth.
Say good-bye to tarnish on brass, copper, or stainless steel. Make a paste of lemon juice and salt (or substitute baking soda or cream of tartar for the salt) and coat the affected area. Let it stay on for 5 minutes. Then wash in warm water, rinse, and polish dry. Use the same mixture to clean metal kitchen sinks too. Apply the paste, scrub gently, and rinse.Get rid of mineral deposits and polish chrome faucets and other tarnished chrome. Simply rub lemon rind over the chrome and watch it shine! Rinse well and dry with a soft cloth.
39. Replace Your Dry Cleaner
Ditch the expensive dry-cleaning bills (and harsh chemicals) with this homegrown trick. Simply scrub the stained area on shirts and blouses with equal parts lemon juice and water. Your “pits” will be good as new, and smell nice too.
Ditch the expensive dry-cleaning bills (and harsh chemicals) with this homegrown trick. Simply scrub the stained area on shirts and blouses with equal parts lemon juice and water. Your “pits” will be good as new, and smell nice too.
40. Boost Laundry Detergent
For more powerful cleaning action, pour 1 cup lemon juice into the washer during the wash cycle. The natural bleaching action of the juice will zap stains and remove rust and mineral discolorations from cotton T-shirts and briefs and will leave your clothes smelling fresh. Your clothes will turn out brighter and also come out smelling lemon-fresh.
For more powerful cleaning action, pour 1 cup lemon juice into the washer during the wash cycle. The natural bleaching action of the juice will zap stains and remove rust and mineral discolorations from cotton T-shirts and briefs and will leave your clothes smelling fresh. Your clothes will turn out brighter and also come out smelling lemon-fresh.
41. Rid Clothes of Mildew
Have you ever unpacked clothes you stored all winter and discovered some are stained with mildew? To get rid of it, make a paste of lemon juice and salt and rub it on the affected area, then dry the clothes in sunlight. Repeat the process until the stain is gone.
Have you ever unpacked clothes you stored all winter and discovered some are stained with mildew? To get rid of it, make a paste of lemon juice and salt and rub it on the affected area, then dry the clothes in sunlight. Repeat the process until the stain is gone.
42. Eliminate Fireplace Odor
There’s nothing cozier on a cold winter night than a warm fire burning in the fireplace — unless the fire happens to smell horrible. Next time you have a fire that sends a stench into the room, try throwing a few lemon peels into the flames. Or simply burn some lemon peels along with your firewood as a preventive measure.
There’s nothing cozier on a cold winter night than a warm fire burning in the fireplace — unless the fire happens to smell horrible. Next time you have a fire that sends a stench into the room, try throwing a few lemon peels into the flames. Or simply burn some lemon peels along with your firewood as a preventive measure.
43. Neutralize Cat-Box Odor
You don’t have to use an aerosol spray to neutralize foul-smelling cat-box odors or freshen the air in your bathroom. Just cut a couple of lemons in half. Then place them, cut side up, in a dish in the room, and the air will soon smell lemon-fresh.
You don’t have to use an aerosol spray to neutralize foul-smelling cat-box odors or freshen the air in your bathroom. Just cut a couple of lemons in half. Then place them, cut side up, in a dish in the room, and the air will soon smell lemon-fresh.
44. Deodorize a Humidifier
When your humidifier starts to smell funky, deodorize it with ease: Just pour 3 or 4 teaspoons lemon juice into the water. It will not only remove the off odor but will replace it with a lemon-fresh fragrance. Repeat every couple of weeks to keep the odor from returning.
When your humidifier starts to smell funky, deodorize it with ease: Just pour 3 or 4 teaspoons lemon juice into the water. It will not only remove the off odor but will replace it with a lemon-fresh fragrance. Repeat every couple of weeks to keep the odor from returning.
45. Reduce Asthma Symptoms
In addition to a general detoxifying diet, 2 tablespoons of lemon juice before each meal, and before retiring can reduce asthma symptoms.
In addition to a general detoxifying diet, 2 tablespoons of lemon juice before each meal, and before retiring can reduce asthma symptoms.
* If you do consume lemon peel,
stick to organic lemons to reduce your pesticide exposure.
John Summerly is nutritionist, herbologist, and
homeopathic practitioner. He is a leader in the natural health community and
consults athletes, executives and most of all parents of children on the
benefits of complementary therapies for health and prevention.
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