When you're feeling under the weather,
Don't focus on it and it will get better.
You have a healing power within,
And positive thoughts can make you win.
Sometimes we all need a helping hand,
To get ourselves feeling good on demand.
Home Remedies and Tips is designed for you,
To fix an ailment while saving a buck or two.
Homemade Frozen Ice Packs
Freezes very cold and fast but not hard so it will conform to the hurting body part. Mix the solution as directed below, then soak the sponge in the liquid. Place it in a zip lock bag and place in the freezer.1 part rubbing alcohol
3 parts water
This homemade ice pack gets really cold, but never hardens so you can manipulate it.
--good idea for baseball season--
Vegetable Peelers
Shave cheese.......For thin, long slices of cheese, shave the block with a vegetable peeler. Serve on a Caesar salad or pasta. Also use a vegetable peeler to slice hard, cold butter; the thin strips melt quickly on warm toast.How to slice onions and other fruits and vegetables fast
Make your life easier using a hair pick to hold fruit and veg whilst you cut it. Cut even slices and keep your fingers away from the knife blade.
Cellulite
Make a drinkMix 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar with 8 ounces of water and add honey to sweeten if you want to. Drink 1 glass every morning.
Make a rub
Mix 3 parts apple cider vinegar with 1 part of your favorite massage oil. Gently knead onto affected skin twice a day.
How to Remove a Mole
You need cotton balls, Apple Cider Vinegar, and Band-aids.
Dip half a cotton ball in apple cider vinegar, saturating yet squeezing out excess. Apply the cotton ball on top of the mole. Use a band-aid to secure cotton ball over mole. Leave the secured cotton ball on the mole for up to 8 consecutive hours each day (or night). Continue steps 1 through 4 until the mole scabs up.
Hair Shampoo/Conditioner
Use apple cider vinegar as a shampoo/conditioner replacement. Combine 4-5 Tbsp. baking soda with 1 part apple cider vinegar and 1 part water for a clarifying and chemical-free shampoo. Rinse and then apply 1 cup apple cider vinegar as a conditioning rinse. If you have a difficult time with the smell in the shower, add essential oils to your mixes. Some of my favorites are citrus and lavender.
After-Sun Exposure
Diluting 1-2 cups of apple cider vinegar in a warm bath after excessive sun exposure – that may have yielded a sun burn – relieves symptoms and lessens the duration of a burn.
Detoxification
If you are looking for a healthy detox, look no further than apple cider vinegar. Combine 1 ½ cups apple cider vinegar with one gallon of water and drink throughout the course of a day for an overall body and kidney detoxification. You can repeat this process for up to three days, but one to two days is generally sufficient.
Detoxification
If you are looking for a healthy detox, look no further than apple cider vinegar. Combine 1 ½ cups apple cider vinegar with one gallon of water and drink throughout the course of a day for an overall body and kidney detoxification. You can repeat this process for up to three days, but one to two days is generally sufficient.
Hiccups
If someone goes behind you and holds up the top part of both ears while you gulp a swallow of water, it works every time.
Chapped Lips
Dip your finger into olive oil or cooking oil, and massage it inside your belly button, but not too far, only as far as you're comfortable. In a few days you'll feel the difference.
Earache
Put a few drops of hydrogen peroxide into your aching ear.
Acne
Take an regular aspirin and dissolve in a little warm water to make a paste and mix it with a little white toothpaste, then put it on your pimples.
Hangover
Eat a banana, peanut butter and honey sandwich on whole wheat bread.
Acid Reflex
Before you go to bed at night eat an apple or even a few slices of an apple.
Headache
First try drinking 1-2 large glasses of water.
If that doesn't work, try this simple acupressure technique. Apply pressure to the meaty part of the web between the thumb and index finger. Squeeze this area with the thumb and index finger from your other hand, using a rhythmic pumping or massaging action. You should apply enough pressure to feel a slight twinge, not painful, but not soothing either. Do this 1-2 minutes and switch hands and do it for another 1-2 minutes. Do this up to 10 minutes or until you feel some relief. Pregnant women should not use this acupressure method.
Try these facial exercises for headache relief:
1. Lift both eyebrows up quickly, hold for 1 second, and then let them drop down. Repeat 10 times.
2. Quickly squint both eyes closed, hold 1 second, then relax and open them slowly. Repeat 10 times.
3. Repeat the eye squinting with your left eye 10 times, then your right eye 10 times.
4. Slowly open your mouth really wide as if you were yawning, hold for 1 second, then slowly close your mouth. Repeat 5 times.
5. Squeeze your nose up as if there was a really bad smell. Hold for 1 second, then relax the nose. Repeat 5 times.
6. Open your mouth slightly, and slowly slide your jaw left and right. Repeat 10 times.
Another remedy you can try is mix 1 teaspoon of finely ground cinnamon with 1 teaspoon water. Apply to the forehead.
For a sinus headache, eat a jalapeno pepper as soon as possible.
Toothache
Mix 2-3 teaspoons of salt (preferably sea salt) into a glass of warm water and use it as a mouthwash.Another remedy is mix 1 teaspoon of cinnamon powder with 5 teaspoons of honey, then apply a small amount of the paste onto the aching tooth. Store the remainder in a small container at room temperature. Continue this 2-3 times a day until the pain is relieved.
Or if you prefer, get some toothpaste specially formulated for Sensitive teeth. Apply a generous amount directly onto the painful area. Keep your mouth open and the area dry and let the toothpaste sit for at least 5 minutes. If you still have pain, repeat this and leave the toothpaste on the area a few minutes longer.
Menstrual cramps
Make an Oregano Tea
This works very good in a matter of minutes the pain goes away and it tastes good.
Things you need: cup, napkin, oregano, sugar, small pot, water, teaspoon.
1. In a pot boil 1 cup of water and 1/2 teaspoon oregano.
2. Put the napkin inside a cup so the edges of the napkin come out of the rim of the cup in a way that you can pull the napkin out later.
3. When the oregano and water come to a boil, pour it in the cup with the napkin inside.
4. Pull the napkin out of the cup, the oregano should have stayed in the napkin leaving only the tea in the cup.
5. Add sugar, stir and drink.
Yeast Infection
Dip a tampon in plain unsweetened yogurt, and insert the tampon into the vagina. Do this twice daily until the symptoms disappear. Eating yogurt on a regular basis is also recommended for treating and preventing more yeast infections. If the infection persists more than a week, you need to call your Doctor.
Jitters
To much caffeine? Eat a banana.
Warts
Rub the inside of a small piece of banana peel on the wart every night. It takes about 1-2 weeks for results.
Mosquito Problem
Fill a shallow white dish with mostly water and a few drops of Lemon Joy Detergent. The mosquitoes flock to it and drink it, which then kills them.
Warm up Cold Feet
Sprinkle a little cayenne pepper in your socks.
Stinky Feet
Kill odor-causing bacteria fast by putting rubbing alcohol on a cotton ball and wiping the soles of your feet.
Lemons
Did you know the Ancient Egyptians believed that eating lemons and drinking lemon juice was an effective protection against a variety of poisons, and that recent research has confirmed this belief?
There are many health benefits of lemons that have been known for centuries. The two biggest are lemons’ strong antibacterial, antiviral, and immune-boosting powers and
their use as a weight loss aid because lemon juice is a digestive aid and liver cleanser. Lemons contain many substances--notably citric acid, calcium, magnesium, vitamin C, bioflavonoids, pectin, and limonene--that promote immunity and fight infection.
their use as a weight loss aid because lemon juice is a digestive aid and liver cleanser. Lemons contain many substances--notably citric acid, calcium, magnesium, vitamin C, bioflavonoids, pectin, and limonene--that promote immunity and fight infection.
These are well-known health facts about lemons. But there’s so much more to this little yellow fruit. Here are 15 that I’ll bet you didn’t know. Whether you use them in the form of juice, teas, drinks, dressing, poultices or in the bath, take advantage of lemons’ natural healing power.
Abolish Acne
· With your finger or a cotton ball, apply fresh lemon juice on acne and leave it overnight. Wash with water the following morning. There may be an uncomfortable sensation of burning at first, but it will soon disappear.
· Mix one part of freshly squeezed lemon juice with an equal part of rose or honey water. Put the mixture on affected areas for at least half an hour. Wash it afterwards with water. This application should be repeated twice daily, ideally in the morning and the evening.
Note: these remedies are safe and natural, but if acne is severe or there are open wounds, consult your doctor first.
Abandon Your Anxiety
Research has shown that lemon balm has a calming effect and therefore may be able to help remove fatigue, exhaustion, dizziness, anxiety, nervousness, and tension. It is also believed that inhaling lemon oil helps in increasing concentration and alertness. It can therefore be used as a room freshener in offices to increase the efficiency of the employees. If you’re feeling tense sprinkle a few drops of lemon balm essential oil on a handkerchief to inhale.Canker Sore, No More
The proven antibacterial and antiviral properties of lemons can accelerate the healing process in the case of cankers. Mix the juice of freshly squeezed lemon into a glass of lukewarm water and rinse your mouth with this solution; do this three times a day. There may be a burning sensation when the lemon juice comes into contact with the canker, however, the more frequently you use it, the less burning there will be.
Leave The Fever
Chills and fevers may be due to a variety of causes, but the lemon is always a helpful remedy. Here is a method that can ease symptoms: add the juice of 1 lemon to a cup of hot water with honey and drink at once, then every 2 hours until the fever or chill subsides.
Cold And Flu Got You Blue?
At the first indication of a cold – a runny nose or sore throat –try to give your body as much immune-boosting vitamin C as you can so that the virus is eliminated before it gets a chance to take hold. Drink the freshly squeezed juice of 1 lemon in a glass of lukewarm water every 2 hours.
If you have a sore throat, add the juice of 1 lemon and 1 teaspoon (5ml) of sea salt to 1 cup (250ml) lukewarm water. Gargle three times a day for 1 minute to diminish the burning sensation. If it’s a case of tonsillitis, gargle every 2 hours for at least 30 seconds with the freshly squeezed juice of 1 lemon. Tilt the head back to allow the antibacterial and antiviral properties of the juice to flow into the back of the throat. You can swallow the juice when you have finished gargling thereby benefiting from an immune-boosting vitamin C shot.
Cure Corns And Calluses
Lemon poultices applied overnight are a good home remedy for corns and calluses. Place a slice of lemon approx 5 mm thick on to the corn, bandage and fasten. Dabbing the affected area with lemon essential oil also helps accelerate the healing process. Take care to only use the undiluted oil on the callused area using a cotton ball or Q- tip, as it is too strong for un-callused skin.
Erase Eczema
If you suffer from skin infection such as eczema, a lemon wrap may offer relief. Add 8 drops of lemon essential oil to 1 cup (250ml) lukewarm water and 1 tablespoon (15ml) of liquid honey. Honey also has anti-inflammatory effect and strengthens the healing power of lemon.
Soak a linen cloth in the liquid, squeeze out the excess, and gently place the cloth on the affected area for 15 minutes, 2 to 3 times a day. Not only will this ease the infection, it will counter the overwhelming urge to scratch.
Fight Fatigue
Long distance walkers, world travelers, and explorers look upon the lemon as a Godsend. When fatigue sets in, they might suck lemon juice by piercing the top of the fruit with a straw, giving themselves a quick-acting medicine and a lovely refreshment.
Explorers also use lemon for protection against many infections of the tropics. A small amount of lemon juice will quench thirst more effectively than many times the amount of water. Experienced travelers declare that when they add lemon juice to ordinary drinking water, in various localities, it acts as an antiseptic and prevents illness due to allergy to different water supplies. Lemon oil also seems to be able to stimulate brain activity so whenever you feel tired for no reason or are finding it hard to focus or concentrate, add 4 drops of lemon oil to a water-filled aromatherapy lamp. Alternatively, drink a glass of lemon water every few hours.
Hexed With Halitosis
Lemons can help freshen breath that has gone sour after consuming certain spices, alcohol, cigarettes, or that is caused by insufficient salivation. To keep breath fresh, thoroughly rinse your mouth several times a day with the freshly squeezed juice of 1 lemon in a glass of lukewarm water. Chewing on a lemon slice after every meal will also help.Healing Hypertension
Garlic and onions have been shown to be effective in the fight against hypertension, and they combine well with the healing power of lemon. Add 3 crushed garlic cloves and 1 chopped onion to 1 quart or cold skimmed or low fat milk or soy milk. Slowly bring to the boil and let it stand for 5 minutes. Pour through a sieve and chill. Add the freshly squeezed juice of 3 lemons and sip throughout the day.
And if you suffer from high cholesterol, don’t forget that the pectin power in lemons along with its other metabolism and circulation boosting nutrients can help lower cholesterol.
Smite A Bite
If the stinger is still in the skin, take it out with a pair of tweezers. Massage 1 to 2 drops of lemon oil, mixed with 1 teaspoon of honey, into the skin around the bite.
To repel insects, add 20 drops of lemon oil to 1 cup (250ml) of water and spray into the air. It smells great and repels insects at the same time. Another home remedy is to place a cotton ball soaked in lemon oil in your bedroom. If you are sitting outside in the evening, apply lemon scent to skin areas not covered in clothing. Or, add 10 drops of lemon oil to 1 ½ oz of sunflower oil and rub into the skin.
Put Insomnia To Rest
Several studies have found that lemon balm combined with other calming herbs (such as valerian, hops, and chamomile) helps reduce anxiety and promote sleep. In a recent double-blind, placebo-controlled study, 18 healthy volunteers received two separate single doses of a standardized lemon balm extract (300 mg and 600 mg) or placebo for 7 days. The 600 mg dose of lemon balm increased mood and significantly increased calmness and alertness.
Pulverize Pain
Even though it tastes bitter, lemon juice has a powerful alkaline effect in the body and is therefore a natural agent against excess acid, which is in part responsible for rheumatism. Drink the freshly squeezed juice of 1 lemon in a glass of lukewarm water 3 times a day and if you experience severe pain add the juice of 2 lemons 3 times a day.
Lemon oil has pain-relieving qualities, so to inhibit inflammation and ease pain, massage the affected area daily with several drops of lemon oil mixed with 1 tablespoon (15ml) jojoba oil.
Save Your Stomach
Drink the juice of 1 freshly squeezed lemon in a glass of lukewarm water after each meal. The lemon acid will stimulate the production of stomach acid and the activity of stomach muscles.
Say Adios To Varicose
Lemon oil has vessel-strengthening properties that can help fight varicose and spider veins. For spider veins, take 2 to 3 drops of lemon oil every day and mix in a small bowl with jojoba, avocado or almond oil and massage the affected area.
For varicose veins,add 6 drops of lemon oil to 1 ½ oz (50 ml) wheat germ oil, and 2 drops each of cypress and juniper oil. Use this mixture daily for a gentle massage of the legs from bottom to top, in the direction of the heart. For a vein and vessel-rejuvenating bath add 8 drops of lemon oil to a warm bath. Also add 4 drops of cypress oil blended with 1 tablespoon (15ml) of honey. Soak in the bath for 15 minutes and when you come out, pat your skin dry – don’t rub it.
Too Much Salt
Have you ever slipped with the salt when cooking? Have you ever added just a touch too much salt to a recipe. Never add sugar to correct this try a squeeze of lemon juice.
12 Foods to Enhance your Sexual Mood
1. Strawberries
2. Avocados
3. Chocolate
4. Licorice
5. Bananas
6. Almonds
7. Fruits
8. Liver
9. Figs
10. Garlic
11. Eggs
12. Chili peppers
4. Licorice
5. Bananas
6. Almonds
7. Fruits
8. Liver
9. Figs
10. Garlic
11. Eggs
12. Chili peppers
10 Foods to Help You Snooze
1. Warm milk
2. Vegetables
2. Vegetables
3. Carbohydrate foods
4. Bananas
5. Popcorn with Cheese
6. Top your salads with Chia Seeds
7. Tart Cherry Juice
8. Whole Wheat Products
9. Turkey Burger with Spinach on a Whole Wheat Bun
10. Valerian Tea with Honey
20 Tips to Look Young and Healthy
1. Sleep at least 6-8 hours daily.
2. Exercise daily.
3. Eat fruits and vegetables.
4. Eat green olives daily.
5. Eat at least 1 carrot a day.
6. Use sunblock outside.
7. Drink plenty of water.
8. Avoid Smoking.
9. Eat a balanced diet.
10. Stay happy and avoid stress.
11. Use natural and organic products for your skin.
12. Eat foods that are rich in vitamin E.
13. Use Retinol A-the purest form of vitamin A.
14. Mix equal amounts of glycerin, lemon juice, and rose water and apply to your face, hands, and neck before bed at night.
15. Drink apple juice and apply it on your skin daily.
16. Use Aloe Vera Gel as a face mask.
17. Take a steam bath once a week.
18. Have a positive attitude.
19. Do Yoga exercise.
20. Add a morning walk to your daily routine.
5 Plants That Help Keep Mosquitoes Away
1.Lavender2.Lemon Balm
3.Basil
4.Catnip
5.Mint
What is the best home remedy for mosquito bites?
This seems to be the quickest. Moisten the bite area and then rub table salt on the moistened area.
Apple Cider Vinegar
Rub apple cider vinegar on the mosquito bites.
Toothpaste
This is another fast one. Dab a bit on the mosquito bites, peppermint works the best.
Deodorant
Rub deodorant on mosquito bites.
Saliva
Lick your finger and apply to the bite.
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