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Health Tips - Home Remedies That Work at WomansDay
Nobody is naysaying the wonders of modern medicine—what would we do without a medication like penicillin to treat infections? But, as it turns out, everyday items have secret curing powers, too. Next time you don’t want to fork over money to get a common wart removed, consider using duct tape. Already popped two aspirin but can’t get rid of the headache? Duct Tape to Remove Warts In 2002, a group of doctors compared duct tape’s effectiveness with liquid nitrogen in removing warts. Vapor Rub to Cure Nail Fungus While there are no studies to prove coating infected toenails with vapor rub once or twice a day is an effective treatment for nail fungus, a basic Internet search results in a number of personal testaments to the medicinal ointment's fungus-killing powers. Oatmeal to Soothe Eczema “This is absolutely true, as oats have anti-inflammatory properties,” Dr. Yogurt to Cure Bad Breath Bad breath comes from a number of places, the two most common being the mouth and the stomach.
Shampoo Recipe - Make Your Own Shampoo - Natural Shampoo
"If you want to gather honey, don't kick over the beehive."~ Dale Carnegie We all have hair -- some more, some less. Fine, medium, coarse, light blonde, copper-brown, honey-red, ginger-twist, sun-kissed, winter wheat or ash -- no matter, it's all hair. I actually have a lot of nerve writing anything about hair. What I can write about with authority, though, is that daily care with wholesome products can help keep your hair -- if you've got it -- strong and strikingly beautiful. Now once you've made your selection and finally commence the act of shampooing, remember to always massage your scalp slowly but thoroughly with your fingertips, to vigorously stimulate the circulation of blood on the skin wrapping around your skull. I know, I know, you're automatically saying to yourself, "rinse and repeat, rinse and repeat" because every commercially produced shampoo bottle has brainwashed us to do this. Knead a few tablespoons of olive oil into your dry scalp and hair.
Fragrant Home: 15 Simmering Pot Recipes
Simmering potpourri is a lovely way to make your home smell warm and inviting, especially during the holiday season when you use fragrant spices like cinnamon and cloves. Cinnamon Sticks, Orange Slices & Spices How It Works: Just fill a pot with water, add your favorite ingredients and simmer all day. The recipes below are just guidelines, you can use different amounts and mix up ingredients as you like. Directions: Fill a saucepan with water and bring to a boil. Caution: Set your timer for 30 minutes so you remember to top up with water. Recipe #1 Cinnamon sticks Apple peels Orange rinds Whole cloves Apple juice Cinnamon sticks Whole cloves Vanilla (a few drops) Orange peels #4 – Christmas Potpourri Simmering Pot 3 sprigs evergreen or handful pine needles 2 cinnamon sticks 2 TBS whole cloves 2 bay leaves 2 pieces orange rind 2 pieces lemon rind 2 TBS whole cloves 2 cinnamon sticks 5 star anise 1 orange peel Whole cloves 1 tsp nutmeg Peel from a whole orange Whole cloves 2 Cinnamon sticks
The Noticing Game – (moving, sexy, fun)
This little game had us both in tears the last time I played it… And the time before that, we were both smiling so much our cheeks hurt… It’s simple, easy, in-the-moment, and you can play it with your lover, a friend, on a date, or with someone you’ve just met. Below is a description of the game, an excerpt from our Games Night Manual. The full version, with lots of other connection-building games, is included for everyone who signs up for the ACL training. Here it is: The Noticing Game Requirements: 2 people Warning: You will both likely feel more present, playful, connected, and perhaps even turned-on after playing this game. Directions:Two people stand directly across from each other, standing or sitting, making eye contact. A: What I notice when I’m with you is…<fill in the blank> B: Hearing that, what I’m noticing is…<fill in the blank> A: Hearing that, what I’m noticing is…<fill in the blank> …and so on, alternating back and forth… …or, whenever seems like a good time to stop.
Setting Up a New Worm Bin
In my last post I discussed dumping out my ‘Coffee Cup Challenge” bin due to excess moisture levels in the bottom of the bin. That same day I started preparing the empty bin for my next round of worm composting As always, I started the process by focusing on bedding. I had plenty of options here since I tend to stockpile lots of cardboard and paper for this very purpose. My favourite type of cardboard for worm bins is the kind used for egg cartons and drink holders (from fast food restaurants and coffee shops), but I also like to mix things up a little and add a variety of different cardboard/paper types. Next, I added some food waste. For good measure I decided to spray down the upper layer of cardboard with water. I then simply closed up the bin and left it to sit for a full week. Initially I tried using the standard “light harvesting method”, which involved dumping the worm compost (with worms in it) onto a garbage bag out in the sun, then slowly removing worm compost from the top.
25+ Pocket Organizers & Caddies To Make: {Sewing
Here’s a bunch of pocket-style organizers that you can make to store all kinds of things. Some have been featured previously on Tipnut and have been moved here for handy reference…but there’s plenty of new stuff to see too! noodle-head.com Mail Organizer Tutorial: Fun fabric version of a letter bin. Bed Caddy: This bed caddy provides a handy place for all your most used items, customize the pocket sizes for your needs easily! sew4home.com Sofa Caddy: No more digging through cushions looking for the remote control! DIY Door Organizer: A simple felt pocket that hangs from a door knob. designspongeonline.com marthastewart.com Gadget Travel Tote: Convert a dish towel into a multi-pouched case to keep chargers and cords neat when you’re on the go. Garden Tool Caddy: Made with oilcloth, this pocket caddy folds up into a tote. craftzine.com muddlepud.blogspot.com londonpurple.blogspot.com brightandblithe.wordpress.com sewmamasew.com jembellish.blogspot.com ccat.wordpress.com untilwednesdaycalls.blogspot.com
