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Author: Marilyn Pokorney

I am a freelance writer. I write about gardening, science, nature, animals, the environment and health. I live in Nebraska and love gardening, reading, needlecrafts, and my pet dog and cats.
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Cleaning Wax From Candlesticks

  • Posted on March 2, 2022July 9, 2024
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    Cleaning Tip of the Day

    Cleaning melted wax from candlesticks and candleholders is much easier than it appears.

    The first trick is to snuff out candles before they reach the last inch or so, but this is easier said … Continue Reading

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    Coconut Oil Eases Sunburn

  • Posted on March 1, 2022July 9, 2024
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    Health Tip of the Day

    Coconut oil can reduce recovery from a sunburn 3 days faster than by using commercial creams and ointments.

    According to a report in the International Journal of Dermatology, coconut oil can help ease itching … Continue Reading

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    Grapes Protect Against Sunburn

  • Posted on February 28, 2022July 9, 2024
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    Health Tip of the Day

    Eating grapes can assist the body in preventing sunburn before exposure to the sun.

    According to a study published in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, scientists have found that the … Continue Reading

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    Catnip For Bug Bites

  • Posted on February 27, 2022July 9, 2024
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    Health Tip of the Day

    Repel mosquitoes with catnip instead of exposing skin to DEET in synthetic repellents.

    According to a study published in Current Biology, catnip is as effective as DEET in repelling mosquitoes. Nepeta cataria is a … Continue Reading

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    How to Get Rid of Picnic Ants

  • Posted on February 26, 2022July 9, 2024
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    Gardening Tip of the Day

    Ants are always a nuisance at picnics. Instead of using toxic chemicals around food, here is one tip using a natural kitchen ingredient that will send ants scurrying away.

    Ants use scent trails to … Continue Reading

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