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Health Tip of the Day
Many people have happily discovered that garlic can be used as a natural mosquito repellent. Safer, and non-toxic compared to many commercial brands of repellents.
Sulphur, contained in garlic extract, is the scent that … Continue Reading
Health Tip of the Day
Mint can provide relief and healing of sunburn. Mint contains substances called menthol and rosmarinic acid that can bring relief from pain, itching, and irritation caused by sunburn.
Peppermint oil is as effective as … Continue Reading
Cooking Tip of the Day
Cooking potatoes in preparation for a potato salad is easy when just a few simple tips are followed.
Potatoes should be cooked starting by covering them completely with cold water. The potatoes will be … Continue Reading
Beauty Tip of the Day
There are various means of whitening yellow and stained finger and toenails. They all work, but can cause drying of the nails which, if used too often, can lead to unhealthy, flaking, nails. However, … Continue Reading
Health Tip of the Day
Eating caraway seeds can help with weight loss by reducing snacking and increasing fat metabolism.
Munching on caraway seeds satisfies cravings to the point where less calories, especially carbohydrates, are not desired.
A study … Continue Reading