Here I’ll compile a bunch of helpful tips that I come across for cooking, health, or household, so they’re all in one place! Really, it’s for me, but I thought I’d share. Feel free to submit your own and I’ll incorporate them here!
Health
| To stave off a cold (or lessen its severity), or for an impending infection (sinus, bladder, strep, etc…):Cut fresh garlic clove into pieces and swallow like pills, maybe even chewing a little bit if you can stand it! | Yours truly |
UTI Remedy: everyone knows about cranberry juice, but I swear by beet juice. Really.Also GREAT for gall bladder irritation!!!It’s a little harsh by itself, but here’s my recipe that knocks it out:
I usually make a big batch of this, and just eat / drink a little spoonful every couple of hours or so, depending on the severity. |
Yours truly, adapted from a recipe Victor found on the web |
| For sunburn: If you don’t have aloe vera, mash up some cucumber, chill it and rub on the sunburn.Or spritz white vinegar / water mixture (half and half) | Dr. Travis Stork (on The Kitchen, Food Network) |
| Mosquito repellent Rub lemon balm all over your skin. |
Dr. Travis Stork (on The Kitchen, Food Network) |
| Mosquito bite anti-inflammatory A tea bag – wet and chilled! |
Dr. Travis Stork (on The Kitchen, Food Network) |
Natural general anti-inflammatories – just add to recipes
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Yours truly! |
Cooking
| For light fluffy biscuits: freeze butter and grate it into your flour mixture. It will work in easily without over-working the dough! | Katie Lee (on The Kitchen, Food Network) |
| To slice slippery items like a mango: pop a corn cob holder in the top (maybe slice a little off the top so it’s easier to grab), then hold that while you slice with the other hand, knick-free! | Alton Brown, Good Eats (A Pie in Every Pocket episode) |
Household
| To get out red wine stains, use white wine (maybe one you don’t really want to drink…!). Pour liberally over the spot and voila! | Yours Truly and my vast years of experience with red wine spills… |