July 26, 2006
Soothe Arthritis Pain
Mix up some Quaker Oats to soothe arthritis pain. Just mix 2 cups of oatmeal and 1 cup of water in a bowl and heat in the microwave for one minute; let the mixture cool slightly before applying it to the affected area.
July 25, 2006
Heal Bruises
Use Heinz vinegar to heal bruises. Just soak a cotton ball in the vinegar and apply it to the bruise for an hour.
The vinegar reduces the discoloration and speeds up the healing process.
July 24, 2006
Itching Relief From Hives
Some people just plain suffer from hives. Now here is a remedy for the itch that some people report works even better than Calamine Lotion, because it is thinner and can penetrate the skin more effectively. Grab that bottle of Phillips’ Milk of Magnesia for relief. Just apply it directly to the spots and let dry.
July 23, 2006
Green hair from chlorinated pool
As it is the season to splash in the pool this home remedy may well come in handy! You won’t find it in the medicine cabinet but instead in the kitchen cabinet. Reach or the Campbell’s Tomato Soup to keep your hair from turning green after swimming in chlorinated pools.
Just rub the soup into wet hair thoroughly and rinse out.