coconut
To remove coconut from the shell easily, break the coconut and keep in the fridge overnight. coconut will come out easily.
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Coffee or tea stains #2
Mix one teaspoon of vinegar with one quart of cold water and wipe the affected area with a sponge. If you don't have this option try dabbing a wet cloth in club soda to prevent the coffee from penetrating the fabric.
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Of many uses,Barley water was also found out helpful in preventing infection in the urinary tract during pregnancy.
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Lips For smooth lips, scrub you lips with your toothbrush every night before going to bed to remove dead skin.
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Weight Orange juice is thought to be very high in antioxidants which prevent various forms of cancer and also drinking it on a regular basis may help aid in weight loss.
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To remove the smell of garlic or onions from your hands rub a tablespoon of salt mixed with a little water and rub for a few seconds then rince under cold water.
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To thicken any gravy or soup add corn flour to it. It is an excellent thickening agent. Remember to mix it in good water before adding to avoid lumps.
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Footware For Slimmer and Longer Legs Avoid footwear with Ankle Straps- footwear with ankle straps gives the appearance of shorter legs, therefore skin the ankle straps if one wants the legs for looking slimmer.
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If you are facing with puffiness in your eyes then grate a potato without peeling it and apply this on your eyelids for 20 minutes and let your eye muscles relax.
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When buying dates, avoid ones that are sticky or ones that have crystallized sugar on the surface.
Fresh dates should be firm and springy, and should have a fresh smell, not sour.
Fresh, soft dates should be kept in plastic bags in the refrigerator, and will keep for several weeks.
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To save an excessively watered plant, remove the soil ball from pot, keeping the plant inside, use an absorbent kitchen towel to soak up excess water, leave the soil ball until it dries a bit and pot up the plant into fresh compost and a clean pot.
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CRUMBS FOR FREE WITH LEFTOVER BREAD
Here is a novel way of getting plenty of breadcrumbs at no extra cost! Collect left over bread slices, shred them and store them in a large bowl. Leave the bowl uncovered in the refrigerator till the shredded pieces become hard and crispy. When you have collected enough grind them to a fine powder. Store in an air-tight container and use them whenever required.
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Make your pressure cooker and kadai look shiny and new by adding a smattering of tartaric acid to the dishwashing powder and then cleaning. Watch that sparkle!
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Soft and smooth hands
Mix 3 teaspoons of baby oil and 2 teaspoons of sugar together. Rub your hands, feet or any part and leave it on for 10-15 minutes. Rinse it off with warm water.
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Glowing Skin & Smooth Skin
A paste of the fresh fenugreek leaves, applied on the face prevents pimples, blackheads, dryness of the face and early appearance of wrinkles.
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Glowing skin
A facemask of egg white and honey gently removes the tan from your face.
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Mobile Phone Care Tips
Turn your phone off from time to time to allow the operating system to reboot. This will give your cell phone a much needed rest.
Avoid charging your cell phone if the battery is full. It will help in longevity of the battery.
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Odor From A Flask
To clean your flask, put 3 teaspoons of bicarbonate of soda into it and fill it up with boiling water, then leave to soak for 1/2 an hour and rinse clean, doing so will remove all the odor in the flask.
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Add fish to your weight loss regimen
Add fish to your weight loss regimen. Overweight people who are on a weight loss diet may be able to reduce their risk of cardiovascular disease and diabetes by eating fatty fish such as salmon, tuna, cod and mackerel every day, according to a study in the November 1999 issue of the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition. Fatty fish are rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which have been shown to protect against heart disease by lowering cholesterol levels and reducing high blood pressure.
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10 Ways To Get A Good Night's Sleep
1. Listen to soothing music
2. Set up a routine. Go to bed at the same time every night.
3. Read a book of your choice.
4. Do some light exercise.
5. Consider aromatherapy.
6. Shower before bed.
7. Don’t eat sugar or caffeine before you
sleep.
8. Try to avoid heavy meals before bedtime.
9. Don’t face the clock while you try to sleep so it doesn’t distract you.
10. Use breathing exercises to relax you.
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