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The 8 Best Home Remedies You Can Find In Your Kitchen

Home remedies are natural treatments that use common ingredients found in your kitchen to soothe aches, pains, and illness. From soaking ginger in hot water to drink as a remedy for nausea to combining honey and mustard for sore throats, home remedies have been a go-to for millions of people around the world for generations. If you are an avid reader of our blog then you are probably aware by now that natural remedies from plants can be your best friend when it comes to maintaining good health. There is so much we can learn from our grandparents; the information they have imparted on us about the importance of eating seasonally, locally and organically is something we should all take to heart—even if it means giving up some of our favorite snacks for good!

By Justice GPublished 2 years ago 5 min read
The 8 Best Home Remedies You Can Find In Your Kitchen
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8 Effective Home Remedies You Can Find In Your Kitchen

We're all familiar with the aches and pains that come with getting older, but did you know that many of them can be prevented by eating the right foods? A diet rich in antioxidants is essential for fighting against the daily damage that we put our bodies through, and luckily, a wide variety of foods are naturally high in antioxidants, including: This is just a small selection of the many foods that can help you prevent common aches, pains and illnesses that you may experience as you get older. Next time you're in your kitchen, check the ingredients of your favorite foods to see how many antioxidants they contain!

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Turmeric-ginger tea as a natural cold remedy

Turmeric and ginger are two of the most common ingredients in Indian cooking, but did you know that you can also use them to treat colds and other common illnesses? When you're feeling under the weather, this simple home remedy can help you get back on your feet in no time. Ingredients You'll Need: - 1 teaspoon of turmeric powder - 1 teaspoon of fresh ginger root, grated - Warm water How to Make It: - Mix the turmeric and ginger with a little water to create a paste. - Add the paste to a mug of warm water and leave to steep for 5 minutes. - Drink 3 times a day to reduce inflammation and ease the symptoms of colds and flu.

Cinnamon, honey and cayenne pepper powder throat lozenge

Colds and sore throats are among the most common illnesses we experience as we get older. Luckily, there are many natural remedies that can help to fight the symptoms and speed up the healing process. This home remedy is one of the easiest and most effective you will ever find! Ingredients You'll Need: - 2 tablespoons of honey - ¼ teaspoon of ground cayenne pepper - ¼ teaspoon of ground cinnamon How to Make It: - Mix all the ingredients together in a bowl. - Once the ingredients are thoroughly combined, take a teaspoon and fill it with the mixture. - Place the filled teaspoons in a tray and leave the tray in the fridge to harden. - When the mixture has hardened, remove the lozenges from the tray and store them in an airtight container for future use.

Onion and garlic paste for aches and pains

If you have ever experienced a muscle strain or minor injury, then you have probably found that certain over-the-counter painkillers don't always provide enough relief to get you back on your feet. If this is the case, you can help to reduce the pain and speed up the healing process by applying this simple home remedy. Ingredients You'll Need: - 2 chopped onions - 3 cloves of garlic, chopped How to Make It: - Place the chopped onions and garlic in a small bowl and cover with a generous amount of water. - Leave the mixture to soak for 2 hours. - After 2 hours, use a sponge to remove the water from the bowl. - Place the sponge in a sealed container and leave it to cool completely before storing it in the fridge.

Baking soda + coconut oil foot soak to relieve foot pain

If you spend a lot of time walking, running, or standing on your feet, aching feet can be a common occurrence. This home remedy is easy to make and will help to reduce the pain in your feet and make your shoes more comfortable to wear. Ingredients You'll Need: - 2 tablespoons of baking soda - 2 tablespoons of coconut oil How to Make It: - Mix the baking soda and coconut oil together in a bowl. - Fill a foot spa or large bowl with warm water and add the mixture. - Soak your feet in the foot spa for up to 30 minutes to enjoy pain-relieving benefits.

Apple cider vinegar rinse for shiny, soft hair

Your hair is often neglected when it comes to caring for your skin, but this home remedy can help to add extra shine and hydration to your hair, as well as making your hair look shinier and healthier. This is perfect if you have colored hair and are looking for a cheap and easy way to keep your hair healthy and looking its best. Ingredients You'll Need: - 1 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar How to Make It: - Mix the apple cider vinegar with 1 cup of water. - Place the mixture in a spray bottle and spritz it through your hair after washing it. - Leave the mixture in your hair to dry naturally. - Once your hair has dried, you will find that it has increased hydration, shine, and softness.

Sugar + cinnamon foot scrub to fight foot odor and promote healthy feet

If you have ever worn a pair of shoes without socks, you will have likely noticed that your feet start to smell after a few hours. This is because your feet naturally produce bacteria as a result of sweating, which is why it is so important to keep your feet clean and healthy. Here is a simple home remedy to fight foot odor and promote healthy feet. Ingredients You'll Need: - 2 tablespoons of brown sugar - ¼ teaspoon of ground cinnamon How to Make It: - Mix the brown sugar and cinnamon together in a bowl. - Apply the scrub to your feet and rub it in gently before rinsing it off.

Milk and banana face mask for dry skin

Skin can often become dry and sensitive as we get older, especially during the winter months, when heating in the house can dry out the air and leave our skin feeling uncomfortable. This simple home remedy can help to increase hydration and nourish dry skin, making it feel and look healthier. Ingredients You'll Need: - 1 ripe banana - 1 cup of milk How to Make It: - Mash the banana in a bowl. - Add the milk to the banana and mix well to create a paste. - Place the mixture on your face and neck. - Leave the mask on your skin for up to 20 minutes. - Remove the mask using a warm, wet towel and pat your skin dry.

Conclusion

The kitchen is often overlooked as a source of natural remedies, but there are so many simple ingredients that can help to relieve minor aches and pains, cleanse and moisturize the skin, and so much more. So, next time you're in the kitchen, keep an eye out for these ingredients, and you may find a few new home remedies to try out! Don't forget to share this article with your friends and family to help them benefit from these home remedies as well!

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  • Justice G (Author)2 years ago

    Let me know what i should write about next :)

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