Mar
19
home remedies for tooth whitening
March 19, 2008 | 5 Comments
In the past, the only option that people have if they want to have their teeth whitened is to have an appointment with their dentist. Since most of them are not too eager to visit their dentist, they always set the appointments aside for a later date. In the end, they just forget about the […]
Feb
24
benefits of roses
February 24, 2008 | Leave a Comment
Health stores enjoy the benefits of the rose market. It is widely known that rose hips are high in Vitamin C. Rosehips are the ‘fruit’ that develops once the petals have fallen off the rose flower, about the size of a cherry, and similar in taste to a cranberry. Indeed there are many […]
Jan
22
benefits of natural insecticides
January 22, 2008 | Leave a Comment
Many insect fighting chemicals on the market are the same basic ingredients with just enough variation to allow a different brand name. It’s similar to buying ibuprofen. You can buy many different versions and strengths of it, but it all boils down to the same basic ingredient. Watered down versions can cause […]
Dec
18
lemon juice for the home
December 18, 2007 | 1 Comment
I had a chat with someone on the ship yesterday who was a pet lover. She was sharing with me on the effectiveness of using lemon juice as a natural cleaning agent in the homes.
Oct
11
Cheap Stretch Mark Remedies
October 11, 2007 | 1 Comment
While there are many remedies that you can create at home for stretch marks, many of them are very expensive. There are of course cheaper methods out there that you can make that will help you combat stretch marks that will not break the bank. Below are some inexpensive methods for dealing with these unsightly […]
Sep
7
jojoba oil for softer skin
September 7, 2007 | Leave a Comment
Being a firm believer of natural oils, one of my favourites is the jojoba, known for its moisturizing and lubricating properties, similar to natural skin oil secretions. It is effective in making softening the skin and can be used for all skin types. Thus, making it excellent for eczema, acne, sensitive, blemished and oily skin.
As […]
Aug
22
benefits of sea salt
August 22, 2007 | 1 Comment
I know of a friend who travels with sea salt all the time. Whenever he has a sore throat or throat infection, he’ll gargle a sea salt mixture every hour and that helps to promote relieve and swift recovery. Since he’s a fan of Callaway golf, he golfs around the world with his group of […]
Aug
21
my new mozzie repeller
August 21, 2007 | Leave a Comment
This pest and mosquito repeller promises NO poisons & chemicals which can be harmful to our health and environment. My little three year old is allergic to mozzies and every time when the weather gets humid and hot, he’ll wake up with bites on his legs and fingers. I hate using mosquito incense, insecticides or […]
Jul
3
wonders of aloe vera - pt 1
July 3, 2007 | Leave a Comment
I have a few aloe vera pots in my little garden and sometimes I almost forget that it is one of the oldest remedies known. When the leaf of the aloe vera plant is peeled back, you will find the crystal clear, jelly like juice of the plant which is the reputed ‘healing’ gel. This […]
Jun
13
Salt Glow
June 13, 2007 | 4 Comments
If you want a home remedy for a nice glow on your skin, try this:
Mix 500g of fine salt in enough water to make a slurry. Being with a warm shower and then with water, rub the salt all over the body firmly. Finish with an ice-cold shower. I suggest not doing this in the […]