by Rena Cook | Jul 2, 2014 | Health Tips, Tips
Oatmeal can work wonders for skin that has been treated roughly. Boil some oats in water, and then let it cool down, until it is lukewarm. The quantity of the oats depends on the skin area that you have to cover. Take a damp cloth or damp gauze and spread some boiled...
by Rena Cook | Feb 19, 2014 | Health Tips, Tips
Cinnamon is much more than the sweet smelling spice we use in our cooking and baking. Did you know that cinnamon is rich in antioxidants, is anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory? Cinnamon sticks, powder and cinnamon oil have so many uses, you will be surprised....
by Rena Cook | Feb 3, 2014 | Health Tips, Tips
Hangnails are painful and can easily get infected. Many people bite them or pull them off. They usually come off attached to a piece of healthy skin, and this small wound is an open door to harmful bacteria. Hangnails usually form when the skin is allowed to dry, and...
by Rena Cook | Jan 15, 2014 | Health Tips, Tips
Cinnamon is used mainly to flavor various dishes and desserts. It is also available in the form of essential oil, and it is also used in the preparation of a beverage. Studies have shown that a teaspoon of cinnamon a day can lower blood sugar levels in people with...
by Rena Cook | Nov 4, 2013 | Health Tips, Tips
Do you have a very active sweet tooth and your waistline seems to be expanding accordingly? Here is a trick that may help you conquer this craving. Put one teaspoon baking soda in a glass of warm water. Stir until the soda dissolves. Rinse your mouth with the...
by Rena Cook | Oct 21, 2013 | Health Tips, Tips
A sore throat can be dealth with, with this simple yet effective way. In half a glass of water, add 5 drops essential oil of geranium. Gargle for 5 – 6 minutes taking care not to swallow the mixture. You can gargle with the mixture up to three times a day. The...
