"Raising kids is like hanging on to a wet bar of soap. Squeeze to tight and they fly away. Hang on to loosely and they fall away."
Randy Carpenter, OH
Wednesday, August 12, 2009
Bug Bites
My girls get terrible welts when bitten by mosquitoes and other bugs. I found that vinegar works great to clear up the bite. I have found it works best if used within 30 minutes of being bitten. Put vinegar on a cotton ball and rub on the bite. Within 30 minutes there is no sign of the bite - no itch - nothing.
To prevent bugs from biting - listerine! Yes, this really works. I dilute it 50/50 with water and put it into a small spray bottle. Spray it all over before you dress the kids and rub it in. Works for hours.
Mosquito repellent for the yard. Garlic. I use a pellet from AG Organics called Dr T's Mosquito repelling granules. It is a natural mix of ingredients and works for about 3 - 4 weeks. Make sure rain is not expected for 24 hours after spreading on the yard.
To prevent bugs from biting - listerine! Yes, this really works. I dilute it 50/50 with water and put it into a small spray bottle. Spray it all over before you dress the kids and rub it in. Works for hours.
Mosquito repellent for the yard. Garlic. I use a pellet from AG Organics called Dr T's Mosquito repelling granules. It is a natural mix of ingredients and works for about 3 - 4 weeks. Make sure rain is not expected for 24 hours after spreading on the yard.
Saturday, August 1, 2009
Honey
Honey is used all over the world for many ailments. The darker the honey, the wider the variety of flowers used in the creation. Here is a short list of uses:
Antibiotic - taken internally it is a natural antibiotic boosting your immune system
Antibiotic - put on cuts and scrapes, it helps heal much faster with less scarring
Cough Suppressant - hot tea with a t. of honey and a t. of lemon is a natural cough suppressant
Sleep Aid - honey has been known, if taken 30 minute before bed to help relax and ease into sleep.
Anticeptic - put on burns it naturally soothes as it aids in healing
Facial Scrub - honey mixed with ground almonds is a wonderful facial scrub
Acne - honey helps heal acne
Dry skin - it is a great lotion for dry patches of skin. Mix 1 teaspoon of honey with 1 teaspoon of olive oil and a 1/2 teaspoon of lemon juice. Apply to hands, elbows, heels of your foot, etc., and wash off after 15 minutes. Fast relieving.
Digestive - For stomach ulcers, gastritis, dyspepsia, etc, 1-2 teaspoons on an empty stomach (½ hour before meals), 1-4 times a day to assist in healing and provide pain relief.
Honey precaution with children under 18 months: http://www.benefits-of-honey.com/honey-and-infant.html
Antibiotic - taken internally it is a natural antibiotic boosting your immune system
Antibiotic - put on cuts and scrapes, it helps heal much faster with less scarring
Cough Suppressant - hot tea with a t. of honey and a t. of lemon is a natural cough suppressant
Sleep Aid - honey has been known, if taken 30 minute before bed to help relax and ease into sleep.
Anticeptic - put on burns it naturally soothes as it aids in healing
Facial Scrub - honey mixed with ground almonds is a wonderful facial scrub
Acne - honey helps heal acne
Dry skin - it is a great lotion for dry patches of skin. Mix 1 teaspoon of honey with 1 teaspoon of olive oil and a 1/2 teaspoon of lemon juice. Apply to hands, elbows, heels of your foot, etc., and wash off after 15 minutes. Fast relieving.
Digestive - For stomach ulcers, gastritis, dyspepsia, etc, 1-2 teaspoons on an empty stomach (½ hour before meals), 1-4 times a day to assist in healing and provide pain relief.
Honey precaution with children under 18 months: http://www.benefits-of-honey.com/honey-and-infant.html
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