did you know??

Jasmine - posted on 06/11/2011

Or antiperspirant. Takes the poison out. It works, even on yellowfly bites!

Kim - posted on 10/07/2009

I dilute Listerine in a spray bottle and use it as a bug repellent. I have what is called "sweet blood"- meaning all the bugs come after me first! This works great- and you smell minty fresh :)

Bobby - posted on 10/07/2009

got warts on your fingers? take a old holey white sock and rub it on each one and then wear the sock for 30 minutes take it off go into the woods and throw it over your right shoulder without looking back to see where it lands and within a few days the warts will be gone. it really works i used to have them on my fingers and toes and i tried it when compound w didn't work and they have been gone for years now.

Kimberly - posted on 10/07/2009

Quoting tara:

Colloidal silver is natures super antibiotic and will help any sort of infection.

Also works on raw meat to kill any bacteria and saves it from spreading aroud the house. We use it on dog food!

Kimberly - posted on 10/07/2009

an over abundance of ear wax can become impacted and can result in a bad case of vertigo

Erin - posted on 10/06/2009

To ease swelling due to bee stings, rub half of a fresh onion on sting site(s). It worked for my sister after she was stung about 6-7 times by a bumblebee. She didn't smell the best (unless you like raw onion smell) but the swelling went down fast. My mom has also used it on wasp stings although it's not quite as effective.

Kate CP - posted on 10/06/2009

Quoting Jenn:

If you have super baked on crud on pots and pans... Fill with hot water and a dryer sheet allow to soak for a while...will now scrub off easily!!

Denture cleaner also works really well. It got baked on lasagna off my casserole pan. :D

Carrie - posted on 10/06/2009

Quoting Jenn:

If you have super baked on crud on pots and pans... Fill with hot water and a dryer sheet allow to soak for a while...will now scrub off easily!!

I'm gonna try that right now! It was too funny that u posted this now as i'm looking at my dishes.

~Jennifer - posted on 10/06/2009

If you have super baked on crud on pots and pans... Fill with hot water and a dryer sheet allow to soak for a while...will now scrub off easily!!

Angie - posted on 10/02/2009

The best treatment I've found for very dry skin or diaper rash is Bag Balm-at type of cow udder cream. Some Walmarts carry it but the easiest place to find it is in a feed store

Louise - posted on 10/02/2009

to remove little foren objects (lash, dirt ect) from little eyes use your ring. Any ring with an even surface (like a wedding band) will do. Run the inside of your ring over the childs closed eye, starting by the nose and finishing at the outside corner. Because the ring and eyeball are roughly the same shape the ring will push whatevers in the eye to the corner.

Jodi - posted on 10/02/2009

Thanks Susan, I just went to check the Used By Date on mine, and couldn't find one on it at all!! I needed this tip, because my step-son has the pale red-head complexion and burns VERY easily.

Susan - posted on 10/02/2009

Sunscreen expires after one year. I learned this the hard way when I ended up with a four month old with blisters on her face. Not so much an old wives tale, but I didn't know it at one point in time.

Jodi - posted on 10/02/2009

Lavender & peppermint oil on the temples will help tension headaches.



A cold compress on the back of the neck can also relieve headaches - it depends what is causing it, but a lot of headaches are due to the neck being put out, so it's worth a try - it works a lot of times.

Helen - posted on 10/02/2009

to get rid of chewing gum from clothes just put it in the freezer overnight and pick it off when it is frozen. Also put pillow and soft toys in the freezer for 24 hours to kill all dust mite (good for asthema sufferers)

Jocelyn - posted on 10/02/2009

Quoting Helen:

when a child bumps their head, a cold flannel on it straight away gets rid of swelling and bruising.

hair spray gets rid of crayon on walls!

hair spray also works on getting pen off of leather furniture :)

Donna - posted on 10/02/2009

I received an email from a close friend and thought that I would share this - I have not tried them but thought it might fit into this conversation.



Uses for WD-40:

Here are some other uses:



1. Protects silver from tarnishing.

2. Removes road tar and grime from cars.

3. Cleans and lubricates guitar strings.

4. Gives floors that 'just-waxed' sheen without making them slippery.

5. Keeps flies off cows.

6. Restores and cleans chalkboards.

7. Removes lipstick stains.

8. Loosens stubborn zippers.

9. Untangles jewelry chains.

10. Removes stains from stainless steel sinks.

11. Removes dirt and grime from the barbecue grill.

12. Keeps ceramic/terra cotta garden pots from oxidizing.

13. Removes tomato stains from clothing.

14. Keeps glass shower doors free of water spots.

15. Camouflages scratches in ceramic and marble floors.

16. Keeps scissors working smoothly.

17. Lubricates noisy door hinges on vehicles and doors in homes.

18. It removes black scuff marks from the kitchen floor! Use WD-40 for those nasty

tar and scuff marks on flooring. It doesn't seem to harm the finish and you won't

have to scrub nearly as hard to get them off. Just remember to open some

windows if you have a lot of marks.

19. Bug guts will eat away the finish on your car if not removed quickly! Use WD-40!

20. Gives a children's playground gym slide a shine for a super fast slide.

21. Lubricates gear shift and mower deck lever for ease of handling on riding mowers..

22. Rids kids rocking chairs and swings of squeaky noises.

23. Lubricates tracks in sticking home windows and makes them easier to open.

24. Spraying an umbrella stem makes it easier to open and close.

25. Restores and cleans padded leather dashboards in vehicles, as well as vinyl

bumpers.

26. Restores and cleans roof racks on vehicles.

27. Lubricates and stops squeaks in electric fans.

28. Lubricates wheel sprockets on tricycles, wagons, and bicycles for easy handling.

29. Lubricates fan belts on washers and dryers and keeps them running smoothly.

30. Keeps rust from forming on saws and saw blades, and other tools.

31. Removes splattered grease on stove.

32. Keeps bathroom mirror from fogging.

33. Lubricates prosthetic limbs.

34. Keeps pigeons off the balcony (they hate the smell).

35. Removes all traces of duct tape.

36. Folks even spray it on their arms, hands, and knees to relieve arthritis pain.

37. Florida 's favorite use is: 'cleans and removes love bugs from grills and bumpers.'

38. The favorite use in the state of New York , WD-40 protects the Statue of Liberty

from the elements.

39. WD-40 attracts fish. Spray a little on live bait or lures and you will be catching the

big one in no time. Also, it's a lot cheaper than the chemical attractants that are

made for just that purpose. Keep in mind though, using some chemical laced baits

or lures for fishing are not allowed in some states.

40. Use it for fire ant bites. It takes the sting away immediately and stops the itch.

41. WD-40 is great for removing crayon from walls. Spray on the mark and wipe with

a clean rag.

42. Also, if you've discovered that your teenage daughter has washed and dried a tube

of lipstick with a load of laundry, saturate the lipstick spots with WD-40 and

rewash. Presto! The lipstick is gone!

43. If you sprayed WD-40 on the distributor cap, it would displace the moisture and

allow the car to start.



P. S. The basic ingredient is FISH OIL.

Debbie - posted on 10/02/2009

if you got hair dye on your clothes put hairspray on then was comes off straight away



instead of buying febreese use a squirty bottle with some fabric softner in and 1 pert fabric softner to 3 parts water spray away



also if you dry out a baby wipe or a tuble dryer sheet soak it in fabric softner then squeeze then pop ontop of or behind your radiator and everytime you put the heating on will also make your house smell lovely

Kimberly - posted on 10/02/2009

Quoting Kimberly:

did you know??

Join me in posting any kind of useless or useful information. Noone knows everything and we all could use a little more info. Feel free to post anything that you think other people didn't know..i.e. old wives tales that accually work, home remedies, fun facts, etc.

This is wonderful!! Keep it coming , I know that you have already helped me and most likely the other 6 million members of this site! Invite your friends to join in!!

Dorothy - posted on 10/02/2009

if u have a stain from juice/or such, dampen with a cloth - sprinkle baking soda on top. let sit for just a few minutes even and then wipe clean with your cleaning rag. cleans the spot right off...pour baking soda down your kitchen drain, then pour vinegar (or even pop) and it unclogs the drain! a natural cleanser! instead of the ones with all the harsh chemicals...was awesome when i found out all that!

Debora - posted on 10/02/2009

ALVERA GEL ON A BURN NO BLISSTERING,ALSO PREVENTS INFECTIONS . WD40 KEEPS SQUEEKY DOORS FROM MAKING SOUNDS,IT ALSO TAKES FRESH INK OR GYM OUT OF CARPET.

Melissa - posted on 10/02/2009

Handcream makes a great static cling reducer in a pinch. I use fabric softner sheets in the dryer but by the time I get to work, I have static on my pants again. No fabric softener sheets at work but I always carry hand cream. Works like a charm!

Helen - posted on 10/02/2009

also, if your baby has really bad nappy rash, get an egg white and whisk it for a while untill its runnyish, but not to runny, and apply it to the nappy rash. dont know how, but it works. my daughter suffered for days and it got to the point where she couldnt sit down and nothing worked, egg white does!

Helen - posted on 10/02/2009

when a child bumps their head, a cold flannel on it straight away gets rid of swelling and bruising.

hair spray gets rid of crayon on walls!

Jeanette - posted on 10/02/2009

Your spit will get your own blood out of clothes.... Works best for small spots.

Helen - posted on 10/02/2009

Quoting Kate:

When a dog yawns it's usually not out of boredom or tiredness-it's a sign of stress.

Children can hold their poop in for days even after receiving laxatives, suppositories, and enemas.

Baby wipes take red Jell-O out of white carpet. I was so happy to find that one out!

baby wipes get rid of everything! my daughter was always s sicky baby and puked alot! when we were goin out for a meal she puked all over me and i didnt have anything else to wear, quick wipe with a baby wipe and no more stain, no more smell! genius!

Kristen - posted on 10/02/2009

if your kid has an earache, take half an onion warm it up in the microwave, wrap it in a slightly damp paper towel and have the kid hold it to its ear. I know, it stinks, and they'll definitely need a shower afterwards, but it works.



For any kind of bug bite, go to a health food store, get activated charcoal, pour a capsule or two into a slightly damp paper towel and fold it inside (don't let it lea and get on your clothes, it stains bad) and hold it on the bite, it draws out the poison. my dad used it on a brown recluse bite and it worked, saved a lot of money in hospital bills.

Kristen - posted on 10/02/2009

if your kid has an earache, take half an onion warm it up in the microwave, wrap it in a slightly damp paper towel and have the kid hold it to its ear. I know, it stinks, and they'll definitely need a shower afterwards, but it works.



For any kind of bug bite, go to a health food store, get activated charcoal, pour a capsule or two into a slightly damp paper towel and fold it inside (don't let it lea and get on your clothes, it stains bad) and hold it on the bite, it draws out the poison. my dad used it on a brown recluse bite and it worked, saved a lot of money in hospital bills.

Shandy - posted on 10/02/2009

If you put liquid soap on a cotton ball and rub it on the back of a tick (with the head in the skin) it will come out! A q-tip might work too.

Jennifer - posted on 10/02/2009

Quoting Jodi:

Quoting Carrie:

Quoting Jodi:

Quoting Carrie:

If you put vicks on a mosquito bite it takes out the itch also

where do i get that paw paw?

So does putting some spit on them....I know that sounds gross but it works.

Paw paw ointment is awesome - it is and antiseptic, draws pus out of infection and will help draw out splinters if put on a bandaid over the infected sites.  Works on nappy rash too.  I don't go anywhere without it.  It has been a sworn remedy in our family since at least my grandmother!

 

Carrie, I am not sure where you are.  The one I buy I can just purchase at the supermarket, but I am in Australia and the brand I buy (Lucas' Pawpaw Ointment) is Australian made. But I am sure you can get it elsewhere, surely?  It really is fantastic.  You know those scrapes the kids get that they won't let you scrub clean?  They are happy for you to put this stuff on with a bandaid......and I've never had an infection of a dirty scrape.  It keeps it "clean" from the germs, and is a natural product.

In the US, there's an ointment called a drawing salve (don't remember the medical name).  It works the same way.  It smells really nasty, but it'll "draw out" anything like a splinter.  My mom got some when I had a cactus plant fall on me and we couldn't get all the tiny spikes out of my hand.  We just smeared the salve on and put a band aid over it and they came out on their own.  Just go to the pharmacy counter at your local store (I know we ended up getting ours at WalMart.) and ask them where to find a drawing salve.

Liz - posted on 10/02/2009

Quoting Jenn:

Fabric softener sheets (dryer sheets) can be used like 'magic erasers' to take pencil or crayon off walls, and scuff marks off tile, linoleum, wood or vinyl floors.

Thank you Jenn for this info.  I'm going to have to try it because I use the Mr Clean Magic Erasers and most of the time it works, but when there is only primer on the walls, the eraser takes the primer off too.

Lyssa - posted on 10/02/2009

If a child has a splinter but wont let you near them with tweezers of needle (for the deep ones), put a spot of white glue over the splinter. When the glue dries, peel it off and almost 100% of the time the splinter comes out with it!

~Jennifer - posted on 10/02/2009

Fabric softener sheets (dryer sheets) can be used like 'magic erasers' to take pencil or crayon off walls, and scuff marks off tile, linoleum, wood or vinyl floors.

Kate CP - posted on 10/02/2009

When a dog yawns it's usually not out of boredom or tiredness-it's a sign of stress.

Children can hold their poop in for days even after receiving laxatives, suppositories, and enemas.

Baby wipes take red Jell-O out of white carpet. I was so happy to find that one out!

Tara - posted on 10/02/2009

Colloidal silver is natures super antibiotic and will help any sort of infection.

Lisa - posted on 10/02/2009

Hydrogen Peroxide will take blood stains out of any fabric except silk & satin.

Jodi - posted on 10/02/2009

Quoting Carrie:

Quoting Jodi:

Quoting Carrie:

If you put vicks on a mosquito bite it takes out the itch also

where do i get that paw paw?

So does putting some spit on them....I know that sounds gross but it works.

Paw paw ointment is awesome - it is and antiseptic, draws pus out of infection and will help draw out splinters if put on a bandaid over the infected sites.  Works on nappy rash too.  I don't go anywhere without it.  It has been a sworn remedy in our family since at least my grandmother!

 

Carrie, I am not sure where you are.  The one I buy I can just purchase at the supermarket, but I am in Australia and the brand I buy (Lucas' Pawpaw Ointment) is Australian made. But I am sure you can get it elsewhere, surely?  It really is fantastic.  You know those scrapes the kids get that they won't let you scrub clean?  They are happy for you to put this stuff on with a bandaid......and I've never had an infection of a dirty scrape.  It keeps it "clean" from the germs, and is a natural product.

Teresa - posted on 10/02/2009

If your child falls and gets a Goose egg bump on his forehead with a nasty bruse...put vicks on it when they go to bed and the next morning it will look like nothing ever happened!! not kidding...thought grandma was nuts..but it really worked!

Carrie - posted on 10/02/2009

Quoting Jodi:

Quoting Carrie:

If you put vicks on a mosquito bite it takes out the itch also

where do i get that paw paw?

So does putting some spit on them....I know that sounds gross but it works.

Paw paw ointment is awesome - it is and antiseptic, draws pus out of infection and will help draw out splinters if put on a bandaid over the infected sites.  Works on nappy rash too.  I don't go anywhere without it.  It has been a sworn remedy in our family since at least my grandmother!

Jodi - posted on 10/02/2009

Quoting Carrie:

If you put vicks on a mosquito bite it takes out the itch also

So does putting some spit on them....I know that sounds gross but it works.

Paw paw ointment is awesome - it is and antiseptic, draws pus out of infection and will help draw out splinters if put on a bandaid over the infected sites.  Works on nappy rash too.  I don't go anywhere without it.  It has been a sworn remedy in our family since at least my grandmother!

Carrie - posted on 10/02/2009

If you put vicks on a mosquito bite it takes out the itch also

Holly - posted on 10/02/2009

that if you invert the bowl of a spork it's called a "foon" and the little poping sound it makes when you turn it back into a spork is called a "spack"



tee hee hee... comletely useless, I know, but my 7 year-old loves facts like this that she can take to school and tell everyone! :P

Christa - posted on 10/02/2009

that most laundry detergents have crushed fiberglass in them.....this is what is used to break up the stains on our clothes? So when you think you are having an allergic reaction, really the crushed glass is rubbing up against your skin.

Jenny - posted on 10/02/2009

baking soda formed into a paste helps get bee stingers out

Chasity - posted on 10/02/2009

That you can use peroxide to disinfect toys, it's not as harsh as bleach and just as affective. It also cures toe funus, for all the hubbies out there!

Louise - posted on 10/02/2009

that rubbing vicks on babys feet befor bed time helps relieve cold symptoms

Kimberly - posted on 10/02/2009

that if you put toothpaste on a mosquito bite it takes the itch out