Apparently I’ve Been Peeling Oranges Wrong My Entire Life. This Is So Good To Know.
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Peeling an orange should be an easy task to do, at least that’s what we all have assumed at some point in our citrus eating lives! However, the sad truth is that most of us have no clue what we’re doing and end up making a big, sticky mess in the process. It turns out that there is a much better way to peel an orange than going in blind. So if you have ever struggled through attempts at peeling one open, you need to see this video.
The accompanying clip shows you exactly how to properly go about peeling a ripe, juicy, delicious orange without making a mess. The method is everything you’d want it to be; quick, easy, efficient, simple. All that you really need is a sharp knife and in less than sixty seconds you’ll be done. This technique will also reduce the chances of getting orange juice sprayed in your eyes, which is always a painful experience that no one ever enjoys.
Here is the best way to peel an orange without making a sticky mess. First, place the orange securely on a flat surface so it sits length-wise. Take a sharp knife and carefully cut off both ends of the orange. Next, make a slit down through the middle, but only cut to the center and then stop. This is key to this trick and you want to still have one piece that’s all in-tact, so don’t cut all the way through the orange!
Now grasp the orange at each side of the slit you just made and pull down sideways to split it neatly open. It should unfold to reveal the delicious inner fruit pieces and now you can remove any seeds or the white part, which is called the pith of the orange, if you don’t like how that tastes. What you’re left with are chunks of orange that you can easily peel off the rind and eat, so chow down and enjoy the fruits of your labor without making a mess!
The next time you reach for an orange be sure to try this technique and definitely check out the video to see how it’s properly done because once you see it, it’ll stick with you forever.
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The Simplest Way To Never Get Poison Ivy Again. This Is Such an Awesome Life Hack.
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From an early age we are taught that certain things need to be avoided in life, and poison ivy should always be at the top of the list of plants to stay far away from. Anyone who spends a lot of time enjoying the great outdoors, whether they’re hiking, working, playing, gardening, or the like, needs to be aware of what poison ivy plants look like. That way when they spot it they can give it a wide berth and avoid the painful, itchy rashes that it can cause.
The terrible rashes caused by poison ivy are never a laughing matter. At a minimum they are itchy and uncomfortable but some people suffer severe reactions and develop blisters that can leave scars or even worse. Tolerance for poison ivy varies from one person to the next, some of us may never experience a reaction to it while others break out without even coming into direct contact with the plant.
The nasty rashes are specifically caused by urushiol, an oily chemical resin that is found in the plant’s stems and leaves. Anything that comes into contact with urushiol picks it up and this is why the rash has the potential to spread so easily. Many times people don’t need to actually touch the plant because other items do, and so when you touch them the oil gets transferred to your skin. For example, if you drive over poison ivy the oil gets on your car tires, then if you touch the tires it gets on your hands and skin, and from there whatever else you touch may end up with urushiol oil on it. Other than tires, the most common items that get contaminated are things like rakes, gardening tools, chainsaws, shoes, and clothing.
While the best way to prevent a poison ivy rash is to avoid the plant in the first place, that’s obviously not always possible! If and when you ever come into contact with it down the line, you need to know this simple trick that can save you a lot of pain and suffering. The information that scientist and wildlife enthusiast Jim Brauker covers will help to minimize the risks and cut down on the odds of you developing the dreaded rash. As you can see in the video, he is actually holding the plant with his bare hands which means there is definitely urushiol all over them. However, he won’t get a rash because he knows the secret to stopping the toxic oil in its tracks!
According to Mr. Brauker, as soon as you know or even suspect that you have come into contact with poison ivy you need to wash the area thoroughly within 2-8 hours of exposure. The sooner you get the oil off, the better, and only use cold water, soap, and a clean washcloth when scrubbing it from your skin.
Using a washcloth is what’s most important here because it gives you the friction that is needed to really scrub, lift, and pick up all the oil off your skin. Without a washcloth or something similar to it, such as a loofah or towel, you can’t effectively remove all the urushiol. Using just your hands and soap only serves to spread the oil around and traces of it will still be left no matter how thoroughly you think you’ve cleaned the area. It doesn’t matter what type of soap you use, anything on hand will work fine. However, only use cold water and never wash with hot water because it opens pores up, which helps allow urushiol into your skin. After thoroughly scrubbing and rinsing the contaminated area, pat it dry with a fresh clean towel and continue to monitor it for any changes, just in case.
Here are some helpful sayings that provide more details on how to identify poison ivy plants. You’ve likely heard of these before, but one may be new and it’s always good to refresh your memory:
“Leaves of three, let them be. Leaves of five, let them thrive.” The first part of this old rhyme helps you to remember how to identify a poison ivy plant. The second half helps to prevent other vine-type plants that look similar to poison ivy from being wrongly associated or confused with it.
“Longer middle stem, don’t touch them.” Out of the three total leaves on a poison ivy plant, the middle one will have the longest stem.
“Hairy vine, no friend of mine.” The vines will have lots of tiny little ‘hairs’ that help it stick to things as it climbs. This is good to know since the leaves die and fall off in the fall/winter, but the stems, roots, and vines can still all give you a rash because they too contain urushiol oil.
Finally, there are other things to look for which include; glossy leaves with either smooth or toothed edges, and in late summer the plants (sometimes, not always) grow white berry clusters.
Please pass these tips on to all of the hikers, gardeners, nature enthusiasts, and other people you know who are likely to run into poison ivy and help them stay safe this summer!
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If You Eat Celery Once Per Day For 7 Days THIS Happens To Your Body
Celery is by far one of the most underrated vegetables. Many people assume that the crunchy green stalks are just full of water and mostly void of any real or substantial nutritional benefit. However, such an assumption couldn’t be further from the truth because celery is packed full of nutrients, vitamins, antioxidants, and all sorts of good stuff that our bodies need to stay healthy.
By simply eating more celery you can bring about many positive changes in your body. For example, studies have shown that by eating celery everyday it can help to protect and strengthen your eyesight and even brighten your eyes, making them appear whiter and more clear. In effect, this also makes you look fresh faced and younger looking. Plus, the better your vision, the less you have to strain your eyes and squint.
Below is a list of the top health benefits that celery has to offer us. The accompanying video covers many of the following but be sure to check it out for even more information on why you should aim to incorporate more celery into your diet.
Anti-Inflammatory- Celery contains particular non-starch types of polysaccharides which are believed to give it anti-inflammatory benefits. It also contains antioxidants which fight against free radical damage, which is a major contributing factor to inflammation and chronic diseases like cancer and arthritis. Furthermore, those who have ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s disease, or other issues with inflammation in their digestive tracts can benefit greatly from eating celery because the antioxidants in it have been shown, and used, to effectively treat those conditions.
Protects and Repairs Damage at the Cellular Level- Celery contains over a dozen different types of antioxidants including flavonoids, vitamin K, and lunularin. These antioxidant nutrients help to naturally relieve oxidative stress and aid our bodies in removing damage causing free radicals, thus providing protection for our cells, blood vessels, and organs against them.
Regulates Body Temperature- Celery’s high water content and naturally present electrolytes help to regulate your body temperature by both hydrating and cooling your body down on a really hot day
Helps Prevent Ulcers- Celery can help prevent ulcers, those tiny painful sores in the stomach or small intestine, from forming because it contains a certain type of ethanol extract that protects the digestive system lining. Studies have shown that celery greatly increases amounts of gastric mucus in the stomach lining which is vital in the protection against ulcers, rips and tears. This is especially true for people who suffer from low or insufficient levels of gastric mucus to begin with.
Helps Prevent Urinary Tract Infections- Celery is like cranberries in this respect because it stimulates urine production while also helping to reduce uric acid levels. This makes it an excellent aid for helping to prevent and fight against UTIs and other bacterial infections in the reproductive and/or digestive tracts.
Helps You Lose Weight- At only 10 calories per stick it’s extremely low calorie, all-natural, and yet still full of vitamins and nutrients. It also helps regulate metabolism and fills you up, thereby reducing your urge to snack afterwards on less healthy options.
In addition, celery has been proven to help lower cholesterol, prevent high blood pressure, and protect our livers against fat build up. It may even help to protect us from certain types of cancers but the research in that area is on-going and more studies in that area are needed. The video goes over all these points in greater detail so check it out and remember to stock up on celery the next time you go to the store!
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She Crushes Aspirin Into a Powder And Puts It Into Her Hair 3x Per Week. The Reason Is Unexpectedly GENIUS!
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Aspirin is something that should be in everyone’s medicine cabinet. Most of us reach for it when we have a headache or fever since it’s quite effective as a general pain reliever. Some people take it to help with their heart problems and to prevent blood clots from forming.
The main active ingredient in it, salicylic acid, is what makes it so effective and useful. While there’s many medicinal uses for aspirin, there are also lots of other non-medical things you can do with it, which this video and article cover. Check it out and see if any of the alternatives could come in handy in your life!
1) Renews and Clears Skin- The salicylic acid in aspirin is like a clear-all for skin since it helps to reduce swelling, redness, and acne by removing oil and dead skin cells that are clogging them. Make a mask by crushing up 5 aspirin tablets, combine them with a ¼ cup of water, and one teaspoon of honey. Leave the paste on your skin for at least 10 minutes before rinsing it off with warm water. You can do this daily, weekly, or monthly to fit your skin’s needs.
2) Reduce Dandruff- Aspirin can help fight dandruff so if you suffer from an itchy, dry, flaky scalp try crushing 2-3 pills into powder and mix it in with your shampoo. Allow the shampoo to sit on your scalp for several minutes before rinsing, this works because the salicylic acid it contains makes it a very strong and effective moisturizing agent.
3) Make Flowers Last Longer- Plants and fresh cut flowers have a tendency to wilt away and they can start to look sad very quickly. That’s because they’re producing ethylene gas as they slowly decay, but if you add a crushed aspirin to the water they’re in, your flowers will last much longer than not.
4) Remove Tough Sweat Stains- Yellowed armpit stains on clothing are unsightly and getting them out can be a real pain, if not impossible, but not if you use aspirin to pre-treat the spots! Combine 5 crushed aspirin tablets with ¼ cup of water and apply this paste to sweat stains. Allow it to work its magic for at least several minutes before rinsing and then wash clothing as you regularly would.
5) Jumpstart a Dead Car Battery- This trick is only for use in case of an emergency and it’s best to check out the video for more information on it. If your car battery ever dies, put at least 2 aspirin per cell into the battery. The salicylic acid in aspirin reacts with the sulfuric acid in the battery, which creates a charge strong enough to get your engine to turn over so you can get to a service station or mechanic. Care should be taken if and when you ever do this because the chemical reaction can produce some nasty, harmful byproducts.
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If You Have a Double Chin That Won’t Go Away, These Simple Exercises Will Get Rid Of It Quickly.
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People go to great lengths in order to keep healthy and fit. At the same time, oftentimes the ultimate goal is to stay looking good. Whether we like to admit it or not, appearances matter a whole lot to many of us. That’s why we turn to expensive treatments, diets, detoxes, fasts, and even surgery to try and improve upon our looks and achieve the optimal results.
When it comes to double chins however, the vast majority of those things are either ineffective or way too expensive. As with many other beauty issues, double chins are often the result of a combination of aging, weight gain, and genetics. But if you are struggling with a chin problem don’t give up hope just yet because there are some things that you can do to lessen, and even get rid of it, altogether.
The key to reducing the appearance of a double chin lies in targeting and toning the neck, chin, and jawline area. If you truly want to feel good about yourself and confident in your appearance then you should do the following exercises once a day for at least two weeks straight. Many people claim that in as little as ten days they saw a noticeable difference, so stick with it and give the face exercises time to work.
Make sure that you follow along to the video to learn the proper ways to do the workout. It’s essential that you don’t clench your jaw or overextend it and at no point whatsoever should you ever feel pain or pressure. If there is any unusual discomfort then you’re doing something wrong and should stop immediately. Also, as with any workout the warm up is the most important part so don’t skip it! There are a total of 5 different movements demonstrated in the video and the name of each one reflects the type of motions you’ll be making.
These actually work and you will see results as to muscle tone, tightness, and an overall reduction in chin size. If you’re serious about making a real change in your appearance, then make it a point to do these daily for the next two weeks and see for yourself how diminished looking your chin will be. In the end, it often turns out that the best path to health, wellness, and beauty is the most simple and all-natural one. Get started tonight with these and pass them along!
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The Health Benefits Of Consuming Apple Cider Vinegar And Honey In The A.M. On An Empty Stomach
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People will go to extremes in order to stay looking good and feeling healthy. They turn to diets, fasts, detoxes, special exercise programs, and even surgery to try and achieve their optimal mind, body, and health. The vast majority of these things are either passing fads or prohibitively expensive to pursue. Oftentimes it turns out that the best path to health and wellness is a more simple and all-natural one. If you truly want to feel good and purify your body from the inside out you should do the following; drink apple cider vinegar-honey water first thing in the morning.
This recipe for apple cider vinegar and honey infused water is an easy way to cleanse your body at its basic cellular level. Apple cider vinegar works wonders for our bodies because it’s alkaline, which helps maintain our pH balance. The more processed and refined foods you consume, the poorer your diet and more acidic your body becomes. Acidity is linked to a number of health problems such as inflammation, joint and muscle pain, infections, fatigue, nausea, digestive issues, and more. One of the top best things you can do to restore and balance your body’s pH is to drink raw apple cider vinegar regularly. In addition to being alkaline, it contains amino acids, antioxidants, and minerals like manganese, potassium, iron, and magnesium.
Honey is also a wonderful detox agent for our systems because it helps us stay regular by increasing urine flow, which in turn flushes and cleanses our kidneys. This leads to better water balance and toxins being removed from your body more regularly. Raw unprocessed honey also improves immunity because it contains various enzymes, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants which all make us stronger and healthier. Plus, it has natural anti-bacterial properties, and the antioxidants in it fight off free radicals and limit the damage they cause.
If you wish to drink to your health, then you’ll want to make this drink. It will reduce joint pain and inflammation, aid in digestion, increase energy, treat a sore throat and conquer stinky breath, it even supports weight loss! Not only is it something that just about everyone can manage to do, it’s affordable too! Here’s the ingredients and directions on how to make the simple health tonic:
1 Teaspoon Apple Cider Vinegar
1 Teaspoon Pure Natural Honey
1 Cup of Water
1. Combine all of the ingredients in a glass and mix them together well.
2. Allow it to rest for a minimum of 20 minutes and then drink it before you eat any breakfast, on an empty stomach. Make sure to drink plenty of water throughout the day as it will help to further flush out toxins from your body.
For this recipe try to use both apple cider vinegar and honey that is labeled as raw, all-natural, unfiltered, and organic. Essentially, the purer and less refined the ingredients, the better they are for you. Overall, the benefits of drinking apple cider vinegar honey water are too good to ignore. The simple drink is easy to gulp down and will leave you feeling fresh and ready to take on the day. Please spread this healthy drink recipe and pass this information along to let your friends and loved ones know how they can naturally clean out their systems and feel good. Try it for yourself and see what a difference it can make in your life!
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