Want To Learn About The 4 Common Household Items Everyone Should Have?

Ryan Young — Tue, 16 Feb 2016 12:03:42 +0000

When it comes to your everyday health, there are some super simple things you can do that are inexpensive and you just might already have around the house.

The four items listed are in no particular order. They are however super powerful. I use each of these on a regular basis and best of all they won’t break the bank. In other words, they are fairly inexpensive.

I am a pretty simple person when it comes to health and nutrition. I believe in following the basics and not complicating things. That’s probably why I am so passionate about Calisthenics. Because it’s just easy and simple and best of all it works, if you work it.

The same can be said for these four household items. There are no sexy packaging or fancy mainstream commercial advertising. They are things that have been around since, who only knows for how long, but they work, are effective and as I mentioned before, cheap.

A word of caution, I usually try to buy each of these in an Organic form, meaning, not chemically treated and as close to Mother Nature as humanly possible. Again that is just a preference.

The four simple but powerful items are:

1) Baking soda

2) Apple cider vinegar

3) Salt (Sea Salt or Himalayan Salt or Epsom Salt)

4) Coconut oil

Each of these are incredibly helpful when it comes to your health both on the inside and outside of your body.

Baking soda – $3

Baking soda has got to be one of the most under-appreciated household items that exist on the planet.

It can be used as a deodorizer, cleaner, freshener, and scrub, here is a list of some of its uses:

Health Uses	In the Home	In Cooking	Cleaning Purposes
Use it as an antacid.	Keep cut flowers fresh longer by adding a teaspoon to the water in the vase.	Use it as a substitute for baking powder by mixing with it with cream of tartar or vinegar.	Add a cup to the toilet, leave it for an hour, and then flush. It will clean the toilet and absorb the odor.
Use it as underarm deodorant by applying it with a powder puff.	Put out small fires on rugs, upholstery, clothing, and wood.	Wash fruits and vegetables with it.	Use it to scrub sinks, showers, plastic and porcelain tubs
Mix half a teaspoon with peroxide paste and use it as toothpaste.	Put an open container of baking soda in the fridge to absorb the odors.	When boiling a chicken, add a teaspoon of baking soda to the water. Feathers will come off easier, and the flesh will be clean and white	Spray it on walls, mirrors, and countertops.
Use it as a face and body scrub.	Sprinkle it on your ashtrays to reduce bad odor and prevent smoldering.	Soak dried beans to a baking soda solution to make them more digestible.	Add a spoonful to your dishwasher to make scrubbing dishes easier.
Add a cup to bathwater to soften your skin.	Sprinkle it on your slippers, boots, shoes, and socks to eliminate foul odor.	Remove the distinctive taste of wild game by soaking it in a baking soda solution.	Remove grease from pots and pans.
Relieve skin itch from insect bites and pain from sunburn.	Turn baking soda into modeling clay by combining it with one and 1/4 cups of water and one cup of cornstarch.	Make a sports drink by mixing it with boiled water, salt, and favorite natural juice.	Dry clean carpets and upholstered furniture by sprinkling baking soda over the fabric and gently brushing it. Leave it for an hour or overnight, then vacuum.
Remove strong odors from your hands by rubbing them with baking soda and water.	After feeding your baby, wipe his shirt with a moist cloth sprinkled with baking soda to remove the odor.	Remove the fishy smell from your fillets by soaking the raw fish in a baking soda solution for an hour inside the fridge.	Boost your laundry detergent’s cleaning power by sprinkling a handful on dirty clothes.
Put two tablespoons in your baby’s bathwater to help relieve diaper rash.	Wipe your windshield with it to repel rain.	Make fluffier omelets by adding half a teaspoon of baking soda for every three eggs used.	Combine it with water to make a paste for polishing stainless steel and chrome.
Apply it on rashes, insect bites, and poison ivy irritations.	Improve the smell of dishrags by soaking them in baking soda and water.	Reduce the acid content of your tomato-based recipes by sprinkling them with a pinch of baking soda.	Remove scratches and crayon marks from vinyl floors and walls.
Take a baking soda bath to relieve skin irritations	Suck it in with your vacuum cleaner to remove the odor.		Clean your shoes with it.
Heartburn? Take a teaspoon of baking soda mixed with one-half glass of water.	Freshen the air by mixing baking soda with your favorite perfumed bath salts. Put the mixture in small sachet bags.		Clean garbage cans with it.
Freshen your mouth by gargling half a teaspoon of baking soda mixed water.	Restore stiff brushes by boiling them in a solution of 1/2 gallon of water, 1/4 cup of vinegar, and a cup of baking soda.		Use it to wash diapers.
Relieve canker sore pain by using it as mouthwash.	Put it under sinks and along basement windows to repel cockroaches and ants.		Clean the fridge with it.
Use it to relieve bee stings.	Scatter baking soda around flowerbeds to prevent rabbits from eating your veggies.		Soak brushes and combs in a baking soda solution.
Use it to relieve windburns.	Sweeten your tomatoes by sprinkling baking soda on the soil around your tomato plants.		Mix it with water to wash food and drink containers.
Apply it on jellyfish sting to draw out the venom.	Sprinkle it onto your cat’s litter box to absorb the bad odor.		Put three tablespoons of baking soda to a quart of warm water, then use the mixture to wash marble-topped furniture.
Unblock stuffy nose by adding a teaspoon of baking soda to your vaporizer.	Sprinkle it on your pet’s comb or brush to deodorize their fur and skin.		Absorb it with a damp sponge, then clean Formica countertops with the sponge
			Use it to get rid of stale odors from cooling containers and thermos bottles.
			Run your coffee maker with a baking soda solution, then rinse.
			Combine with hot water to clean baby bottles
			Sprinkle it on barbecue grills, then rinse it off.
			Scatter it on your greasy garage floor, scrub the floor, and rinse.
			Remove burned-on food from a pan by soaking it in a baking soda solution for 10 minutes before washing.
			Clean your ashtrays with a baking soda solution.
			Keep your drains clean by putting four tablespoons of baking soda in them each week. Flush it down with hot water.
			Clean your shower curtains by soaking them in baking soda and water.
			Put it on a small brush to rub canvas handbags clean.
			Use it to remove melted plastic bread wrapper from a toaster. Sprinkle baking soda on a damp rug, then use the rug to clean the toaster.
			Use it to clean your retainers and dentures.
			Make a thick paste of baking soda and water, and used it to scrub enameled cast iron and stainless steel.
			Mix four tablespoons of baking soda with a quart of warm water, and use it to clean the inside part of an oven.
			Use it to unclog gas stoves.

I personally use Bob’s Red Mill Baking Soda, but good old-fashioned Arm & Hammer baking soda works just fine.

The fact that baking soda is so cheap and you usually only need a small amount. It’s by and far the deal of the century.

I absolutely love Baking Soda.

Apple Cider Vingear – $3

Another incredible household item, is Apple Cider Vinegar. Nowadays you can find this in just about every mainstream store, supermarket, health store, and even convenience stores like 7-11 or even the local store at the gas station may carry this handy-dandy miracle elixir.

Be forewarned it does smell, but you get used to it, and the health, beauty ,and around the house benefits far outweigh any slight smell.

Apple Cider Vingear is so potent that a little bit goes along way, here are just a handful of things you can do with this great little liquid:

For Your Health	Around the House	Beauty Treatment
Add to your morning smoothie, but be careful—it has a pretty strong taste, so add a little to begin.	DIY Apple Cider Vinegar All-Purpose Cleaner: 1 part water, 1 part ACV, 2-3 drops of your favorite essential oil. Mix in a spray bottle.	Get rid of acne—mix one part ACV to 3-4 parts water. Apply to skin with a cotton pad, let it sit for about 10 minutes, then rinse. Repeat three times a day.
Helps with upset stomach—holds antibiotic properties and pectin which soothe the stomach. Try this “Digestion Mocktail” with ACV and ginger.	Stop cats from biting cords around the house—rub a bit on a cotton ball and onto the cord every 4-5 days.	Use as a facial cleanser to boost the pH of your skin
Get rid of hiccups—the sour taste of a straight teaspoon can stop hiccups.	Make a fruit fly trap—Put a thin layer of ACV in a cup with a drop of dish soap. Set it out on the counter and the fruit flies will (hopefully) fly in and get stuck.	Add to bath water to relieve the redness and pain of sunburn
Clear a stuffy nose by mixing a teaspoon in a glass of water and drinking.	Get rid of cat urine smell—add it to the laundry when you wash the clothing, blanket, etc.	Reduces buildup on the scalp
Get rid of bad breath—add ½ Tablespoon to a cup of water, and gargle for 10 seconds at a time until the cup is empty.	Use as a natural disinfectant cleanser	Helps in the removal of warts
Use apple cider vinegar to soothe a sore throat. Mix 1/4 cup ACV with 1/4 cup of warm water and gargle every hour.	Use it to wash windows and leave a streak free shine and clean scent	Skin toner for blemishes
Beat exercise exhaustion—lactic acid buildup in the body causes fatigue, while the amino acids in ACV act as an antidote. Add a tablespoon to a glass of water after a workout.	Use it to deter cats from having accidents they won’t go where they smell vinegar.	Use ACV in your bath. Add ½- 1 cup to your bath water along with Epsom salts and lavender essential oil for a relaxing and detoxifying bath.
Fight yeast infections—add 1 ½ cup to a bathtub of water and soak for 20 minutes.	Use it as a natural deodorizer	Use as a hair rinse to fight dandruff and add body and shine
Create shiny, untangled and dandruff-free hair by adding 1/3 cup ACV to 4 cups of water and pour over your hair after shampooing. Leave on for a few seconds and rinse with cold water.
Use it as a teeth whitener by gargling with it every morning. The vinegar helps remove stains and kill bacteria in the mouth and gums.
Soothe sunburn with apple cider vinegar by massaging into the affected area.
Wart removal—place a cotton pad soaked in ACV on top, and secure it with a bandage. Leave on overnight, repeating for a week.
A Tblsp each morning along with a Tblsp of blackstrap molasses in some warm water. seems to help with allergies

Salt – Sea Salt or Himalayan Salt or Epsom Salt – $1 to 5

In our house we personally use Himalayan Salt, but that’s really because it’s readily available and costs only 3 euros at our local supermarket. But you could just as easily buy sea salt and get 1 kilo for 1 euro or $1. That will go a long way. I use it to help get rid of bad foot smell with a cup of vinegar and 1 cup of salt in hot water. This mixture is also great for sore muscles. Just soak them until the water gets cold.

Salt seems to have the some cleaning characteristics that baking soda has, here are some great and easy things you

In The Kitchin	Cleaning	Laundry	Around the House	Personal Care
Add to boiling water. Many people think that adding salt to water on the stove will make it boil quicker. It isn’t true! But, salt does make water boil at a higher temperature, thus reducing cooking time.	alt works as an effective yet gentle scouring agent. Salt also serves as a catalyst for other ingredients, such as vinegar, to boost cleaning and deodorizing action. For a basic soft scrub, make a paste with lots of salt, baking soda and dish soap and use on appliances, enamel, porcelain, etc.	Attack wine spills. If your tipsy aunt tips her wine on the cotton or linen tablecloth, blot up as much as possible and immediately cover the wine with a pile of salt, which will help pull the remaining wine away from the fiber. After dinner, soak the tablecloth in cold water for thirty minutes before laundering. (Also works on clothing.)	Deter ants. Sprinkle salt at doorways, window sills and anywhere else ants sneak into your house. Ants don’t like to walk on salt.	Extend toothbrush life. Soak toothbrushes in salt water before your first use; they’ll last longer
Set poached eggs. Because salt increases the temperature of boiling water, it helps to set the whites more quickly when eggs are dropped into the water for poaching.	Clean sink drains. Pour salt mixed with hot water down the kitchen sink regularly to deodorize and keep grease from building up.	Quell oversudsing. Since of course we are all very careful in how much detergent we use in our laundry, we never have too many suds. But if…you can eliminate excess suds with a sprinkle of salt.	Extinguish grease fires. Keep a box of salt near your stove and oven, and if a grease fire flares up, douse the flames with salt. (Never use water on grease fires; it will splatter the burning grease.) When salt is applied to fire, it acts like a heat sink and dissipates the heat from the fire–it also forms an oxygen-excluding crust to smother the fire.	Clean teeth. Use one part fine salt to two parts baking soda–dip your toothbrush in the mix and brush as usual. You can also use the same mix dissolved in water for orthodontic appliances.
Test egg freshness. Put two teaspoons of salt in a cup of water and place an egg in it–a fresh egg will sink, an older egg will float. Because the air cell in an egg increases as it ages, an older egg is more buoyant. This doesn’t mean a floating egg is rotten, just more mature. Crack the egg into a bowl and examine it for any funky odor or appearance–if it’s rotten, your nose will tell you. (Bonus fact: if you have hard boiled eggs that are difficult to peel, that means they are fresh!)	Remove water rings. Gently rub a thin paste of salt and vegetable oil on the white marks caused by beverage glasses and hot dishes, on wooden tables.	Dry clothes in the winter. Use salt in the final laundry rinse to prevent clothes from freezing if you use an outdoor clothes line in the winter.	Drip-proof candles. If you soak new candles in a strong salt solution for a few hours, then dry them well, they will not drip as much when you burn them.	Rinse your mouth. Mix equal parts salt and baking soda in water for a fresh and deodorizing mouth rinse.
Prevent fruits from browning. Most of us use lemon or vinegar to stop peeled apples and pears from browning, but you can also drop them in lightly salted water to help them keep their color.	Clean greasy pans. Cast-iron skillets can be cleaned with a good sprinkling of salt and paper towels.	Brighten colors. Wash colored curtains or washable fiber rugs in a saltwater solution to brighten the colors. Brighten faded rugs and carpets by rubbing them briskly with a cloth that has been dipped in a strong saltwater solution and wrung out.	Keep cut flowers fresh. A dash of salt added to the water in a flower vase will keep cut flowers fresh longer. (You can also try an aspirin or a dash of sugar for the same effect.)	Ease mouth problems. For cankers, abscesses and other mouth sores, rinse your mouth with a weak solution of warm salt water several times a day.
Shell nuts. Soak pecans and walnuts in salt water for several hours before shelling to make it easier to remove the meat.	Clean stained cups. Mix salt with a dab of dish soap to make a soft scrub for stubborn coffee and tea stains.	Remove perspiration stains. Add four tablespoons of salt to one quart of hot water and sponge the fabric with the solution until stains fade.	Arrange artificial flowers. Artificial flowers can be held in place by pouring salt into the vase, adding a little cold water and then arranging the flowers. The salt becomes solid as it dries and holds the flowers in place.	Relieve bee sting pain. Ouch? Immediately dampen area and pack on a small pile of salt to reduce pain and swelling. More bee-sting tips here.
Prevent cake icing crystals. A little salt added to cake icings prevents them from sugaring.	Clean refrigerators. A mix of salt and soda water can be used to wipe out and deodorize the inside of your refrigerator, a nice way to keep chemical-y cleaners away from your food.	Remove blood stains. Soak the stained cloth in cold saltwater, then launder in warm, soapy water and boil after the wash. (Use only on cotton, linen or other natural fibers that can take high heat.)	Make play dough. Use 1 cup flour, 1/2 cup salt, 1 cup water, 2 tablespoons oil and 2 tablespoons cream of tartar. Stir together flour, cream of tartar, salt and oil, and slowly add water. Cook over medium heat stirring frequently until dough becomes stiff. Spread onto wax paper and let cool. Knead the dough with your hands until it reaches a good play dough consistency. (Read about juice dyes here.)	Treat mosquito bites. A saltwater soak can do wonders for that special mosquito-bite itch–a poultice of salt mixed with olive oil can help too.
Remove odors from hands. Oniony-garlicy fingers? I like soap and water, then rubbing them on anything made of stainless steel (it really works), but you can also rub your fingers with a salt and vinegar combo.	Clean brass or copper. Mix equal parts of salt, flour and vinegar to make a paste, and rub the paste on the metal. After letting it sit for an hour, clean with a soft cloth or brush and buff with a dry cloth.	Tackle mildew or rust stains. Moisten stained spots with a mixture of lemon juice and salt, then spread the item in the sun for bleaching–then rinse and dry.	Repair walls. To fill nail holes, fix chips or other small dings in white sheetrock or plaster walls, mix 2 tablespoons salt and 2 tablespoons cornstarch, then add enough water (about 5 teaspoons) to make a thick paste. Use the paste to fill the holes.	Treat poison ivy. Same method as for treating mosquito bites. (Salt doesn’t seem to distinguish between itches.)
Reach high peaks. Add a tiny pinch of salt when beating egg whites or whipping cream for quicker, higher peaks.	Clean rust. Mix salt and cream of tartar with just enough water to make a paste. Rub on rust, let dry, brush off and buff with a dry, soft cloth. You can also use the same method with a mix of salt and lemon.	Clean a gunky iron bottom. Sprinkle a little salt on a piece of paper and run the hot iron over it to remove rough, sticky spots.	Deter patio weeds. If weeds or grass grow between bricks or blocks in your patio, sidewalk or driveway, carefully spread salt between the cracks, then sprinkle with water or wait for rain to wet it down.	Have an exfoliating massage. After bathing and while still wet give yourself a massage with dry salt. It freshens skin and boosts circulation.
Extend cheese life. Prevent mold on cheese by wrapping it in a cloth moistened with saltwater before refrigerating.	Clean a glass coffee pot. Every diner waitress’ favorite tip: add salt and ice cubes to a coffee pot, swirl around vigorously, and rinse. The salt scours the bottom, and the ice helps to agitate it more for a better scrub.	Set color. Salt is used commonly in the textile industry, but works at home too. If a dye isn’t colorfast, soak the garment for an hour in 1/2 gallon of water to which you’ve added 1/2 cup vinegar and 1/2 cup salt, then rinse. If rinse water has any color in it, repeat. Use only on single-colored fabric or madras. If the item is multicolored, dry-clean it to avoid running all of the colors together.	Kill poison ivy. Mix three pounds of salt with a gallon of soapy water (use a gentle dish soap) and apply to leaves and stems with a sprayer, avoiding any plant life that you want to keep.	Ease throat pain. Mix salt and warm water, gargle to relieve a sore throat.
Save the bottom of your oven. If a pie or casserole bubbles over in the oven, put a handful of salt on top of the spill. It won’t smoke and smell, and it will bake into a crust that makes the baked-on mess much easier to clean when it has cooled.			De-ice sidewalks and driveways. One of the oldest tricks in the book! Lightly sprinkle rock salt on walks and driveways to keep snow and ice from bonding to the pavement and allow for easier shoveling/scraping. But don’t overdo it; use the salt sensibly to avoid damage to plants and paws.
			Tame a wild barbeque. Toss a bit of salt on flames from food dripping in barbecue grills to reduce the flames and calm the smoke without cooling the coals (like water does).

Coconut Oil – $5 to 9

I love coconut oil especially when it comes to cooking. It’s great to replace your traditional cooking oils because it can has a high “smoke point.” According to the website Dr Gourmet, “The “smoke point” is the temperature at which, when heated, an oil will begin to smoke. The smoke point of coconut oil is actually quite low by comparison to other oils. Unrefined coconut oil smokes in the range of 350° F. That’s about the same as butter or lard. A more refined coconut oil would have a higher smoke point (just above 400° F). ”

Personally I use a coconut oil that I purchase from iHerb.com because its super high quality, well-priced, and ships straight to my door tax-free and they only charge $4 for shipping. The brand I like is made by, Jungle Products, Beyond Organic Coconut Oil, 14 oz (397 g). I like to buy oils in glass bottles, because I don’t want leeching of the container into the oils that I buy. But that’s just me.

There are a ton of uses for coconut oil, here is a small list:

Health	In the Kitchen	Around the House
All-Natural Bug Spray Combine a half cup of coconut oil with 10 drops of tea tree oil into a spray bottle. Close the lid, shake the bottle and then spray this natural formula directly onto skin to keep pesky bugs at bay.	Coffee Flavor Booster-Quickly emulsify one tablespoon of coconut oil into your favorite coffee or espresso for a sweet coffee creamer. Keep the oil in a small pour bottle in your office so you can easily add flavor to your afternoon brew.	Homemade Aromatherapy Combine coconut oil with your favorite blend of essential oils, then dab on your temples and the back of your neck.
Bug Bite Soother If a mosquito or other insect chewed you up, use coconut oil to calm irritated skin. Apply a small amount of oil to the bite(s) and surrounding area to alleviate itch and burning.	All-Natural Salad Dressing Combine three quarters of a cup coconut oil with a quarter cup pineapple juice, half cup pineapple and half cup macadamia nuts. This dressing is sweet and nutty and can be enjoyed over greens or a dessert base–like vanilla ice cream! Try your own variation to create your favorite dressing.	Easy Lotion Bars Heat coconut oil, beeswax and essential oils over medium heat. When melted and combined completely, pour into a mold (like ice cube trays) and let it sit until it becomes firm. Then, rub the lotion on your body to moisturize skin.
Natural Massage Oil Combine a cup of liquefied coconut oil with an essential oil (like lavender, mint or lemon) or a combination of oils in a plastic bottle and shake to combine. Then massage the scented oil onto your skin (or have someone do it for you!).	Quick Sauté This oil is stable and can withstand high heat without smoking.	Makeup Brush Cleaner Coconut oil is perfect for cleaning the oil-based makeup from your beauty brushes. Rub a small amount into the brush and rinse thoroughly with water then lightly pat them dry with a soft towel.
Remove Earwax Warm coconut oil in the microwave for a few seconds until it becomes a liquid. Test the temperature with your finger and make sure it's warm, not hot. Fill a dropper with half to one tablespoon of the oil; tilt your head to your right shoulder and drip oil into your left ear, letting it sit for 10 minutes. Then, tilt head upright and rinse all of the oil out with warm water. Dry your ear with a towel and then repeat on the other side.	Healthier Baked Treats Coconut oil is a healthier alternative to oils that are typically in baked goods.	Gum Remover Coconut oil may help remove gum from hair, carpet and many other places it doesn’t belong.
Calm Dry Skin If you suffer from dry patches of skin, apply coconut oil to those areas first and allow it to absorb into your body. Then, apply as a moisturizer for your whole body as often as needed for soft, smooth, hydrated skin that glows.	Cooking Ingredient Swap out other oils in dishes and add in coconut oil instead.	Furniture Polisher Coconut oil can give a protective shine to some furniture. Test it on a hidden area of the material first to make sure it doesn’t damage the wood.
Repair Damaged Hair Moisturize your strands by using coconut oil as an all-natural deep conditioner. Simply add oil to wet, clean hair when you’re in the shower and allow it to absorb into your scalp for a few minutes. Then rinse the “conditioner” out, dry hair and style as usual.	Thickening Agent in Recipes Add coconut oil to recipes to thicken sauces without using dairy.	Soften and Shine Leather Goods Rub coconut oil on your leather items to soften and moisturize the surface so it shines again.
Soothe Sunburn Apply the oil to burned skin for relief as often as needed.	Energy Booster Swallow a tablespoon of coconut oil when you’re in need of a pick-me-up for a boost without the sugar or caffeine-fueled crash.	Dish Soap Use coconut oil when washing dishes to help remove food that’s stuck.
Moisturize New Tattoos Gently rub a small amount onto the areas of a fresh tattoo.	Healthy Nut Butter Process nuts with coconut oil for a smooth and creamy texture in nut butters.	Unstick a Zipper Touch the zipper’s teeth with a dab of coconut oil and zip back and forth a few times to release the resistant area.
Reduce Blemishes Apply coconut oil topically as needed to control blemishes.	Egg Substitute Substitute coconut oil for eggs in a recipe. This is the perfect swap in dessert recipes.	Degrease Hands If your hands are covered in grease or motor oil, use coconut oil to dissolve the grease so you can clean your hands.
Help Soothe Eczema Apply coconut oil topically daily to help soothe the pain and itch of irritated skin at dry patches. Talk to your doctor about whether this home remedy is best for your eczema; discontinue use if your skin condition worsens.	Butter Swap Substitute for butter in cooking. Use a similar amount of coconut oil in place of butter for a better-for-you difference you can taste.	Get a Stuck Ring off Your Finger If your ring is stuck, simply rub some coconut oil along the finger where the band is and wiggle the ring until it comes off.
Fast Night Cream Ditch pore-clogging heavy creams and upgrade to a thin layer of hydrating and replenishing coconut oil as a nighttime facial moisturizer.	Toast Topper Instead of using butter, shake up the taste of your morning meal by adding a smear of coconut oil.	Shoe Polisher Make dull, scuffed-up shoes shiny again by applying coconut oil to a rag and rubbing it on the shoes for a nice sheen.
Overnight Foot Moisturizer Massage coconut oil into feet and put on a pair of socks to hydrate dry, rough skin while you sleep. When you wake up in the morning, your feet should feel soft and smooth.	Popcorn Flavoring This is a healthier alternative to butter and gives the popcorn a new flavor.	Remove Soap Scum Get pesky soap scum off of your tub, shower walls, doors and handles by applying a thin layer of coconut oil to the scum and letting it sit for 10 to 20 minutes before wiping away with the rough side of a moistened sponge.
Fight Oily Skin With a Face Mask Combine two tablespoons of coconut oil with two teaspoons of apple cider vinegar and apply to skin. Let the mask sit for a few minutes, then rinse off with warm water and pat skin dry with a towel.	Lengthen Egg Shelf Life Coat the shell of an egg with coconut oil to prolong its freshness in your fridge.	Condition Wooden Cutting Boards Make your cutting boards last longer by conditioning them. Simply wipe down the cutting board with a damp towel and then dry it. Rub some coconut oil into the board using a soft cloth, and then let it sit for 10 to 15 minutes. Buff the board with a fresh cloth after.
Hydrate Dry Skin With a Face Mask Combine two tablespoons of coconut oil, two teaspoons of honey and one teaspoon of almond milk and apply to your face. Let the mask sit for a few minutes, then rinse off with warm water and pat skin dry with a towel.	Add Thickness to Smoothies Combine one tablespoon of coconut oil to your smoothie ingredients to add texture, taste and an energy boost to your shake.	Oil Door Hinges Hush annoying, squeaky doors by oiling door hinges with some dabs of coconut oil.
De-Puff Skin With a Face Mask Combine two tablespoons of coconut oil with two tablespoons of espresso, two tablespoons of natural cocoa and one tablespoon of lemon juice (for oily skin), or one tablespoon of honey (for dry skin). Apply to your face, let it sit for a few minutes, then rinse off with warm water and pat skin dry with a towel.	Frying Pan Greaser Replace cooking spray with coconut oil when coating pans and trays for cooking and baking. This will add flavor and prevent food from sticking to the pan.	Remove Stubborn Stickers and Labels When you want to remove a pesky price sticker from a container, or something sticky is stuck on your rug, try coconut oil to help get rid of the tackiness or glue. Test it out on a small surface if you’re applying to furniture fabric or carpet to make sure the coconut oil won’t leave a stain behind.
Address Discolored Skin With a Face Mask Combine two tablespoons of coconut oil with a half cup of pumpkin pulp and apply to face. Let the mask sit for a few minutes, then rinse off with warm water and pat face dry with a towel.	Fast Chocolate Bars Combine cocoa powder, coconut oil, salt, honey and vanilla extract over heat and spread onto a baking sheet. Let cool and enjoy for a healthier alternative to a milk chocolate candy bar.	Polish Metal Faucets Use coconut oil to polish faucets by applying a few drops to a soft cloth and then rubbing onto the metal surface. Let it sit for a few minutes, then buff the faucet with a clean cloth until it shines.
Face Exfoliator Combine a half cup coconut oil with two tablespoons of brown sugar and gently apply to face in circular motions. Rinse with warm water.	Keep Cast-Iron Cookware Seasoned It’s important to season a cast-iron pan with a protective coating to keep it in good working order. Swap out vegetable oil or shortening and use coconut oil instead.	Dust Buster Applying a thin layer of oil will help repel dust from surfaces, making them easier to wipe down in the future. Test a small amount of coconut oil on the surface of your shelves and furniture first to make sure it won't stain
Natural Lice Remedy Rinse head with apple cider vinegar and comb through with a fine lice comb. Once hair is dry, apply coconut oil all over and let sit for 12 to 24 hours. Wash the comb thoroughly, then comb through again and wash with shampoo.	Healthy Mayonnaise Replace vegetable oil with coconut oil for a mayonnaise that contains good-for-you fats.
Repair Overworked Hands Washing dishes? Cleaning the house? Rub one tablespoon of coconut oil into your hands before you begin and another tablespoon when you’re finished for soft hands.	Homemade Soup Enjoy the flavors of coconut by melting this oil in a pot as a starting ingredient for sou
Exfoliate Your Entire Body Combine one cup of coconut oil with a half cup brown sugar, two teaspoons of honey and a few drops of your favorite essential oil. Gently rub over entire body to remove dead skin. Rinse off with warm water and gently pat your skin dry.
All-Natural Lotion Combine one cup coconut oil, two teaspoons of almond oil, and two drops of your favorite essential oil. Apply to your body once a day to hydrate skin, as you would lotion.
Treat Cuts Apply a small amount of coconut oil to a cut or scrape and the surrounding area. The oil contains antioxidants that studies in mice have shown may help cuts heal faster.
Frizz Fighter Spray liquid coconut oil on damp hair and cover with a shower cap. Leave on for an hour or two and shampoo. This natural beauty method may help prevent frizz.
Diminish Frizz on the Go Apply a small amount of coconut oil to ends and throughout dry hair before using heated tools and styling in an attempt to fight frizz before it starts. Bring a small spray bottle with you to tame frizz as it occurs throughout the day.
Hide Dandruff Apply half cup of coconut oil to your scalp and roots, and then distribute it evenly throughout hair, all the way down to the tips. Let the oil sit for at least five minutes before rinsing and shampooing.
DIY Vapor Rub Combine coconut oil with peppermint essential oil and apply it to your chest and throat area.
Shine Enhancer Apply coconut oil to hair in the shower. Allow to sit for three to five minutes. Rinse and shampoo. Coconut oil helps protect your hair from everyday elements and gives it a shine boost.
Diminish Dark Under-Eye Circles Rub a small amount of coconut oil beneath your eyes to help diminish the look of dark circles.
Kick Bad Breath Hold a tablespoon of coconut oil in your mouth until it melts and swish it around for fresh, clean breath.
Stop Split Ends Minimize the amount of split ends you get by applying coconut oil to the ends of wet hair.
Enhance Eyelashses Combine one tablespoon coconut oil with one teaspoon lemon juice and one drop lavender oil. Clean an old mascara tube and brush, then add this oil mixture to the empty tube. Apply the oil to lashes one to three times daily for clean and polished lashes.
Lip Balm Apply coconut oil to your lips in place of lip balm, as needed. The nourishing properties can create smooth, kissable lips.
Soothe Nursing Mother’s Nipples For sore nipples, apply coconut oil at night under loose clothing for relief.
Reduce Appearance of Cold Sores Apply coconut oil to the affected area as often as needed to diminish the sore’s redness and inflammation.
Sore Throat Soother Gargle with a combination of one tablespoon coconut oil, one teaspoon apple cider vinegar and one tablespoon warm water to help alleviate scratchy, sore throats.
Simple Shaving Cream Using an immersion blender, whip up some coconut oil in a bowl or pot to use as a shaving cream. This natural shaving cream can help restore skin’s moisture.

Notable Mentions

Oregano Oil

Oregano oil is one of those little natural health remedy secrets. It’s a natural anti-viral solution, and a little bit can go a long way. All you need is a couple of drops and wow this can help with a host of issues. You might want to Google this as this post is already quite long. But trust me, this can help with so many issues. I personally use this when I feel a little bit down to boost my immune system. I add 3 drops, along with Grapefruit Seed Extract, Propolis, Echinacea, and Vitamin D oil in a glass. I mix a small dose of water to dilute because oregano oil runs hots and can burn if you do not dilute. Make sure to get mediterranean with a high level of oregano (organium vulgare) not diluted. They sometimes mix with olive oil, which reduces the effects of the oregano oil.

Tea Tree Oil

This is a staple in my medicine cabinet and I use a couple of drops as an everyday mouthwash. Tea Tree oil like oregano and coconut oil are anti-viral. And best of all you can find this in just about any store. If you are going to use this internal make sure you find a tea tree oil that is made for internal digestion.

Well there you go 4 every day household items that are super-charged to help you in a host of issues.

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