Many of life's little health niggles and irritations can be solved in seconds, with things you already have in the cupboard. From sticking your tongue out to cure hiccups to using alcohol to cure sweaty feet, here’s a selection of fast fixes to help beat some of your day to day ailments.
1. Stick your tongue out to hiccups.
Hiccups can be funny at first but if a shock or drinking your drink upside down doesn’t stop them, then sticking your tongue out could. Hiccups occur when the diaphragm contracts quickly causing air to be sucked in, which in turn snaps the vocal cord shut and makes the ‘hiccup’ sound. Sticking your tongue out can cure the problem because it stimulates the opening between the vocal cords, which in turn helps stop the spasms.
2. Prevent body odor and bites with your deodorant.
When insects strike we don't always have bite sprays to hand - but there's something else which may be able to help. Rubbing alcohol on the bite can help dry it out and reduce the itch, while deodorant can also immediately relieve any discomfort. That’s because these contain aluminium chloride, which is effective in stopping the pain and swelling associated with mosquito bites.
3. Olive Oil - good for the heart and the skin.
Everyone has Olive Oil in their cupboard and as well as being a must in the kitchen it also has real healing properties for Eczema sufferers. It moisturizes for starters but is also packed with antioxidants that can help soothe flare-ups, when applied directly to the area. It can also help prevent and repair damage that can lead to wrinkles and brown spots.
4. A tea a day keeps puffy eyes at bay.
Puffy eyes can be a real irritation, especially during the summer months, but there are plenty of quick fixes if you're not planning cosmetic surgery. Tea bags are perfect for helping reduce swelling thanks to the natural tannins, which act as an astringent - just make sure you cool them down first!
5. Honey - the perfect sweetener after a burn.
Honey is a real multi-tasker and something we should all have in the cupboard - not least for when we are craving a sweet treat - but it is also a great relief for burns. As well as drawing out fluid, scientists at the University of Auckland, in New Zealand (published by the Cochrane Library) found it encouraged the body to shed old skin and grow new skin in its place.
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