Home Remedies in Your Kitchen

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When it comes to minor complications, one might very well be able to take care of themselves from a variety of goods located right in your very kitchen. Many traditional mixtures have medicinal value. Remember, however, these are for minor ailments; you must consult your doctor for other serious illnesses. Here are a few traditional home remedies:

1. Acne Face Mask: Combine one avocado, one egg yolks/white and one Tbsp. honey. Eggs are rich in vitamin A and honey kills bacteria cells by dehydrating them. Avocado moisturizes the skin. Egg whites are better if you have oily skin. Whereas egg yolks are preferable to dry skin.
2. Relief for dry hair: Cover your hair with mayonnaise, wrap in plastic wrap and let it sit for an hour. Wash this out thoroughly. The oil in mayonnaise will make your hair soft.
3. Common cold relief: Garlic soup. Garlic has known antiseptic properties. Garlic oil flushes toxins. Also, ginger tea can be used to help heal a cold. Cut ginger and boil it in a tea kettle. Strain the ginger and add sugar or honey. Have a look at this recipe for delicious garlic soup:
4. Stress relief: basil has anti stress agents. It can also be used as a preventative measure. Basil is delicious on top of pasta sauce or on scrambled eggs. Yogurt has been known to relieve stress with its high content of vitamin A, B complex and D. Try a smoothie in the morning or some yogurt with granola and berries for lunch.

There are many more home remedies. This is a guide to get you started.