Two weeks ago I wrote about
various clever ideas for using orange peels. Today I have some suggestions for spicing up your
life with cinnamon, a very versatile spice that’s not just for baking
snickerdoodles and apple pie.
Just as orange peel can be used as a natural insect
repellant, cinnamon, combined with a couple of other spices, can be used as a
natural moth repellant.
Natural
Moth Repellant
You’ll need small sachet bags (available at craft
stores), 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon, 1/2 cup whole cloves,1/2 cup black
peppercorns.
Mix cinnamon, cloves, and peppercorns together. Fill
sachet bags. Hang bags in closet or place in dresser drawers.
Natural
Athlete’s Foot Soother
Did you know cinnamon is an antimicrobial? If you’re
plagued with athlete’s foot, boil ten sticks in a quart of water. Allow to
cool. Soak your feet for twenty minutes. Dry completely.
Natural
Hair Therapy
Cinnamon also increases blood flow. Some people
believe it helps stimulate hair growth. To give your hair a boost, mix together
1/4 cup honey with 1/4 cup cinnamon. Apply to your scalp and allow to sit for
fifteen minutes. Rinse thoroughly.
Natural Furniture and Floor Repair
You can use cinnamon to hide scuffs in
wooden floors and furniture. Just use a cotton swab to rub some ground cinnamon into
the scratch marks.
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