According to statistics, 9% of people have had to deal with a clogged drain in their sink. 15% of homeowners have trouble fixing backed-up drains. All those things can be managed better with one simple thing — salt.
You’re watching your favorite cooking show when suddenly, the star chef adds a pinch of salt to some jam that is supposed to go in a dessert. You pick up the phone to call and complain, but right then the chef explains. It turns out that adding salt to fruit is a common thing in different cuisines across the world. In Mexico, they like to spice up mango and citrus fruits with salt and chili powder. You can try mango with a shrimp taste in the Philippines and salted watermelon in the Southern states.
Many of us have been focusing on eating less salt and in some cases have ignored it completely because salt is considered bad for our health. Well, this is not all true, after all, salt is an important electrolyte that helps our body work normally. If you have decided to avoid salt, make sure you don’t remove it completely and try to understand how the body will react to this new change.
Not long ago a study came to the conclusion that 99% of the world’s population consumed more salt than what their bodies actually needed to function properly. That means, of course, that on the one hand consumption has to be toned down a little, but also that if we had to name one thing you can find for sure in any household, that’s salt. So if we have to reduce our salt intake and if most of us have salt at home, the best idea is to find other uses for it that aren’t food related. And If you are wondering what those are, well, you might have just landed on the right article.
Autumn is a magical time when the world turns shades of yellow and orange, leaves fall, the air cools, and everything feels cozier. There’s nothing better than a warm cup of tea on a day off, right? Well, maybe some sweet treats to go with it! We’ve put together a list of our favorite autumn desserts that you’ll want to make again once you try them.
Imagine walking down the street, getting a delivery, or hopping into your car when a stranger suddenly seems a little too friendly. While most people have good intentions, it’s always smart to trust your instincts. A simple lie or asking for their identity might help keep you safe if something doesn’t feel right.
Homes often reflect a person's personality, but some take it to unexpected extremes. From peculiar decor choices to strange collections, people have encountered truly bizarre items inside others' homes. These unusual discoveries can range from amusing to downright puzzling, leaving visitors speechless. In this article, we explore some of the most outlandish and eccentric things ever spotted in people's homes.
For some people, the kitchen is the favorite place in the house, while others prefer to stay away from it whenever possible. Nevertheless, we still have to cook. And you can make your life easier and even enjoy your cooking experience if you pick up a few tricks.
Occasional puffiness in various parts of the body is something many of us experience from time to time, often due to factors like temporary fluid retention or minor injuries. However, if puffiness becomes a frequent occurrence, it could indicate underlying issues that require attention. Persistent swelling may be a sign of an imbalance in the body’s systems, such as hormonal fluctuations, chronic conditions like heart or kidney problems, or even certain medications. It’s essential to recognize when puffiness becomes a regular occurrence and to seek medical advice to determine the underlying causes and address any potential health concerns.Content is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for medical advice. Seek guidance from your doctor regarding your health and medical conditions.
Sometimes, we forget to brush our teeth before bed, but don’t worry; everybody has been there. However, the guilt we experience is well-founded because bacteria and leftovers thrive in our mouths. While some of these oral bacteria are healthy, others cause gum disease and cavities. It may surprise you that these issues may persist even if you brush your teeth twice daily. But are you properly taking care of your teeth?Important: This article was created for informative purposes only and isn’t recommended as professional advice. Consult with your doctor for more information on this topic.
My husband and I have been married for a decade, and our adorable daughter just turned six. Things were going great until I stumbled upon a hidden secret that left me feeling angry, resentful, and downright betrayed.
When household chores become too overwhelming, and you feel they’re draining your energy, it’s time to go to Amazon. Take a look at these 10 household items that will make cleaning and cooking a breeze, saving your precious time and nerves. Measuring cups that never get lost, a cleaning brush with a built-in soap dispenser, and a sink corner net that will catch food scraps while keeping your sink clean are just a few gems you will find in this selection. Don’t miss out on these brilliant problem-solvers while they’re still available!
So, you’re hungry, but not quite ready to eat a 3-course meal just yet? How about some instant noodles instead? Ah, the water’s boiled.Your tummy’s rumbling, but there’s a problem. The styrofoam cup’s broken and the noodles are exposed! Wait... Is that a space at the bottom of the cup? Why?
Your cat lady friend has asked you to cat-sit her loves while she’s away for the weekend. You arrive at the house and open the fridge to feed them something healthy like chicken. You notice a bar of chocolate and decide to give it to them as a treat. Wow! That’s a siren! Your friend calls you and yells at you. Turns out she has an alarm system that goes off when there’s any danger to her kitties. You should never ever feed them chocolate!
Now if you step on a sea urchin, you’re going to know right away! Look at those spikes! Get the point? Ha ha, ow! While they’re not aggressive, they’ve got a great defense going against any creatures that want to eat them! Venomous spikes and a poisonous bite! Pick your poison, literally.
Have you ever looked at magicians and thought excitedly, “How is it even possible?” But what if I told you that you could do no worse? All incredible magic tricks have explanations, and some of them are so simple that you can easily repeat them at home to baffle your friends and family members!
In the realm of pregnancy, the anticipation of knowing the gender of one’s baby has always been an exciting moment for expecting parents. Throughout history, people have devised a myriad of unconventional and often bizarre methods to predict whether their little bundle of joy would be a boy or a girl. From peculiar food cravings to peculiar rituals, the human imagination has known no bounds when it comes to uncovering the gender mystery.
Here’s how you can protect your bank card from potential fraudsters. Use a marker and cover the last four digits. You can also use a sticker that’s easy to remove and place it over the security code.
When we look at our planet from space, one color dominates. That’s why Earth is called the Blue Planet. About three-quarters of our world is covered with water. But there’s a catch. Ninety-six point five percent of this water is trapped in the oceans. And if you remember the first time your parents took you to the seaside, drinking that water is a big no-no. So, why is ocean water salty and undrinkable?
Leave it to people wandering on Google Earth to stumble upon the world’s newest — and weirdest — places ever! Like this mysterious pyramid discovered in Antarctica. Soon enough the internet blew up with all sorts of theories regarding this unusual shape. Could it be a sign from a different life form? Is this pyramid indeed natural, or is it man-made? For starters, it’s not the first time we’ve discovered a pyramid in the Antarctic. The first one was observed by the British Antarctic Expedition in the 1910s and kept secret for a long time. Its discovery being kept hidden only added to the mystery. A second such structure was discovered in 2016, which further increased the interest in the matter.
The mystery surrounding ghost towns is hard to ignore. Today, these eerie places serve as a window into the past, offering a glimpse into a time and way of life that has long since disappeared.
It’s breakfast time! You drop a couple of slices of your favorite white bread into the toaster and take care of the avocados that are about to join the bread. Stop right there!
I have a collection of questions you’ve always wanted to know the answers to; let’s go! First, an observation — cookies and baguettes are basically kinds of bread. So, my question is — why, when left outside for the night, a cookie gets soft, and a baguette becomes hard? It doesn’t make any sense.
Soda bottles are always filled in such a way that there’s some space between the liquid level and the cap. That’s because these drinks contain carbon dioxide. This gas can expand if the bottle gets heated. If there’s no air gap in the bottle, it’ll break because of the pressure building inside. Also, when you open your drink, the gasses go out in the form of bubbles. And the drink is likely to overflow. The gap helps with this problem too. (Except if you shake it up first, then open it. No, I’ve never done that.)
The way in which societies have evolved over time is something that simply fascinates us. All the objects we use in our day-to-day lives have a bit of history — even the pencil you’re holding has interesting origins. Keep reading to discover some facts behind common things.
I have to say — it would be hard to visit the biggest waterfall in the world because it’s underwater. Deep down below, there are fissures and caverns on the ocean floor. They form when water oozes through the layers of salt that are beneath it. This water is filled with dissolved salt. This makes it denser than the water surrounding it, which is why it ends up settling into these fissures. Such type of dense water forms a massive waterfall near Denmark. It’s a giant cascade that plummets 11,500 feet. That’s over three times the height of the well-known Angel Falls in Venezuela. So, the colder water of this waterfall sinks after it collides with the surrounding water that’s less dense.
Back in 2018, the biggest active underwater eruption ever happened — at least the one we could officially record. Scientists followed earthquakes that struck the area in the western Indian Ocean off Madagascar. Between 2018 and 2021, over 11,000 earthquakes struck a small island called Mayotte between Madagascar and Mozambique. The strongest one had a magnitude of 5.9. Until then, this area had been pretty peaceful. There had only been two earthquakes recorded over 50 years. Along with regular earthquakes, there were also some unusual seismic hums, like earthquakes at pretty low frequencies, forming deep underground. People couldn’t feel those hums at the surface, but researchers around the world discovered them and realized they were related to volcanic activity no one actually noticed coming.
Apart from being a great food additive and warding off vampires, garlic has cleansing properties that can make things more tolerable around the bathroom. And we can all use that. Freshly crushed garlic cloves contain a variety of antimicrobial properties. Allicin reduces the build-up of bacteria and fungi. The natural cleansing properties of garlic are not only great for the environment, but they can also help you avoid the need to constantly clean the toilet. Simply crush up a piece of garlic and put it into your toilet bowl before you go to bed. The next morning flush the toilet. Allicin has done the grueling task of cleaning the toilet for you. Doing this two times a week will ensure a very clean toilet bowl.
Using old white T-shirts for cleaning might seem like an odd idea, but it’s actually very handy. Because, first of all, white clothes will immediately show dirt during cleaning, and secondly, they are the easiest to wash—just pour bleach on them. The products listed below will also help you transform your space and enjoy your home sweet home.
Fail. Aaagh! What a waste of an hour, running around with a rolled up newspaper trying to get that fly that keeps buzzing around your head. 3 things: why isn’t it afraid of you and why won’t it just fly away? And how is it so incredibly fast? Flies actually have a pretty normal speed for their size. You’re just a bit too slow.A tiny fly brain reacts several times faster than yours to what it sees. 1 second to the fly feels like 5 or 6 to you. When a fly looks at you, it sees you as if you’re hanging out at the bottom of your local pool, moving around really slowly.
If you’re one of those people who love to start their day with coffee — well, first of all, welcome to the club. And secondly, today we’re going to discuss a question you’ve probably asked yourself at least once — is it better to avoid drinking coffee on an empty stomach? Your cup of joe can help you feel more alert and less tired. Plus, caffeine may boost your brain function, mood, and exercise performance if you like working out in the morning. But also, the bitterness of this drink can make your stomach produce more acid.
It should come as no surprise that most things around us seem to have a hidden purpose. Hey, down at the aquarium, they have a hidden “porpoise”, but I digress. Please tell me in the comments if you liked my joke, or about how many of these 26 multi-porpoise thingamabobs you knew about before. It’s cool either way. Let’s go!
The art of cooking is a challenge, as it requires a lot of skill, time, and focus. The ideal goal is to prepare a meal that delights the palate, does not stick to the bottom of the pan, and does not burn. Unfortunately, not all of us do well in the culinary arts, even if we try our best.
We all forget once in a while where we left our keys, if we turned off the stove or if we already put salt in the food. But some people are quite absent-minded, and it’s impossible not to end up comparing them to Dory from Finding Nemo.
Time, indeed, flies fast. At least that’s what science says. As we get older and more familiar with the world, our brain processes moments a lot slower than when we were younger. Thus, precious memories and changes seem to float away in our midst. This might seem true as we reminisce about the past with various pieces of information from the present.
Unpleasant scenarios happen to the best of us; they are just a part of life. The good thing is that we can handle almost all of them if equipped with the right mindset and knowledge. That’s why we tried to cover the most common embarrassing situations and how to overcome them with simple recipes and techniques.
