27th March 2009
Cold and flu season may be coming to an end, but summer colds are somehow worse than anything you get in the height of winter cold and flu season. Add to that the pain and discomfort of a stuffy nose, and the fact that colds always strike at night when th...
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25th March 2009
After your lovely summer day, you will hopefully be left with wonderful memories. All too often, you're left with a little more personal reminder of your fun in the sun: mosquito bites. Mosquito bites are annoying, but typically not serious unless the m...
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24th March 2009
Dessert mix is a very versatile staple to have in your pantry for those times when you get unexpected visitors. Dessert mix not only saves you time but money as the desserts that you create will look and taste like you spent a lot of time and effort into ...
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11th March 2009
Each year in the United States alone, more than 2.4 million people suffer from burns caused by accidents within their homes. Most of those burns are not severe enough to warrant medical treatment but that does not mean they don't have the power to cause p...
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03rd March 2009
Dry skin, a common complain in this world of dry, central-heated, air-conditioned environment, has no real cure. But skin can be made softer and smoother by employing a few home remedies for dry skin.
Soap can be harsh on the skin, so using a mild soa...
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03rd March 2009
Gas can be not only uncomfortable, but embarrassing as well. You will be happy to know that not only are there simple steps that you can take to avoid the problems, there are several home remedies for stomach gas treatment once the problem has arisen.Init...
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03rd March 2009
There are many old stomach remedies that still have value for us today. Stomach pain and upset frequently results when the lining of the stomach has become irritated. Many plants are well known for their ability to soothe the stomach.
In the famous Cu...
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02nd March 2009
Pain relief through topical application of ointments is both an old idea and cutting edge medical science. The suspension of drugs into an emollient mixture provides a convenient way to deliver medications to patients; however, it does just as effective a...
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28th February 2009
Most people aren't familiar with double strength vanilla extract, but it's definitely an ingredient worth seeking out. The richness and depth of flavor that it provides to baked goods or candies or to beverages is simply not found with regular extracts or...
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23rd February 2009
I wish I could actually call this "my" vanilla frosting recipe, but when you've got something that works so well, why reinvent the proverbial wheel??? Pillsbury's The Complete Book of Baking is one of the best general cookbooks around for pies and cookie...
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23rd February 2009
Low fat desserts have a bad reputation -- either they're plain ol' fruit, which does not count as dessert, or they have no flavor at all. Better to skip dessert than to eat some of the low fat desserts we've had in the past, huh???
Well, I'm here t...
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20th February 2009
Coconut pie is a delicious dessert because its light, delicate flavor is sweet without being overpowering. This refreshing dessert is a favorite any time of the year, no matter which variant you make. There are many different kinds of coconut pie, and dep...
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19th February 2009
Coconut pudding may not be the most common of desserts in the United States, but it is a delicious treat that can lend an exotic flavor to any meal without any difficulty or fuss.
Here are some great coconut pudding variations from around the world: ...
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18th February 2009
Coconut cream pie recipes are a great way to make a dessert that's easy but looks impressive. Even coconut cream pie recipes that are all from scratch can be assembled in under an hour, and if you use some time-saving tricks you can cut that down in half...
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18th February 2009
Many people hate the idea of cleaning ceramic tile, but love the look. The grout in ceramic tile can collect a buildup of stains and dirt that is difficult to keep clean. It is a lot easier to keep your ceramic tile clean if you use the right products...
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