There are a ton of items in everyday use which we can apply to common ailments and save ourselves a trip to the pharmacy.
| Ingredient | What’s it good for? | How does it work? | Best to use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Green teabags | Inflammation, puffy eyes | Tannins and caffeine | Steeped, then cooled |
| Apple cider vinegar | Mouth ulcers | Antibacterial | Dilute 2 parts water to one part ACV and swab |
| Frozen peas | Swelling | Cooling | Wrap in a tea towel and place on injury |
| Baking soda | Foot fungus | Antifungal | Mix 1/2 cup baking soda in a large bowl of warm water and soak feet for 15mins a day |
| Cucumber | Bad breath bacteria | Phytochemical | Hold a slice of cucumber against the roof of the mouth with your tongue for 30 seconds |
| Turmeric | Sore throat | Anti-inflammatory and antioxidant | Eat fresh, with other dishes or make a warm drink with milk, honey or other spices |
| Ginger | Stomach complaints, bloating | Blocks brain receptors | Steep and drink as tea or eat fresh |
| Avocado | Inflammation, skincare | Antioxidants | Eat fresh or add to smoothies, mash and use as a mask |
| Oats | Eczema, skin irritation | Anti-inflammatory | Add to a warm bath or add to a face mask |
