Remove odor from clothes

To remove persistent odor from your clothing, add a half cup of white vinegar to the washer after the detergent, and run the machine as usual. Acetic acid neutralizes odor compounds.

Soothing mosquito bites

To stop bug bite from itching, just dab a small amount of liquid laundry detergent on the itchy area using a cotton ball. The chemicals in the detergent will dry the bite reducing irritation.

Relieve diarrhea

In case of diarrhea, make yourself a cup of black tea and add 1/2 tsp of sugar. The tannins in tea reduce intestinal irritation and absorption of toxins. Hot water helps you rehydrate and sugar restores electrolytes.

Drain veggies faster

If your vegetables are taking forever to drain in a colander, just place a sealed zip bag, filled halfway with water, on top of them. The weight of the bag will help to press out any extra water from your veggies.

Soggy fried food

To prevent fried food underside from getting soggy while sitting on paper towel, place a cooling rack between the pieces and the towel. Holes in the grate allow the oil to drip off the food keeping it crispy all over.

Revive a cutting board

If the surface of your cutting board looks dull, just moist it with a coat of mineral oil (not cooking oil, which turns rancid) to rehydrate it and fill gaps. Repeat the process every 2 to 3 months.

Cutting bacon strips

To prevent raw bacon fat from sticking together, making difficult your job with the knife, just place bacon in the freezer for about 15 minutes before slicing it. Hard slices will chop effortlessly and evenly.

Keep cheese fresh

Place cheese in a plastic bag and add 1 sugar cube for every 2 oz cheese before storing it. Sugar absorbs moisture and will prevent mold from growing on its exterior.