BY SAMANTHA WRIGHT
HEALTH
1 Teeth
Rinse your mouth with undiluted lemon juice to reduce toothaches and stop bleeding gums.
2 Throat
Gargle lemon water to fight a throat infection.
3 Digestion
Sip lemon juice to relieve constipation and eliminate toxins.
4 First-Aid
Disinfect minor cuts with a few drops of undiluted lemon juice.
5 Skin Irritation
Alleviate itching and soothe a rash by applying undiluted lemon juice.
6 Canker Sores
Accelerate the healing process of canker sores. Mix undiluted lemon juice with lukewarm water, and rinse your mouth. Repeat three times daily, until no longer needed.
7 Motion Sickness
Suck on a lemon wedge to reduce nausea.
HOUSEHOLD
8 “Pit” Stains
Eliminate underarm stains by mixing equal parts lemon juice and water. Scrub the stained area to make the garment clean and fresh.
9 Chrome
Rub chrome faucets with halved lemons to remove mineral deposits and add shine. Rinse and dry with a soft cloth.
10 Metals
Clean brass, copper, and stainless steel with a lemon juice paste. Simply combine undiluted lemon juice and baking soda. Coat the tarnished item with the paste, and let it sit for five minutes. Rinse with warm water, and polish dry.
11 Pots
Rub dull aluminum cookware with a halved lemon. Buff and brighten with a soft cloth.