Category Archives: ORGANIC HEALTH & HOME

ORGANIC HEALTH & HOME, TIPS IN ACTION

Ear Infection with a Cold. Tips in Action:

By Tia Cristy

Tips in Action: Ear Infection with a Cold

Problem: Do you have any home remedies to get rid of ear infection during cold?

Tip from Tia: Sad to say, this is becoming a common question this season. Having a cold can be bad, but adding an ear infection into the mix is down right miserable! A great home remedy to relieve the pain while treating the infection is using olive oil. Heat a spoon with warm water. Then pour a small amount of olive oil onto the spoon. Make sure it’s not too hot and drizzle into the ear. (Having a helping hand, while you lay down is easiest) Let the oil run in the canal for a few minutes. Watch your balance before getting up, and have a paper towel close by to catch what runs back out.

Then, use a heating pad throughout the day. Place it behind the infected ear. This will help with swelling and loosen and thin the mucus inside the ear.

Using over the counter medicine? Get one with an expectorant. that will help break up the blockage as well.

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By Tia Cristy

ORGANIC HEALTH & HOME

Get Ink Out of Vinyl Bag

By Tia Cristy

Problem:

Okay Tia, how do I get pen in out of my “leather” (not real) handbag? I’ve tried everything.

Tip from Tia:

Thanks for the question. I’m going to tell you something you probably haven’t tried yet. I know because this works great. Pending upon how long it’s sat or how deep it is, you may see some left behind, but this will get out a bulk of it.

Baking Soda Fixes A Lot

Baking soda can help with all types of things around the house. From cleaning to oral and hair hygiene, a little baking soda can change your daily life.

Mix together baking soda and water to make a thick paste. Apply it to the ink stain and rub it in so it gets in all the cracks and crevices. Let it sit for 5 to 10 minutes while periodically rubbing it in. Wipe down with a damp cloth or towel. The stain will be lighter if not gone. Repeat as necessary.

If residue is stubborn, scrub down with a foaming dish soap and try above method again.

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ORGANIC HEALTH & HOME, TIPS ON TRIGGERS

Need to kick Start Energy. Tips on Triggers:

By Tia Cristy

Tips on Triggers: Need to kick Start Energy.

Sometimes throughout the day we lose energy. Yet, sometimes it’s hard to even find the energy from the start of the day. A good trigger to kick start energy actually starts in the feet.

On the bottom of the foot the “top” of the arch is closest to the toes. So, from the top of the arch go to the half way point, from the top of the arch and the pinky toe.

This spot is where you will find energy. Press and rub area in a circular motion to stimulate a surge of energy to get moving.

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ORGANIC HEALTH & HOME, TIPS IN ACTION

Keep Nose from Drying Out. Tips in Action:

By Tia Cristy

Tips in Action: Keep Nose from Drying Out.

Prevent the nose from drying, cracking and overgrowth of bacteria by swabbing the nostrils with olive oil. Apply olive oil to a cotton swab and gently apply inside the nostrils. Olive oil is an anti-bacterial and anti-fungal, that will help in prevent of overgrowth in the nose.

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ORGANIC HEALTH & HOME

Before You Kick the Heat On.

By Tia Cristy

Before You Kick the Heat On.

So depending what area you are from, you may have gone from air conditioning, straight to heat with these cold snaps. But, usually before you turn on the heat, there’s a couple thing you should do to help in keeping healthy.

If you have force air, take the vents off and run the vacuum hose into the vent to get any close debris out. Start from the top floor and work your way down.

Next, check the main system, take out the filter and vacuum inside as best as you can. Be gentle, especially if you’re not familiar with the system.

Then, replace the filter with a new one, about every 30 days during the heating months. This will keep the house from getting stuffy.

If you have radiators, wipe down as best as possible. Vacuum underneath and if it’s hardwood underneath, be sure to wipe with a vinegar and water mix. Let dry fully before closing the area back up with a cover.

Be sure to bleed the radiators, to get rid of air bubbles in the system and allow it to function more efficient and quieter.    

Making sure the area is clean, dust free, etc. is a good start to a healthier Winter season that will be here soon.

Tia, and TipsfromTia.com  is trying to keep you looking good and
feeling good, from the inside out. If you’ve got a problem or a tip email me!

By Tia Cristy