Ingredients: 4 cups (500g) all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon salt 1 ¾ cups (400ml) buttermilk (or milk with 1 tablespoon vinegar or lemon juice) Optional: 1 tablespoon sugar (for a slightly sweet flavor) ½ cup (75g) raisins or currants (for a fruity twist) 2 tablespoons butter, melted (for added richness) Instructions: Preheat…

Ingredients Washing Soda (Sodium Carbonate) – 1 kg Bar Soap (like Fels-Naptha or any natural soap) – 1 bar (around 200g) Instructions Grate the Soap: Use a cheese grater or food processor to finely grate the bar soap until it becomes a fine powder. Mix the Ingredients: In a large bowl or container, combine the…

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon baking soda 1 teaspoon water (you can adjust to get a paste-like consistency) 1 teaspoon lemon juice (optional for its natural bleaching properties, but use caution as it can make your skin sensitive to sunlight) Instructions: In a small bowl, mix the baking soda with water to form a thick paste. If…

  Ingredients: 100 grams of rough sea salt A small amount of baking soda (about 1 tablespoon) A small, open container or bowl Instructions: Prepare the container: Choose a small bowl or open container that can fit in your bathroom. Make sure it’s something you don’t mind leaving out for a few days or longer….

Ingredients: 2 fresh large eggs 2 tbsp white vinegar (optional, helps the eggs hold their shape) Water (for boiling) Salt, to taste Freshly ground black pepper, to taste Instructions: Prepare the water: Fill a medium saucepan with about 3 inches of water and bring it to a simmer over medium heat. The water should be…

Ingredients: 3 large eggs A pinch of salt 135g sugar 1/3 tsp vanilla extract 135g milk 70ml oil (vegetable or any neutral oil) 15g baking powder (approx. 1 tablespoon) 300g all-purpose flour 2-3 apples (peeled, cored, and chopped) Cinnamon powder, to taste Additional sugar, for sprinkling Instructions: Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 180°C…

Ingredients: 1 tsp Nigella seeds (black seeds) 1 tsp dried ginger root or ½ tsp ground ginger 1 tsp dried dandelion root (diuretic to reduce water retention) ½ tsp turmeric powder (anti-inflammatory) 1 tsp cinnamon (improves circulation) 1 tsp hibiscus flowers (diuretic, rich in antioxidants) 1 slice of fresh lemon Honey to taste (optional) 3…

Ingredients: 1 small bowl or jar (for each room or area) 10 drops of lavender essential oil 10 drops of eucalyptus essential oil 10 drops of peppermint essential oil 10 drops of tea tree essential oil 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar 1 tablespoon of fresh rosemary sprigs (optional) 1 tablespoon of cloves (optional) 1…

Ingredients: 1 large onion 2-3 garlic cloves (optional, but enhances the effect) 1 tablespoon of black pepper powder 1 tablespoon of cayenne pepper (optional) 1 tablespoon of dish soap or any mild liquid soap 2 cups of water Spray bottle Instructions: Prepare the Onion Solution: Finely chop the onion and garlic. In a blender, add…

Ingredients: 1 cup chickpea flour (also called gram flour) 1/2 cup plain yogurt (Greek or regular) 1/2 cup water 1/2 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp salt (adjust to taste) 1/2 tsp cumin seeds or Nigella seeds (optional, for added flavor) 1 tbsp olive oil (for cooking) Fresh herbs (like parsley or cilantro) for garnish (optional)…

  Ingredients: Fresh, ripe tomatoes (Roma or plum varieties work best for preservation, but you can use any kind) Coarse sea salt Olive oil Herbs of your choice (optional: basil, thyme, rosemary) Garlic cloves (optional) Method 1: Freezing Tomatoes Blanch and Peel Tomatoes: Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Cut a small…

Ingredients 6-8 organic lemons (preferably thin-skinned) 1/2 cup kosher salt (plus more for packing) 1-2 whole cloves of garlic (optional) 1 teaspoon black peppercorns (optional) Fresh herbs (like thyme or bay leaves) (optional) 2-3 whole spices (like cinnamon sticks or star anise) (optional) Water (if needed) Equipment 1-2 quart-sized glass jars with airtight lids A…

Ingredients: 1-2 tablespoons of raw, unfiltered apple cider vinegar 1 cup of warm water (not boiling) 1-2 teaspoons of honey (optional, to taste) 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon (optional) A squeeze of fresh lemon juice (optional) Instructions: Warm the Water: Heat 1 cup of water until warm but not boiling. Mix Ingredients: In a glass,…

1. Cockroaches Ingredients: 1 tablespoon of baking soda 1 tablespoon of sugar Water (optional) Instructions: Mix equal parts of baking soda and sugar. Sprinkle the mixture in areas where you’ve seen cockroaches (under sinks, behind appliances, etc.). The sugar will attract them, and the baking soda reacts with the acid in their stomachs, killing them….

  This comforting and healthy drink, also known as “Golden Milk,” is perfect to enjoy before bed. Turmeric is known for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, and drinking this warm milk can aid digestion, promote relaxation, and support overall well-being. Ingredients: 1 cup milk (any kind: dairy, almond, coconut, or oat milk) 1 tsp turmeric…