Here are some fantastic facts you didn’t know about your store cupboard
It’s a funny thing but most people just think that mayonnaise is for egg salad and that peanut butter is just for sandwiches. Today, you are going to learn some fascinating facts you didn’t know about everyday items you probably have in your cupboards.
It’s amazing just how many useful, multi purposes household items have. You wouldn’t believe how everyday store cupboard products or stuff in the fridge can help you with a whole host of other things like getting rid of dandruff or removing stains. It is quite astonishing just what you can do with items you bought simply for “what they say on the label” unaware of all the other things they can do. It’s also a great way to save money and we hope you will find this information as useful as we here at lifedaily.com did.
5. Mayonnaise
For those of you that always thought that mayo was just to make your egg salad creamy or to go with your pastrami sandwich think again. That versatile, yummy white stuff can do a whole lot more. Next time one of your kids gets lice slap a dollop of mayo on their hair, not only will it remove the lice it will also condition their hair nicely. Be sure, of course to wash it out when you’re done though, leaves a terrible stain on the pillow otherwise.
4. Lipton tea and Nestea
We all enjoy a nice cuppa and these days ice tea is also very popular for those who just need that cup of tea and that caffeine in their system. Little did you know though that certain teas actually have many other uses. Ever wanted really shiny hair? Try brewing a nice pot of Lipton tea and when it’s cool enough soak your hair with it. Leave it for at least ten minutes then rinse well. We were also intrigued to learn that a jar of Nestea poured in a warm bath is a highly effective way to soothe sunburn.
3. Pam cooking spray
As if the ingenious idea of putting oil into a handy spray wasn’t good enough you aren’t gonna believe what other things this wonder stuff can do. Next time you paint your fingernails, if you’re that way inclined, and you need them to dry quickly; just spray some pam on them and literally watch them dry! Sticking bicycle chain and no oil around to fix it? No problem pam takes care of that too and is easy to apply.
2. Peanut butter
This wonderful spread is almost a staple of the american diet. Kids and adults alike love it and peanut butter ans jelly sandwiches can be found in millions of lunch boxes around the US. So like most I am sure you just reach for the skippy and spread it on their bread without knowing just how versatile it actually is. The next time one of the kids gets ink on a dolls face or on one of the plastic toys take some peanut butter and dab it with a paper towel using it to wipe the stains, they come clean off. Ever had a cd that is too scratched to play? Carefully rub some of this wonder stuff on it and remove it with coffee filter paper removing the annoying scratch with it. You can even remove stubborn stickers from glassware with it! Just apply and watch them slide off.
1. Toothpaste
Who would have thought that toothpaste could do more than just clean your teeth and make your breath fresh? You won’t believe just how many uses this minty mouth freshener actually has. That’s why we chose it for the number 1 spot as there are a bunch of things it can be used for. It’s a fact that good quality minty toothpaste soothes minor burns, just dab some on and you will feel the relief immediately. Not many people know that you can prevent goggles and glasses from steaming up simply by coating the lenses with a little bit of Colgate toothpaste. You can also remove stains on clothes with it or even crayon marks on the wall!
