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"My maid here in Mumbai is 65 and a genius with kitchen handy hints and tips to cure common problems like cough, cold, pains and aches, etc. We were having a discussion over tea and breakfast this morning when she mentioned this as one of the easiest, least expensive home remedies to treat a sore throat. My Mom who is not feeling too well, tried this..."

Ingredients: coriander seeds, water...

"Attar of roses means the volatile oil contained inside the fresh petals. It is used in making rose water and scented perfumes. Use only fresh petals that have been picked in the morning after the dew has evaporated but before the strong afternoon sun has warmed them:)"

Ingredients: coarse salt, rock salt...

"I love dosas amongst the South Indian food that I enjoy! This is a unique one and caught my eye right off the Thursday magazine! I thought that this is a nice change from the usual Masala dosa. I hope you enjoy this Lakshmi Shankar recipe!"

Ingredients: fenugreek seeds, rice, salt...

"As a kid, I ate every single fennel seed my eyes fell upon. I guess I was more fond of it than of ice creams, chocolates and junk food;-) Now, I love the mild licorice scent the fennel seeds provide. I don't eat it all that much now, infact, rarely ever, but I love using this toner alot."

Ingredients: gin, fennel seeds, witch hazel...

"From the book: Natural Beauty At Home by Janice Cox. Note: You may use white vinegar for this recipe if you do not get apple cider vinegar."

Ingredients: dried mint, fresh mint leaves...

"An odd recipe I found online one day that looked to awesome to pass up on!"

Ingredients: vodka, bacon...