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"The etrog (citron) is a citrus fruit that is used by Jews every year during the holiday of Sukkot (late September, early October, depending on the lunar calendar). It's entire purpose during the week-long holiday is to smell nice. Yes, that's it, we just smell the thing. After the holiday is over you can chop up the etrog and make jam...."

Ingredients: cloves, citrus fruits, citron...

"You got the sniffles or upset belly, don't reach for a glass of orange juice or that fizzy stuff. That is good, but try pineapple juice instead. It has vitamin C like its orange cousin, but it also has bromelain. Studies have found it is effective in treating upper respiratory conditions and acute sinusitis. The next time you get a cold, make this..."

Ingredients: fresh ginger, honey...

"My girlfriend who constantly is outside in the winter, gave me this wonderful recipe for dry skin....and guess what...it really works great!"

Ingredients: honey, plain yogurt, bananas...

"Honey is a soothing remedy for persistent coughs and sore throat. The strong antibiotic properties it contains coats the throat and reduces throat irritation. Uneasiness felt in the mouth & throat due to infection can be relieved immediately with honey.
Honey's unique composition makes it an effective antimicrobial agent, useful for treating..."

Ingredients: glycerin, honey, hot water...

"We made these at Preschool, they smell great!"

Ingredients: cinnamon, glue, nutmeg...

"A Mexican/American Tradition around Easter and carnival. These pretty confetti eggs really make any party fun for kids and adults alike! You will need a large bowl for catching the raw eggs; you can save these and use them for cooking, and a clean, sharp knife. Prep time depends on your technique."

Ingredients: eggs, food coloring, glue...

"Delicious scent and fantastic for exfoliation. Wonderful gift in a tightly capped jar -- shelf life is 1-2 weeks refrigerated."

Ingredients: cocoa powder, olive oil...

"A cleansing lotion to sweeten and soften bathwater and use as a hair rinse after shampooing. Using both flowers and leaves will work."

Ingredients: lavender, fresh rosemary...

"How true this is we'll have to try and find out!!!
Tea made with honey and cinnamon powder, when taken regularly, arrests
the ravages of old age. It is said to keep the skin fresh and soft and arrests old age.
This is also said to reduce your cholesterol.
Weight loss!
Drink honey and cinnamon powder boiled in one cup..."

Ingredients: cinnamon, raw honey, water...

"A simple mixture that makes the house smell wonderful."

Ingredients: cinnamon sticks, berries...

"I'm afraid that I'm not really good at starting fires in the fireplace. And, since it will be fireplace season soon, I thought that I would post this little tip here. I read about this somewhere online a few years ago and gave it a try. It works well and doesn't cost any extra money. The only ingredients listed are vinegar and water - which..."

Ingredients: vinegar, water...

"This cough-inhibiting concoction may help with easing of cold symptoms. Garlic inhibits cough and cold microbes and is an effective decongestant. Honey are considered by many to be a respiratory tonic, improving breathing, and is also known to be antimicrobial, assisting the immune system with fighting infection. Lemon reduces and thins mucus and..."

Ingredients: fresh lemon juice, honey...

"Source: FamilyFun Magazine Quote: "Your little one might not be old enough to bake holiday desserts, but they can still celebrate the season with this pumpkin-inspired play dough. In honor of the beloved fall fruit, we dyed the dough orange and added pumpkin pie spice and cinnamon to it, which makes it smell -- but not taste -- good enough to..."

Ingredients: cinnamon, cream of tartar...

"Another tea from the book "Herbal Teas". The ingredients sound kind of strange, like stuff you would expect to see in the ingredients for a chicken recipe rather than a tea recipe, but it tastes really nice. Fennel helps expel mucus accumulations and soothes coughs and throats. Ginger is warming and helps relieve colds, coughs and flu symptoms...."

Ingredients: fennel seeds, fresh ginger...