Natural Health Remedy: To soothe a sore throat, gargle twice daily with a solution of six pressed garlic cloves mixed into a glass of warm (not hot) water.

Natural Health Remedy: Stifle hiccups. Swallow 1 to 2 teaspoons of sugar. The dry granules stimulate and reset the irritated nerve.

Natural Health Remedy: Dull and damaged hair can be conditioned with the application of almond oil, left in overnight.

Natural Health Remedy: Mix iodine with olive oil and rub over finger nails to strengthen them and prevent flaking.

Natural Health Remedy: Rubbing olive oil every day, can help lighten scars considerably and gradually reduces their visibility.