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Homemade Vanilla Extract - BY BRENDA C

Cut 1 vanilla bean into several pieces. Place in a glass jar with 1/3 teaspoon of sugar and 3 ounces of vodka. Place lid on tightly and let vanilla bean steep for one month. Shake every day. It will then be ready to use.

Buildup Remover - BY M. RENARD

Mix a pinch of baking soda in with your regular hair shampoo, to rid your hair of buildup caused by styling products and the environment. It works great.

Love Your Lemons- BY MARLA TUFARELLI LMT, CAT

Next time you go out to eat, order lemon wedges. Lemons contain bacteria fighting agents. Squeeze the lemon into your water using your knife and fork to clean harmful bacteria off the surface. Squeeze the remaining juice in your hands and cleanse entire surface. The rind contains the oils, a more concentrated form of cleaning agent. If you're brave enough not to look paranoid with your guest, peel the lemon, use the rind to clean your silverware, glass, and hands. An added plus to this cleaning technique is that water with lemon stimulates digestive enzymes to improve digestion and is excellent for internal cleansing as well.

Stretch Tinned Dog Food - BY YVETTE H

Soak any leftover, stale bread in water. Add Gravox powder and heat in microwave so water and gravy powder are easier to mix and soak into bread. Into bread mixture stir in any leftovers or tinned dog food or biscuits, let cool. Your dog will love it!