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February 2007

Vinegar Helps with Foot Odor

According to an article from New Vision in Kampala, Africa, vinegar can be used as a herbal remedy to eliminate foot odor.  According to the article, boil vinegar in a medium saucepan of water.  After boiling, pour the warm liquid into a basin and soak feet for about 45 minutes, making sure the liquid stays warm.  To read the entire article, click here.

Use Vinegar to Clean your Toothbrush

A recent press release by The Maids Homes Services offers tips to combat the 'flu virus.  According to the release, boil toothbrushes for one minute in water and vinegar.  To read the release, click here.  

Use Vinegar to Make Nontoxic Cleaners

An article on the wallstreetjournal.com provides alternatives to chemical cleaners and notes, "Spray a mix of one part white wine vinegar and three parts water on windows and mirrors to clean off grime and streaks."  The article is available online to subscribers only.

Vinegar Used to Help Control Invasive Species Causing Trouble for Mussels

CBC News in Canada reports that the Canadian government is providing more funding into research to control the spread of invasive species that is causing problems for Prince Edward Island's mussel industry. Four species of tunicate are now clinging to mussel lines in some Island bays, making growing and harvesting mussels more difficult and costly. (Note:  Tunicates, commonly called sea squirts, are a group of marine animals that spend most of their lives attached to docks, rocks or the underside of boats.)  According to the news story, spraying mussels with vinegar and hydrated lime currently appears to be the best treatment, but additional research will continue.  To read the entire article, click here.