Article: Boil the water on the stove for a minute or two or until it is steaming vigorously. Then remove the pot from the heat. Start with 1 drop/quart of water. The following essential oils have either antibacterial, antifungal or antiseptic properties, meaning they can kill bacteria and other microorganisms that can infect the sinuses: Spearmint or peppermint - Both peppermint and spearmint contain menthol which has antiseptic and immune-boosting properties. Thyme, sage, and oregano - These herbs boost the immune system and have antibacterial properties. They also increase circulation of the blood by opening up blood vessels. Lavender - Lavender is known as a soothing herb that also has antibacterial properties. It will help you feel calm and relaxed and can relieve anxiety and depression. Black walnut oil - If you know you have a fungal sinus infection, add black walnut oil, which has antifungal, antimicrobial, and antiseptic properties. Tea tree oil - Tea tree oil has antiviral, antifungal, and antiseptic properties and has provided relief to some people suffering from sinus infections. If you don't have the above essential oils on hand, you can substitute teaspoon of dried herb per quart of water. Once you add the herbs, boil for another minute, turn off the heat and move the pot to a comfortable area and begin steaming. Each time you try a new herb, give yourself a test to make sure that you don't have any adverse reaction, such as sneezing or skin irritation. Make the concoction and steam your face with the new herb for about a minute. Then, take your face away from the steam for 10 minutes and wait. If you don't notice any irritation or other reaction, reheat the water and do the full steam treatment.
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Fill a one-quart pot with water. Add 1-2 drops of an essential oil. Use dry herbs. Always test any herb for sensitivity.
Article: Measure out 1 cup (240mL) of vinegar into a large pot, then add 1 tbsp (17 g) of salt. Use a measuring cup add 3 cups (710mL) of warm water to the pot. Then, stir the ingredients to combine them. If you're cleaning a large copper piece, use a bigger pot and double the ingredients for the cleaning solution. It's safest to put the copper into the pot before you start boiling the solution. Place the item into the pot and make sure the stains are covered by the cleaning solution. It's okay if part of the item is not covered, as long as you aren't trying to clean the exposed area. It's okay to clean more than 1 piece at a time if they all fit into the pot. For instance, you might clean 2 copper mugs at the same time or a handful of copper jewelry pieces. Turn the burner on high heat to heat the pot. Monitor the pot as it heats to boiling. After it reaches boiling, adjust the heat to keep it at a rolling boil. Stay near the pot while it's heating to make sure it doesn't boil over. The vinegar and salt will draw out the stains or black patina. Check the water to see if the discoloration is leaching out of the copper and into the solution. Let the item boil for up 15 minutes. If the item looks clean before you get to 15 minutes, it's okay to turn off the pot early. After 15 minutes, turn off the burner so that the solution and the copper item will start to cool. Leave the pot to cool for 30 minutes to an hour. Don't try to handle the copper while it's still hot. The metal may burn your hand, so be careful.
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Combine vinegar, water, and salt in a large pot. Submerge your copper piece in the solution. Bring the solution to a boil over high heat. Watch for the stains to fade from the copper. Turn off the heat so the copper piece can cool.
Article: Cut the lemon in half, from tip to tip. This makes a more flexible lemon peel, easier to squeeze. If you have a hinge-style hand juicer cut them crosswise instead for a better fit. The mesh will catch the lemon seeds and pulp, letting the juice drain through. An all-purpose juicer will put a great deal of bitter pith in your juice, and its metal blades may corrode over time. Buy a specialized citrus juicer for better results. If using an all-purpose juicer, peel the lemon first or wash it thoroughly to remove trace pesticides. Many experts agree that hand-squeezed juice tastes better, possibly because an electric machine scrapes away too much pith, or fails to break out flavorful oils from the peel.
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Cut the lemon lengthwise. Place a mesh strainer over a bowl. Buy an electric citrus juicer for large quantities.