GENERAL DISCLAIMER The contents of this book are intended to provide useful information to the general public. All materials, including text and images, are for informational purposes only and are not a substitute for medical diagnosis, advice, or treatment for specific medical conditions. All readers should seek expert medical care and consult their own physicians before commencing any regimen for any general or specific health issues. The author and publishers do not recommend or endorse specific treatments, procedures, advice, or other information found in this book and specifically disclaim all responsibility for any and all liability, loss, or risk, personal or otherwise, which is incurred as a consequence, directly or indirectly, of the use or application of any of the material in this publication. CONTENTS INTRODUCTION CHAPTER 1: BAKING SODA CHAPTER 2: SALT CHAPTER 3: VINEGAR CHAPTER 4: LEMON CHAPTER 5: COCONUT OIL CHAPTER 6: HONEY CHAPTER 7: GINGER CHAPTER 8: OTHER NATURAL INGREDIENTS Index Photo Credits USING NATURAL INGREDIENTS There are a thousand man-made products you can buy to deal with just about any problem you might come across, from cleaning your house to exfoliating your skin. Some of those products might even work! But, when it comes down to it, the costs almost always outweigh the benefits. When you buy a synthetic household cleaner or body wash, you might get the job done, but you’ll also be spending far too much money and using a product that introduces harsh, environmentally harmful chemicals into your home and your body. GET MORE FOR LESS There is, of course, another option. Instead of wasting your money, damaging the environment, and putting your own health at risk, you can get the same—or better—results out of things that you probably already have around the house for a fraction of the cost. With nothing but the liberal application of common household items like lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, and coconut oil, you can make great improvements to all aspects of your life. Detox drink made of water, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, and baking soda Coconut oil and coconuts Fresh and ground ginger root In this book, you will learn new ways to use baking soda, salt, vinegar, lemons, coconut oil, honey, ginger, and a myriad of other natural items. Baking soda makes a perfect alternative to most man- made cleaning solutions, and is gentle enough to avoid damaging surfaces. Salt is rich in vitamins and minerals that are vital for your body’s health, and also makes a great exfoliant to help soften and rejuvenate your skin. Apple cider vinegar can help cure dandruff, improve your digestive health, and even remove warts. Lemon juice can be used to freshen your breath and whiten your teeth, while both coconut oil and honey are great for you skin, hair, and overall health. Ginger is as close as you can get to a superfood; you can add it to your diet to help fight off disease, or add it to a face or body mask to cleanse and soften your skin. MAKE IT YOURSELF