Amy’s Helpful Tips – ‘Uses For Lemons’

Did you know there are many helpful uses for lemons? Lemons are not just for cooking, making lemonade or squeezing in your fresh iced tea! No, this little yellow sour fruit can be used in lots of different ways!

Freshen up Bad Breath - Gargle with lemon juice and water to kill odor-causing bacteria.

Soften Skin - Combine lemon zest with sugar and soak in olive oil for 30 minutes. This makes a great homemade scrub! Use on dry elbows, feet and hands!

Whiten Yellow Nails - Soak fingers in lemon juice for five minutes. To prevent future stains, use a base coat before nail polish.

Add Sunny Highlights In Your Hair - Lemons are great if you want to highlight your hair. Just mix lemon juice with your favorite conditioner and apply to damp hair before you head out in the East Texas sun!

Zap Zits - Use this powerful juice on blackheads at night!