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How to Naturally Clean a Washing Machine

You may have seen products at the grocery store for cleaning your washing machine. Did you know that you need to clean your washing machine? You are probably thinking why would I clean my washing machine? Doesn’t IT do the cleaning? Well of course, but layers of laundry detergent and dirt can build up in the machine over each wash causing stale odors. Give your washer a monthly maintenance wash, and you can easily avoid those unwanted washer smells. (Proctor and Gamble, 2020) Where do you find the best products to use? The best way to clean a washing machine is use natural …

Are blueberries good for your brain?

Round, sweet, and juicy, blueberries are a great snack. They are even called a super food. So, are blueberries good for your brain? The short answer is yes! Read on to find out more. What is in a blueberry? Vitamin C Blueberries are full of nutrients and vitamins. In just one serving, you can get almost 16% of your daily requirement of Vitamin C. (USDA, 2020) Your body needs Vitamin C to grow and repair the tissues of your body, including myelin. Myelin acts as a sheath that surrounds and protects nerve fibers in your brain. Vitamin C is also an antioxidant. Antioxidants work …

How to Remove Toilet Bowl Ring Stains

Do you scrub and scrub your toilets, only to find that they still have ring stains? Do you constantly look up how to remove toilet bowl ring stains? Don’t worry, you aren’t alone. Toilet bowl ring stains aren’t a sign of bad housekeeping! Ring stains develop for several reasons. Pale brown stains that look like rust can be due to mineral deposits and hard water, while black, orange or green rings and streaks may be mold. A pink ring is usually caused by a bacteria called Serratia Marcescens. (Chandler, 2018) Hard Water Stains Hard water stains often look like brown rings. What is …