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MOO Distilled Water and Save Thousands
With three CPAP users in our extended family using 8-10 litres of distilled water each week at $2 a litre the cost was substantial.
We bought a water distiller from eBay at a cost of $75 with free shipping. It makes 4 litres at a time. Now we run it overnight a couple of times a week. It paid itself off within the first month and has been going strong for 4 years now. Over a year it saves us a whopping $1000 which we can spend elsewhere.
We also use the water in our expensive steam station iron which will prolong it’s life.
Contributed by Theresa Jones
We bought a water distiller from eBay at a cost of $75 with free shipping. It makes 4 litres at a time. Now we run it overnight a couple of times a week. It paid itself off within the first month and has been going strong for 4 years now. Over a year it saves us a whopping $1000 which we can spend elsewhere.
We also use the water in our expensive steam station iron which will prolong it’s life.
Contributed by Theresa Jones
Dab with Lavender Oil to Ease Itching
I use Lavender oil, just dab some on a tissue and place it over the area. I find with my daughter, the redness and swelling reduces almost immediately, and the itching ceases.
Contributed by Susan Boddey, 10th December 2015
Contributed by Susan Boddey, 10th December 2015
Give an Itch the Heat Treatment
Use a hot spoon (from stirring coffee) and press the back against the bite. No miracle cure, but a free/cheap way to help stop that nasty itch!
Contributed by Kate Bradshaw, 10th December 2015
Contributed by Kate Bradshaw, 10th December 2015
Pelvic Exercises
Approximate $ Savings: $480.00 per yr.
In the past I have worked in aged care and I was amazed at the amount of protective pads used by male and female residents. After speaking to medical staff I was informed to fix the problem and cut the cost all we need to do is pelvic exercises, to strengthen those muscles. So start now while you are sitting, walking aground. It will save you a lot of money, not having to purchase pads each week. Also not having them go back into landfill and not breaking down for years. Be healthy.
Contributed by Evol Lancaster, 25th March 2014
In the past I have worked in aged care and I was amazed at the amount of protective pads used by male and female residents. After speaking to medical staff I was informed to fix the problem and cut the cost all we need to do is pelvic exercises, to strengthen those muscles. So start now while you are sitting, walking aground. It will save you a lot of money, not having to purchase pads each week. Also not having them go back into landfill and not breaking down for years. Be healthy.
Contributed by Evol Lancaster, 25th March 2014
Taking the Sting Out
Approximate $ Savings: $5
Buy some roll-on antiperspirant (no- name brands are cheap) and add it to your first aid kit in the home and in the car. It does basically the same job as Stingose does (both contain aluminium). Much cheaper and more accessible option to soothe stings and itches, and smells good too!
Contributed by Anje, Bundaberg, 24th June 2009
Buy some roll-on antiperspirant (no- name brands are cheap) and add it to your first aid kit in the home and in the car. It does basically the same job as Stingose does (both contain aluminium). Much cheaper and more accessible option to soothe stings and itches, and smells good too!
Contributed by Anje, Bundaberg, 24th June 2009
Sleep Easy
Approximate $ Savings: Sanity
This is not really a hint to save money unless you include buying less pain killers. When my husband was partly paralysed from a spinal tumour, to make it easier to turn over in bed I bought a fitted satin sheet which is slippery. My husband recovered but because I have arthritis I still use a bottom satin sheet which makes it easier to move and I would recommend this for anyone with a disability. Contributed by Rosemary Brown, 14th April 2010
This is not really a hint to save money unless you include buying less pain killers. When my husband was partly paralysed from a spinal tumour, to make it easier to turn over in bed I bought a fitted satin sheet which is slippery. My husband recovered but because I have arthritis I still use a bottom satin sheet which makes it easier to move and I would recommend this for anyone with a disability. Contributed by Rosemary Brown, 14th April 2010
Be Happy
If you are feeling down and you want some free tips on feeling happier you can log into www.thehappinessinstitute.com and utilise Dr Tim Sharp's resources for nothing. There are some brilliant ideas and he is a leader in his field. I have printed off some suggestions and put them on the fridge so then even the kids can read them if they want to Happy free reading on becoming happier. Contributed by Tracey Selinger, 14th January 2010
Website: www.thehappinessinstitute.com
Website: www.thehappinessinstitute.com
Allergy Elimination Helps with Eczema
I know how worrying it can be to see your child scratching madly due to irritating eczema. My son was around four years of age, when thankfully I discovered Advanced Allergy Elimination. My son had previously been diagnosed with severe allergies to dust mites, egg and dairy, and with violent reactions, was advised to stay off the foods for life. AAE can actually eliminate your sons allergy. My little boy now thrives on eggs and dairy, and no longer has eczema. It is a natural treatment - totally non-invasive. The initial treatment is $115, which includes comprehensive testing for all allergies, and your first treatment. Following treatments are $85. So...for $115 your problems could be solved, and your sons allergy gone for life - pretty good value really. Not to mention not having to buy the special washes, skin creams etc...Their website is www.aaeclinics.com.au, located in Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne and Perth. Note - they do not treat anaphylactic conditions. Good luck!
Contributed by Dee, Samford, 18th November 2008
Contributed by Dee, Samford, 18th November 2008
Simple and Effective Nasal Spray
Approximate $ Savings: $20
Buy a plastic spray bottle. Fill it with cooled boiled water to which dissolved salt has been added. Use to spray a single stream into your nostrils to clear blocked nose as a result of Hay Fever. Very effective!
Contributed by Rosalie, Yangebup, 5th January 2008
Buy a plastic spray bottle. Fill it with cooled boiled water to which dissolved salt has been added. Use to spray a single stream into your nostrils to clear blocked nose as a result of Hay Fever. Very effective!
Contributed by Rosalie, Yangebup, 5th January 2008
Got a sore Throat?
Add 1/2 teaspoon of cayenne pepper to 1/2 glass lukewarm boiled water. Gargle and repeat. Then gargle throat with pineapple 1/2 glass pineapple juice. Kills infections and soothes!! Really work! Contributed by Jules, 7th November 2007
Aldi 3 Ply Toilet Paper
Approximate $ Savings: $2 per box
As the mother of four young children, it can get costly when the cold and flu season arrives going through boxes of tissues. A clean roll of 3 ply toilet paper (50c - 60c) is an effective, soft alternative to Aloe tissues and can be flushed away after use.
Contributed by Tess, Bundaberg, 13th February 2007
As the mother of four young children, it can get costly when the cold and flu season arrives going through boxes of tissues. A clean roll of 3 ply toilet paper (50c - 60c) is an effective, soft alternative to Aloe tissues and can be flushed away after use.
Contributed by Tess, Bundaberg, 13th February 2007
Salt Bath to Ease Arthritis
My doctor has advised me to always bathe in a hot bath with salt added to the water and to soak in this to ease my arthritis. This has been a great help to me, but I found that even though the super market sold salt fairly cheaply I looked around for any cheaper option. I have found by buying sea salt, actually used for salt-water backyard pools I am saving a lot of money. Pool salt is sold in 25 kilo bags at approximately $4.95 a bag. My original way of buying the salt was from the supermarket in a 2 kilo bag for $1.10. Buying the equivalent in salt from the supermarket, 25 kilos was costing me $13.75. This is a real saving for me. By the way, the salt advice from my doctor has worked out extremely well.
Contributed by Loretta, Broadmeadows, August 13th, 2006
Contributed by Loretta, Broadmeadows, August 13th, 2006
Personal Insect Repllent
When travelling through the Top End I used a cheap mosquito repellent. Mix 1 part Dettol to two parts olive oil. The oil moisturises the dry skin, the Dettol helps those nicks and cuts, and it all deters mosquitos. You smell a bit like a gent's toilet, but out in the bush who cares!!
Contributed by John, July 20th, 2006
Contributed by John, July 20th, 2006