There is one thing you should not do with hydrogen peroxide: swallow it. Even at the 3 percent concentration, it can cause blistering in the mouth, vomiting, and abdominal distress.\n
Get Sweet-Smelling, Prettier Feet\n
Smelly feet are covered with bacteria that are causing the odor. Mix a foot soak with one part hydrogen peroxide to three parts warm water. The same treatment will help protect against\u00a0spreading\u00a0athlete’s foot fungus\u00a0and even soften calluses and corns\n
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Whiten Discolored Nails\n
Mix one part hydrogen peroxide to two parts\u00a0baking soda\u00a0in a bowl to form a paste. It will foam a bit but when it stops spread the paste over and under your nails. Let it work for three minutes and then rinse with plain water.\n
$\"White$ \n
Freshen and Disinfect Kitchen Sponges\n
Kitchen sponges\u00a0harbor some really\u00a0scary bacteria like E.coli and Salmonella. Disinfect them daily with a solution of 50 percent water and 50 percent hydrogen peroxide.\n
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Keep Cutting Boards Bacteria-Free\n
Each time you use wooden or plastic cutting boards, little scratches appear that can trap bacteria. A quick spritz with hydrogen peroxide will keep them safe to use.\n
$\"Spray$ \n
Sanitize Your Refrigerator\n
After you’ve cleaned out your refrigerator and before you add that new box of baking soda, spray the inside with hydrogen peroxide to kill any lingering bacteria. Let it work for several minutes and then wipe down with plain water.\n
$\"Sanitize$ \n
Brighten Discolored Cookware\n
Mix a paste of baking soda and hydrogen peroxide to spread on the interior of discolored\u00a0ceramic-coated cookware. This will help lighten stains and gently clean the surface\n
$\"Brighten$ \n
Make Reusable Grocery Bags Healthier\n
Reusable grocery bags are great for the environment but\u00a0not always so good for your health. The bags should be\u00a0washed frequently and correctly. However, if you don’t have time for a thorough cleaning, give the interiors a quick spray with hydrogen peroxide to kill harmful bacteria.\n
$\"Sanitize$ \n
Clean Tile Grout\n
Grout between the bathroom and kitchen tiles not only gets dirty, but it can also get\u00a0covered with mildew. One of the best ways to kill the fungus is hydrogen peroxide. To whiten grout, mix a paste of baking soda and hydrogen peroxide. Spread it on the tile (it will also help cut through\u00a0soap scum) and let it work for five minutes. Wipe away with plain water to see the sparkle.\n
$\"Cleaning$ \n
Put a Shine on Mirrors\n
Use a lint-free\u00a0microfiber cloth\u00a0and a spray of hydrogen peroxide to create a streak-free mirror.\n
$\"Clean$ \n
Whiten Dingy Clothes\n
If you don’t like using\u00a0chlorine bleach, add some\u00a0hydrogen peroxide\u00a0instead to a load of\u00a0dingy white clothes. Add one cup of hydrogen peroxide to the washer or automatic bleach dispenser before adding water or clothes.\n
$\"Whiten$ \n
Get Rid of Underarm Sweat Stains on White Shirts\n
Mix 1\/4 cup hydrogen peroxide, 1\/4 cup\u00a0baking soda, and\u00a01\/4 cup water in a bowl. Use a soft-bristled brush to work the solution into\u00a0underarm stains\u00a0and allow it to sit for at least 30 minutes. Give it one more final scrub with the brush and then\u00a0wash as usual.\n
$\"Use$ \n
Breathe Easier\n
Dehumidifiers and humidifiers are perfect breeding grounds for molds due to the moisture and heat they collect or generate. Keep them clean by running a solution of half water and half hydrogen peroxide through them monthly.\n
$\"Clean$ \n
Kill Dust Mites\n
Dust mites\u00a0thrive on the small bits of skin we shed in our homes, particularly in the bedroom. Give your mattress a spray with hydrogen peroxide to kill the insects. Allow the mattress to dry completely before remaking the bed with\u00a0clean bedding.\n
$\"Spray$ \n
Disinfect Kids’ and Pets’ Toys\n
To kill germs and bacteria,\u00a0spray plastic toys\u00a0with hydrogen peroxide. Allow it to sit on the surfaces for a few minutes and then rinse with plain water\n
$\"Clean$ \n
Make Your Garden Grow\n
That extra oxygen molecule in hydrogen peroxide boosts a plant’s ability to absorb nutrients from the soil. And all it takes is just a little bit. Mix a solution of one teaspoon hydrogen peroxide in one gallon of room-temperature water. Use it right away to fertilize outdoor and indoor plants.\n
$\"Fertilize$ \n
Written by\u00a0Mary Marlowe Leverette\n\n
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