An influencer has shared her brilliant and cost-effective solution to combat the summer’s nemesis – fruit flies. Pia Cuerquis, with her vast Instagram following, has demonstrated an exceptional fruit fly trap using household items. Combining vinegar, dish soap, sugar, and strategically placed sticky traps, this homemade solution effectively eliminates the bothersome pests.
A simple and effective way to clean white shoes has emerged on TikTok, using a combination of toothpaste, soap, and baking powder. This cleaning method involves applying a paste made from these ingredients to the shoes, using a brush to work it in and remove dirt and grime. The cleaning hack has been praised by users for its ability to restore white shoes to their original pristine condition.
For over 10 million people in England, spring and summer bring on the misery of hay fever. While pollen is the main culprit, there are also some surprising household items that can exacerbate the issue.
A new study has revealed that half of smartphone users don’t always clean their device after taking it to the toilet with them. The poll, of 2,000 adults, found 60 percent admit to heading into the loo with their phone – but many don’t give it a clean afterwards in the same way they do with their hands. Despite this, 57 percent then place their device on the kitchen counter, 47 percent pop it on the dining table, and 43 percent are then leaving the phone in their bed – potentially spreading germs. It also emerged three in 10 never disinfect their TV remotes – despite it being touched 5,475 times-a-year per person. But 49 percent admitted they have never thought about how germs are able to spread between people sharing household items. While items which are rarely or never cleaned goes beyond electronic devices – including salt and pepper shakers, kettles, condiments, and light switches.
Allergy sufferers, beware! While spring and summer months are notorious for triggering sneezes, there are common household items that can also lead to a fit of sneezes. These unsuspecting culprits include air fresheners, flowering houseplants, and even children’s stuffed toys. TV Dr. Sara Kayat reveals that candles, dust mites, and pet hair can also be problematic. With 12 million Brits suffering from allergies caused by dust mites alone, stuffed toys are notorious culprits. Hayfever sufferers should also be aware of tree pollen, grass pollen, and weed pollen, depending on their location and time of year. Indoor spaces such as homes, gardens, and bedrooms are common places for sneezing fits, with 84% of people believing their sneezes come from nowhere. Dr. Kayat suggests measures to alleviate symptoms, such as dusting with a damp cloth, washing pets and their bedding regularly, using hypoallergenic bedding, and keeping homes dry and well-ventilated. Natural nasal sprays and wraparound sunglasses can also be effective. Common household items that can trigger allergies include:
According to a cleaning whizz on TikTok, not all popular household items are worth the hype. From viral vacuum cleaners to trendy décor, some items may not meet your expectations. Here are six items she recommends avoiding:
