A doctor has revealed the kitchen cupboard items that could hold the secret to an easier life – from black tea and honey to duct tape.
Dr Joe, a board-certified emergency medicine physician, often shares his everyday health expertise with his 931,000 Instagram followers (@drjoe_md).
The 47-year-old has previously revealed five common household items that are dirtier than a toilet.
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Now, he’s divulging the hacks he has learned as a doctor that help make his life easier.
In a clip that has 229,000 views and over 7,000 likes, he begins with tea bags.
He said: “Soaking feet in black tea reduces odour.”
Next up – honey – and a spoonful of the sweet stuff daily can help prevent a cough.
Dr Joe, from California, US, follows up with: “Cornstarch can help with skin irritation.
“And duct tape is as effective as freezing warts.”
Another clip, which has 255,000 views and over 7,000 likes, includes hacks such as smelling rubbing alcohol to cure nausea.
Other tips suggested are soaking in a bathtub full of oats to soothe eczema and using tea bags to treat red and puffy eyes.
And he claims mouthwash can help prevent athlete’s feet, too.
Dr Joe told Need To Know: “Most of these hacks are safe to try at home, but moderation is key.
“With honey, a spoonful a day is fine, but it still contains sugar, so people with diabetes should be cautious.
“When using cornstarch for skin irritation, the area should be clean and dry first, and if irritation doesn’t improve or gets worse, it’s important to see a doctor rather than relying on home remedies.
“Duct tape for warts works best when it’s applied for several days at a time and then replaced.
“It shouldn’t be overdone or used on broken skin, since that can cause irritation.
“Rubbing alcohol for nausea should only be inhaled briefly, not excessively, and it’s best thought of as a short-term trick rather than a cure for the underlying problem.
For oats in the bath to help soothe eczema, it’s important to stick to plain oats.
“Flavoured or instant packets can actually make irritation worse because of additives.
“Overall, these are simple, low-risk tricks that can make life a little easier, but they’re not substitutes for medical care if symptoms are severe or persistent
