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00:00There's a dangerous dish that can poison you when prepared incorrectly.
00:04Everyday food like honey and cashew can be harmful too, in certain conditions.
00:08You should know these facts before you eat some products.
00:12Have you ever chewed the seeds when eating an apple?
00:15Then you know that unpleasant taste the seeds have.
00:18That's because of cyanide.
00:20Don't be alarmed yet. The seeds have a protective cloak covering them.
00:24That's why cyanide doesn't enter your system if you accidentally swallow the seeds.
00:29Better be cautious, though.
00:30Even small doses of cyanide can result in rapid breathing and more extreme and unpleasant results.
00:38Another danger lurking in your kitchen is potatoes, the ones with sprouts and green spots.
00:43Cutting off the green parts or sprouts solves the problem only visibly.
00:48The toxic substance called glycoalkaloid may have already spread through the whole potato.
00:53This substance turns some parts of a potato green for some reason.
00:57It's a sign for you.
00:59Eating this kind of potato can cause nausea, headaches, and other consequences.
01:05Are you a bubble tea fan?
01:07Then maybe you're familiar with cassava, a.k.a. tapioca.
01:11This is a root veggie, and it's cultivated in South America.
01:15It's also often used to make cakes and chips.
01:18It can be either sweet or bitter.
01:20It's common for root and tuber varieties of cassava to contain toxins.
01:26Tapioca must be prepared properly before you consume it.
01:30If it's served incorrectly or eaten raw, the consequences are pretty serious.
01:35But when it's processed correctly, it's delicious and safe to eat.
01:40Elderberries are known as a supplement to boost your immune system and help your body fight a cold or the
01:46flu.
01:46This medicinal plant needs to be handled and prepared with care, too.
01:51If you eat unripe berries, they can do more harm than good.
01:54Here comes lectin and cyanide.
01:57These chemicals can cause stomach problems, for instance.
02:01This one makes me sad more than any other thing on the list.
02:04And this list includes a lot of healthy products.
02:07Anyway, here I spell it out.
02:10Popcorn
02:10There are many studies saying that microwave popcorn is harmful for you.
02:16First, you consume the chemicals used in packaging.
02:19There are also flavoring additives that aren't healthy.
02:23Now, remember that moment when you open the bag and hot popcorn-smelling air goes up into your nose?
02:29It can lead to irreversible lung damage.
02:32For instance, there's a diagnosis named popcorn lung.
02:35A chemical used to provide microwave popcorn with its buttery flavor is related to that diagnosis.
02:42What can you do?
02:43Choose other packaging options or invest in an air popper.
02:47Air popped popcorn has only 90 calories and less than 1 gram of fat.
02:53Yay!
02:54Number 6 is honey.
02:57Honey is a sweet liquid made by…
02:59I'm joking.
03:00But do you know that natural honey is dangerous to eat if the amount is more than a teaspoon?
03:05It has a toxin with a hard-to-pronounce name.
03:08To get rid of this toxin, honey has to go through a pasteurization process.
03:12Let's move on to cherry pits.
03:14If you don't chew or crunch them, you'll probably be fine.
03:18Yet, keep in mind that these pits contain prusic acid, and this stuff is poisonous.
03:24What about ackee fruit?
03:26It's the national fruit of Jamaica, and it turns out unripe ackee contains a poison called hypoglycem.
03:33Ackee fruit must be fully ripe if you want to eat it.
03:36In other words, this fruit should open up by itself.
03:39Once it's ready to be picked up, it'll split wide open.
03:43No to the highly toxic pink flesh or black seeds, and yes to the delicious creamy pulp near the seeds.
03:51Eating this fruit incorrectly can cause Jamaican stomach sickness.
03:56Fugu is the Japanese word for puffer fish, and the dish prepared from it.
04:00What's interesting about this dish is that it can be the last dish in your life if you don't prepare
04:06it properly.
04:06This fish contains a very powerful toxin that's very dangerous to humans.
04:12A single fish has enough poison to harm 30 people.
04:16Because of this, Japanese chefs undergo years of training to get a special license.
04:21Despite all precautions and preparations, fugu still sometimes becomes the last meal for some people.
04:28Would you take that risk?
04:31Perfect ciders, cashews.
04:33They can also be very risky to eat when they're raw.
04:36You probably get cashews from stores with raw cashew labels, but they aren't 100% raw.
04:42Before they find their spots on the shelves, they're processed with steam to remove a toxin called urushiol.
04:49Cashew shells contain this toxin.
04:51What would happen to you if you ate these nuts raw?
04:54A dangerous allergic reaction if you have a tendency to allergies.
04:59This depends on your sensitivity to poison ivy.
05:03Speaking of raw food, raw kidney beans are risky too.
05:07They contain a toxin called lectin.
05:10This one can give you stomach aches and other digestion-related issues as a bonus.
05:14All you need is to swallow 4 to 5 raw beans to experience these side effects.
05:20Red beans are rich in plant-based protein, essential vitamins, and minerals.
05:25Cook them correctly to enjoy these goodies.
05:27For this, keep dried red beans on the stove for at least 10 minutes.
05:32Boiling them for a shorter time and at a lower temperature can actually increase their toxicity.
05:37Beans can become even more toxic than if they are consumed raw.
05:41So yeah, a minimum of 10 minutes at high temperatures.
05:45Eating too many untreated bitter almonds can cause many unpleasant symptoms and health issues.
05:52Rhubarb leaves are a bit tricky too.
05:54You can eat the stalk, but don't munch on the leaves.
05:57The leaves contain oxalic acid, which ties to calcium.
06:01This makes it harder for the body to absorb the needed amounts of calcium.
06:06Mushrooms
06:07For plenty of people, pizza and pasta wouldn't be so great without mushrooms.
06:11We all know that mushrooms are kinda unpredictable, especially if they grow in the wild.
06:17Here are two of the most dangerous ones.
06:19The death cap and the destroying angel.
06:24Starfruit is a risky choice for people with sensitive kidneys.
06:27If you're one of them, you might want to keep this fruit out of your meals.
06:31Regularly functioning kidneys can filter out the toxins starfruit contains.
06:36Otherwise, the toxin will hang around and cause some problems there.
06:39The next product on the list is nutmeg.
06:43If you find that nutty flavor super nice like me, hear me out before adding it everywhere.
06:48Small amounts of nutmeg are fine and healthy.
06:51But if you, let's say, eat spoonfuls of nutmeg, it can cause problems.
06:56Even with two teaspoons.
06:58Knock knock, you get poisoned.
07:01Canned tuna can be a lifesaver.
07:03It's not pricey, it's a good source of protein, and with its help, you can prepare a delicious meal quickly.
07:10No cooking, just lettuce, bread, and a few more ingredients.
07:14There you go.
07:15How about three to five times a week?
07:18And you might experience a side effect called mercury poisoning.
07:22Now, this is related to how much and what type of food you consume.
07:26Canned tuna contains mercury, and that's why eating too much of it can lead to mercury poisoning.
07:32Medical advisors say that every kind of fish has some level of mercury.
07:37But that level differs from one species to another.
07:40For example, canned tuna has relatively high levels of mercury.
07:45Obviously, seafood is a great source of omega-3 and other things that are essential to our brain and good
07:51health.
07:51To stay safe, experts advise people to choose low-mercury seafood.
07:56Here's an interesting fact related to this.
07:58To get the most omega-3 fats from your canned tuna, choose water-packed fish instead of oil-packed.
08:05In oil-packed cans, the oil mixes with some of the tuna's natural fat.
08:10You open the can and drain the oil, and some of the fish's omega-3 fatty acids also get drained.
08:16But water and oil don't mix.
08:19Water-packed tuna won't lose its omega-3 fats.
08:22You can add some oil and dressing after you open the can.
08:29Want to pour yourself a drink before we begin?
08:31Just make sure not to grab the glass with your palm.
08:34Yep, that's right.
08:35The glass has a stem for a reason.
08:37Touching the glass bowl with your hands will alter the drink's temperature.
08:41And it will get warmer much sooner.
08:44While we're in the kitchen, let's check out your fridge.
08:47Most of those come with designated areas in the door shelves for eggs.
08:51But this may not be the best solution for storing them.
08:54The temperature in the door shelves tends to be a bit higher than in the fridge itself.
08:58So it's not the best place to store delicate types of food, like eggs or dairy.
09:03Make sure to remember that after your next trip to the supermarket.
09:07Also, while we're still browsing items in the fridge,
09:10did you know that waiting for food to cool down before refrigerating it may be bad for it?
09:15Keeping food at room temperature for more than two hours can increase its chances of going bad.
09:21So, pop it in as soon as possible.
09:23Just make sure to divide your food into smaller batches to help it cool down quicker.
09:28What's that in your fridge I just saw?
09:31Chocolate?
09:31Well, that's a big no-no.
09:33Regardless of the season, remember to never store chocolate in the fridge.
09:37The lower temperatures inside can cause the chocolate flavor to dull.
09:41Also, who wants to eat rock-hard chocolate anyway?
09:45When it comes to breakfast, next time you boil an egg,
09:49try putting a teaspoon of baking soda into the water when boiling.
09:52The eggshells will peel off way easier.
09:56Another tip is to crack the egg on one end and run it under the tap.
10:00The water stream will help peel off the shell faster and with way less of a mess.
10:06Fan of smoothies?
10:07Bet you didn't know there's actually a correct way to load up your blender.
10:11Start with the liquids, then pile up the solids as you go.
10:14The motion created by the movement of the liquids will ensure a smooth,
10:18clump-free, delicious breakfast or snack.
10:21After that, you can clean it by simply adding some dishwashing soap and some water
10:26and letting it blend away.
10:27No need to add it to the dishwasher anymore,
10:30since the full cycle of the dishwasher can damage the metal plates on the blender.
10:35If you're ever in the mood for a peanut butter sandwich but the peanut butter is all split
10:39with the oils on top, remember, there's a correct way to store it.
10:43Placing the peanut butter jar upside down in your cupboard will ensure the oils are spread out evenly.
10:50Love a good steak but never get a perfect consistency?
10:53You're probably digging in too soon.
10:56You have to let the meat rest after cooking for at least 10 minutes before you start cutting it.
11:01Using the right knife will also give you better results.
11:04A sharp knife will ensure you don't lose any of those lovely meat juices.
11:09It's pasta night.
11:11Ever wondered why there's a hole in the middle of the spaghetti spoon?
11:14Turns out you can use that hole to check how much pasta to cook per person.
11:19Now you know exactly how much of it to boil for that special marinara sauce of yours.
11:24When using non-stick pans, never use metal utensils.
11:28Go for wooden or plastic ones instead.
11:31The metal will be way too rough on the surface of your pans
11:33and can actually damage the non-adherent surface.
11:37Are you a leftovers for dinner type of person?
11:39Aren't we all?
11:41Quick tip for reheating your dinner in the microwave.
11:43Try spreading the food around the edges of the plate.
11:47Microwaves are indeed designed to heat food as evenly as possible.
11:51But not if the food is piled up.
11:54Ever try to take out a single Tic Tac from the tiny container?
11:58Just turn the box on its side.
12:00There's a cleverly designed slot on the plastic top precisely for that.
12:04No more shaking the Tic Tac box like a maniac.
12:08If you're up for some music but don't have a speaker around, don't worry.
12:12Placing your phone in a cup or a bowl will amplify the sound and make your experience so much better.
12:18In a hurry, and your phone is running out of battery, there's a simple way to reduce the charging time.
12:25Simply set the phone to airplane mode.
12:27You'll see, it'll charge up to 100% in no time.
12:31We all keep our phones in all sorts of places.
12:34Our pockets, bags, under our pillows.
12:37Hence, a lot of fuzz or lint can get stuck in the charging port.
12:40For safety reasons, turn the phone off before cleaning it.
12:43You can use specifically designed tools for cleaning the charging ports, speakers, or a microphone.
12:49Just be sure to be gentle.
12:52Nice desk you got there.
12:53Did you know that those little legs on the back of the keyboard are actually there to help you see
12:59the keys better?
13:00However, if you can type without having to look at the keyboard, don't use them to lift the keyboard up.
13:05This position can damage your wrists when using for a long period of time.
13:10If you like to keep your things organized and prefer to use sticky notes, just make sure to remove them
13:15from the notes cube from side to side to prevent curling.
13:20We all feel a little overwhelmed when it comes to storage, especially linens.
13:24One easy way to make sure you'll never get mixed sheets is to store each set in the matching pillowcase.
13:31Not only will you get easy access to each set, but it's way nicer to look at on the shelves.
13:36When it comes to storing clothing, people use wooden hangers for more than just aesthetic reasons.
13:42They may be bigger and heavier than plastic ones, but they also help repel moths.
13:46Keep that in mind, more so when storing winter clothes.
13:51Were you ever curious about that one extra loophole in your running shoes?
13:55That one just next to your ankles?
13:58Well, turns out it's there for a reason.
14:00The tighter the laces on your shoes, the less likely you are to get blisters.
14:04Always fit your shoes correctly and use that extra loop in the shoes if needed before you go for a
14:10run.
14:11Your dress shirts have a tiny secret too.
14:14On the inside of the shirt, right between the shoulders, there's a tiny loop that you can use to hang
14:19the garment whenever you don't have a hanger lying around.
14:23Nothing can ruin a good vacation more than unorganized baggage.
14:27To make sure you never have to stuff your luggage with a huge pile of random clothes, instead of folding,
14:34try rolling your stuff and placing it neatly in the baggage.
14:39This way, you save a lot of space.
14:42You have easy access to everything you need and your clothes will be less wrinkled.
14:48Not to be intrusive, but there's a bunch of things I'd like to show you in the bathroom as well.
14:54Wash your hands for at least 20 seconds each time to get rid of all the germs.
14:59To save the effort, open and close the tap with your wrist if possible.
15:04There you go.
15:05Squeaky clean hands for a longer period of time.
15:10Always brush your hair from the bottom if you want to get rid of any knots.
15:15Brushing your hair from the top will only cause more damage.
15:19When it's time to wash your hair, be sure to concentrate the shampoo on the scalp.
15:25Be careful though, never to apply the shampoo directly to your head.
15:30Lather it a bit with some water between your hands before you start massaging it in.
15:35You can skip shampooing the lengths of your hair unless they're really dirty.
15:40The foam that goes down from your scalp is sufficient to clean that portion.
15:45Take good care of your loofah as well.
15:48Leaving it in a moist, warm shower can increase its chances of gathering all sorts of nasty bacteria.
15:55Either throw it in with your laundry once a week or let it soak in a solution with diluted bleach.
16:02We're sure you always moisturize after your shower, but there's a correct way to do that too.
16:08Don't add too much cream on your face and make sure to tap, not rub it in.
16:14Your skin will thank you for it.
16:17You don't have to be a dentist to know how important flossing is.
16:22Next time, try tying your floss in a knot.
16:25With the added tension and grip, your teeth will be cleaner in no time.
16:33The cylinder on the end of a cable is sitting there, useless as it might seem.
16:38In fact, this is a ferrite bead that assists with many electrical wires to reduce electromagnetic interference.
16:46Electrical wires act like unintentional antennas broadcasting the EMI.
16:53There's a reason why the spinning wheel inside their microwave is circular.
16:58A circular object will evenly distribute the heat as opposed to a rectangular and square one.
17:04When you place containers of these shapes inside, the energy is focused on the corners,
17:09rather than spread evenly like in a round container.
17:14The temperature gauge on a toaster is commonly used to determine how crisp you like your toast,
17:19but the other, more specific use for the gauge was for the different types of bread.
17:25White and sweet types of bread heat up much faster as opposed to heavier brown and rye ones.
17:31The older bread is, the more time it will need in a toaster to ensure the golden brown result you're
17:37looking for.
17:39Most ovens give you the option of leaving the door ajar when broiling a dish inside.
17:45You probably think the goal here is to help cool down the oven after use.
17:50In reality, its purpose is to focus on cooking the top of the dish and to ensure a crusty layer.
17:57Controlling the buildup of heat and steam by releasing it through the slightly ajar door
18:02gives you the desired result without cooking the entire dish to a crispy end.
18:08You probably have noticed that your dishwasher has specific areas for different types of cutleries and dishware.
18:15But all the dishware pieces should be facing towards the center and not all in one direction.
18:21What types of foods were on the plates will also determine where they should be located in the racks.
18:27As the middle of the machine gets the strongest spray, carb-based stains from tomatoes and potatoes should be placed
18:35there.
18:35The detergent is more focused on the outside during the clean, creating a waterfall-like cleanse.
18:42That's why protein-based stains, like from eggs for example, should be stacked there.
18:49Ceiling fans push cool air down on a hot day, circulating the room.
18:54But they can serve you during the winter just as effectively if you flick that switch on the side or
19:00use the pulley.
19:01So if you want to save some money on heating and try to quickly warm up your room on a
19:06cold day,
19:07turn the fan on.
19:08It will push the air up and spread the warm air around, more effectively warming the room up.
19:15Do you still use sticky notes instead of those fancy new apps on all possible gadgets?
19:20Welcome to the club.
19:21Regardless of what you use them for, they can annoyingly curl up.
19:25If you've had this issue, it's because you've peeled them from the bottom upwards.
19:30Doing it this way causes the curling.
19:33Peeling them from the side will ensure they remain flat, ready to remind you of your daily tasks.
19:39Did you know that can openers weren't invented until 50 years after preservation cans had been readily available?
19:46So how would it be possible to open a can?
19:49There are a couple of alternative methods just in case you've misplaced your trusty opener.
19:55All you need is a metal spoon.
19:57Set the can down on the counter.
19:59Hold onto it firmly and grasp the head of the spoon tightly.
20:04Apply pressure and vigorously rub the edge of the can's top over a small area.
20:09It takes time, but as you continuously rub, a small indentation soon opens a hole.
20:15Once the hole is wide enough for the spoon's tip, pry the lid upwards and keep going along the edges
20:20until you can finally access the hard-earned meal within.
20:26Most toilets rely on water pressure and gravity to function, so a power outage will not affect them.
20:32But if yours does need electricity to function, you must be worried about using it when the power is out.
20:38The good news is, the power is only used to fill the toilet and not to flush it.
20:43As the flushing mechanism will still work, open the toilet tank and pour in a couple of gallons,
20:48and you're free to flush away whatever you need to.
20:53Blockages in shower drains occur over a long period of time.
20:57It's inevitable.
20:58We lose 50 to 100 hairs a day, and many of them will endeavor to reside within our shower drains.
21:04Hair only forms the foundations of the blockage, and this attracts the buildup of various other things.
21:10A great life hack is to use your vacuum cleaner and put the nozzle in the hole once removing the
21:15plug.
21:16Apply a wet cloth around the nozzle, ensuring air cannot escape.
21:21The vacuum will suck up the blockages a lot easier.
21:24This will help avoid any extra costs from plumbers, as they themselves use this technique.
21:31To make your candles last longer, trim their wicks multiple times and keep them as far away from water and
21:37moist as possible.
21:38It will guarantee that your candle's wax stays firm and steady, and continues to burn slower for a longer period
21:46of time.
21:47The empty space between the panes of the oven door is there for a reason.
21:52You can stick a brush in there to clean the oven door glass.
21:56It's easy to access this space through the bottom of the door, open the lower shelf, then push the brush
22:01through the hole.
22:04While you're parking in a garage, you might find it difficult to determine how close to it you need to
22:09be.
22:10Not all cars have sensors, ensuring you keep the right distance before the bumper makes an indentation on the wall.
22:17Applying a rope with a tennis ball from the ceiling at the right distance will help you learn the best
22:21distance to park from the wall.
22:24We've all been told to loosen a lock with WD-40 or lubricant.
22:29Yes, we all know we should have these around the house.
22:32But in case you don't, a great alternative is drawing with a gray lead pencil along the edges of the
22:37key and then putting it into the lock.
22:40Continue doing this until the keyhole has been adequately lubricated and the key functions smoothly.
22:47Pliers are prone to damage when you use them to adjust faucets and shower heads and are also difficult to
22:53grip.
22:54Take a couple of pieces from the end of an old garden hose and attach them to the jaws of
22:59the pliers.
23:00You'll find a huge improvement with grip and will avoid wear and tear.
23:06You can find a good use for discarded rubber for different things around the house.
23:11When fed up with tightening or loosening with a screwdriver, try using a simple rubber band.
23:17Place part of it into the screw grip and the screwdriver will have far greater traction.
23:24Moving cement blocks isn't safe for your lower back.
23:27Even with a wheelbarrow, it can be a risky process to place the cement onto the ground without causing damage.
23:33Three simple cylinder pipes can make a world of difference, regardless of the size of the block.
23:38Try lifting the edge onto the first pipe with a pry bar, then pushing and maneuvering as you gradually direct
23:45the three pipes towards the desired location.
23:48Just make sure you're not doing this on a slope.
23:52That first strike on a nail can be a great success or will result in a throbbing thumb.
23:58A bobby pin is perfectly shaped to hold a nail in place, allowing for your hand to be clear out
24:04of harm's way and for you to strike the nail without fear.
24:09Use a crayon instead of a pen or pencil while working with a wet saw to ensure the markings are
24:15not removed.
24:16They will also be easier to see under the murky water.
24:21Checking the drains on the roof and determining when they need to be cleaned can take a lot of time.
24:27Using duct tape, attach a mirror on the end of a long broom and review whether the drains need to
24:34be cleaned.
24:35To further assist with your balance as you check on the gutters, attach a pair of old trainers to the
24:40end of the ladder.
24:42The spread of the shoe and its grip will ensure a further level of safety.
24:47Liquid caulk normally comes in huge tubes, so you can never use it all at once.
24:52The hardened tips of liquid caulk create blockages.
24:56Grab a used cork and drill through it to make a perfect lid, concealing the liquid caulk.
25:01Now it's ready to be used again with no blockages.
25:06Have you ever wondered what the color of your walls is signaling to you?
25:10Or have you ever noticed that working from a wooden table can help you get your creative juices flowing more
25:16than a plastic one?
25:17Tag along to uncover everyday household secrets that will make your life better and brighter.
25:24First, walls.
25:26If you're a homeowner, you've probably had to make tough decisions regarding what color you'd like to paint your walls.
25:31If your only priority was doing it cheaply, then I'd guess you went with white paint, right?
25:37Painting a room white has many positive effects.
25:40It can make your space feel wider, quieter, and cleaner.
25:44But there's more to white paint than we think.
25:48Only a few white paints are actually purely white.
25:51According to architects and interior designers, white paint can come with bluish, reddish, yellowish, and even greenish undertones.
26:00To know how white your wall paint really is, hold a sheet of white paper next to it, and there
26:06you'll have it.
26:08Did you know that the same white paint can look different in, say, Seattle than in Florida?
26:14It's just like your eyes slightly changing their hue depending on what you're wearing.
26:18The white paint on your wall will look different depending on where in the world you live, what type of
26:23light your apartment gets, and what furniture you use to decorate your space.
26:29If you have trouble sleeping these days, consider painting all the walls in your room white.
26:34According to sleep experts, an all-white bedroom reduces distractions and creates a tranquil and zen-like environment, which can
26:42help you relax and wind down for bed.
26:44There's a branch of psychology that studies the effects of colors on people's moods and behaviors.
26:50Have you ever noticed how you can feel hyper-energetic and maybe even a little anxious in a bright yellow
26:55room?
26:55Or how you can feel calm and relaxed in a light blue painted environment?
27:00Take a look at the color wheel for a moment.
27:02Colors from the red part of the spectrum are considered to be warm, and they include not only red, but
27:08also orange and yellow.
27:09These warm colors can evoke a range of feelings depending on their tones.
27:14Feelings that vary from warmth and comfort to more active emotions of excitement and even angriness.
27:21Now, the blue side of the wheel hosts what are called cool colors, which include blue, purple, and green.
27:28They are normally soothing, but can also fall into the spectrum of sadness.
27:33So do pay attention to which tone of blue you'll choose when redecorating your apartment.
27:38But now that you've finally decided on the new color patterns for your house, it's time to do that good
27:43old rearranging of furniture.
27:45Ever heard of feng shui?
27:48And no, it's not only the art of endlessly moving your couch around until it finally feels right.
27:53It's an ancient Chinese practice that's been around for several thousands of years.
27:58In Chinese, feng means wind, and shui means water.
28:02Culturally, these elements are associated with strong health and good fortune.
28:08According to this philosophy, a well-organized home can help us achieve our life goals and ideals more easily.
28:15And that's what it's mainly about.
28:17For instance, if you're feeling a little blocked, creatively speaking, and have tried all sorts of things to get your
28:23juices flowing,
28:24try one more thing.
28:25Add a little wood to your working environment, or things such as plants and trees.
28:31Having candles around, aromatic or not, can also be a good practice if you're in need of a little inspiration
28:37and enthusiasm in your daily life.
28:40And what about the front door?
28:42Many times before we even notice it, we cross paths with a welcoming or sometimes even unwelcoming doormat.
28:49Today, you can find them in all styles and colors.
28:52But, have you ever noticed if people are placing their doormats in the correct position?
28:58The function of a doormat is to clean the sole of a person's shoe before they enter an apartment.
29:03And yet, somewhere in history, we interpret that the best way for it to be achieved was to place our
29:10doormats horizontally,
29:11with the rim of the carpet parallel to the rim of the door.
29:14Now, this isn't the case at all.
29:16You should place your doormat vertically, creating a long carpet walk from the street to the house.
29:22This way, a person takes more steps until they reach the house.
29:26And the soles of their shoes are cleaner once they've crossed the house's threshold.
29:30And if we're still thinking of feng shui, they say you should pick your doormat color according to which direction
29:36your front door is facing.
29:38So, check this out.
29:40Open the Compass app on your phone and find out which cardinal direction your front door is facing.
29:46If it's facing the south, then the best colors for your doormat will be red, purple, deep orange, vivid yellow,
29:54or deep pink.
29:55But, if it's facing north, let's say then you should be on metallic colors, like white and gray.
30:02Oh yes, a basic feng shui tip would be to get rid of any clutter.
30:06All those old papers you've been keeping for some mysterious reason, or all that childhood memorabilia you're probably not using,
30:13I'd say take that directly to the nearest trash can.
30:16This is one of the success secrets of one of the most prominent home organizing experts of today, Marie Kondo.
30:23Maybe you've seen some of your neighbors getting rid of rows of clothes, some even with their tags on.
30:29And when you finally decide to ask them why they're doing that, they answered,
30:32It doesn't bring me any more joy.
30:35This is the condo's motto.
30:37Only keep it if it still brings you joy.
30:40Another tip is to learn how to layer clothes vertically.
30:44Yes, you heard that right.
30:45Our default folding techniques usually tend towards the horizontal,
30:49meaning that we place our shirts on top of one another.
30:53To save yourself from going through the entire drawer of folded t-shirts to find the one that you need
30:58on the very bottom,
31:00and then dealing with the mess you leave behind,
31:02arrange clothing, towels, and similar items vertically.
31:06This way, you'll save space since more shirts will fit in the drawer.
31:10And also, it'll be much easier to find the t-shirt you're looking for.
31:15And let's say you've finished redecorating and feng shui-ing your entire home.
31:19Now what?
31:20Well, if you're feeling inspired, do give making your home cleaning products a try.
31:25It's easy, very sustainable, and makes for a nice morning of artisanal work.
31:30For instance, you can make a multifunctional cleaner with all natural ingredients
31:35just by putting a bunch of daily resources together.
31:38For this experiment, you'll need 1 quarter cup white vinegar,
31:421 quarter cup bicarbonate of soda,
31:44a squeeze of any liquid soap,
31:46and 2 cups of water.
31:48Give it a good shake, and there you go.
31:51Nice and easy and ready to use.
31:53You can keep it in a spray bottle to use whenever you need to get some cleaning done.
31:57It can help remove a tough stain on your clothes,
31:59or even the carpet.
32:01And if you still got an extra hour or so to spare,
32:04how about making some other DIY?
32:06Say, on your last trip to the supermarket,
32:09you bought several products that came in glass jars.
32:12After you've used them all, wash them clean and re-utilize them.
32:16You can use a medium-sized jar to make a new home for a succulent,
32:21or even a suspended garden of herbs.
32:24Just add about an inch of rocks for filtering.
32:28Then, top it up with some dirt.
32:31Next, you'll plant the herb or the succulent in the jar,
32:34and tie it all up with some twine so you can hang it in your kitchen,
32:38or in your bedroom, on top of the bedside table, for instance.
32:43If you're not a plant person,
32:45you can also use your glass jars to make an aroma diffuser.
32:50For this, you'll need a few drops of essential oil.
32:53You can use lavender or rosemary,
32:56some water to dilute the oil,
32:58and an old pair of chopsticks you've been keeping in your drawer but never used.
33:03Well, there you have it.
33:04Don't forget to keep switching the ends of your chopsticks every once in a while,
33:08since it's the moist bits that diffuse the oil.
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