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So, let's see what we have in our medicine chest today... Fact or quack

1. Honey soothes a burn

That's a fact. But only for minor burns - it turns out that honey has some anti inflammatory and antibacterial properties that can help promote healing. In one study honey was compared head to head against antibiotic cream and it actually did better. I prefer to use a sterile bandage and antibiotic cream or ointment, but if you want to go natural honey can soothe a minor burn.

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2. Cloves relieve a toothache

That one's also a fact. Clove oil has been used for centuries for a toothache. It can temporarily ease pain and decrease the risk of infection because clove oil has antiseptic properties. You can put a small amount of clove oil on gauze and place it between the achy tooth and gums. Just don't use too much. It can irritate the gums. And get to a dentist. This is just a temporary fix.