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8 Amazing Ways to Use Onions at Home

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Cut an onion in half and rub it over glass or mirrors.
Wipe with a damp cloth and dry with a soft towel.
5. Relieve a Sore Throat
How It Works: Onions have antimicrobial properties that can help soothe a sore throat.
How to Use:
Boil onion slices in water to make a natural onion tea.
Strain, add honey or lemon, and drink warm.
6. Shine Leather Shoes
How It Works: Onions can clean and polish leather surfaces, leaving them shiny and refreshed.
How to Use:
Rub a cut onion onto the leather.
Buff with a soft cloth for a polished finish.
7. Repel Pests in the Garden
How It Works: The strong smell of onions deters pests like aphids, slugs, and even deer.
How to Use:
Scatter onion peels around plants or blend onions with water to create a natural spray.
Apply the spray to plant leaves and soil.
8. Treat Minor Burns
How It Works: Onions have natural antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties that can help soothe burns.

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