Dear Heloise: Could you tell me what is the best way to neutralize the stinging sensation on your hands when you have been chopping hot peppers?—Gayla Day from Sandpoint, Idaho

Dear Gayla: This can be quite painful, especially if you accidentally touch your eyes. Ouch! Here’s how to keep this from happening: Soak your hands in a mixture of baking soda and water—the baking soda helps neutralize the hotness of the peppers. Baking soda can save you lots of money instead of buying carpet freshener or a scouring powder for pots and pans. To receive a copy of my six-page pamphlet filled ...

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