9 Unexpected But Effective Health Hacks

Yup, it turns out that your potty mouth might actually do you some good health-wise. Swearing aloud has been found to reduce pain, so try it out at the gym when you think you can't do another rep. Try to be kind of quiet about it though, and away from other people.

You know how you always lie to your dentist and say that you floss? Well, maybe you should actually start flossing. Research has found flossing has a positive effect on your brainpower as well as your oral hygiene.

Before you eat your fruits and veggies, you have to be sure that they're clean. A mixture of water and a few tablespoons of baking soda can easily remove the pesticides, dirt, and whatever else may be clinging to your produce.

If your throat is giving you any problems, then a bottle of whiskey is the cure. Mix a spoonful in with a glass of warm water and gargle to soothe a sore throat. Whiskey can also kill odor-causing bacteria in the mouth.

If you're prone to eating throughout the day, then you've probably noticed a few health issues that have been associated with that. Chewing gum is a great way to curb your appetite and have you eating only at meal times.

After a tough workout, you probably don't want to go back to the gym for a while. To recover quickly and naturally, drink some cherry juice.

We've all experience the feeling of nervous agitation before an important meeting, presentation, interview, or what have you. To clam your nerves and perform your best, try blowing on your thumb. Your thumb has its own pulse, so cooling it can calm your heart rate. This trick also gets you breathing more deeply which is another calming practice.

Try putting black pepper on your next minor cut. Black pepper containes an antibacterial compound called piperine that stimulates healing.

Instead of drinking another cup of coffee or energy dirnk when you're feeling sluggish, just rub your ears. Stimulating the pressure points in your ears can increase overall blood circulation and give you an instant energy boost.