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July 15, 2006
97 Cans of Coke Per Day.....
In response to my previous post about the woman suing Coke over their rewards promotion, sister Sarah has commented that she uses Coke for several cleaning applications including laundry and as a "fume-free" stove cleaner.
"All this to say, who says we're drinking 97 Cokes a day? Maybe we just find it a handy cleaner!"
That reminded me of an old boss who used Coke to clean pennies (made them nice and shiny!), and cousin Ruby who witnessed Coke being poured over the corrosion on her car battery, and swore off drinking Coke forever (although, I've heard that many other carbonated beverages will do the same). So I put my research assistant, Google, onto the task of finding some other ways to help us get our daily quota of 97 cokes per day. Here are some other ideas:
*** disclaimer: ideas listed here have not been tested by the author, and as such, the author neither endorses nor assumes liability for damages occuring from such use.***
Tanning Lotion: Apply regular Coke directly to skin, purported to soften skin and leave a long-lasting tan, even when used in a tanning bed. *** Not likely endorsed by indoor tanning associations, but come to think of it, my tanning salon does sell Coke.***
Antiquing Photos: Soak new photo in Coke until you achieve the color you want, remove using care not to touch the front of the photo and pat dry with a soft lintless material, or drip dry, then finish drying with a hair dryer.
Cure for Trots: Allow 2 liter bottle of Coke to go flat at room temperature, then drink one glass every couple of hours.
Cure for Constipation: Mix 8 oz. Coke in blender with 1-3 Tbsp. of Castor Oil or Mineral Oil.
Remove Gum from Hair: Soak for a few minutes in a bowl of Coke, then wipe the gum off hair. *** Does anybody still use Peanut Butter or Butter for that anymore?***
Cheap Party Trick: Apparently a can of regular Coke placed in a swimming pool will sink, but a can of Diet Coke will float. Who Knew?
Body Lotion: Mix a spoonful of regular Coke with unscented lotion and apply to dry skin. Purportedly results in smooth skin and long lasting results. *** I may have to try that, my skin and air conditioning in the hot summer do not agree.***
Grout Cleaner: Spill can of Coke on tile floor (either accidentally or on purpose), wipe off.
Green Grass: Spray Coke (or store brand cola) on grass once a month, allegedly results in a super green coloring that lasts longer in fall and winter months.
Common Cold: Mix fresh ginger with a can of Coke, bring to boil, then let cook on low heat for awhile. Drink while warm.
Congestion: Drinking a glass of hot Coke each night before bed will ease symptoms of congestion and phlegm.
Nausea: One teaspoon of flat Coke every hour will ease symptoms of nausea.
Blood Cleaning Agent: Apparently there is an episode of "MythBusters" that proves Coke will clean pig blood off the highway, whether the Highway Patrol actually carries it in the trunks of their cars for such a use, is debateable.
Cooking with Coke
Coca Cola Cake: Mix one Chocolate Cake mix with one can of Diet Coke and bake as directed on package. Alternative, one White Cake mix and one can of Diet Sprite. *** Would Diet Mountain Dew work for a Yellow Cake?***
Steak Marinade: Marinate steaks in Coke before grilling.
Pot Roast: Use Coke instead of water when cooking.
Ham or Turkey Breast: Empty can of Coke into baking pan, wrap ham in aluminum foil and bake, 30 minutes before ham is finished, remove foil and allow drippings to mix with Coke for an awesome brown gravy. Follow same instructions for Turkey Breast using Sprite instead of Coke.
More "Cokelore" can be found here:
Barefoot Lass
Break the Chain
or on Wikipedia
Posted by Anna at July 15, 2006 3:58 PM