Why is vinegar the ultimate weed killer?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the various uses of vinegar, particularly its effectiveness as a weed killer. Participants share personal experiences and alternative applications of vinegar, touching on its roles in gardening, cooking, and home remedies.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Conceptual clarification, Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • Some participants report success using vinegar as a weed killer, finding it more effective than other methods they have tried.
  • One participant mentions a preference for vinegar over chemical herbicides, indicating a desire for more natural solutions.
  • Several participants discuss alternative uses for vinegar, including as an appetite suppressant and a laundry aid.
  • There are humorous mentions of unconventional appetite suppressants, suggesting a light-hearted tone in the discussion.
  • One participant expresses skepticism about using vinegar as an egg substitute in baking, while another agrees with this skepticism.
  • Another participant shares a personal remedy for sunburn involving vinegar, noting its effectiveness despite the unusual smell.
  • A historical reference is made to the daily consumption of cider vinegar and hot water by a participant's friend's family, suggesting a long-standing tradition.
  • One participant mentions using vinegar to catch flies, adding to the list of its diverse applications.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express a variety of opinions on the uses of vinegar, with some agreeing on its effectiveness in certain applications while others remain skeptical about specific uses, such as the egg substitute. Overall, the discussion includes multiple competing views and remains unresolved on the efficacy of some claims.

Contextual Notes

Some claims about vinegar's effectiveness in various roles are based on personal anecdotes and may lack scientific backing. The discussion includes a mix of serious and humorous contributions, reflecting differing levels of belief in the proposed uses.

Who May Find This Useful

Individuals interested in natural gardening solutions, home remedies, and alternative cooking methods may find the discussion relevant.

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This is some amazing stuff, i tried every thing to kill off weeds, the best thing i found was Turbo type chili, then i tried vinegar and it worked even better.

http://www.hintsandthings.co.uk/spareroom/vinegar.htm
 
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That is awesome.

My wife, apparently being 1/4 insect and 1/4 weed, is highly susceptible to all -icides. She caved and bought some roundup. But I'll try vinegar and maybe we can dispose of the noxious herbicide.
 
I love this use:

Appetite suppressant:
Combine 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar and 1 tablespoon honey in an 8 ounce glass of unsweetened grapefruit juice. Drink 1 glass before each meal.




Heh. Of course, alternate appetite suppressants include:
- syrup of epecac
- diesel fuel
- dirt
 
Yep, it's an excellent laundry aid too, even without baking soda.
 
DaveC426913 said:
I love this use:

Appetite suppressant:
Combine 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar and 1 tablespoon honey in an 8 ounce glass of unsweetened grapefruit juice. Drink 1 glass before each meal.




Heh. Of course, alternate appetite suppressants include:
- syrup of epecac
- diesel fuel
- dirt


Hee! :smile:
 
I love vinegar. I like the taste of white vinegar, in small amounts of course.
 
I can not believe this EGG SUBSTITUTE one, vinegar instead of egg, even i would not try that and i put chili's in cakes.
 
wolram said:
I can not believe this EGG SUBSTITUTE one, vinegar instead of egg, even i would not try that and i put chili's in cakes.

I agree with you on that, Wolram. I'm trying to feature that working well in cake batters and whatnot.
 
Vinegar is good to put on sunburns, I know it sounds weird, but my grandma told me and trust me it works. It takes the burn away and helps with the tanning process, but makes you smell like a salad for a bit. :biggrin:
 
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My oldest friend's mother and grandmother were Quakers. They did not drink tea or coffee, but drank cider vinegar and hot water daily. Both lived to ripe old ages. They'd put vinegar in a tea-cup, heat water in a tea-pot and pour it into the vinegar.
 
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Catch flies.
 

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