Start thinking about sex when you’re bursting for the toilet plus 9 other incredible life hacks you never knew
These handy tips for life will help you drift off to sleep and stop insect bites from driving you up the wall
THERE'S nothing worse than being desperate for the toilet when a bathroom is nowhere to be seen.
But did you know you can give yourself some light relief by letting your mind wander to the bedroom?
According to a series of body hacks from a Facebook page called , thinking about sex when you're bursting for the toilet distracts the brain and, to some extent, relieves the pressure on your bowels.
Who knew having dirty thoughts could be so good for you?
Other remedies on the list are equally strange, but claim to help relieve symptoms such as toothache, a stuffy nose and restlessness.
One suggests keeping an onion by the side of your bed if you're struggling with a bunged up nose while another states marshmallows as a great cure for soothing a sore throat.
One hack recommends placing one of your feet on the ground if you're in bed and feeling dizzy.
This will help your brain recalculate your position.
Another suggests holding your breath for as long as you can and releasing it slowly if you're feeling sleepy when you need to be alert.
And if you've got a bad case of the giggles, give yourself a little pinch to stop the uncontrollable laughter.
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If you're suffering from a migraine, try putting your hands in ice water and flexing them to alleviate the symptoms.
Bugged by an insect bite? Put deodorant on the affected area to stop it itching.
If you suffer from acne, try running the shower cold at the very end.
The cool water seals your pores and prevents dirt and bacteria from entering them.
It'll also wake you up if you're feeling a bit drowsy!
Having trouble falling asleep? Try blinking as fast as you can for one minute.
Finally, one hack suggests if you're struggling to learn a speech or retain information for an exam, read it before you go to bed - you'll remember it better in the morning.
