Ripe Banana Peel for Splinters

Wooden patio decks often lead to food splinters. Forget the tweezers, says Dr. Mehmet Oz, and apply a ripe banana peel over the affected area. Cover with a bandage and leave it on overnight. The peel produces enzymes which help draw out foreign matter that can cause infection. The splinter will rise to the top of the skin and may even stick itself to the banana peel, making it easy to remove. If the splinter is deep, you may have to repeat the process several times.