We bet everyone and their mother has heard about the myths surrounding this beloved beverage by now. Rumor has it that it possesses multiple purposes aside from its main one, which is quenching our thirst.

It might seem impossible and downright silly to just skip drinking it and to use it for something totally different. How about we gather the options right now and make a convenient list for you to look through, just in case you have some leftover Coke at home. Who knows, someday it might save you from a sticky situation, literally!

1. It can cure nausea

This is the most well-known trick: make sure to pour out the drink in advance and let some of the fizziness evaporate. Try taking it in spoonfuls to relieve an upset stomach – just like you would take medicine. Regular Coke is more beneficial in this case than its sugarfree counterpart.

2. Removes rust

The phosphoric acid content of the beverage helps to loosen up rusted bits of metal from any surface. It takes a while to work but as long as you can keep the object in question saturated with it, it will be easy to wipe the rust away afterward. It seems more convenient than scraping anything, right?

3. Removes blood stains from fabric

This is oddly similar to the previous tip. Coke breaks down protein and oxidized iron – which is what a bloodstain is. The sugary beverage can help remove these stubborn stains from clothing as well if we either soak them in it or add it to the detergent during a washing cycle.

4. Extra ingredient for baking

It seems like a no-brainer that something so sweet could go well with any dessert. Some cakes can even benefit from the fact that drink is carbonated. Just make sure to cut back on the sugar a little bit, if you\\\\’re not using diet Coke. If you need ideas, check out this amazing Coke brownie recipe here!

5. Creative DIY for photos and papercrafts

Coke helps create an aged, antique look when it comes into contact with the paper. After soaking the desired document or photo in it, let it drip and put it aside to dry. Imagine taking a current photo but making it look like it was taken 30 years ago, just with this trick!

6. Kills pests

If you happen to have a slug or snail problem in the garden and don\\\\’t have anything else at hand, try putting some Coke in a bowl. The sugary beverage will attract the animals and its acidity will get rid of them permanently.

7. Revives your lawn

Surprisingly, the lawn can benefit greatly from this fizzy drink. It can even revive seemingly dead patches if used correctly. A homemade fertilizer with an ammonia base can benefit from adding a bit of Coke to it – just make sure to follow a guide if you decide to try it out!

8. It can help avoid an asthma attack

While it is certainly not medication, Coke can help an asthma attack subside if there is nothing else at hand. The caffeine content is what does the trick – try consuming it in small spoonfuls until you can take your medicine.

9. Defrosts windshields

Just pour a can of Coke on the glass if you are in a hurry and you don\\\\’t have an ice-scraper. Of course, this is only an emergency solution – it should be followed up by a car wash to remove the sticky, sugary residue that might be left on the windscreen.

10. Burnt pan remedy

Image Source: pinterest.comDon\\\\’t give up on your favorite stainless steel pots, if you ended up burning something in them. Try putting a glass of Coke in there and bring it to a boil, then leave it to cool. It will only need a gentle scrubbing later!

11. Descaling kitchen appliances

You might notice a pattern – the acidity in Coke might be the actual magic ingredient! That is what tackles stubborn limescale in a kettle, for example. Pour a little bit in and leave it for a few hours, rinse afterward.

12. Jellyfish sting neutralizer

The sting of this sea creature is as painful as they come and there\\\\’s a high chance you can accidentally step on one or bump into one at seashores. Coke might be the first thing you could grab at a beach, relieving your pain and letting you determine if you need further medical assistance.

13. Car battery cleanup

Image Source: lifehacker.co.ukDirty car battery terminals can be wiped clean with a cloth soaked in Coke. Alternatively, pour or spray some and leave it on for a bit. Make sure you disconnect the terminal properly and use rubber gloves!

14. Grease stain removal

It seems like this popular fizzy drink is good for everything! It\\\\’s not just blood stains that can be removed by it, try it out if you ended up dropping some oily food on your favorite pair of pants. No need to scrub, just soak!

15. Prank your friends

Take a bottle of Coke, put a Mentos in, put the cap back. We\\\\’re sure everyone saw a video of this at least once -wait and enjoy the explosion! If you don\\\\’t mind the mess it leaves, this can be a fun trick for a party.

16. Say goodbye to hiccups

We all know how annoying it is when you get hiccups and no matter what you do, you can\\\\’t seem to get rid of the symptom. Get a big bottle of Coke, as cold as possible, and try gargling with it! That should do the trick – and it\\\\’s easier than asking someone to scare you or to try to hold your breath!

17. Windshield cleaner

When it\\\\’s bug season outside, removing dead insects from the windshield can be a pain. Do you need a quick fix to assist your windshield wipers? Pour a can of coke over the soiled area and rinse it off with water after a few minutes.

18. Garage floor stains

It\\\\’s one thing to soak a piece of clothing in Coke to get rid of oily stains, but what about the garage? It works the same way, but you\\\\’ll need larger quantities of the beverage. Soak the floor, let it sit for a bit then grab a hose and rinse it off!

19. Engine cleaner

This only applies to the outside of the engine – do not pour it into the actual compartment! Soak a rag in the sugary liquid, then drape it on the outside, wipe after a little while after it had the chance to dissolve the oil buildup on the engine casing.

20. Congestion relief

This remedy works best with the sugar-laden version of the drink. Bring a cup of Coke to a boil with some thinly sliced ginger, but don\\\\’t let the water evaporate. Drink while hot – it\\\\’s as good as any tea, perhaps even better!

21. BBQ delight

Sugar glaze for meats is the easiest to make with Coke. Mix it with ketchup to get the tangy, but sweet flavor that goes well with anything barbecued over a charcoal grill. It will caramelize, making the outside of the cut of meat extra crispy and tasty.

22. Marinade for tenderizing

Soak tough meats in a Coke marinade to ease the cooking. The sweet taste goes well with some oriental dishes – try combining it with soy sauce and toasted sesame oil!

23. Souvenir coins

Have you found some old, antique coins, but they are so tarnished you can hardly tell the tail from the head? Try to soak them in Coke, then scrub with an old toothbrush to reveal what\\\\’s underneath the patina.

24. Curly hair trick

Hair that\\\\’s prone to be curly or wavy can benefit from Coke because of its phosphoric acid content. The acidity helps to close hair cuticles as well as causing the strands to tighten, which in return enhances curls. It needs to be washed out thoroughly and it\\\\’s best to apply some conditioner as well!

25. Loosening bolts

The most convenient way to remove rust from a stuck bolt that you\\\\’re unable to loosen is Coke. Soak it, spray it or wipe it off with the liquid and voilá! The bolt comes undone with ease. This can work for mason jar caps or other metal bottle caps as well.

26. Clean kitchen tiles

Grimy kitchen floor and stubborn tile grouts can be fixed by a bit of Coke. The grout is notoriously hard to clean without intense scrubbing and there\\\\’s nothing more unsightly than those filthy bits between tiles. Try soaking the grouts with the sugary beverage, then mop the whole floor with clean water.

27. Remove patina from silver

Do you have blackened pieces of silver jewelry? Don\\\\’t worry, just pop them into a glass and fill it with Coke until everything is covered. The same way it cleans pennies, it can remove the patina from silver items, too. Just rinse off the fizzy drink and gently scrub the jewelry to get rid of any leftover dirt.

28. Good for compost

The acidity and the sugar content of Coke seem to work wonders for the garden – at least for plants that prefer acidic soil. If you are collecting compostable material, you can easily dump excess Coke over the compost pile, to enrich this natural fertilizer for future use.

29. Chewing gum removal

Chewing gum getting stuck in hair is a nightmare on its own. There\\\\’s no need to break out the scissors – just dip the hair strand into a glass of Coke – it will weaken the bond between hair and gum enough that you can just peel it off. Easy!

30. Get rid of wasps

If you\\\\’re having a picnic outdoors, bugs might appear, too. Bring some Coke with you and pour a little bit out into a glass and set it some distance away from your table. Wasps will be attracted to the sugary treat while you can enjoy the meal in peace.