A to Z Blogging Challenge - X is for Extract

X is for eXtract
As in Adams Best Vanilla Extract and proudly made in TeXas.
(Perhaps I can also knock out W for Andy Warhol Moment?

Did you know that if you take a whiff of vanilla extract before eating, you may eat less?  Vanilla can trick your brain into thinking you've eaten more than you have, so if you listen to your body's cues you will feel fuller sooner.  It's also good for repelling mosquitos - combine equal parts water and vanilla extract in a spray bottle. (2 ounces of each is a good amount) and spray onto your skin.  Mosquitos do not like the smell of vanilla.  Who knew?!