I read a tip the other day about using white vinegar as a replacement
for commercial rinse agents in the dishwasher. I needed to refill the
dispenser anyway, so I decided to give vinegar a shot. This is the
third load I've run and my dishes are squeaky clean. Yes, I can
actually feel (and hear) the difference. I was afraid my glasses
would come out spotty, but that hasn't been a problem so far.

So, try it the next time you need to refill your rinse dispenser and
see if vinegar works for you. YMMV because my tap water is naturally
soft, but I think it's worth a shot anyway.

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Food is an important part of a balanced diet.