You're working in the kitchen or the wood shop and you get a minor cut or scrape. What's a good home remedy to stop the bleeding and heal the wound quickly?

WYFF News 4's Carol Goldsmith offered two home remedies, one spicy, one sweet.

Carol said that she found one remedy offered by a woodworker on peoplespharmacy.com.

The woodworker said he keeps a can of black pepper handy to help stop bleeding from small cuts and scrapes.

The recommeded use: Rinse the cut and dry it, then sprinkle on the pepper and cover with a bandage.

Black pepper is reported to help stop bleeding and minimize scarring, Carol said.

Some hikers carry black pepper packets for this purpose because they're light and don't spoil.

Another possible remedy is honey.

"Honey has natural antibacterial properties," nutritionist Ron Veitel said. "Any time you have a cut or burn, you can apply honey to it. The antibacterial properties will help prevent infection and the honey helps seal off the wound."

A light bandage should be used with honey, too.

Carol offers an important warning: If the cut or burn is deep or serious, don't use either pepper or honey -- seek immediate medical attention!

Friday: A home remedy that could help hair loss and smell good while you're at it.