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The domestic use of natural mixtures grows: potato peels, baking soda, and sugar gain popularity
The Government will allocate $20 billion for the direct purchase of surplus potatoes in regions affected by low prices. Photo: Courtesy
TL;DR
- Potato peels, baking soda, and sugar are being repurposed for domestic use.
- For cleaning, the mixture effectively tackles dirt and grease on kitchenware and metallic surfaces.
- The components' properties include starch for dirt reduction (potato peels), degreasing and odor neutralization (baking soda), and abrasion (sugar).
- The cleaning paste is made by crushing peels, mixing with baking soda and sugar, and adding water to form a paste.
- In gardening, the combination serves as a liquid fertilizer, with potato peels offering nutrients like potassium.
- For fertilization, the peels are boiled, cooled, strained, and mixed with baking soda and sugar before watering plants.
- This sustainable practice aligns with the growing interest in eco-friendly and low-cost household solutions.
- The gardening application utilizes sugar to stimulate soil microorganisms and baking soda to control fungi.