Eggs have always been our favorite choice in our meal, be it breakfast, lunch, or dinner. For some Malaysian, a simple meal of plain rice, fried egg, and kicap (soy sauce) is enough to give happiness to the tummy and heart.
There are many benefits that we can get from eating egg as it contains several vitamins and minerals that are suitable for a healthy diet. But how about the eggshells? Actually, we can make use of the eggshells in various ways. Here are five things that you can do with the eggshells.
1. To fertilize the garden
Eggshells can provide calcium carbonate to the soil and also reduce the soil acidity. Started to save some eggshells for your garden. Rinse, dry, and store the eggshells in a container. When you are going to use it, crush some of the eggshells and mix them with the soil. Interestingly, they can also act as a natural repellent to avoid slugs and snails from coming to your garden.
2. Act as a non-toxic abrasive cleaner
Calcium carbonate often found in household cleaning products and it acts as an abrasive cleaner. Now, you can avoid chemical products by using this powdered eggshell mixture for cleaning. Dry the eggshells under the sun or on low heat in the oven for a few minutes. Crush or blend the shells until you can get a fine paste. Mix 1 cup of the powdered shell and 3 cups of baking soda. Add vinegar or water to the mixture when you are about to start the cleaning.
3. To clean a reusable coffee flask
It must be frustrating to see brown stains on the inside of your coffee flask. The next time when you want to clean your flask, add crushed eggshells and hot water into the flask. Close the flask and shake well. Try using this tip when you want to clean your flask and see the difference.
4. To make DIY sidewalk chalk
This is so exciting! You can have a wide range of colors that you want by making your own chalks. You only need to have eggshells, flour, and food coloring to start making them. This can be a fun activity to do with your children at home. Get the full recipe from The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis.
5. To brighten your complexion
It is widely known that the egg white can become a good ingredient in facial treatment. This time, try to add some powdered eggshells together with the egg whites. Apply the mixture onto your face and allow it to dry. Wash your face after it has dried and it’ll give your face a youthful glow.
Sources: The Children’s Museum, rdasia.com