New Delhi: Egg is an excellent source of protein, calcium and other essential nutrients. Generally, people throw away egg shells after eating them, but they can be useful in many household purposes. They can be used in cleaning, gardening and skin care.
Some people turn egg shells into powder and use them for skin care. The peels are washed thoroughly, dried and then ground into fine powder. It is used as a scrub when mixed with other ingredients like aloe vera gel. It may help remove dead skin cells, but dermatologists recommend caution.
The use of egg shells in gardening is quite popular. People grind them and mix them in the soil, which provides calcium to the plants and improves the quality of the soil. It is especially beneficial for vegetables and flowering plants.
Egg shells are also used in kitchen cleaning. To clean burnt pots or sinks, some people grind the peels coarsely and mix them with cleaning ingredients. Its coarse particles can help remove grime. However, caution should be exercised when using it on delicate surfaces.
Additionally, some people also use egg shells to keep pests away in the garden. Broken peels are believed to deter small insects and snails from approaching the plants, but there are differing opinions on its effectiveness.
