In many German kitchens, rice is now a popular alternative to pasta or bread. After all, it is not only quick and easy to prepare, but can also be combined in a variety of ways. It is also relatively low in calories and healthy.
Did you know that you can not only eat the grains, but also use them for all sorts of household problems?
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For example, you can simply place a smartphone that has been damaged by water and moisture in raw rice overnight to draw the water out of the cell phone.
And rice water – the water you use to wash the rice before cooking – is a real miracle cure for flawless skin and beautiful hair.
Rice can now also be in the wardrobe
A jar of raw rice grains can also help in your wardrobe.
Often, even slightly damp laundry can quickly cause a musty smell in the wardrobe. If it is not ventilated regularly, moisture will accumulate in the cupboard over time. This promotes the formation of fungi, which are responsible for the musty smell.
You can combat the disgusting smell with rice in a cloth bag between the hangers or in an open jar. This is because the rice absorbs ambient moisture when dry. This works both when cell phones get wet and when the air in the closet is humid. You should replace the grains about every two weeks.
You can also use rice as a scent dispenser in the closet. To do this, mix it with a few drops of a fragrance oil of your choice. We recommend, for example Lavender oil – not only does it smell your clothes, the fragrance oil also drives away moths.
This article also appeared on Bunte.de.
