Usually, the water left after cooking potatoes is poured into the sink without any hesitation. At the same time, we do not even think about what a valuable product potato broth is. You will be surprised how many possible ways to use it. I will share the most useful ones.
Body care
Our grandmothers also used potato water to take care of their nails and the skin of their hands. Nothing prevents you from also exploiting its emollient properties.
Plant nutrition
If you boil potatoes in unsalted water, use it as a fertilizer for flowers. Potassium, magnesium, iron and phosphorus will stimulate root growth and leaf development throughout the year. You can apply this fertilizer 2-3 times a month.
Cleaning the kettle
Fill the kettle with potato broth and leave overnight. In the morning, drain the water with limescale and rinse the kettle thoroughly.
Restores shine to jewelry
A safe and effective alternative to abrasives that can scratch precious metals. To make your decorations shine like new, just leave them for half an hour in the water in which you boiled the potatoes. Then rinse and dry.
Base for various dishes
You can also use the decoction without leaving the kitchen. It will be an excellent base for soups and sauces. The important thing is that they do not require thickening, since potato starch will give the dish the desired consistency.
Refreshing tonic
Due to its high starch content, women use the decoction as a facial tonic. This liquid rejuvenates the skin and reduces the number of wrinkles and fine lines.
Hair strengthening
Potato water is a natural rinse that strengthens hair, gives it strength and shine. The decoction contains amino acids and B vitamins, prevents dandruff and solves the problem of dry scalp.