Beyond the food uses, sea salt is an ingredient that can prove to be a great ally both in cleaning the house and in natural beauty remedies. So what are the alternative uses of salt? Let's find out some of them together.
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Il sale it is a very common ingredient in food and non-food preparations, in particular it is widely used the refined one obtained from evaporated sea water, i.e. sodium chloride composed of a sodium atom (metal) and a chlorine atom (gas).
It is now well established that salt should not be consumed in excessive quantities, especially for people who suffer from hypertension. On the other hand, it must be remembered that the salt itself is necessary for the proper functioning of our body. Of course, we must not overdo it and its intake must be counterbalanced by a correct intake of potassium, as indicated by the WHO. In addition, it is better to choose unrefined cooking salts that can replace the common one.
Il common kitchen salt it can be replaced by whole sea salt, which in addition to simple sodium contains important mineral salts, such as iron, magnesium, calcium, copper and manganese.
Beyond the food uses, sea salt is an ingredient that can prove to be a great ally both in cleaning the house and in natural beauty remedies. So what can the alternative uses of salt? Let's find out some of them together.
Index
Whiten your teeth
whiten your teeth it's possible use on the toothbrush moistened a toothpaste created by mixing 1 tablespoon of fine salt and 2 tablespoons of baking soda. This is a useful solution for removing plaque and keeping gums healthy. However, it is too abrasive to be used every day. It is therefore recommended to use it only Once a week or once every 1 days.
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Anti-dandruff remedy
Salt can be used as remedy against forfora to remove dead skin cells left on the scalp. It's enough massage the skin with salt before shampooing to be able to remove them without using an anti-dandruff product.
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exfoliating scrub
An exfoliating scrub can be obtained with 2 simple ingredients always available in the kitchen: salt e extra virgin olive oil. Mix them in a bowl to obtain a compound whose consistency allows it to be applied to the skin and massaged. Add a few drops of your favorite essential oil and store the scrub in a glass jar. It remains intact for a few weeks.
Remove wine stains
If you have spilled a glass of wine on the tablecloth, collect as much liquid as possible with an absorbent cloth and sprinkle the remaining stains with salt, so that it can continue to absorb the drops of wine. Once the salt has dried, rinse and wash the tablecloth.
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Dehumidify
It's possible dehumidify the rooms of your home placing small glasses or bowls containing coarse salt in the wetter corners. Salt is perfect for absorb moisture. Then it can be left to dry in the sun and reused.
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Clean the sponges
The sponges you use for the shower, for washing dishes or for cleaning the house will last a long time if you use salt for their washing. Add some coarse salt in a basin of cold water in which to dip the sponges. The salt removes bad odors and allows the sponges to last longer.
Bath salts
It is possible to prepare do-it-yourself bath salts, to be poured into the tub or into a basin for the foot bath, simply by mixing coarse salt with a few drops of essential oil of lavender, for a relaxing effect, or eucalyptus, for an energizing and invigorating effect, as well as deodorant.
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Clean the refrigerator
clean the refrigerator it is not necessary to purchase specific products. It is sufficient to dilute a teaspoon of salt up to half a liter of water and spray the liquid obtained on the sponge or cloth that you will use to clean the shelves and the internal door of the refrigerator. So you can disinfect the refrigerator e eliminate bad smells.
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Stains from tea and coffee
White cups and mugs get stained easily if used frequently to hold tea or coffee. Use salt to scrub the stained spots to restore the cups to their shine. Pour in water and salt and leave to rest for a few hours to facilitate cleaning. To whiten also add a teaspoon of sodium bicarbonate.
Clean the silverware
per ottenere a shining silverware immerse the objects you want to clean in water and salt, even in the presence of stains that appear stubborn. Use a basin, for convenience. The remedy is also suitable for normal stainless steel cutlery.
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