Fruits contain essential nutrients such as fiber and vitamins that our bodies need to stay healthy. Typically, when we eat fruit, we consume the fleshy part and discard the peel. However, don’t throw those peels away! With a little creativity, you can turn waste into a treasure trove of incredible benefits.
**Methods to Reuse Fruit Peels**
**Fermentation*
It’s a waste to throw away fruit peels, and it can also contribute to environmental pollution. In reality, it only takes three simple steps to transform these discards into eco-friendly microbial fertilizer.
Instructions:
1. Get a jar with a lid, some fresh fruit peels (orange, tangerine, apple, banana, etc.), and some brown sugar. Clean the jar, fill it with clean water up to the 60% mark, and use a pen to mark the date on the jar.
2. Add the brown sugar and fresh peels to the jar in a 3:1 ratio. The more diverse the fruit and vegetable peels, the better. Leave 20% space in the jar to prevent the liquid from expanding and overflowing during fermentation.
3. Once all the ingredients are in, tightly close the lid and give it a gentle shake to mix. It will be ready to use after about three months of fermentation. Note that during the first month, you should open the lid daily to release the built-up gas and prevent the jar from expanding.
**Benefits of Fermented Fruit Peel Solution**
**1. Plant Fertilizer**
Houseplants that are yellowing, small, or slow-growing due to a lack of nutrients can benefit from this solution made from fruit peels. Since the fermented solution contains active sugars, organic acids, vitamins, and enzymes, it can be quickly absorbed by plants, promoting their growth and health.
**2. Pesticide Remover**
When washing fruits and vegetables, add 50 grams of the enzyme solution to the water and soak the produce for 30 minutes to effectively remove any residual pesticides and heavy metals.
**3. Odor Neutralizer**
The diluted enzyme solution can be used as an air freshener. A few sprays in a room can effectively eliminate odors and leave a pleasant, fruity fragrance.
**4. Mold Remover**
Kitchen and bathroom areas, which are often damp, can develop mold that is challenging to clean. Simply spray the enzyme solution on the mold, and it will wipe away easily, performing better than chemical cleaners.
**5. Degreaser**
For homemakers, greasy dishes and pans can be a nightmare to clean. However, with this enzyme solution, you only need to spray it on the grease a few times, rinse with water, and the grease will be gone, leaving a fruity scent behind.
**By An Nhien – Vietnamnet**
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