Sometimes we find the most unexpected things in the most unexpected places – especially when we are working hard to live a more green life. From recycling to reuse, so many household items can be used in ways that are totally surprising. Have you ever thought about something as simple as salt? Salt is used in cooking all the time – it’s definitely a household staple. But, did you know salt can do so many more things than add flavor to food? Check out this list of surprising ways to use salt – and let me know if I missed any!
7 Surprising Ways to Use Salt
- Toothpaste. Try a combo of baking soda and salt for a great organic toothpaste or gargle with a little salt water for a fresh mouth.
- An exfoliator – salt is a great natural exfoliator (think sea salt scrub!).
- Stain remover. Soak your stained shirt in cold saltwater to pull of stains like wine or blood.
- Storing cheese. Wrap your cheese in a saltwater soaked napkin to prevent mold (this is a time-tested technique used by cheese makers around the world).
- A deodorizer – have stinky feet? Use a little bit of salt to scrub off dead skin, you can even add some essential oils.
- As cleaner. Clean your kitchen counters and sink with a salt scrub – it’s great for getting rid of stains.
- Itch relief. Use a cloth soaked in saltwater to relieve the itch from bug bites.
How about you – got any surprising uses for salt? Please share!
