If you simply throw away the potato water after boiling, you are making a serious mistake.
Because it is not only an all-rounder in the household.
Potato water
should not be
dumped down
the
drain
, as it has many beneficial properties.
The
potato
brew
is a real miracle cure in the
household
- e.g.
as a personal care product and for processing food.
However, there is one important point that consumers
must observe
when using
potato
water.
Offenbach - The
potato
- whether in spring, summer, autumn or winter, is served by many Germans in a wide variety of forms and preparation methods.
Whether as boiled or boiled potatoes, french fries or croquettes: Hardly any other vegetable is so diverse.
Not only the tuber itself is tasty and has many properties, the
potato
water left over after cooking
is also plentiful.
But many
consumers
simply
dump the
water
down the drain.
Don't just dump potato water: it contains numerous minerals
Potato water
contains numerous
minerals
such as
iron
,
magnesium
,
phosphorus
and
potassium
.
These substances are not only good for
humans
,
plants also
need them to grow faster and healthier.
If the brew has cooled down after boiling, it is ideal as a
fertilizer
for watering indoor, balcony and garden plants.
However, under no circumstances should salt be in the water, as this is harmful to the plants.
Potato Nutrients | Amount per 100 grams |
---|---|
Calories | 77 kilocalories |
protein | 2 grams |
carbohydrates | 17 grams |
fat | 0 grams |
Fiber | 2 grams |
water | 79 grams |
Potato water: Great help in the household with cleaning
Potato water is
also of great help in the
household
.
Especially surfaces and objects made of plastic can be ideally freed of dirt and grime with the brew.
Window and door frames, laminate floors and plastic kettles shine in new splendor.
The “myHOMEBOOK” portal has tried the household tip once and comes to the conclusion: “The lifehack with
potatoes
for plastic works.” Frying pans and pots can also be cleaned.
In fact, the
potato water
can also help if it is simply thrown away.
The strength in the brew helps to
dissolve
dirt
in the
drain
.
However, the
water
should be
poured
hot and still boiling into the drain, then it will work its best.
But be careful with plastic pipes: boiling water can damage them.
Beauty product: Potato water can do the body good
The brew is also suitable as a beauty product.
Potato water
can help keep the skin healthy and soft again.
The reason: The strength in the liquid ensures that the skin can absorb moisture better again.
If you suffer from rough
hands
, especially on cold days, this is a big problem, you should
keep them
in lukewarm
potato
water for a few minutes
.
Do not
dry your
hands with a
towel
afterwards
, otherwise the starch will come off immediately.
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Hands reach for potatoes in a field.
© Uwe Anspach / dpa
Potato
water
can also
help
the
hair
: it should be applied as a cure after the potatoes have been boiled and washed off thoroughly later.
This makes the hair stronger and more intense in color.
The water should even help against gray hair.
Potato water is ideal for hearty dishes: Consumers must observe the advice
It doesn't have to be drunk straight away, but
consumers
can
also
use
potato
water
in the
kitchen
.
The
liquid
can be
stirred
into
soups
and
sauces
; not only are the minerals it contains optimal, the brew also intensifies the taste of hearty dishes.
Homemade
bread also
gets
a special touch
from
potato
water.
Please note: If the
potato water is
to be used after cooking, it is important that the
potatoes
do not have any green spots.
This contains the poisonous substance
solanine
, because it is not destroyed when heated and passes into the
water
.
With mild poisoning, symptoms such as
diarrhea
,
nausea
,
vomiting
and
headache,
as well as sore throat occur.
If a person ingests large amounts of solanine, the consequences are serious.
Poisonous solanine is also produced in sprouting potatoes.
And of course, the
potatoes
should be
thoroughly cleaned of soil and dirt before cooking, if the brew is then used for food.
So
you shouldn't pour the
potato
water down
the
drain
.
(Tim Vincent Dicke)