Don’t Toss Eggshells—Here’s Why You Should Keep Them
Eggshells are a versatile, nutrient-rich resource with surprising uses in gardening, cleaning, wellness, and crafts. Instead of discarding them, consider these ideas:
- Gardening: Crushed eggshells enrich soil with calcium, prevent blossom end rot in tomatoes, and deter pests like slugs.
- Houseplants: Use eggshell “tea” (soaked shells in water) or mix crushed shells into potting soil for extra nutrients.
- Cleaning: Crushed shells make a gentle scrub for tough grime or hard-to-clean bottles.
- Health: Properly sanitized eggshell powder can be a natural calcium supplement or used in DIY toothpaste.
- Crafts: Create mosaics or use shell halves as seedling planters that decompose in the soil.
To prepare, rinse, boil, or bake shells, then crush or grind as needed. By reusing eggshells, you reduce waste and harness their benefits for your home and garden!
