Potatoes are known and loved for their versatility which makes them a staple food in many homes. They are a ;uikgood source of vitamins C, vitamin B6, potassium and minerals. Potatoes are also said to contain antioxidants, magnesium and can be viewed as a good source of fibre.
This versatile root vegetable that can be consumed with or without its skin is also known for its many other benefits. We have compile five out of many unusual possible uses of potatoes that you may not have thought of as provided by Rural Sprout.
Reduce Excess Salt from Meals
If you accidentally add too much salt to a soup or stew, potatoes can help you there too. Simply add some chunks of potato to your pot, leave them there for fifteen minutes or so, then remove them. They will have soaked up and absorbed much of the salt. So, your finished dish will not be so heavily salted.
Use Potatoes To Remove Stains from Carpets or Clothing
Potatoes will not only help you remove stains from your hands during food prep and when cooking. They can also be used to remove stains from carpets, clothing or other fabric items. Rub a potato on berry stains or scrub the stain with a raw, grated potato and then rinse with warm water.
Shine Silver With Potatoes
You can use potatoes to get your silver gleaming too. Soak silver items that are dirty or tarnished in the water from boiling potatoes. Leave them for half an hour to an hour, then wash and rinse them. They will shine brightly and look as good as new.
Get Rid of Dark Circles or Bags Under Your Eyes
Place fresh potato slices over your eyes and these will help to reduce the appearance of dark circles. It will also help to reduce puffiness and get rid of bags under your eyes.
Use Potatoes To Clean Windows
Rubbing a potato over glass won’t only work in your garden. It will work inside your home too. To leave your windows gleaming, rub a cut raw potato over them and then wipe them with a clean rag.
Also see: Fruits and vegetable’s immune boosting and mood enhancement benefits
