Discover a simple and cost-effective way to save money by immersing orange peels in water within a plastic bottle to create a natural cleaner.
Utilizing Orange Peels Oranges are cherished for their high vitamin C content, antioxidant properties, and health benefits, including stress reduction and digestion aid. Available primarily from December to February, oranges also contain beneficial magnesium and potassium. But beyond their health benefits, orange peels have practical uses, particularly in household cleaning due to their citric acid content.
Transforming Orange Peels into a Natural Cleaner To make a natural cleaner from orange peels, follow these steps:
- Peeling the Orange: Efficiently peel the orange to get long strips of peel. You can do this by cutting off the ends of the orange, loosening the peel with a spoon, and then making a vertical cut to remove it in one piece.
- Preparing the Peels: Once peeled, wash the peels with water and a bit of salt to remove any pesticide residues or parasites.
- Creating the Cleaning Solution:
- Place the cleaned orange peels into a clean plastic bottle, filling it halfway.
- Add a teaspoon of baking soda to the bottle.
- Fill the bottle with water, leaving some space at the top to allow for fermentation.
- Fermentation Process: Let the mixture ferment in a dry place out of direct sunlight for about three days, opening the cap daily to release any built-up gas.
Using Your Homemade Cleaner Once ready, the citric acid from the orange peels combined with baking soda creates a powerful cleaning solution. It’s effective for washing dishes and cleaning kitchen surfaces, providing a natural, cost-effective alternative to commercial cleaners.
