An anti-traffic jam trick
Slow-moving drains? Ground shells, hot water, and a little soap: this simple cocktail can save many calls to the plumber. A gentle yet effective drain cleaner.
Calcium supplements… for everyone!
Did you know that shells contain 90% calcium? Ground into a very fine powder, they can supplement the diet of your pets, birds… and even your own, after being sterilized at high temperatures in the oven . Sprinkle them into a smoothie, a cake, or mixed with sparrow seeds.
A less acidic and milder coffee
Do you find your coffee too bitter? Add a hint of roasted and powdered shells before brewing. They naturally reduce acidity, like a touch of cream… without the calories.
Creative ideas at home
Activities with children or Easter decorations: painting, gluing, or assembling shells allows you to create unique little works of art. It just goes to show that even shells can become artists.
A natural and discreet deodorant
Unpleasant smell in the refrigerator or cupboard? Place some dry shells in a bowl. They absorb bad odors, just like activated charcoal , but more economically.
Eggshells are no longer waste, but truly multifunctional natural solutions . Gardening, cleaning, healing, creating: they can do it all! So, the next time you crack an egg, think about all these possibilities before throwing away the shell.
