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Oranges are very tasty and healthy. But not their peels. They are like packaging that can be simply thrown away. And indeed, you can. But why? Thanks to natural acids and essential oils, such “waste” easily copes with fat, bacteria and even insects. For example, orange residues can be poured with vinegar and left for 2 weeks - you will get an effective solution for washing the stove or microwave.
For those who do not want to use chemicals in the kitchen, orange peels will be a great solution. If you sprinkle a wooden board with salt and wipe it with a fresh peel, not only stains will disappear, but also unpleasant odors. This method is environmentally friendly and even disinfects the surface of the board. And to scent cabinets or chests of drawers, it is enough to dry the peels, arrange them in fabric bags in drawers or on shelves.
The citrus scent is a natural repellent for many insects. Crushed peels mixed with water can be applied to anthills or places where they usually appear. The procedure must be repeated several times until the insects disappear. It is cheap, environmentally friendly and free of toxins, unlike store-bought aerosols. If you pour vinegar into a jar of peels, cover with plastic wrap and make small holes, then annoying flies will fly in.
By the way, used peels can still be useful. If you throw them in the compost, they will decompose and enrich the pile with nutrients. And you can collect peels gradually, drying them and storing them in a dry place. And as soon as you need them, you will have a sufficient supply. Also, peels can be frozen instead of dried. And you can also make very tasty candied fruits and orange spice for baking from them.
