5 ways to use eggshells in the garden and at home

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Eggshells are 95% calcium carbonate, so many people use this element in the garden and at home. There are at least five ways to use them in everyday life and at the dacha.

Repels pests

A not too finely crushed shell can stop pests. For example, slugs that are injured by sharp edges.

Feed for poultry

Chickens and ducks will happily eat eggshells. At the same time, they often eat their own eggs to make up for the lack of calcium carbonate.

Coffee additive

Crushed eggshells are put in coffee to reduce the bitterness and acidity of the drink. This method is for amateurs, but there is a certain demand for this life hack.

Homemade toothpaste

Enthusiasts who like to experiment and find non-standard options have learned how to make toothpaste from eggshells.

Whitens clothes

The hostess was told the following method: put eggshells in a dense woven bag along with lemon slices. They claim that this product can whiten yellowed items.