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Today, we’ll explore how banana peels can enrich your plants as a natural fertilizer and solve common household problems. Learn simple ways to turn banana peels into potassium-rich fertilizer and discover helpful tips for home remedies and skin care.First, we’ll dive into one of the easiest ways to repurpose banana peels – using them in your garden! Rich in calcium, magnesium, sulfur, phosphorus, and potassium, banana peels can boost plant health, support root growth, repel pests, and promote flowering and fruiting. For a homemade slow-release fertilizer, chop some banana peels and dry them in the sun, a low-heat oven, or a dehydrator. Sun drying may take up to two days, depending on the temperature. Once dried, you can use the peels as they are or grind them into a powder. Sprinkle a couple of tablespoons around your veggies and fruit plants, or mix two tablespoons with a jar of water to nourish your plants. This method slowly releases the peels’ nutrients over time, making them ideal for plants like orchids and bromeliads. Now that you’ve used your banana peels in the garden for compost or fertilizer, what to do if you happen to have a bug bite on your skin? You can gently press the inside of a banana peel onto the bite. Banana peels are rich in polysaccharides, which help reduce swelling and inflammation, relieving itching.Want to keep your skin looking young? Try this easy, natural banana peel face mask! Packed with skin-boosting ingredients, it brightens and nourishes your complexion. Rich in vitamin C and collagen, banana peels help keep skin firm and youthful! Besides caring for your skin, banana peels can also promote oral health. Their antibacterial properties may help reduce gingivitis and improve gum health when gently rubbed on the teeth and gums. However, if you have any significant oral health concerns, always consult your dentist. Let’s learn from Dr. Mandell’s advice. “Take a piece of banana peel, put it in the refrigerator where it’s nice and cold, and rub it on your lips just for a minute or so, upper and lower. This will make it glossier and plump. Take the banana peel, rub it on your teeth. Over time, the minerals will make it whiter, and on your gums, will help kill that bacteria that potentially can cause periodontal disease.”“Let’s look at the benefits of the banana peel on your foot. Leave it in your sock for about an hour. The banana peel contains lots of amino acids and vitamins, which are particularly good for your feet.”Do you have trouble falling asleep after staying up late? Try banana tea! This tea is rich in magnesium and potassium, which helps relax muscles and promote sleep. Make sure that the bananas you use are organic; otherwise, wash and clean the peels thoroughly to reduce any pesticides.
