A seemingly trivial question: "What do you do with water after boiling potatoes?" Has a second bottom. Of course, we can say, and what I care about. However, when we think about life and the surrounding world in a broader perspective, this message may turn out to be very valuable.
We usually pour it out, after all, why do we need water from potatoes? In addition, it is easier to strain by pouring water into the sink than by catching potatoes in boiling water, or pouring into another dish. It turns out, however, that this water is worth using to be able to enjoy the beauty of potted plants in the home. Of course, such water can not be salted, because then, instead of performing an auxiliary function, it will negatively affect the plant.
Potatoes contain many nutrients that are released during cooking. Many of them are in water, which after cooling can be poured into pots as a natural fertilizer. The most important substances are:
- phosphorus that stimulates root growth
- potassium, which distributes nutrients in the plant and protects the flower against diseases
- starch, supporting seed germination
Fertilizer can be watered once a week with this fertilizer. However, potato water has many other, very interesting features. Many people say that drinking water after boiling potatoes helps to heal kidney stones and strikes. The raw potato itself apparently acts on stomach ulcers, constipation, hyperacidity, nephritis and liver disease. The juice from grated potatoes is effective for pharyngitis.