6 Surprising Uses for Eggshells You Didn't Know About

1. Perfect for Cleaning Pots and Pans – Got stubborn burnt food on your pots or pans that just won't budge? Let eggshells do the trick. Put some crushed eggshells into the cookware, and scrub with a sponge or cloth. The result: while the shells break, your cookware becomes sparkling clean.

2. Your Plants Have Never Looked Better – Want to nourish your plants to extend their lifespan? Place some crushed eggshells in a jar and fill it with water. Use this water to care for your plants.

Another tip is to grind used coffee grounds with eggshells (use a ratio of 4 grams of shells for every gram of coffee grounds) and spread the mixture in your pots and garden.

The result: You get taller, more vibrant plants with an extended lifespan.

3. Laundry Whiter Than Ever – Looking to whiten your laundry in a cheap and creative way? Take a cheesecloth bag, put in a handful of clean eggshells with two lemon peels, and add to your machine. The result: The shells and lemon prevent detergent residue, leaving your clothes whiter than ever!

4. Keep Snails Away –Want to keep snails out of your garden? Just sprinkle crushed eggshells among your flowers. The rough texture stops their advance and protects your garden.

5. A Simple Solution for Sharpening Blades Quickly –Ever wondered how to sharpen your blender blades? It's simple: Freeze eggshells for two days, put them in the blender, add some water and more shells, and turn it on. Your blades will sharpen, making your blender like new! This trick can also sharpen garbage disposal blades. Just add some eggshells and let them do the work!

6. Make Your Own Calcium Supplement at Home – Wash eggshells thoroughly, dry, grind them, and add to a liter of freshly squeezed lemon juice per egg's worth of shells. Cover and let it sit. The lemon juice dissolves the shells, leaving natural calcium citrate, essential for maintaining bone density and preventing osteoporosis, aiding calcium absorption, and strengthening your bones.