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Sugar, more than just a sweetener!

Sugar is much more than just imparting sweetness in our dishes. Let's know how?

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Wonderful Sugar hacks worth reading

Sugar is that one ingredient which has been an indispensable part of our diets, since times immemorial. It holds a record of being one of the oldest ingredients. In connection to this, India is considered to be the home of both sugarcane and sugar manufacturing. Interestingly, sugar manufacturing took pace in India between the 4th and 6th century, where it was carried out through the simple process of crushing the cut pieces of cane through a heavyweight and then boiling its juice. After which it was stirred until solids were formed. The obtained solids were of uneven shape and sizes, termed as ‘sarkara.’ The modern word now, which we call as sugar was derived from this sanskrit word.  

However, did you know that sugar is quite the versatile one which has its uses in so many other things in our day-to-day lives? Proving to be much more than just imparting sweetness in our dishes. Here’s a list where you’ll get to know about all the uses of sugar. Read on…

A natural healer

Tongue burn

It happens quite often that after sipping a cup of our favourite hot drink in haste, we end up burning our tongue. This pain is such that you can’t get your mind off. The best solution to get relieve? Just pop a sugar cube and goodbye pain! 

Wounds/minor cuts 

Considering a worse scenario than this one is when you get bruised or bleed. Well, don’t need to worry at all as the application of sugar accelerates the blood clotting process for minor cuts. Also, it will heal the wound, this happens due to the antiseptic qualities of sugar. 

Blessing for the skin 

Gives a bright look while acting as an exfoliant

Do you actively keep looking up for DIY videos to get glowing and bright skin? Then don’t need to hunt around for beauty tips anymore! As this one is the perfect answer to all your expectations. Sugar is one of the best natural scrubs for the skin and there are various ways to use it. All you need is some coffee and lemon along with this amazing ingredient, and need to scrub it softly. Trust me, you’ll be totally satisfied with the results!  

Treats acne well

Are you tired of trying various remedies to fight back acne yet couldn’t be successful? Then here is the trick, sugar is packed with antiseptic properties which help in keeping the skin free from allergens. Combine sugar with a few drops of coconut oil and a pinch of turmeric. Stay rest assured that you will have unclogged pores and reduced acne/pimples. 

 

Helps in washing away stains 

Are you upset seeing the recent stain of mud or grass you got on your favourite dress? And you’ve tried all possible solutions, but in vain? This can be a true saviour. Make a thick paste of sugar crystals and water, rub it well on the stain, let it sit for about an hour and then wash it. Done with the stain! 

Protects the plants from ants and pests

You have a fascination for plants and possess an adorable garden? That’s nice, but is it a frequent victim of ants and pests? All you need to do is to trick these insects showing them this attractive food mixed with borax and water. Fill it in a bottle and spray it wherever they are seen. You will be amazed to see the results. 

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