Whether we create it or not, rice is much more than food; it turns out that this multifaceted ingredient can be your best ally at home if used in the right way. Here are seven ways rice changes roles, steps out of the plate, and saves you in life:

1.- Cleans jars and bottles

Do you remember how difficult it is to clean a narrow container? Not everyone has small hands, and cleaning unreachable corners can be frustrating. We recommend using rice; just pour a tablespoon into the container followed by some warm water. Let it sit for a few minutes, shake out the liquid, and then empty the container. You'll have crystal-clear glass as a result.

2.- Rescue your cellphone

In fact, it’s not just your mobile phone; you can also use this trick with any small-sized electronic device. The idea is that if your device gets wet, all you have to do is remove the battery and immerse it in white rice. We swear it works; it attracts moisture and gets it functioning again.

3.- Measure the heat

We know that when frying, it's crucial not to introduce the food until the oil is at the right temperature. To know when it reaches its perfect cooking level, drop a couple of grains of rice into the oil; if they float and start to cook, then you have the green light.

4.- For your salt

This old trick never goes out of style and is used both in homes and restaurants. The idea is to introduce a few grains of rice into your salt shakers, and they will take care of removing any blockage. This way, you can use the salt without having to open the shaker looking for clumps.

5.- For ripening

If you can't wait for your fruits to reach their optimal state, place them in a container full of rice; this will speed up the ripening process. Just remember to check them a couple of times a day so they don’t overripen.

6.- Perfect skin

Many times we overdo it with water when cooking rice, but this doesn’t have to be a hassle. Just save that water, preferably if you were preparing brown rice, and use it for your skin. Just let it cool and massage your body with a sponge, and that water, which is rich in vitamin E, will give your skin a radiant glow.

7.- Clean the impossible

If you love coffee and spices, you probably have a grinder to grind and get the maximum freshness out of your products. If so, you know that grinder is difficult to clean, but in reality, all you have to do is remove the larger clumps and then grind a little rice. This will break up the clumps and leave your machine 100% clean.

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