Why the USSR Put Bay Leaves in Sugar: This Trick Will Come in Handy Today

29.03.2024 22:16

You've probably heard that during the Soviet Union, bay leaves were put in the sugar bowl.

We'll tell you who might find this life hack useful.

Why put bay leaf in sugar

Bay leaf is known to have a distinct spicy aroma.

This spice is ideal for repelling insects that often infest sugar and other bulk products.

If you buy sugar, flour or cereals for future use, it is worth using the bay leaf life hack.

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Storing bulk products in airtight containers also helps prevent insects from appearing in them.

Earlier we talked about why you should keep a piece of chalk in your cutlery drawer.

Timur Khomichev Author: Timur Khomichev Internet resource editor