Currently, with the development of society and technology, unfortunately, wooden dishes are becoming a rarity in the kitchen of modern housewives. But in Russia, wooden dishes have long been considered traditional. Its variety was enormous: from barrels and tubs to small utensils in the form of wooden spoons, glasses and various plates. Our ancestors made kitchen utensils from natural raw materials - from wood and birch bark.
Now wooden dishes have become more refined, decorated with carvings and various ornaments, the shape and quality of processing have become completely different. The most popular cutting boards, shovels, bread bins. The bread, which is stored in a wooden bread box, remains fresh and fragrant for a long time. And various pickles and marinades can not be imagined without a wooden barrel, which will give the products a spicy aroma and incredible taste.
The most important advantage when using wooden utensils is their environmental friendliness and safety. No practicality, cheapness and beautiful design of inexpensive ceramics or stainless steel products can be compared with the naturalness of wood. Indeed, many chemical compounds that are present in modern dishes made from new materials can cause significant harm to human health.
The healing properties of wooden utensils
Wood utensils have a number of special properties. Many psychics believe that wooden utensils transmit the energy of life to a person. It has long been believed that for reconciliation between relatives a huge role was played by wooden utensils. In a quarrel, they forced the porridge to interfere with a spoon from a tree, and then fed this porridge, sitting it at a wooden table.
Alder ware will be able to charge the products stored in it with astral energy. And to protect yourself from the evil eye, put a sprig of lavender in an alder bowl.
Before a serious test or exam, drink tea from a walnut cup. And willow dishes will help manifest in your character of insight and judgment.
It is believed that linden dishes have anti-inflammatory properties, and rowan utensils will help get rid of vitamin deficiency. Birch will give the dishes bactericidal and tonic properties.
Care for wooden products
In order for wooden dishes to serve for many years and retain a magnificent appearance, special care is necessary. Follow simple rules:
- Since the tree is afraid of moisture, do not leave wooden dishes in a humid environment. Wipe dry immediately after washing.
- After prolonged use, wood utensils often darken. To "renew" it, wipe the product first with hydrogen peroxide, and then with warm water.
- To eliminate mold odor, wash dishes with hot water and a little vinegar.
- Wooden spoons painted with fruit or vegetable juice should be boiled in water with the addition of bleach for 15 minutes, then left in cold water for several hours to remove a specific smell.
- The roughness of wooden products is easily eliminated by lightly rubbing with sandpaper.
Using wooden utensils in everyday life, you can not only preserve, but also increase your health due to the healing properties of wood. The aroma and naturalness of products will help to get in touch with nature and recharge with vitality.