Top 10 Incredible Non-Edible Uses for Rice

Last Updated on January 7, 2021

#6 – DIY Reusable Rice Heat Packs

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Homemade rice heat packs are super-simple to make, besides, they really work wonderfully. Just a few minutes in the microwave and you’ll enjoy warm packs for nearly an hour.
How to make them?

– Take a piece of cloth material, in half and sew two of the sides so that it looks like a tube of no more than 12 inches by 6 inches with one 6 inch side left open.

– Turn it inside out to hide the rough ends.

– Fill the tube with uncooked rice until it’s almost 2/3 full.

– Fold the remaining side in to hide the rough ends and sew closed.

To use it, heat in the microwave on high temperature for 1 minute or until the desired temperature.

#7 – Rice Face Wash

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This rice face wash is a great way to brighten your skin. Have you ever noticed how Asian women have a nearly perfect skin? Rice water is the answer. Asian women have been using rice water for generations to kindly cleanse their skin and keep it silky, smooth, and youthful. And the result is pretty obvious. Rice water is a natural cleansing option for washing your face and it’s super easy to make. Here’s how:

You can prepare rice water with any type of rice available (white, brown, or jasmine rice). Place 1/2 cup of rice and 2 cups of water into a bowl. For larger amount, increase the rice and water. Boil the mixture for about 15 minutes. Let cool, strain the water, then store or use immediately.
Keep in mind that rice water has a shelf-life of 1 week. So you may consider making only a week-long quantity.

#8 – Rice for Your Dog’s Upset Tummy

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Rice is a natural way that can provide your pet with a calming effect. Rice water, in particular, can be beneficial for your pup’s aching tummy so give some of the warm or cooled rice water to your dog. You may also consider making watery rice porridge by boiling cooked rice in a pot of water or homemade vegetable broth. Remember that rice grains should look mushy. Offer your pooch enough to stay hydrated and store the remaining rice porridge in the fridge for later use.