Because the space under the bed is small, and the airflow is slow, humidity can easily cause unpleasant musty odors.

Pepper is a popular spice in kitchens, known for its hot, spicy flavor, which enhances the taste of many dishes. However, few people know that pepper also has many other uses in everyday life.

Place a handful of pepper under the bed, and a miracle will happen.

• Prevents odors, eliminates mustiness

The area under the bed is often overlooked when cleaning. Due to the small space and slow airflow, humidity can easily lead to the growth of unpleasant musty smells. To eliminate these odors, you can place a handful of pepper under the bed. This will help make the space under the bed smell fresher.

A miracle happens when you place a handful of pepper under the bed—only now do I know.

• Repels insects

In addition to its odor-neutralizing properties, pepper also has disinfectant properties, killing parasites and preventing the growth of harmful bacteria. Furthermore, pepper can repel mosquitoes. Therefore, placing a handful of pepper under the bed helps eliminate parasites, repel mosquitoes, and ensures a good night’s sleep for you and your family.

You can also sprinkle pepper on windowsills or around flower pots to prevent mosquitoes from breeding and entering.

Other uses of pepper in daily life

• Eliminates shoe odors

After wearing shoes, they can develop unpleasant smells due to sweat, which creates an environment for bacteria to grow, causing odor. Many people immediately think of using specialized deodorant sprays, but you can also eliminate shoe odors using pepper.

All you need to do is place some pepper in your shoes. After one night, the odor will disappear. However, this is just a temporary solution. To keep your shoes clean and fresh, you should still wash them regularly.

A miracle happens when you place a handful of pepper under the bed—only now do I know.

• Eliminates bathroom odors

Odors in the bathroom can be especially strong in summer or on humid days. These odors can also attract insects such as mosquitoes and cockroaches, which are unpleasant for daily life.

To address this, place a handful of pepper in the bathroom. The fragrance from the pepper will help neutralize odors and repel insects effectively.

Additionally, you can place pepper in the refrigerator or closets to eliminate bad smells.

• Prevents pests in plants

Pepper can be considered a "protector" for plants. To use it, place a handful of pepper in water and boil for 2-3 minutes to release the components of the pepper into the water. When the water turns dark brown, turn off the heat and allow it to cool.

Strain out the pepper and crush it, then add it to the water and put it in a spray bottle. Spray this water on the branches and leaves of your plants to effectively prevent pests.

Pepper is effective in pest control because insects dislike the hot scent. However, you shouldn’t overuse this method; spraying your plants with pepper water twice a week is sufficient.

A miracle happens when you place a handful of pepper under the bed—only now do I know.

• Repels rice weevils

Rice weevils dislike hot, spicy odors, especially the scent of pepper. Therefore, you can place a bag of pepper in your rice storage to prevent rice weevils from infesting it.

Note that for the above uses, it’s best to use whole peppercorns. Also, because pepper is small, it’s better to place it in a fabric pouch for convenience.