Salt and lemon has been relied upon for generations as a simple home trick to purify ambient air and neutralize unpleasant odors. Cut into quarters and packed with mineral-rich salt crystals, fresh lemons work continuously to refresh living spaces without chemical sprays.
Materials Needed
- 4 fresh lemons (medium or large, washed and dried)
- 4 to 6 tablespoons of coarse sea salt or kosher salt
- A sharp paring knife
- A small glass dish or ceramic plate
Step-by-Step Preparation
- Slice the top half: Place a lemon upright on your cutting board. Slice down lengthwise through the center, stopping about halfway so the fruit stays connected at the base.
- Make the cross cut: Rotate the lemon 90 degrees and make a second vertical cut, creating a cross shape.
- Pack with salt: Gently pull open the four cut quarters and pack 1 to 2 tablespoons of coarse salt directly into the center core.
- Position in place: Set the prepared salt and lemon on a small glass dish and place it in your kitchen, bedroom, or living room.
How Salt and Lemon Purifies the Air
