You thought baking soda was just useful for baking and to deodorize the fridge, but it does so much more!
What’s even better, your Arm & Hammer won’t cost you an arm and a leg at about a buck a box. Check out all the amazing uses below from heartburn to teeth cleaning whitening to unclogging a drain.
1. Natural Deodorant
Aluminum is toxic! In fact, it’s been consistency detected in people stricken with Alzheimer’s (among other diseases…). So it’s best to avoid cooking with it or using personal products containing aluminum. Most antiperspirants contain aluminum. Use baking soda instead. You can make a little paste by adding a little water with a bit of baking soda, or simply use it like baby powder dry spreading it under the arms.
2. Heartburn and Indigestion
Neutralizing stomach acid with over-the-counter antacids commonly contain bicarbonate–baking soda! Avoid the other toxic ingredients in those meds by just using the baking soda and see how effectively it can work–even for ulcer pain.
Dissolve ½ teaspoon of baking soda in about 6-8 oz water. You can then take this every two hours (do not take more than seven ½ teaspoons in 24 hours, or three ½ teaspoons if you’re over 60).
As with all heartburn/indigestion remedies and meds, it is not safe to take these on a consistent basis as it can cause serious electrolyte and acid/base imbalances. Always search for the root cause for a permanent solution.
3. Natural Tooth Paste
Regular toothpaste is toxic from the fluoride (yes, look at the label!) and does not optimally remove plaque. Baking soda helps remove plaque and is a natural antibacterial agent. I make my own toothpaste by adding baking soda, Himalayan sea salt, 3% hydrogen peroxide, activated charcoal powder and a few drops of peppermint essential oil to feel minty fresh. Simply brush with mixture and spit out the remains. My teeth seriously have never felt so clean!
4. Exfoliator and to Soak Feet
Simply make a paste made from three parts of baking soda combined with one part water and exfoliate face and body. A soothing foot soak can be made by adding three tablespoons of baking soda to a tub of warm water. You can scrub your feet with a baking soda paste for additional exfoliation.
5. Detoxifying Bath
Add 1/2 cup of baking soda and 2 cups of epsom salt for a soothing and so relaxing toxin elimination bath. Crank up the heat so your pores all open to take in the benefits for this ultimate spa-like soak.
6. Removes Splinters
Add a tablespoon of baking soda to a small glass of water, then soak the affected area twice a day. Many splinters will come out on their own.
7. Hand Cleanser
Can’t get the smell of onions or garlic out of your fingers? Mix three parts baking soda with one part of water to make a natural hand cleanser that will scrub away dirt and neutralize odors.
8. Migraine headaches
Add 1-2 teaspoons of baking soda to 8 oz of water. Many of our clients have sworn by this trick when feeling the effects of going off coffee.
9. Bites and Poison Ivy
Try rubbing dry powder onto the skin or apply a paste made of baking soda and water to help relieve itching. Baking soda helps to relieve minor skin irritation and itching by neutralizing toxins and irritants on your skin’s surface.
10. Effective Household Cleaner
- Make a paste with water to bathroom shower and tub
- Sprinkle it on stinky carpeting and leave for 15 minutes and then vacuum.
- Use it in the wash as a non-toxic fabric softener by adding 1 cup to a load of wash.
- Add apple cider vinegar to some baking soda, let it bubble. Then use it as a safe alternative to unclog drains.
- Sprinkle it in stinky shoes to deodorize.
