As we all know, sodium bicarbonate (or bicarbonate of soda) is all time favourite ingredients in raising our cakes. But there are in fact alot of other things you can do with this powder, in particular for some health benefits as well. It is probably due to the anti-inflammatory and neutralizing properties that makes it so useful.
Skin/Eczema/Teeth
The paste of sodium bicarbonate with water can be used on nappy rash to reduce inflammation on babies. This also shows how effective it can be applied onto sensitive skin. Even for chapped lips, you can use sodium bicarbonate in place of toothpaste to brush your teeth as most commercial toothpaste is dry and irritable on the chapped lips. In addition, it can also help to whiten the teeth when the paste is used for brushing them. Do note that it whitens the teeth via abrasion method so try to be gentle to your teeth when brushing.
Indigestion
Indigestion and flatulence is quite common for most of us. To relieve such discomfort, you can mix sodium bicarbonate (1 tsp) in hot water (250ml). It is alkaline in nature and can help to neutralise the acids. Note: As the sodium content in sodium bicarbonate is rather high, it is not suitable for people with high blood pressure and we should only use this method when necessary. Another thing to note is to prepare for diarrhoea after use.
Bee Stings
Due to its neutralizing effect on acid, it is also useful on Bee stings. Simply apply the paste of sodium bicarbonate over to neutralise the sting that is acidic. Besides bee stings, it can also be used for other bug sting that is acidic or poison ivy.
Other Related Articles
1) Alkaline Salt - Bicarbonate of soda
2) Wikipedia -Sodium Bicarbonate
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