Baking soda or sodium bicarbonate is without doubt one of the most versatile ingredients ever. It is not just used for cooking, but it has strong medicinal properties and it can also be used for cleaning. This is why in today’s article we decided to present you a list of the best 15 uses it offers. Let’s take a look.
DIFFERENT USES OF BAKING SODA
1. Can be used as a natural deodorant- to prevent the exposure to toxins and other harmful substances present in store-bought deodorants, make your own deodorant with baking soda. You can find different recipes online.
2. It can alleviate insect bites- just dilute it with some water and apply it to the affected areas to reduce the itching and discomfort.
3. Stops heartburn- mix a glass of water and a tsp of baking soda and drink it. The heartburn will soon be gone.
4. Make quality facial scrub- water and baking soda is the ideal scrub against blackheads, wrinkles, etc.
5. Speed up the hair growth- rinse the hair with baking soda and water before shampooing it.
6. Lower the visibility of stretch marks- rub the affected areas with baking soda.
7. Treat halitosis- to fight off halitosis, drink baking soda and water mixture.
8. Whiten the teeth- before you brush them with your regular toothpaste; brush them with some baking soda to increase their whiteness.
9. Soften peas and beans- for an easier and quicker preparation; soak the beans and peas in baking soda and water for half an hour before cooking.
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