Baking soda is a white powder that is traditionally used as a raising agent for baking. It is used in many natural remedies, and on its own for its soothing and neutralizing properties.
USES
• Salt and baking soda in the bath may reduce the effect of minor exposure to X-rays.
• A paste of baking soda and water can be applied to diaper rash to reduce skin inflammation and irritation. • Drink a solution of baking soda and hot water (1 teaspoon to 1 cup [250ml]) to reduce flatulence and ease indigestion. • For bee stings, extract the sting and apply a paste of baking soda and water to neutralize it.
• The juice of half a lemon mixed with 1 teaspoon of baking soda and warm water will help ease a headache. Drink every 15 minutes until the pain begins to recede.
• Brush your teeth with baking soda, a natural whitener which reduces agents causing bad breath.
PROPERTIES
• Anti-infl ammatory, particularly useful for skin conditions
• Natural bleach for teeth
• Alkaline (neutralizes acids)
CAUTION
Baking soda should be used only externally on children and babies. Consult a physician before taking baking soda if you have high blood pressure or heart trouble.
Wednesday, 8 January 2014
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