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What is soda
This acidic salt of carbonic acid is scientifically called sodium bicarbonate, sodium bicarbonate or sodium bicarbonate (formula NaHCO3). A common name is baking soda, baking soda, or baking soda. Each housewife can find it in the kitchen or in the medicine cabinet.
Two millennia ago, soda was mined from special lakes, evaporating it on a fire. In the XNUMXth century, people learned how to obtain “magic powder” by artificial means. It is known that sodium bicarbonate is the “enemy” of pharmacies. This readily available and inexpensive substance replaces many drugs.
Baking soda is a spice. Are you surprised? Spices include: sugar, salt, vinegar, starch, gelatin, etc.
Baking soda: medicinal properties
- has antimicrobial action;
- neutralizes acids;
- antitoxic substance;
- has a bactericidal effect;
- has anti-inflammatory properties.
What soda heals
- for sore throat, gargle. Cooking “sea” water: in a glass of warm water 1/4 tsp. sodium bicarbonate + 1/4 tsp salt + 1 drop of iodine;
- for rinsing the nose and rinsing the throat;
- treats colds;
- relieves severe cough;
- with stomatitis (5 grams per glass of warm water);
- cleanses the body of toxic substances;
- relieves heartburn;
- effectively treats burns. Apply a cotton pad or bandage moistened with a solution to the burn site (5 grams of soda per glass of water or vegetable oil). After 5-7 minutes, the pain will pass and there will be no blisters;
- cleanses the skin of acne and inflammation. Mask: 40 gr. oat flour + 5g. sodium bicarbonate. Mix and dilute with water until a slurry is obtained. Apply to face. Rinse off after 20 minutes. Course – 10 days;
- treats arrhythmia in a folk way. Drink soda water daily (mornings and evenings). Why dilute 0 tsp. sodium bicarbonate in a third of a glass of warm water;
- cleansing the body and removing toxins. Take a warm bath 1-2 times a week (100 grams of soda per bath). Procedure time 60 minutes;
- inhalation: 1 liter. water 20 gr. soda. Boil. Breathe over steam for 10 minutes. The solution is suitable for an inhaler;
- smoking cessation. Rinsing the mouth with a saturated soda solution causes an aversion to tobacco. Be careful! Doses should be small;
- treatment of thrush: douching and washing with soda solution.
Soda harm
Contraindications:
- with stomach and duodenal ulcers, gastritis, duodenitis;
- uncontrolled use of soda can provoke nausea, bloating and stool disturbance;
- often use sodium bicarbonate for oral administration is unacceptable! This will lead to a violation of the acid-base balance in the body and alkalization of the blood.
- always consult your doctor if you decide to self-medicate. We are all different. What is good for one person does not suit for another.
Soda: application
Sodium bicarbonate is used for more than just treatment. In everyday life, he also helps out!
In the kitchen
- so that peas and beans are boiled, soak them for 2-3 hours, adding a teaspoon of soda to the water;
- wash fruits (for example, apples, grapes, plums) like this: place them in a bowl of water, add a pinch of baking soda. Rinse after 2-3 minutes;
- dry fruits that you bought on the market, before cooking, hold them in a soda solution for 30 minutes, then rinse and cook.
Soda: home use
- Sodium bicarbonate will help with clogged sink or tub pipes. Pour a glass of baking soda into the drain hole of the sink, add 0,5 cups of any vinegar. Do not be alarmed by the hiss – the cleaning process has begun. After 15 minutes, turn on the tap for a minute. Your pipes are fine!
- perfectly cleans pots, china, forks and spoons. Everything will shine! All you need is your hands, a damp cloth (sponge) and a pinch of baking soda;
- if an unpleasant odor appears in the refrigerator, place an open container of soda on its shelf;
- a napkin dipped in a soda solution will help to wash the refrigerator;
- For carpet cleaning: Sprinkle dry baking soda on the surface of the carpet. Vacuum after 1-2 hours;
- the coveted powder will wonderfully clean the countertop and tiles;
- if you mix soda and lemon juice (1: 1), you get a wonderful bleach for washing clothes and towels;
- To quickly get rid of the smell of onions on your hands, use baking soda instead of soap. Then apply hand cream;
- add some baking soda to the flower vase. Flowers will last longer;
- the non-toxic agent will wonderfully wash canning jars and baby dishes. Removes plaque from a teapot or coffee maker;
- when washing in a washing machine, add 50 gr. soda. The water will be soft and the drum will not build up. An excellent substitute for calgone!
Video
Learn more in this video “Baking soda: health benefits and harms”
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