Baking soda
Baking soda is a powder used in
many desserts and pastries to raise the dough and help it swell when exposed to
heat. It is similar to the well-known baking powder, but the difference lies in
the chemical composition of each of them; Sodium bicarbonate is the main
ingredient, but it is completely pure in baking soda, while it contains
additives in the composition of baking powder.
Chemical composition
Baking soda is composed of sodium
bicarbonate only (NaHCO3), but its secret lies in its interactions with other
substances, such as milk, chocolate, honey, and others. It expands to produce
the well-known dough.
Date of use
Sodium bicarbonate has
historically been known to be used with natron, which means in Arabic the
cleanser, and its use has spread in Egypt, as it was composed of sodium
chloride (table salt), sodium bicarbonate, and calcium nitrate.
Baking soda uses
Baking soda is not only used in
food, but it goes beyond that, and important examples of its uses are the
following:
1. Disinfection and cleaning: Sodium bicarbonate is used as a disinfectant for hands and wounds, and
is also excellent for cleaning surfaces of all kinds; Such as smooth surfaces,
kitchen utensils, household appliances, furniture, curtains, clothes, and
removing oil and grease stains as well.
2. Dental health: The use of sodium bicarbonate helps maintain the health and whiteness
of the teeth, as it can be used as an alternative to toothpaste, or sprayed on
it to remove stains from the teeth, or used as a mouthwash after placing it in
water.
3. Hair cleanliness and shine: Adding one tablespoon of sodium bicarbonate to hair shampoo helps
restore hair's shine and luster, especially with the effect of repeated use of
chemicals in shampoo that is harmful to it.
4. Soothe skin irritation: Sodium bicarbonate is a natural ointment to treat skin irritation,
relieve heat-induced itching, and insect bites as well. It is mixed with water
to make a paste and then left to dry. This process removes toxins, thus
providing appropriate treatment.
5. Acid neutralization: Sodium bicarbonate helps treat heartburn, acid and digestive
indigestion; Because of its alkaline properties, it can be used as an antacid
by mixing a teaspoon of it with ½ cup of water to adjust the acidity.
6. Fighting diseases: The importance of the alkaline properties of sodium bicarbonate lies
in neutralizing acids because it causes many potential problems, such as
arthritis, and various cancers, and thus boosts the immune system and fights
cancer as well.
7. Helping chronic kidney patients: The use of a daily dose of sodium bicarbonate can help those who
suffer from chronic kidney disease to avoid having to dialysis, and can
significantly slow down any progression of the disease.
8. Other uses of sodium
bicarbonate:
1. Antacid.
2. Underarm deodorant.
3. Toothpaste.
4. Face and body scrub.
5. Skin moisture.
6. Reducing skin itching and pain caused by sunburn.
7. Remove strong odors from hands.
8. Reducing rashes for children.
9. Mouthwash for pain relief.
10. Reducing toxic stings and stings.
11. Keep cut flowers longer.
12. Extinguishing small fires in carpets, upholstery,
clothing, and wood.
13. Absorbing unpleasant odors, such as those in the
refrigerator, shoes, socks, or trash cans.
14. Wipe the windshield of the car to repel rain.
15. Use it at drains and windows to repel insects.
16. Spray it on a hair comb or brush to remove unpleasant
skin odor.
It is worth noting that the
excessive use of sodium bicarbonate may cause various side effects, such as
increased thirst, stomach cramps, gas, nausea, severe headache, constipation,
diarrhea, and other abnormal symptoms, in which case it should be stopped. Use
it and see a doctor immediately.
Benefits of other household items
There are a large number of
materials in the home that have many uses and benefits, such as:
White vinegar: White vinegar, which is composed of acetic acid, is known for its many
uses in the kitchen, but its uses go beyond that. It is used in the treatment
of infections and light burns, relieves chest congestion when inhaled, treats
dandruff as well, nail fungus, bad breath, and is also used in cleaning, and
getting rid of various bad odors, and vinegar works to help absorb calcium and
other substances, and helps to Digestion, prevents osteoporosis, and
strengthens immunity.
Oils of all kinds: Different oils have many benefits, as their uses and benefits are
multiple, as castor oil helps, for example, in maintaining skin glasses,
strengthening hair and helping its growth, treating acne, and removing
wrinkles.
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