http://www.earthclinic.com/Remedies/baking_soda.rss http://www.earthclinic.com/template_img/logo.jpg http://www.earthclinic.com/Remedies/baking_soda.rss Baking Soda Cures - various ailments cured or healed with baking soda. Fri, 19 Mar 2010 15:04:55 EDT en-us http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/baking_soda.html&name=ALUMINUM_40028 /Remedies/baking_soda.rss1 Sun, 14 Mar 2010 11:58:09 EDT Earth Clinic from writes: "For those wondering about the aluminum content in Arm & Hammers baking soda, here's an excerpt from a recent Mark Sircus newsletter: http://sodiumbicarbonate.imva.info/index.php/administration-methods/product-quality-and-cost/ ..."Though I have been using Bob's Red Mill sodium bicarbonate I have recently received two boxes of Arm and Hammers and I sat for quite a while admiring their boxes and all the information on them. I have been in touch directly with the company and have been reassured of its absolute purity meaning there is no aluminum in it. Arm and Hammers is as aluminum free as Bob's Red Mill, which advertizes itself specifically to be aluminum free, and in the process has convinced most people I know that Arm and Hammers has aluminum when it does not.... " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/baking_soda.html&name=FLU_39111 /Remedies/baking_soda.rss2 Sat, 20 Feb 2010 10:59:58 EST Bill from San Fernando, Philippines writes: "An Old Baking Soda Flu Cure Hi Everyone...I found an old letter, written by a prominent physician in 1924 -- a Dr Volney S. Cheney -- to Church and Dwight concerning the use of a certain well-known brand of Baking Soda that we all know. Here is his letter which is shown for historic interest only: "In 1918 and 1919 while fighting the 'Flu' with the U. S. Public Health Service it was brought to my attention that rarely any one who had been thoroughly alkalinized with bicarbonate of soda contracted the disease, and those who did contract it, if alkalinized early, would invariably have mild attacks. I have since that time treated all cases of 'Cold,' Influenza and LaGripe by first giving generous doses of Bicarbonate of Soda, and in many, many instances within 36 hours the symptoms would have entirely abated. Further, within my own household, before Woman's Clubs and Parent-Teachers' Associations, I have advocated the use of Bicarbonate of Soda as a preventive for "Colds," with the result that now many reports are coming in stating that those who took "Soda" were not affected, while nearly every one around them had the "Flu." Recommended dosages from the A & H Company for colds and influenza back in 1925 were: During the first day take six doses of half teaspoonful of A & H Bicarbonate of Soda in glass of cool water, at about two hour intervals. During the second day take four doses of half teaspoonful of A and H Bicarbonate of Soda in glass of cool water, at the same intervals. During the third day take two doses of half teaspoonful of A and H Bicarbonate of Soda in glass of cool water morning and evening, and thereafter half teaspoonful in glass of cool water each morning until cold is cured." That's the way they alkalized in the old days...!! The letter is taken from the WellSphere(discussion forum) website here: http://www.wellsphere.com/healthy-living-article/overlooked-150-year-old-household-cleaner-a-remedy-for-swine-flu/961373 " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/baking_soda.html&name=ENERGY_38367 /Remedies/baking_soda.rss3 Thu, 04 Feb 2010 09:32:15 EST [YEA] Oneeyebrow from London, Uk writes: "can you overdose on baking soda? i found this link http://www.umm.edu/ency/article/002749all.htm how much is too much? I tried the lemon and baking soda solution earlier and im sure my tongue has less white on it. I feel more energetic now too not sure if its the solution or my workout in the gym? im cautious tho after reading the other article " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/baking_soda.html&name=CHILDREN_38204 /Remedies/baking_soda.rss4 Sun, 31 Jan 2010 13:13:00 EST [QUESTION] Mary Anne from Virginia Beach, Va writes: "why should children under 5 NOT be given baking soda?" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/baking_soda.html&name=HBP_38238 /Remedies/baking_soda.rss5 Sun, 31 Jan 2010 21:52:40 EST [QUESTION] Angie from Cuernavaca, Morelos, Mexico writes: "Baking soda and high blood pressure Hi I too am a fan of EC and find everything so very interesting,I would like to ask whether someone who has high blood pressure due to (apparently) Chronic kidney disease should take the baking soda remedy as baking soda has salt in it (Am I right?) I have read much about baking soda being so good for people with kidney problems, but the blood pressure worries me, would appreciate some good and sound advice and dosage. Thanks very much " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/baking_soda.html&name=ANTI-ACID_37984 /Remedies/baking_soda.rss6 Tue, 26 Jan 2010 20:19:51 EST Barbara from Greenbrae, Ca writes: "I have been researching all the info I can find about whether it's safe to take baking soda to reduce acid in the stomach/body. (I have gastritis and GERD). The conclusive evidence I've found states that NO, it isn't safe-- if you add bicarbonate to the stomach and blood directly, over time it actually interferes with the body's natural ability to produce necessary acid for digestion. For example, many OTC remedies such as Tums aren't made to be taken on a regular basis, just for an emergency aid now and then. So I just wanted to share this perspective, since so many folks are adding baking soda to ACV, or drinking it alone on a daily basis. I'm going for barley juice to alkalinize, plus the proper diet, supplements, etc.. Barbara" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/baking_soda.html&name=AP_37787 /Remedies/baking_soda.rss7 Thu, 21 Jan 2010 09:31:23 EST Skip from French Lick, Indiana writes: "ATHLETES ARE TAKING A MIXTURE OF 20 MG OF BAKING SODA IN A GLASS OF COLD WATER BEFORE AN EVENT TO GIVE THEM AN ENERGY SURGE. THIS IS CALLED "SODA DOPING".THE COMBINATION OF BAKING SODA AND ACV FORMS CARBON DIOXIDE GAS, RESULTING IN A WEAKENED SOLUTION OF BOTH SUBSTANCES." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/baking_soda.html&name=STOMACH-ACID_37516 /Remedies/baking_soda.rss8 Sat, 16 Jan 2010 11:39:22 EST [QUESTION] Phil from Dearing, Ga/usa writes: "Hello to all. I was wondering about some things I have read and need to know the differance. It is said as people get older that their stomach acid decreases and maybe Iodine should be supplemented. Then it is said to take baking soda on an empty stomach before meals to help with alkalinty. My questions is... Would the baking soda decrease stomach acid futher or is there a differance???Someone please answer this if you know. Also, say I want to use blackstrap molasses for sweet tea, instead of sugar. I currently use a half of cup of sugar per gallon of tea. How much Blackstrap would be equivalent? Thanks in advance!" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/baking_soda.html&name=SKIN_37454 /Remedies/baking_soda.rss9 Thu, 14 Jan 2010 22:15:13 EST Phoenix75 from Carmel, Ca, U.s.a. writes: "I used baking soda, as an exfoliant, on my hands and arms; it made them super soft and worked wonderfully!!" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/baking_soda.html&name=THRUSH_36983 /Remedies/baking_soda.rss10 Mon, 04 Jan 2010 10:58:32 EST [BETTER BUT WITH SIDE EFFECTS] Hamida from Mombasa, Kenya writes: "Well I have been on n of suffering from thrush a lot. My GP suggested that I should take soda bi carb instead of flucozonale on n off. I take 1/2 tsp of soda bi carb to a full glass of water and dilute it. I find my thrush to subside but after starting to take it a few days I find a lot of just plain discharge as water, no smell nothing just water and then it disappears. After considering all this I just want to know if by taking this is it harmful as I don't take it always only when I feel irritation to start so I take it for some few days and walla it subsides. Also during intercourse I feel pain and then after I see slight blood. Do you think that it cud be the cause of it or what???. I have started to be in the menopause category since about 6 months.Thanks will appreciate yr help." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/baking_soda.html&name=ALUMINUM_36954 /Remedies/baking_soda.rss11 Sun, 03 Jan 2010 11:19:05 EST [QUESTION] Sheena from Glasgow, Scotland writes: "Bicarbonate of Soda / Sodium Bicarbonate & Aluminum I would like to find out if anyone knows if Dr Oetker (Supercook) Bicarbonate of Soda contains aluminum. This is the stuff commonly on sale in supermarkets in the UK. I have searched online for information on this to no avail. Ted suspects that aluminium causes skin tags. I've recently developed several skin tags and wonder if this has anything to do with me using bicarb. I'd hate to think that this gem of a remedy is causing problems, but I can't help but link the two. Thanks. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/baking_soda.html&name=DRYCOUGHS_36576 /Remedies/baking_soda.rss12 Sat, 26 Dec 2009 13:55:43 EST [YEA] Rana from Abu Dhabi, Uae writes: "Baking Soda inhalation for dry cough This is the most quick relief remedy for dry cough. Boil a cup of water then take it on the side and keep your face far and add a teaspoon of baking soda, cover your head with a towel and place it over the B.s and water and open largly your mouth and inhale as long as you can. Directly you will cough out phlegms. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/baking_soda.html&name=ACNE_34218 /Remedies/baking_soda.rss13 Thu, 29 Oct 2009 19:45:52 EDT [YEA] Sweetpea from Henderson, Nv, U.S. writes: "Sodium Bicarbonate (Baking Soda) for Acne My son is 12 years old and has bad acne for about 1 1/2 years. I tried many of the over the counter products: cleansers, facial scrubs, toners, astringents, and moisturizers, but nothing worked. While doing some house cleaning using sodium bicarbonate (baking soda) and water it occured to me to try that for a face wash for him. I made a paste and have him use it every morning and every night ~ he uses it like any other facial cleanser and it has been fantastic! The pimples have shrunk in size and many are gone. His pores are much smaller. It doesn't burn, sting, or dry out his face. And best of all, it is really inexpensive. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/baking_soda.html&name=ITCHY_32705 /Remedies/baking_soda.rss14 Fri, 25 Sep 2009 16:06:15 EDT [YEA] Angelclare from Valencia, California, USA writes: "Last night I used a zapper to zap some bacteria, viruses and hopefully parasites. I turned the zapper up to 16 v for one hour. After I removed the wrist bands my wrists were extremely itchy and burned. After 5 minutes I thought of using baking soda, so I made a paste with a little water, applied to my wrists, and the itching stopped immediately. Kudos to earthclinic!" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/baking_soda.html&name=SIDEEFFECTS_32209 /Remedies/baking_soda.rss15 Tue, 15 Sep 2009 07:59:47 EDT Tekalign from Calgary, Alberta writes: "I have terrible acid reflex and I found this site and was reading about using baking soda to kill h.pyroli. I then googled baking soda good for stomach and I came upon the link below which has instances of people's stomach rupturing after taking baking soda as an antacid.Will you please check it out - http://tafkac.org/medical/stomach_rupture_baking_soda.html " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/baking_soda.html&name=KD_31178 /Remedies/baking_soda.rss16 Sat, 22 Aug 2009 10:40:45 EDT Earth Clinic from writes: "An interesting article by author Mark Sircus, A.C., O.M.D. in his latest e-newsletter on baking soda for kidney disease: http://www.imva.info/news/sodium-bicarbonate-kidney-disease.html To sign up for his e-newsletters: http://www.imva.info/mailinglist.shtml " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/baking_soda.html&name=SCORPION_30956 /Remedies/baking_soda.rss17 Sun, 16 Aug 2009 10:35:07 EDT [YEA] Carol from Yoakum, Texas,77995 writes: "I have used baking soda many times for scorpion bites, for bee stings, for yellow jackets and red wasps. Apply a paste of baking soda and water. Keep applying to bite until sting is gone, usually immediate. I carry a small plastic bottle of baking soda in all vehicles for bites and stings. Thank God for this wonderful inexpensive multiple use powder! My husband and I take baking soda daily as an additional way to alkalize our bodies." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/baking_soda.html&name=RC_30047 /Remedies/baking_soda.rss18 Sat, 25 Jul 2009 12:26:44 EDT WhiteBear from Ogden, Utah writes: "This is actually a question, not a comment. Someone online here said, "Due to my corn allergy I had to pull out the baking powder and do the baking soda/apple cider vinegar substitution... also had to skip the honey, good news is - I just don't think you can mess this one up." I'm sorry, but I don't have any idea who it was that said this. My question is: I too am trying to eliminate baking powder completely from all my bread recipes and elsewhere, as I am allergic to both corn and wheat. This person did not say how she used the baking soda/apple cider vinegar substitution in place of baking powder. If she or anyone who remembers or knows could post this information for me, I would be very grateful indeed. Also, I did find something about using either cornstarch and baking soda or cornstarch, baking soda, and arrowroot as a substitute for baking powder, but I did not find either one of these satisfactory. They seemed to me to just not work out satisfactorily at all and, in addition, arrowroot is really expensive to buy - certainly enough to break my budget. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/baking_soda.html&name=INDIA_29973 /Remedies/baking_soda.rss19 Fri, 24 Jul 2009 10:30:46 EDT Kavi from Chennai, India writes: "where to buy baking soda in chennai? we have cooking soda available in every shop but not baking soda?????" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/baking_soda.html&name=KH_29808 /Remedies/baking_soda.rss20 Mon, 20 Jul 2009 12:25:44 EDT Luis from Cali, Colombia writes: "Good news for our natural health EC community of practice: Baking Soda: For Cooking, Cleaning, And Kidney Health? http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2009/07/090716201123.htm ScienceDaily (July 17, 2009) "A daily dose of sodium bicarbonate -- baking soda, already used for baking, cleaning, acid indigestion, sunburn, and more-- slows the decline of kidney function in some patients with advanced chronic kidney disease (CKD), reports an upcoming study in the Journal of the American Society of Nephrology (JASN). "This cheap and simple strategy also improves patients' nutritional status, and has the potential of translating into significant economic, quality of life, and clinical outcome benefits," comments Magdi Yaqoob, MD (Royal London Hospital). The study included 134 patients with advanced CKD and low bicarbonate levels, also called metabolic acidosis. One group received a small daily dose of sodium bicarbonate in tablet form, in addition to their usual care. For this group, the rate of decline in kidney function was greatly reduced--about two-thirds slower than in patients. "In fact, in patients taking sodium bicarbonate, the rate of decline in kidney function was similar to the normal age-related decline," says Yaqoob. Rapid progression of kidney disease occurred in just nine percent of patients taking sodium bicarbonate, compared to 45 percent of the other group. Patients taking sodium bicarbonate were also less likely to develop end-stage renal disease (ESRD) requiring dialysis. Patients taking sodium bicarbonate also had improvement in several measures of nutrition. Although their sodium levels went up, this didn't lead to any problems with increased blood pressure. Low bicarbonate levels are common in patients with CKD and can lead to a wide range of other problems. "This is the first randomized controlled study of its kind," says Yaqoob. "A simple remedy like sodium bicarbonate (baking soda), when used appropriately, can be very effective." The researchers note some important limitations of their study%uFFFDthere was no placebo group and the researchers were aware of which patients were receiving sodium bicarbonate. "Our results will need validation in a multicenter study," says Yaqoob. Other authors were Ione de Brito-Ashurst, RD, Mira Varaganum, PhD, and Martin J. Raftery, MD (William Harvey Research Institute and Barts and the London NHS Trust, London). The authors reported no financial disclosures. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Journal reference: 1.Ione de Brito-Ashurst , Mira Varagunam , Martin J. Raftery , and Muhammad M. Yaqoob. Bicarbonate Supplementation Slows Progression of CKD and Improves Nutritional Status. Journal of the American Society of Nephrology, 2009; DOI: 10.1681/ASN.2008111205" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/baking_soda.html&name=ER_29426 /Remedies/baking_soda.rss21 Fri, 10 Jul 2009 02:00:14 EDT [YEA] Kristinad from West Valley City, Utah writes: "I got a case of ring worm that seemed to appear out of no where. The area felt itchy for several days and then a patch a bit smaller than a dime appeared. It was a very classic circle with little mounded dots around the edge and red in the whole circle and it itched like crazy. I looked on your sight for a cure and tried several including the penny-in-vinegar etc. Some helped a little others made it worse. When it first appeared I had tried plain Baking Soda which definitely calmed it down but it did not disappear. I decided to try it again with a little vaper rub like Vicks from the dollar store, to hold it in place. It worked immediately and in two days was totally gone. I was very happy! Baking soda has worked miracles for me in many ways, including getting rid of mouth infections and a patch of eczema on my elbow that had been there for years. It is the first thing I turn to for a sugar reaction. Just a tiny amount on the tip of my finger clears up all kinds of problems. For skin surface problems, mostly I have just made a paste of BS and water and allowed it to dry but now I have tried it with the Vicks like product and with Triple Antibiotic that works better as it holds it at the sight. I do not know what would work in the mouth, not that of course! I believe we are all different and the differences in our natural body chemistry makes things react differently for all of us so we have to find what is right for us. I love this sight as it has so many wonderful ideas and I've had a lot of success with different cures. Thanks so much! One more thought I have, is I feel it is important to not over do on natural remedies. When I see people saying they take something everyday after it first worked it makes me wonder. If you do it too often and too much when you do not really need it, then where are you going to get the lift you need when you have another problem. Moderation, I believe, is a wise course, but everyone is different and has to find what works for them. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/baking_soda.html&name=TENDONITIS_29202 /Remedies/baking_soda.rss22 Sat, 04 Jul 2009 11:43:47 EDT [YEA] Alexis from Los Angeles, CA writes: "I am 31 years old and spent the last 20 years of my life being very active. I used to run 4-6 miles every morning and played tennis regularly. About 2 years ago I noticed a pain in my left knee. I saw doctor after doctor and the pain seemed to just get worse. I finally had an MRI and the Dr. said I had patella Tendinitis which is common. Many people have patella Tendinitis and continue to live and workout. I stopped working out completely and found myself becoming more and more sedentary. I live one block from the beautiful Pacific Ocean and I wouldn't even walk to the ocean because the pain in my knees had gotten that bad. I even started using a cane to get around. About 3 weeks ago my younger sister recommended that I boil some water and take 2Tbl spoons of ACV and that every morning I should drink 6oz of water with 1/4tsp of baking soda. I am an avid baker who has a gluten allergy so I never get to eat what I bake but I always have fresh baking soda on hand. I didn't have the ACV so I just started drinking the baking soda every morning and OMG I have been smiling from cheek to cheek because my pain has gone away. I am not running yet but I walk everywhere now. Baking Soda once a day has changed my life. After reading others stories I am going to start using the ACV because it sounds like it has many healthy benefits." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/baking_soda.html&name=RF_29110 /Remedies/baking_soda.rss23 Thu, 02 Jul 2009 11:42:58 EDT [BETTER BUT WITH SIDE EFFECTS] Jill B. from Newcastle, NSW Australia writes: "any dangers from taking bi carbonate of soda? i have been taking approx 1/2 teaspoon of bicarbonate of soda twice a day for approx 2years without any apparent side effects. Recently I have been a bit constipated, despite drinking approx 2 litres of filtered water a day, and having a small quantity of fruit. Our diet has only small amount protein, no beef, and asian vegies. I have regular colonscopies, all good. I am not on any medication (62yo). At present I have a virus, flu and dr said low blood pressure. Is long term use harmful, could it cause fluid imbalance, hence constipation and low blood pressure, or leach out other necessary salts?" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/baking_soda.html&name=STOMACHACHE_28478 /Remedies/baking_soda.rss24 Wed, 17 Jun 2009 01:32:00 EDT [YEA] Kelly from Farmersville, California writes: "Baking Soda As Stomach Ache Remedy: About two years ago, a bunch of us went out to dinner, and I ended up eating too much. My stomach began to hurt and I immediately regretted eating the way I did. Afterwards, we all went to my cousin's house to watch the fights on TV. My stomach was killing me the whole time we were there. I tried walking around a bit, but it did nothing to help the problem. My cousin knew exactly what to do about this problem and mixed some baking soda in a glass of water. He told me to drink it down quickly. I drank about half of it and my stomach immedatley rebelled. I, honest to God, thought I was going to hurl! I managed to swallow the rest of the mixture, and before long, my stomach ache was gone. When we got home, I lay down on the couch, and when I got up, I felt much better. Baking soda tastes pretty nasty, but this remedy definitely helped me get over one killer of a stomach ache." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/baking_soda.html&name=CP_28343 /Remedies/baking_soda.rss25 Sun, 14 Jun 2009 01:31:21 EDT [YEA] LorenP from Henderson, Nevada USA writes: "For constipation and relief of muscle and knee pain, I take half a teaspoon of baking soda when I get up in the night to void. It produces results soon after getting up for the day, muscle pains are much less and after doing this for several days my knee pain is gone. There is no happiness like an empty rectum. I'm 82."